Learn how to incorporate hardware gear into your production workflow. At our hardware-laden studio in Los Angeles, you'll get hands-on time with classic synths like the Juno 60 and Juno 106 along with modern gear such as the Moog Grandmother and Sequential OB-6. You'll also be invited to bring your own gear as you explore signal flow, MIDI routing, audio recording, resampling, controlling parameter changes, and more. Whether you're looking to jump into the world of hardware for the first time or you've got a room full of synths, this 5-week course will help you get comfortable crossing over from hardware to software and back.
Course Topics
- Signal Flow
- Sequencers
- MIDI & Audio Setup
- Integrating Hardware with Ableton
- Synthesis and Sound Design Tips
- Hands-on Time with Classic and Modern Synths
Course Schedule
- Course Start Date: June 1st, 2022
- Course Length: 5 Weeks
- Weekly Schedule: Wednesday 6:00pm-8:00pm
- Location: 1550 N Gower St, Los Angeles CA 90028
Your Instructor
Zack Johnson is an experienced DJ, Music Producer, Songwriter, and Sound Designer. He has released music on labels such as Warner Records, Fool’s Gold, Mad Decent and Owsla. Zack also has written syncs for the likes of Amazon, Netflix, and Hulu.
Zack currently works as a Music Producer and Songwriter at the legendary studio Sound Factory and as an instructor at IO Music Academy. He also enjoys making weird sounds, drinking coffee, and taking his cat Sia on nature walks.