Module Descriptors
STUDIO MIXING TECHNIQUES
MUSI60619
Key Facts
School of Computing and Digital Technologies
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Paul Hodson
Email: P.Hodson@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- INCOURSE ASSESSMENT weighted at 50%
- INCOURSE ASSESSMENT weighted at 50%
Module Details
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
100% in course assessment, comprising two equally weighed assignments
Produce a Portfolio of stereo and surround mixes including a presentation and interview covering learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. A CD/DVD will also be submitted as evidence of work carried out (50%)
Produce a Portfolio of stereo and surround mixes including a presentation and interview covering learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. A CD/DVD will also be submitted as evidence of work carried out (50%)
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The module will cover:
The types of production and mixing techniques usually associated with commercial recordings produced with the music industry.
Exploration of how production techniques have developed and how computer based recording packages can be used to change musical content
Exploration of how computer based recording packages can be used to alter musical performance and improve the sonic potential of a mix
Develop the knowledge of production skills and their possible application to a pre-recorded multitrack recording
Use technology to apply production skills to amend and improve the quality of production mix to a multi-track recording
The types of production and mixing techniques usually associated with commercial recordings produced with the music industry.
Exploration of how production techniques have developed and how computer based recording packages can be used to change musical content
Exploration of how computer based recording packages can be used to alter musical performance and improve the sonic potential of a mix
Develop the knowledge of production skills and their possible application to a pre-recorded multitrack recording
Use technology to apply production skills to amend and improve the quality of production mix to a multi-track recording
LEARNING STRATEGIES
2 hours per week lecture/practical over 12 weeks
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction (SSL Studio) 1 hour
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction (SSL Studio) 1 hour
RESOURCES
The Music Technology laboratories
TEXTS
Clark, R. (2014) Mixing, Recording, and Producing Techniques of the Pros: Insights on Recording Audio for Music, Video, Film, and Games. 2nd edn. Boston, MA: Course Technology, Cengage Learning
Frith, S. and Zagorski-Thomas, S. (2012) The Art of Record Production: An Introductory Reader for a New Academic Field. United Kingdom: Ashgate Publishing
Moylan, W. (2007) Understanding and Crafting the Mix: The Art of Recording [With CDROM]. 2nd edn. Amsterdam: Elsevier/Focal Press
Pohlmann, K. C. (2011) Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition. 6th edn. New York: MCGRAW HILL BOOK CO
Frith, S. and Zagorski-Thomas, S. (2012) The Art of Record Production: An Introductory Reader for a New Academic Field. United Kingdom: Ashgate Publishing
Moylan, W. (2007) Understanding and Crafting the Mix: The Art of Recording [With CDROM]. 2nd edn. Amsterdam: Elsevier/Focal Press
Pohlmann, K. C. (2011) Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition. 6th edn. New York: MCGRAW HILL BOOK CO
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF RECOGNISED PRODUCTION AND MIXING TECHNIQUES USED IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.
[Knowledge and Understanding]
2. ANALYSE THE SONIC AND PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF A MULTI-TRACK RECORDING.
[Analysis]
3. REFLECT ON POSSIBLE PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES THAT CAN BE UTILISED TO IMPROVE THE RECORDING.
[Reflection]
4. APPLY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TO REDESIGN SONIC ELEMENTS AND SOUNDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTION AND MIX.
[Application]
[Knowledge and Understanding]
2. ANALYSE THE SONIC AND PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF A MULTI-TRACK RECORDING.
[Analysis]
3. REFLECT ON POSSIBLE PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES THAT CAN BE UTILISED TO IMPROVE THE RECORDING.
[Reflection]
4. APPLY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TO REDESIGN SONIC ELEMENTS AND SOUNDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTION AND MIX.
[Application]
Web Descriptor
Do your mixes sound good, but could sound more commercial? This module looks at mixing skills and techniques used by top industry professionals in order to get your mixes ready for commercial release. You will develop the skills to make your mixes sound professional whether on vinyl, digital download, CD or in surround sound. You will have lectures from top industry mixers, mastering engineers and producers to inspire your mixes and give you the commercial sound you’ve been looking for.