MTEC 52A - MIXING & MASTERING I

    Recent Professors
    BRUCE TAMBLING, RAPHAEL KAUFFMANN
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    15–30 students
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MTEC 52A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Mixing and mastering multitrack recordings using Pro Tools. EQ, compression, reverb, delays, tempo maps, harmonic distortion, multi-band compression. Compare and contrast mixing techniques employed by engineers and producers from diverse racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds. Styles of mixing including jazz, classical, country, rock, hip-hop, electronica, etc. Example exercises featuring professional recordings and mixes. Understanding and applying mixing concepts such as balance, dimension, and monitoring. Deliver final mixes that translate accurately to various speaker systems and listening environments.
    Usually Held
    1:00pm–3:50pm