Course Description

"Vocal Technologies for Music Production" is an exciting and comprehensive course offered by BerkleeX that delves into the intricate world of vocal recording and production. This introductory-level course is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of music production, particularly focusing on vocal technologies.

Led by Grammy-award winning record producer, audio engineer, recording artist, and educator Prince Charles Alexander, this course offers a unique opportunity to learn from an industry expert. You'll gain invaluable insights into the complexities of vocal production and how to leverage various technologies to create compelling and effective vocal tracks.

What Students Will Learn

• Understanding of the human voice and its characteristics
• Recording environment fundamentals
• Microphone selection and techniques
• Equalization and compression for vocal processing
• A-D-A conversion principles
• Listening environment optimization
• Human perception in audio
• Natural and artificial widening concepts
• Application of reverb and delay effects
• Cutting-edge techniques in vocal production

Prerequisites

This course is designed for beginners, and there are no specific prerequisites. However, a basic understanding of music and an interest in audio production would be beneficial.

Course Content

• The science behind the human voice
• Recording studio setup and acoustics
• Microphone types and placement techniques
• Equalization theory and practice
• Compression and dynamic processing
• Digital audio conversion
• Psychoacoustics and critical listening
• Stereo imaging and widening techniques
• Time-based effects (reverb and delay)
• Advanced vocal production techniques

Who This Course Is For

• Aspiring music producers and audio engineers
• Singers looking to improve their recording skills
• Hobbyist musicians interested in home recording
• Podcast creators wanting to enhance their vocal production
• Anyone passionate about understanding modern music production techniques

Real-World Applications

• Produce professional-quality vocal recordings for music or podcasts
• Enhance the overall sound quality of musical compositions
• Improve home studio setups for better recording results
• Collaborate more effectively with audio professionals
• Create more engaging and polished audio content for various media
• Pursue career opportunities in music production and audio engineering
• Develop a critical ear for evaluating and improving audio quality