Topics & Goals
SSL Console & Signal Flow
Learn the AWS 948 layout, channel strip features, DAW control, and end-to-end routing.
Patch Bay & Routing
Practice normalled and half-normalled paths, inserts, sends, and troubleshooting.
Session Setup & Templates
Build Pro Tools templates with labeled tracks, buses, I/O, and FX returns.
Microphones & Preamps
Match mic types and pickup patterns to sources and pair with preamps for tone.
Cue Mixes & Monitoring
Create separate artist mixes, manage latency, and run talkback and Hearback.
Hardware Integration & Compression
Patch outboard EQs and compressors, compare serial and parallel chains.
EQ & Dynamics Strategies
Apply subtractive EQ, SSL dynamics, and drum bus glue.
Hybrid Mixing, FX & Automation
Blend console summing with ITB workflow, use time-based FX, and automate mixes.
