Compressors: The Essentials

Overview

In this tutorial, audio engineer Jeff Dykhouse addresses the advantages and disadvantages of both hardware and software compressors. Compression is a process that manipulates the dynamic range of an audio signal to achieve more uniform and consistent sound by altering perceived volume. By understanding their use and how to manage compressors, your vocals will stand out from the surrounding instrumentation, your drums and percussion will appear to have a more sustain sound and give guitars a fuller sound. Since the type and amount of compression is dependent on the type of audio signal being processed, Jeff outlines how the various compressor controls affect the audio signal manipulation that is required. You will see and hear how different compressors affect various instruments and how to apply it to your music creation.

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Who is it for?

• Job seekers
• Graduates
• Students
• Music students
• Music producers
• Singers
• Music Teachers
• Singing Teachers
• Musician

Course outline

This course is comprised of the following topics:

• Module 01: Introduction
• Module 02: What they do
• Module 03: How to use them
• Module 04: When to use them
• Module 05: Comparing Software Compressors Guitar
• Module 06: Comparing Hardware Compressors Guitar
• Module 07: Comparing Software Compressors Drums
• Module 08: Comparing Hardware Compressors Drums
• Module 09: Summary

Course Duration: 

From the day you purchase the course, you will have 12 months access to the online study platform. As the course is self-paced you can decide how fast or slow the training goes, and are able to complete the course in stages, revisiting the training at any time.

Method of Assessment:

At the end of the course, you will have one assignment to be submitted (you need a mark of 65% to pass) and you can submit the assignment at any time. You will only need to pay £19 for assessment and certification when you submit the assignment. You will receive the results within 72 hours of submittal, and will be sent a certificate in 7-14 days if you have successfully passed.

Certification:

Successful candidates will be awarded a certificate for Compressors: The Essentials.

Entry Requirement:

Learners must be age 16 or over and should have a basic understanding of the English Language, numeracy, literacy, and ICT. 

Career Path:

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to gain high level job roles in the following industries:

• Music Production
• Audio Engineering
• Session Musician
• Music Teacher
• Music Composer

Presenter Information:

Jeff Dykhouse has been actively involved in audio engineering for more than 20 years. He has been a user of computer-based recording systems from their inception. Jeff’s diverse career has earned him gold and platinum awards (RIAA). Many of Jeffs endeavors have been within the Praise & Worship genre, where he has worked with top artists such as Paul Baloche, Crystal Lewis, Kevin Prosch and The Violet Burning. Additional clients include corporations such as RCA, Apple Computer, NBC and Charles Schwab. Jeff owns and operates a recording facility and systems design company in Temecula, CA. 

Course Curriculum Free Introduction 1: Introduction 2: What They Do 3: How To Use Them 4: When To Use Them 5: Comparing Software Compressors Guitar 6: Comparing Hardware Compressors Guitar 7: Comparing Software Compressors Drums 8: Comparing Hardware Compressors Drums 9: Summary Course Reviews