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CMPN2007: Sound Recording Advanced
2021 unit information
This unit follows on from Sound Recording Fundamentals with a variety of both theoretical and practical applications and aesthetics within the studio-based recording environment. Additional topics include frequency response/spectral range and shaping, dynamic range (to compress, or not to compress), DSP functionaility in pre- and post- production and analysis of audio mixdowns and concurrent mixing techniques.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Composition and Music Technology |
| Credit points | 3 |
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Prerequisites:
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CMPN2006 or CMPN1014 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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Proficiency in an industry standard DAW and the ability to understand basic microphone and recording techniques. |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. use equipment commonly found in the recording studio
- LO2. demonstrate awareness of best sector practices within the context of the professional audio recording industry
- LO3. develop skills to effectively use microphones and recording devices to record solo instruments and ensembles
- LO4. develop organisational skills and learn to communicate effectively with the people involved in the recording process such as musicians, conductors, managers, etc.
- LO5. edit and produce recordings using industry-standard software
- LO6. develop the capacity to think creatively about the recording process.
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