Effects, Synth & Mixing Primer

Effects, Synth, & Mixing Primer

Tools that shape sound: reverb, compression, synthesis, and more. Pre-requisite for Mixing/Mixcraft

Mondays, Wednesdays

Apr 22, 2026 - Jun 3, 2026

10 AM Pacific | 1 PM Eastern | 6 PM UK

12 Classes • 8 Seats Available

Resident Non-Resident

$450.00

Resident pricing

What is Residency?

Effects, Synth, & Mixing Primer

Tools that shape sound: reverb, compression, synthesis, and more. Pre-requisite for Mixing/Mixcraft

Tuesdays, Thursdays

Jun 25, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026

4 PM Pacific | 7 PM Eastern | 12 AM UK

12 Classes • 8 Seats Available

Resident Non-Resident

$450.00

Resident pricing

What is Residency?

Effects, Synth, & Mixing Primer

Tools that shape sound: reverb, compression, synthesis, and more. Pre-requisite for Mixing/Mixcraft

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Learn the essential concepts and vocabulary of music production.

Build upon your core platform skills in any DAW such as Ableton, Logic, Pro Tools, or FL Studio and begin to you journey into the realm of effects. Think of this class as the answer to the question: “What do all the buttons and dials do?”.

Instructors will cover all this foundational info and explain how synthesis, mixing, and effects all share a common lexicon. It is vital that creatives familiarize themselves with this language before venturing onwards!

Key Concepts

Frequency Effects (filters, equalizers, etc.)
Temporal Effects (reverbs, delays, etc.)
Dynamic Effects (compression, etc.)
Basic Subtractive Synthesis (and its use in effect processing)
Metering
Mastering Concepts
Mixing Methodology
Mixing Tools & Concepts
Automation

What Students Say

great instructor!

—Sunita

Great class! Lots of comparisons and smilies that relate well to the concepts being explained. Getting to see the concepts in-action at the piano was fun!

—Rose

Incredible value in every class. It’s a super fun and engaging way to learn, with excellent instructors and a supportive community. Can’t recommend Beat Kitchen enough if you want to learn any aspect of music production!

—Johanna

Phenomenal work, a joy to collaborate with

—Rafael

I would not be able to image a better music school. Not only the level of instructors and quality of knowledge are world class - the vibe, how it’s all organized and variety of classes is what makes The Beat Kitchen Experience so unique and

—MG

Course Level: Primary Skills

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