Course Modules

Module 1 – Introduction to Frequencies

Two demonstrations showing the composition of sounds in terms of frequencies, and how various complex sounds can be manipulated with EQ to become much simpler ones.

• Frequency Demo #1 – Turning noise into a single pitch
• Frequency Demo #2 – Turning a piano into a sine wave

Module 2 – EQ Controls 

A series of lessons teaching the various controls available on different types of EQ, including gain, frequency and Q, as well as a look at the different types of EQ band.

• Lesson 1 – Simple 3-Band EQ
• Lesson 2 – Parametric Bands
• Lesson 3 – EQ Curve, Shelving & Filters

Module 3 – EQ in Isolation

Two lessons showing different approaches to EQing a bass guitar, with one focused more on boosting and the other attenuating frequencies.

• Example #1 – Mainly Boosting
• Example #2 – Mainly Attenuating (Reducing)

Module 4 – Frequency Demo #3 – Combining the Piano and Sine Wave 

A demonstration of frequency overloading when similar bands of frequencies combine.

Bonus Module 4a – The Frequency Spectrum Explained

A more detailed look at the Frequency Spectrum, including a demonstration of sine waves with octave spacings, an analysis of a more complex tuned percussion sample and a breakdown of low, mids and highs.

Module 5 – EQ with respect to other parts

Some examples of using EQ to shape the frequencies of sounds with respect to one another.

• Intro
• Example 1 – Vocal & Guitar
• Example 2 – Organ and Guitar

Module 6 – EQ’ing Drums 

for applying Tips EQ to individual and grouped drums.

• Individual Drum EQ #1 – Kick
• Individual Drum EQ #2 – Snare
• Individual Drum EQ #3 – Hat
• Group or Drum Buss EQ

Module 7 – Common EQ Practices

A few common objectives when using EQ, to help guide a workflow and provide solid aims to work towards.

Module 8 – EQ’ing Kick and Bass

A detailed lesson focussing on low frequencies and the considerations for using EQ on kick and bass parts in heavy sub bass Trap

• Lesson 1 – Kicks and Groove Intro
• Lesson 2 – EQing the Kicks and Sub
• Lesson 3 – More Sub Tweaks and Lows Focus Tip

Module 9 – EQ on the Master Channel

Some pointers for using EQ to shape the entire mix.​

Module 10 – EQ In The Mix

A real-time mixdown EQ session, working through every part in the second set of stems to fully sculpt the sound of a dense and melody-laden mix.

• Lesson 1 – Pre Mix Analysis
• Lesson 2 – Drums EQ
• Lesson 3 – Bass EQ
• Lesson 4 – Vocal and Piano EQ
• Lesson 5 – Organ EQ
• Lesson 6 – Strings EQ
• Lesson 7 – Guitar EQ
• Lesson 8 – Drum Buss EQ
• Lesson 9 – Master EQ

Features

• 2.5 Hours of streamed EQ Tutorials
• Access 24/7/365
• 2 Practice Mixing Sessions
• Audio Stems and DAW Projects
• EQ Assessment