SOUND TECHNOLOGIES (TURKISH, THESIS) | |||||
Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
STT5101 | Studio Recording Techniques | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
Language of instruction: | Turkish |
Type of course: | Must Course |
Course Level: | |
Mode of Delivery: | |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAHYA BURAK TAMER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAHYA BURAK TAMER Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CEMAL BARKIN ENGİN |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | This course aims to equip the student with the basic knowledge on the use of a professional audio recording studio. The student will study theoretical background on microphone techniques, recording and playback signal chains as well as applications of these with industry standard digital audio workstations via projects of the course. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Describes basic recording and playback chains of a professional recording studio. II. Presents mono and stereo microphone techniques and their applications III. Introduces miking of musical instruments and ensembles via applications IV. Introduces basic operation of an Avid Pro Tools system V. Describes the types and specifications of commercial microphone types VI. Describes physical features of sound waves and the interpretation of these parameters VII. Applies multi-track recording and editing sessions |
Basic knowledge of a professional audio recording studio setup, Physical quantities of sound waves and sound propagation, Types of microphones, working principles, specifications and common applications, The recording & playback chains: Sound source, microphone, tie lines, patchbay, pre-amplifier, AD convertor and DAW, Basic operation of Avid Pro Tools System, Mono microphone techniques, close miking, accent mikinig, ambient miking, Stereo microphone techniques, Spaced vs. Coincident pairs, A-B, XY, ORTF, NOS, DIN, Stereo microphone techniques & applications: Blumlein, Mid-Side, Decca Tree, Editing techniques in Avid Pro Tools, Recording Acoustic Drums – Miking techniques and applications, Multi-track recording in Avid Pro Tools, Introduction to digital signal processing via Pro Tools inserts, Introduction to analog signal processing via outboard equipment. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Basic knowledge of a professional audio recording studio setup. Physical quantities of sound waves and sound propagation | |
2) | Types of microphones, working principles, specifications and common applications | |
3) | The recording & playback chains: Sound source, microphone, tie lines, patchbay, pre-amplifier, AD convertor and DAW | |
4) | Basic operation of Avid Pro Tools System | |
5) | Mono microphone techniques, close miking, accent mikinig, ambient miking | |
6) | Stereo microphone techniques, Spaced vs. Coincident pairs, A-B, XY, ORTF, NOS, DIN. | |
7) | Stereo microphone techniques & applications: Blumlein, Mid-Side, Decca Tree. | |
8) | Midterm, application & review of microphone techniques | |
9) | Editing techniques in Avid Pro Tools | |
10) | Recording Acoustic Drums – Miking techniques and applications | |
11) | Multi-track recording in Avid Pro Tools | |
12) | Introduction to digital signal processing via Pro Tools inserts | |
13) | Introduction to analog signal processing via outboard equipment | |
14) | Project Evaluations. Review. |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
References: | Modern Recording Techniques, David Miles Huber, Publisher: Focal Press; 7th edition (2009) ISBN-10: 0240810694 |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 15 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | % 15 |
Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
Laboratory | 4 | 33 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 125 |
Total Workload | 200 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Have sufficient background and an ability to apply knowledge of music production and engineering to identify, formulate, and solve problems of sound technology. | 5 |
2) | Be able to define, formulate and solve problems by choosing and applying appropriate analysis and modeling techniques. | 4 |
3) | Have an ability to design or implement an existing design of a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints (realistic constraints may include economic, environmental, social, artistic, health and safety issues depending on the nature of the specific design). | 3 |
4) | Be able to develop, choose, adapt and use innovative and up-to-date techniques, skills, information technologies, and modern tools in the sound engineering domain. | 5 |
5) | Be able to design and conduct experiments, as well as to collect, analyze, and interpret relevant data, and use this information to improve designs. | 4 |
6) | Be able to function individually as well as to collaborate with others in multidisciplinary teams. | 4 |
7) | Be able to recognize the need for, and to engage in life-long learning as well as a capacity to adapt to changes in the technological environment. | 5 |
8) | Have a consciousness of professional and ethical responsibilities as well as workers’ health, environment and work safety. | 3 |
9) | Have the knowledge of business practices such as project, risk, management and an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovativeness, and sustainable development. | 3 |