The Sound Academy sound engineer course is a comprehensive program designed to give music enthusiasts a thorough understanding of all aspects of audio production, from mixing and mastering, to recording and post-production. Our aim is to train professionals in an accelerated manner.

‍Module 1: Introduction to Computer Music & Pro Tools
‍Presentation of DAWs & reasons to use Pro Tools
‍Basics of audio signal: frequency, amplitude, dynamics

‍Module 2: Studio Setup & Setup
‍Connection and optimization of audio equipment
‍Soare settings: latency, buffer, sample rate

Module 3: Session Management & Project Organization
‍Management of Pro Tools sessions & templates
‍Setting up inputs/outputs, routing and audio bus

‍Module 4: Recording Techniques
‍Choice and positioning of Studio microphones
‍🎛 Module Basic takes and overdubbing (Quick Punch, Loop Record)

Module 5: Introduction to Audio Editing
‍🎛 Modulebasic editing tools (cut, trim, fade, grab)
‍Organization and management of music videos & playlists

‍🎛 Module 6: First Steps in Mixing
‍Signal flow, management of Pre/post-fader
‍Application of first static balancings

‍🎶 Module 7: Integrating MIDI into Pro Tools
‍Creation of MIDI tracks and virtual instruments
Advanced editing & timing management (Ticks vs Samples)

‍📀 Module 8: Reviewing & Preparing for the Premix
‍Work independently on complete sessions
Balance & optimization of Basic mix

🎚 Module 9: In-Depth Mixing
Stereo placement, level management & advanced automations
‍Advanced EQ & Compression

🎛 Module 10: Treatment & Advanced Effects
‍Mastery of the reverb, delay, saturation & spatialization
‍Automating effects for more dynamism

📀 Module 11: Using VST Plugins
‍Plugins native vs third parties, optimization of CPU resources
Automating settings for a smoother workflow

‍🎼 Module 12: Organization of a Professional Mix
Gain staging, routing & complex track management
‍CPU optimization and preparation of the final project

🎵 Module 13: Advanced Mastering
‍Techniques of normalization, EQ & compression
‍Introduction to mastering with iZotope Ozone

‍🎤 Module 14: Case Studies & Real Projects
‍Application of techniques on different musical styles
‍Correcting and perfecting mixes

📀 Module 15: Project Management & Final Export
Export for various media (digital, vinyl, streaming)
‍Project documentation and archiving

🏆 Module 16: Certification & Validation of Achievements
‍Full review before the exam
Preparing for Avid Pro Tools PT101 & PT110 certification

The duration of our training is 64-80 hours, up to 1 day per week over 2-4 months. Each day includes a specific set of practice modules designed to help students develop skills in various aspects of audio and sound production.

‍Beginners & Enthusiasts — Start with comprehensive and supervised training.

Musicians & Producers — Improve your recording and mixing skills.

🎛 Sound Engineers & Technicians — Get a recognized certification & increase your skills.

🎬 Post-Production & Live Sound Professionals — Develop your expertise in advanced sound processing.

An interest in music, availability on weekends, and a passion for learning is all you need. Prior experience in audio production or music is beneficial, but not necessary.
‍Locations: France, Belgium, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States & Canada
⏰ Duration: 2-4 months
📢 Next session: Upcoming dates — register now
💰 Rates & Payments: Payment in installments available

🔹 Training divided into 2 modules:
‍🎛 PT101 (2 months) — Learning the basics of Pro Tools
🎚 PT110 (2 months) — Deepening mixing and mastering

🚀 All necessary equipment is provided for in-person sessions. You only need a laptop and a headset!

Practical Assessments: Eercises in recording, editing, mixing & mastering
📀 Final Assessment: Presentation of a final mixed and mastered project
‍Minimum grade of 75% to validate the certification

🏆 Obtaining Official Certifications:
‍🎓 Pro Tools PT101 (fundamentals: recording, editing, mixing)
🎓 Pro Tools PT110 (deepening & advanced workflows)