8 January 2025 - 26 March 2025 ( 22 hours, 11 weeks )
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Waterloo Centre
Suitable for beginners, this course will introduce basic techniques for providing sound reinforcement – whether for bands, conferences, church or open-air events. Set-up and run a live PA system using a digital mixing desk. Learn how to use complex audio FX chains and routing to record and mix live. You will also set-up and run a PA at a live gig at the end of term.
Practical workshops Class discussion Listening assignments Note taking Audiovisual presentations Group and individual projects
You will have a strong interest in music and audio equipment.
Handling and lifting of audio equipment such as microphone stands, cables, speakers and mixer consoles are an essential part of this class. Advice on safe handling of equipment will be given at the beginning of the course. Due to the nature of the instruments/content of the course you might be exposed to high volume levels. We strongly encourage everyone to bring a pair of ear plugs to every lesson.
Pen and paper to take notes A USB memory stick to save your work Handouts and materials given by the tutor
