Mixing 101

Learn the entire mixing process, from session organization to finished production, in four weeks. Whether you're new to mixing or looking to apply your skills in the industry standard digital audio workstation Pro Tools, this course will provide an essential foundation in professional audio engineering. 

The course begins by diving into the essentials of prepping your session in Pro Tools, adjusting levels, and using panning, so that you can create a mix with these fundamental tools. You’ll then learn how to apply EQ and compression and explore time-based effects, such as reverb, delay, and more. You’ll discover how to add depth, texture, and dimensionality to your mixes by creating artificial doubling, chorusing, flanging, and phasing effects. You’ll also learn more advanced techniques, such automation, group buses, and finishing techniques, which are key to elevating your mixes to professional standards. 

With expert ears listening to and reviewing your work, you’ll learn to shape and mold your sound with increased precision and artistry. Whether you're a budding producer or an experienced musician, this course offers the tools and techniques you need to create dynamic, balanced, and high-quality mixes for your music. 

What you will learn:

✔ Gain proficiency in session organization and basic mixing techniques in Pro Tools 
✔ Apply EQ and compression to enhance the clarity, punch, and dynamics of your mixes, tailored to different musical genres and contexts 
✔ Implement time-based effects such as reverb, delay, and modulation, adding depth, space, and texture to your mix 
✔ Apply automation, group bussing, and final rendering, enabling you to produce a high-quality mix

Prerequisite skills:

• Completion of Recording and Producing Music for Beginners, or basic experience with a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) to record music