Courses

Diploma course - Advanced Live Sound Operation- 4 Week Course

• This is the most comprehensive live sound course available. Theory is backed by ample practical hands-on sessions. Students will develop skills in sound assessment and will learn about signal paths and setting equalisation for instruments, speakers and sound systems.

Certificate course - Fundamentals of Live Sound - 1 Week Course

• This course is aimed at those who would like to gain an understanding of the sound engineers role and responsibilities and will also benefit band managers, back line technicians, road crew, promoters, etc.

Foundation course - Introduction to Live Sound - 2 Day Course

• The course is intended for musicians who want to tour professionally and learn how to effectively use monitor and front of house engineers. This course is also intended for people who want to find out more about our courses before committing to enrol on our more extensive courses.

What you will learn

Instruction takes place at the Scala in Kings Cross, one of London top venues.

Our courses focus on front of house and monitor mixing simulating the live concert and production environment. In addition to explaining the general characteristics of sound, our tutors instruct students on how to identify and distinguish frequencies in an audio mix. Students also learn how to set up and equalise PA systems in relation to equipment characteristics and room acoustics.

LAE students learn on state-of-the-art sound equipment. gaining hands-on experience mixing bands that are booked throughout the course to perform exclusively for this purpose. Class numbers are small so that students can receive individual attention.

Course Topics

• Gain Structure and EQ
• Phase and Phase Cancellation
• Microphone and Microphone Placement
• Mixing Consoles
• Signal Routing
• Gates, Compressors and Limiters
• Gain Structure and Equalisation
• Digital Delays and Reverberation
• Setting Up a Band
• PA Setup and Time Alignment
• Basic Electrical Theory
• PA Maintenance
• Touring
• In Ear Monitoring
• Wireless Microphones
• Recording Live Sound
• Safety

What we expect from you

People of all backgrounds and ages are welcome to take LAE courses. No prior specialist knowledge is required, but it is expected that students have an ability to grasp basic operational methods and develop their listening skills.

Qualifications

LAE is recognized by live industry professionals and production companies. Students will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course.

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