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​INTRO

Welcome To The Indie Recording Academy

Welcome! We're glad you're here. Watch the video below to get started and make sure to collect your resources!

• Home Recording Guide...

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Module 1

The Benefits of Home Recording

Home recording has many benefits! From opportunities to collaborations, and recording when inspiration strikes.

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Module 2

The Room

Your room is the first consideration for recording. The type of space you choose to record in makes a big difference in the final...

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Module 3

Treating The Room

Next, we'll learn how to treat and compliment a room through diffusion, absorption, and by utilizing proper mic placement and technique.

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Module 4

Gear Overview

Let's go over the gear that you'll need for high quality recordings at home.

Necessary terms:

• MICROPHONE
• AUDIO INTERFACE
• DAW (Digital...

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Module 5

Microphones

Time to learn about the incredible technology of microphones.

Necessary terms:

• MICROPHONE
• CONDENSER MIC
• DYNAMIC MIC
• PHANTOM POWER
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Module 6

Audio Interface

Your audio interface is the piece of gear that allows your microphone to 'talk' to your computer. Let's break down the components.

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Module 7

DAW

Let's dive into the DAW or Digital Audio Workstation, and how it can help you record your own music.

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Module 8

Additional Gear

There are a few last pieces of gear we need to start recording.

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Module 9

Set up

Time to get all of our gear set up for recording!

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Module 10

Pre-production

Before we start recording, there are a few things to consider to make the process as simple and inspiring as possible.

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Module 11

Getting 'The Sound'

Learn how to get the best tone out of your instrument and record excellent sound.

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Module 12

Mic Technique

Let's learn some of the basics of proper and creative mic technique

Necessary Terms

PROXIMITY
PROXIMITY EFFECT
ON AXIS
OFF AXIS
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Module 13

Self-engineering

Being your own engineer can be a challenging but rewarding experience. Let's learn the best process to start.

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Module 14

Editing

Let's take a quick look at the post-production process, starting with editing.

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Module 15

Mixing

Time to dive into mixing!

Necessary terms:

EQ
FREQUENCY
COMPRESSION
REVERB
CLIPPING
LEVEL

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Module 16

​Export and Delivery

Time to export and send your beautifully recorded tracks!

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Module 17

Distribution and Opportunities

Your music is almost out into the world! What opportunities do you have with your new home studio?

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Module 18

Conclusion

Congratulations! We hope you enjoyed the course. You are now set up with your own home recording studio.