Courses
1 Year
Certification Course
Advanced
Specialization Course
Basic Principles of Sound
Definition and understanding of Sound; Waves and Oscillation
Frequency, Amplitude and Wavelength and how it relates to Audio
Understanding Phases and Polarity
Evolution of Sound
Understanding Harmonics and Overtone and how it relates to the music
Frequency Bandwidth and Octave Ranges
Decibels and Metering
Noise, Distortion and Basic Electronics
Microphone, Speakers & Signal Processing
Dynamic Microphone
Condenser Microphones
Electreset and Ribbon Microphone
Directionality and Polar Patterns
Practical 1
Dynamic Speaker Functionality
Full Range, Mid, Tweeter and Subwoofer
Speaker Design, Crossover and Monitor Configuration
Understanding all Speaker Specs
Build your Own Speaker
DAW's
Lec 1: Pro Tools Basics 1
Lec 2: Pro Tools Basics 2
Lec 3: Pro Tools Basics 3
Lec 4: Pro Tools Basics 4
Lec 5: Pro Tools Adv 1
Lec 6: Pro Tools Adv 2
Lec 7: Pro Tools Adv 3
Lec 8: Pro Tools Adv 4
Recording & Techniques
AB, XY and ORTF recording
Spatial Localization and Proximity Effect
Understanding Mid/Side and Mid-Side Micing
Binaural Recording
Recording Guitars (What to look for when micing)
Recording Vocals and Guitar (How to use Polar Patterns and Directionality)
Recording Drums and Percussion (Understanding how transients work)
Recording a Piano and Room
Experimenting with sounds and how to record in perspective to final mix
Mixing and Mastering
Ear Training
Understanding Frequency Range on Instruments
Philosophy of Mixing and different approaches
Working with Low End
Practical 1: Build your Balance
Deconstruct Mix 1
Deconstruct Mix 2
Different approaches to Mixing
Intro to Mastering
Practical 2: Build your Mix
Music Production
Introduction to MIDI
Using MIDI in your workflow
Designing sounds and working with softsynths
Introduction to Synthesis
Working with different styles of arrangements
Octaves and Voicings
Advanced Production Techniques 1
Advances Production Techniques 2
ACOUSTICS & AUDIO ELECTRONICS
Absorption, Reflection and Transmission
Boundary Reflections and Room Node
Golden Ratios
Construction Materials
Practical 1: Design your Room
REW
Understanding Waterfalls, RT60 and FR
Intro to Audio Electronics
Intro to Audio Electronics 2
Practical 2: Build an Amplifier
FILM SOUND
Intro to Location Sound 1
Intro to Location Sound 2
Understanding Edits and Tracklaying
Surround Setups and Art of Panning
Practical 1: Location Recording
Intro to Sound Design
Foley
Mixing in Surround 1
Mixing in Surround 2
Practical 2: Film Appreciation and Sound Design Breakdown
Live Sound
Setting Up for Live Sound
Know your Console
Monitor Mixes
Mixing at FOH
Speakers, Amplifiers and Signal Processors
Problem Solving
Expanders, Noise Gates Applications and Settings
Planning your processing and Mix
Course
EXTENSIVE PRACTICAL TRAININgTO COMPLEMENT THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE
Certificate from a Professionalrecording studio
Flexible Course structure with elective modules
CHANCE TO INTERACT WITH THE INDUSTRY’S TOP PROFESSIONALS AND INDEPENDENT ARTISTS
TOP 2 STUDENTS FROM THE BATCH WILL BE SELECTED FOR A YEAR LONG apprenticeship programAT GRAY SPARK AUDIO
IN DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF SOFTWARES LIKE PROTOOLS, LOGIC AND NUENDO ON MACS
MONTHLY INSTALMENTS/ PAYMENT FLEXIBILITY - VALUE FOR MONEY
Experienced WORKING PROFESSIONALS AS FACULTY
FREE ACCESS TO ALL GRAY SPARK EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Who is a Sound Engineer?
Sound Engineer v/s Sound Technician
While the job roles seem similar from a distance they have a huge difference . A perfect analogy would be that of a mechanical engineer to a mechanic. While both work in the same domain an Engineer is somebody who brings ingenuity to a product or process while a mechanic or a technician merely executes somebody else’s vision and is always a part and never the whole.
At Gray Spark we aim at mentoring future engineers who have a creative vision , identity and extensive knowledge of the subject so they can make a mark and lead the way in a very competitive market.
What Should a Sound Engineer Know?
A Sound Engineer should have core knowledge of Physics, Mathematics and Electronics and Should have a keen ear , a good musical Sensibility and should be willing to work hard.
At GSAA we shall provide you practical and theoretical knowledge so you can do anything from making a world class song to making the speakers depending on where your interest lies. We Shall guide you and make you a great sound engineer , and one that you envision to be.
