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Mastering Plus

Mastering Plus

Mastering Plus Course
Los Angeles & Live Online

If you know how to Mix by taking our Mixing & Mastering course or if you are self taught Mixer-Producer, this 24 Hr Mastering Plus course is the next logical step. There is so much more to the art of Mastering these days with cross genre songs, soundtracks and multiple streaming platforms. Our Mastering Plus Course is designed for today’s multi-genre modern engineer/producer.

 

 

Who is this course for?

 

  • Producers & DJs looking to Master on their own so that their songs stand out in playlists and DJ sets
  • Artists, Musicians & Composers who want to create music in their project studios and master “in-the-box”; at the same time develop a solid understanding of audio principles and industry practices in mastering studios
  • Mix Engineers and self-taught students wishing to properly learn about Stereo Bus Processing, Mid/Side, Multiband, Various delivery formats etc

 

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Course Highlights
• 24 hours of world-class training in Mastering in our state of the art Studio A designed by Grammy Nominated engineers.
• Hands-on approach in small class sizes ( not more than 8 students) for proper individual attention.
• Lab hours to focus on student projects and receive feedback from instructors and peers. Weekly challenges are given for accelerated learning.
• Free Garnish Sample libraries & Discounted software from our partners like Arturia & FabFilter.

Prerequisites
• Laptop with DAW installed and understanding of its basics
• Headphones
If you are new to DAWs and Mixing, please consider joining our Ableton or Logic Producer Programs or taking a Mixing Course with us first. Contact us if you have any questions.

Garnish Los Angeles Experience
Why study Mastering with us?

While focused on mastering “in-the-box” (in the computer), we provide you with abilities to achieve that “commercial sound” by understanding various analog circuits and processors. The end result, you will leave with a fully mastered track and all the steps to continue improving and advancing your skills for decades to come. The techniques can be applied within any digital audio workstation. Interacting with your like-minded class gives you advantage over anyone trying to teach themselves with books, online courses or tutorial videos. We will also spend time working on your songs in our state of the art Studio A and make sure you have release ready material. We have a dual Pro Tools HDX and Apogee setup (also running Logic Pro and Ableton Live) designed by Grammy nominated engineers. See full Gear and Synthesizer list below.

STUDIO A Gear List

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Studio set up- Pro Tools HDX with Apogee Dual Set up

Convertor- Lynx Aurora 8

Speakers- Adam S3V with Adam Sub 12, Yamaha NS10s with Bryston 4B Amp

Monitor Control- Dangerous D Box

Microphone- Manley Reference Cardioid, Shure SM57s

Pre Amps- Chandler Limited TG2, Heritage Audio 1073

Reverb- Bricasti Design M7

Compressors- Teletronix LA2A, Urei (Universal Audio) 1176, SSL XLogic G-series Compressor, Empirical Labs EL-8 Distressor

Piano- Yamaha U3

Universal Audio Satellite

Synthesizers & Drum Machines- Roland Juno 60 (with MIDI), Juno 106, JX3P, Sequential Prophet Rev 2, Mellotron M4000D, Korg MS20, Triton Studio, Moog Subphatty, Yamaha DX7, YS200, Behringer Poly D, RD-8, Neutron, Arturia Matrix Brute

 

*More exotic pieces like the Formanta Polivoks, EMS 01, Sequential Prophet 10, Erica Synths Perkons HD-01 and other semi modular pieces available upon request in selected classes!

 

All synths are MIDI connected for DAW use via iconnectivity MIO and Clever Audio MXM 12 Synth switcher

We also have a guitar pedal collection for sonic experiments in studio

Music Technology & Business are constantly evolving. Our curriculums are routinely updated to give you the best experience.

24 Hours

$1799 Tuition + $100 Registration Fee

(No Registration Fee Early Bird Special $100 discount if booked 14 days before start!)

Get in touch and our placement experts will follow up with information.

For one-to-one lessons, connect with us on Private Instruction

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Meet Our World-Class Instructors

Our instructor roster ranges from Multi-Platinum Songwriters and Producers to rising LA Hitmakers and Mixers. Have a look!

