Intro to Studio Engineering

Intro to Studio Engineering introduces students to the full music production workflow—from pre-production to final mix. This hands-on course offers practical training in microphone use, signal flow, and studio equipment, with a focus on working within a professional recording environment. Students will also explore the science of sound and digital audio, gain experience with analog gear, and receive initial training on the SSL AWS 948 console.
By the end of the course, students will be ready to track vocals and instruments in a studio setting, and may pursue full certification for independent studio use.

Topics & Goals

• Record-Making Process
  Map pre-production, tracking, editing, mixing, and mastering.
• Studio Etiquette and Roles
  Practice communication, safety, and expectations for engineers, producers, and session players.
• Physics of Sound
  Explore frequency, amplitude, phase, SPL, and room behavior.
• Digital Audio Principles
  Explain sample rate, bit depth, file formats, and analog vs digital.
• Microphones and Placement
  Compare dynamic, condenser, and ribbon mics and apply polar patterns and proximity effect.
• Signal Flow and Patchbay
  Trace mic to DAW to monitors and work with normalled, half normalled, inserts, and sends.
• Outboard Processing
  Use 1176, LA-2A, Pultec, and FX units for compression, EQ, and spatial effects.
• SSL AWS 948 Console Workflow
  Route, process, and mix with channel dynamics, auxes, busses, and basic automation.

What's Included

• 12 hours of in-person instruction at our NYC Facility
• Practice time on the day of your class
• 4 Day passes to be used on non-class days
• Free course assets and learning tools (for applicable courses)
• Access to In-Circle events while enrolled
• Access to the Sound Collective Talent pool while enrolled
• Certificate of completion

Instructors

Instructors

Justin Ma

Vinnie Pagano

John Osborn

Dan Walker

Zach Kornhauser

Daniel Renkas III

Kenny Gil

NYC Facility

Sound Collective features a full suite of professional spaces, including a dedicated recording studio, modern production labs, a PA-equipped performance space, and a fully outfitted DJ studio. Every room is stocked with industry-standard gear, modern hardware & software, and flexible setups for classes, practice, and collaboration.

Located at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004