NAME:…………………………………………………..
SUBJECT:……………………………………………….
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Criteria
1.1 Connect effects processors using inserts, sends/returns
Pass
Candidates connect effects processors using inserts, sends/returns
Merit
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding in connecting effects processors
Distinction
Candidates show perception and insight in connecting effects processors, explaining the function of a range of effects paths and their relevance to the mix
1.2 Describe the basic functions of commonly used effects processors
1.3 Select an appropriate effect for a sound source
Candidates describe the basic functions of commonly used effects processors
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding of the basic functions used in effects processors
Candidates select an appropriate effect for a sound source
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding in the selection of appropriate effects for a sound source
Candidates demonstrate critical judgement in their understanding of a range of functions of effects processors
Candidates demonstrate critical judgement in their selection of an appropriate effect showing perception and insight
1.4 Justify the choice of selected effects on technical and/or artistic grounds
Candidates justify the choice of selected effects on technical and/or artistic grounds
Candidates demonstrate technical understanding in their selection of effects and their artistic merits
Candidates show originality and creativity in their choice of selected effects informed by critical judgement

TASK: Show software effects in Cubase and describe them

TASK: Show hardware rackmount effects and describe them

TASK: Show stomp pedal effects and describe them

TASK: Show how to connect a effects processor to a mixing desk and computer.

TASK: Show how to connect a guitar to an FX pedal and guitar amp.

TASK: Complete the table.
Type
Software
Processor
(Cubase)
Hardware Processor
(Rack mount)
Description
Stomp box
Advantages and
Disadvantages
Advantages:
Disadvantage:
Advantages:
Disadvantage:
Advantages:
Disadvantage:
Evaluate against other types
Software vs hardware
Hardware vs Stomp
Stomp vs Software

TASK: Complete the table.
Type Description
Pre-fade
Post-fade
Auxiliary sends/returns
Advantages and
Disadvantages
Advantage:
Disadvantage:
Advantage:
Disadvantage:
Advantages:
Disadvantages:

TASK: Complete the table.
Function
EQ
Balance
Compressor
Noise Gate
Description What's the use of the function
When would you use this

TASK: Complete the table.
Effects
Distortion
Reverb
Delay
Chorus
Description What sound source would this be used for

TASK: Complete the table.
Additional information: Justification can be technical (reducing noise, masking errors, positioning in mix etc) or artistic (adding depth, imitating an environment etc), or a combination of both.
Effects Technical justification Artistic justification
Distortion
Reverb
Delay
Chorus

The learner can:
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2.1 Play back and monitor recorded tracks
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2.2 Assess the quality of individual sounds
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2.3 Add EQ to enhance audio quality
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2.4 Apply effects processing to individual sounds as part of the recording/mixing process
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2.5 Balance sound sources
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2.6 Record/save final mix
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2.7 Observe appropriate health and safety procedures during mix down
Range:
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Effects processors: hardware/software signal processors; digital effects; multi-effects
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Sends/returns: pre-fade; post-fade; send master; auxiliary/send returns
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Functions: eg compressor; noise gate; EQ; distortion; reverb; delay; chorus
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EQ: eg bass, middle, treble, shelving, swept mid
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Balance: use of channel pan and fader controls when mixing to stereo; use of delay and reverb to add space and depth

2.1 Play back and monitor recorded tracks
PASS
Candidates play back and monitor recorded tracks
2.2 Assess the quality of individual sounds
Candidates assess the quality of individual sounds
MERIT
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding in their playback and monitoring of recorded tracks
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding in assessing the quality of individual sounds
DISTINCTION
Candidates show insight and perception in their playback and monitoring of recorded tracks demonstrating
Candidates demonstrate insight and perception which informs their judgement of the quality of individual sounds
2.3 Add EQ to enhance audio quality
2.4 Apply effects processing to individual sounds as part of the recording/mixing process
2.5 Balance sound sources
2.6 Record/save final mix
Candidates add EQ to enhance audio equality
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding which informs the use of EQ to enhance audio quality
Candidates apply effects processing to individual sounds as part of the recording/mixing process
Candidates balance sound sources
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding which informs their application of effects processing
Candidates demonstrate critical understanding which informs their application of balancing sound sources
Candidates demonstrate fluency and originality which informs their judgement in their use of EQ in enhancing audio quality
Candidates demonstrate fluency and originality which informs their judgement in their application of effects processing
Candidates demonstrate fluency and originality which informs their judgement in their application of balancing sound sources
Candidates record and save the final mix
No Merit for this AC No Distinction for this AC

TASK: Listen to the pre-recorded material and complete the table.
https://soundcloud.com/vcertloops/sets/dock-of-the-bay-105bpm/s-FOuhg
On sound cloud there are two recordings for the piano, guitar , female and male vocals. You must select one of each and give reasons for you choice (signal strength, musician errors etc.)
Tracks Reason for choice
Guitar 1 or 2
Piano 1 or 2
Female 2 or 1
Male 2 or 1

TASK 1: Using screen shots, show how to import your downloaded tracks
TASK 2: Using screen shots, show how you playback material in Cubase

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – Apply EQ to improve tracks
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your EQ choice.

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – Apply effects to improve tracks
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choice of effects

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – Apply effects to improve tracks
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choice of effects

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – Apply effects to improve tracks
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choice of effects

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – Apply effects to improve tracks
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choice of effects

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – manipulate the balance of your piece
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choices

TASK 1: Using screen shots and audio clips – manipulate the panning of your piece
TASK 2: Under each screen shot explain your choices

TASK: Using screen shots and audio clips export your finished piece

TASK: Create a health and safety poster for the Music Studio

1.4
1.5
1.2
1.3
Mixing multi-track audio
Name: ……………………… ....................................
Unit
1.1
Positive
Tutor: ………………
Improvements
1.6
Current grade

Mixing multi-track audio
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