Need some help on a Project or Topic from class? No Problem. Our instructors can work with you 1-on-1 in Focus Hours

 

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Mastering Plus Syllabus

Introduction & Mixing Recap

• Reference Tracks
• Speakers & Headphones
• Frequencies
• Dynamic Processing
• Effects
• Critical Listening

Metering & Rendering

• Gain Staging
• Meters used in Mixing & Mastering
• Mixing Groups
• Rendering your Premaster
• How to Prepare for Mastering

History & Overview of Mastering Process

• History of Mastering
• Setting up a Mastering Session
• Overview of Ozone & FabFilter Suite
• Critical Listening

Mid/Side

• What is Mid/Side
• History of Mid/Side
• Mid/Side Techniques

Maximizers

• What is a Maximizer
• Ozone Maximizer & FabFilter Pro-L walk-thru every function.
• Practical Use

Creating a Mastering Chain

• Creating an efficient Mastering Chain with Ozone & FabFilter
• Step by Step Hands-on Instruction
• In depth explanation of Modules & Signal Flow

Metering / Phase & Dithering Analysis / Stem Mastering

• Meters used in Mastering
• Phase & Dithering
• Stem Mastering for Clients

Advanced Mastering

• Expanding Your Mastering Chain
• Using Virtual-Analog Signal Processors

Mastering for Streaming Audio & Broadcasting

• Explanation & History
• Modern Day Application

Referencing, Finalizing, Exporting

• How to Reference
• Finishing Up
• Exporting
• Group Critique

Music Technology & Business are constantly evolving. Our curriculums are routinely updated to give you the best experience.

Our Students Say. . .

 

“Everything went really well in Ibiza this
time and I had so much fun! I am so
glad you taught me, you’re the best
xoxo”

Paris Hilton
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I wouldn't change a thing about this course. It was ten times better than I expected it to be. The instructor was incredibly informative and kept things fun. I've played with software for a couple of years and thought I got most of the basics down but I definitely was wrong. Great course! I would definitely recommend this course to anybody wanting to learn the production side of music. It was incredibly helpful and left me inspired to make tracks 24/7.

Kristina Bialkowski

I went from knowing pretty much nothing about Logic to knowing how to built loops, work with midi, mix, and actually be able to record the music I write and and arrange on the computer. I'm really excited because Logic Pro X has opened up a new world for me as a singer songwriter!

Dawn Red Sun

I am a lot better off than I was months ago blindly watching Youtube tutorials and not knowing what I was doing. The teacher was a great, very patient and understanding, with all skill levels in the room.

Abraham Perrotta

The small class size allowed the instructor time to give us individual attention/feedback. The teaching style was easily adjusted according to the levels in the class. As a very new producer, I never felt left behind. I never would have thought I could make this much progress in just 6 weeks!

Andie Arbogast

This class was great. I've been wanting to learn digital music production and was warned that Logic was one of the most complex and difficult to learn DAW. In only 6 days I think I've learned the program well enough to start producing my own tracks. Not only that but I've left the class with enough excitement to get busy and make some music with my new found knowledge.

Paul Vachier

It was very hands on. the teacher knew a vast amount about this topic and is very informative and clear. He has methods of utilizing teachings that enable us to relate to better understand in what circumstances these methods would be used for productions.

Raymond Casarez

This class was tough for me, as I'm a beginner (and am 48 with not a ton of technical or DAW experience). I wanted to immerse myself, so I could learn as much as possible, but much of the class was still a bit too advanced for me. Darren was fantastic, and I REALLY appreciated the offer to come back and stand in future classes. That makes me feel like I'll definitely get my moneys worth!

William 'John' Bragg

I came into the program with no idea how to work Logic, and after the intensive week, I worked out programming beats, using loops and samples…I feel like I can take my music to the next level now. Thanks 🙂

Christy Thompson

Great teacher who leaves no stone unturned! After Garnish, I feel that I have the tools to build a strong foundation and begin a career in the music industry.

Daniel Cobos

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