FULL CURRICULUM
OR CUSTOMIZATION

Learn remotely or in-person over 5 quarters as you build your portfolio with a mentor

Our full curriculum spans over five quarters, each containing 22+ classes, after hour projects and midterm/final exams. Students will have spent 500+ hours in class and session work by the end of the full course load. Remote classes are each 1 to 2 hours long and students can expect to spend 8-16 hours per week on their education. Every class in our full curriculum is also available when creating a customized course load. In-person studio time is available as add-on.
Content covered:
  • Real-time Mentorship
  • Session Prep as an Assistant
  • Microphone Operation
  • Stereo Microphone Positions
  • Acoustics
  • Signal Path/Cabling
  • Functions of Modulation, Reverb & Delay
  • Ear Training
  • Understanding Saturation vs. Distortion
  • Understanding Compression
  • Understanding Equalizers
  • Theory of Digital Conversion
  • Classic Stereo vs. Mid-Side Processing
  • Editing
  • Tuning
  • Professional Session Management
  • Real-World Session Work
  • Monitoring Considerations
  • Virtual Console Workflow
  • Functional Dynamics
  • The Psychology Behind Mixing
  • Creating 3D Soundscapes
  • Song Production and Arrangement
  • Specific Instrument Recording Techniques
  • Establishing Loudness During Mixdown
  • The Art of Automation
  • Portfolio Creation
  • Speed Trials
  • Generating Session Work
  • Project Management
  • Advanced Analysis
  • Critical Listening
  • Project Swapping
COURSES BY QUARTER
QUARTER 1

Lays a Foundation of Audio Knowledge
QUARTER 2

Moving Beyond a Compentent Assistant
QUARTER 3

Promotion to Recording Engineer
QUARTER 4

Promotion to Mixing Engineer
QUARTER 5

Promotion to Portfolio Backed Producer
Course Load:
- Introduction to Audio Engineering 110
- Processing Fundamentals 120
- Digital Studio Operation 131
- Assistant Session Preparation 132
Course Load:
- Songwriting as a Producer 210
- Deconstruction of Mix Priorities 220
- Session Editing 231
- Mentor's Revision Guidance 232
Course Load:
- Advanced Recording Techniques 310
- The Art of a Professional Mix 320
- Swap Shop 331
- Mentor Mix Wrap 332
Course Load:
- Producing a Single 440
- Mastering the Mix 420
- Speed Trials 431
- Portfolio Creation Guidance 432
Course Load:
- Producing an EP 550
- Self Management as a Freelancer 560
- Loudness Analysis 571
- Final Mentorship 572
NEXT FULL CURRICULUM
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DATE
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JULY 8, 2024
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JANUARY 8, 2024
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JUNE 30, 2025
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SEPTEMBER 29, 2025
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*CUSTOM CURRICULUMS & A LA CARTE COURSES CAN BEGIN ON A MONTHLY BASIS
Many Options to Start While Keeping Costs Low
Seats are limited per in-take due to our ethos towards mentorship requiring small class sizes. New prospects are asked to submit on the website at the admissions page. Staff will assess and reply to confirm if your submission has been accepted. You will have 1 month to validate and register after receiving your proposed start date. There are 2
in-takes per year for full curriculum students, though we have several more in-take points through out the year for customized curriculums. While we make every effort possible to keep our listed prices as low as possible, we also offer promo options to keep costs even more manageable. Finally, studio time can be added at a rock bottom premium. There are even cheaper options for remote studio time (we supply the musicians as you stream in).
Limited Time Promos
Class Shadowing
Prospective applicants who have been approved can sit in to preview two classes absolutely free.
Grants
We award grants to randomly drawn applicants on an annual basis. 10 students a year will be funded to cover anywhere from 25% to 100% of tuition costs.
Referral
Registered students who refer new applicants activate a further 10% discount for both tuitions.
Delayed Payment
New students who have enrolled for atleast 3 quarters are not required to pay tuition until their third month.
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ABOUT US

The Institute of Modern Recording specializes in affordable audio production training and one-on-one style mentorship.

With remote and in-person options available, we concentrate on extending old school studio assistant training in a modern refreshed format. Physical studio workshops take place at "The Recording Factory", located in Toronto, ON (Canada).

OUR LOCATION

The Recording Factory
105 Brockhouse Rd.
Unit 104
Etobicoke, ON
M8W 2W8

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