Logic Pro Advanced Module
Lesson 1 (Automation, Filters)
Recap last lesson
Explain what automation is and how it can be used
Start by using the Gain plug in to bring in a track
Go through the relevant tools used for automation
Explain the differences between the automation settings e.g. Latch, Read
Show how to record automation on a track
Explain how to use the Autofilter and what it does
Using the Autofilter and Apple Low and High Passes to modulate different instruments
Show how using automation and filters can better a build or break down
Go through the track automating instruments and making transitions even smoother
Create automations in favour of different transitions using different Plugins i.e. Flanger
Mixdown, Save, Bounce
Lesson 2 (Tuning Drums, Phasing)
Recap last lesson
Explain how to tighten up the mix even more by tuning the drums to the track
Show how to EQ notch any similar sounds to create space
Show how to find the key of a track using the Tuner and EQ’s
Work out if a drum is out of tune with the mix and show how to adjust
Adjust using EQ or Sampler
Explain what Phasing is and how that can occur
Explain airwaves and how sound is made
Check through the mix to make sure it is not clipping or phasing, correct as necessary
Mixdown, Save, Bounce
Lesson 3 (Coaching)
Recap last lesson
Coach the student through the mix making all necessary adjustments ready for Mixing Down
Make sure student understand all the above and help any areas student still does not fully understand
The track should be complete in this lesson
Mixdown, Save and Bounce
Lesson 4 (Mixing Down and Mastering)
Make sure student is happy with track
Explain the importance of Mixing Down and Mastering and the differences
Mixdown the track together using a reference track
Check in multiple audio sources that the track sounds balanced throughout
Master the track ready for DEMO/small venue quality
1. Compress: Attack 120-150, Ratio 2:1-3:1, adjust others
2. Multipressor
3. Stereo Spread
4. Linear EQ
5. Adaptive Limiter
Explain the different formats AIFF, MP3, WAV
Save and Bounce the Mixdown and Mastered Version in different formats
