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2019-2020 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MUSI 202 - Mixing and Mastering


3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is a study of the aesthetic considerations and functional operation of equipment used in multi-track mix-down of digital master recordings in a digital audio workstation environment. Special emphasis is placed on critical listening and aesthetic consideration of balances. Topics covered include common DAW procedures and protocol, data management, use of a virtual console, use of a control surface, signal flow, editing, and digital signal processing (plug-ins). Mixing exercises of prerecorded multi-track files are required outside of class. Mastering builds upon previously acquired recording and mixing skills with emphasis on achieving professional studio standards through in-class sessions and demonstrations. Students will prepare pre-recorded tracks for mastering to commercial delivery standards. Topics include advanced signal processing, critical listening, and large format workstations. 3 class hours.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MUSI 201 ; and students must qualify for ENGL 101 .