At Church Audio Academy, we strive to provide high-quality online education tailored for every learner. Our goal is to empower individuals with the skills they need to succeed in the audio industry.
Here is a Course overview
Module 1: Introduction to Live Sound in the Church
- What is live sound mixing?
- Role of sound in worship and message delivery
- Differences between live and online sound environments
- Overview of signal flow
Module 2: Understanding Audio Equipment
- Microphones: types, polar patterns, placement
- Mixers: analog vs. digital
- Audio interfaces and soundcards
- Speakers, monitors, and in-ear systems
- Cables and connectors
Module 3: Signal Flow and Gain Staging
- Understanding signal path: source to output
- Gain structure and how to set levels
- Input/output routing on the mixer
- Common pitfalls in gain staging
Module 4: Mixing Console Basics
- Overview of mixing board layout
- EQ controls: high pass filter, parametric EQ
- Aux sends and returns
- Groups, sub-mixes, and DCA/VCA controls
Module 5: Effects, Processing & Dynamics
- Reverb and delay in a worship context
- Compression and limiting
- Noise gates and feedback suppression
- FX routing best practices
Module 6: Mixing for Livestream vs. In-Room
- How livestream mixing differs from FOH
- Using an aux mix or separate console for stream
- Room acoustics vs. digital clarity
- Monitoring and referencing your stream audio
Module 7: Practical Mixing Techniques
- Building a basic mix: vocals, band, pastor
- Mixing tips for worship music
- Balancing spoken word clarity
- Handling multiple vocalists and instruments
Module 8: Troubleshooting and Best Practices
- Dealing with feedback and hums
- Common audio issues during service
- Soundcheck process
- Communication with the worship team and pastor
Module 9: Live Demonstration & Practice
- Real-world mix walkthrough
- Students create their own mix with multitracks
- Peer review and feedback