Sound Effects Studio Proficiency Test

Process

• The Sound Effects Studio Proficiency involves completing a Canvas module and the completing a hands-on proficiency with a lab aide.
  • The complete the Canvas module 
• You need to be using the lab for academic purposes 
• Some academic programs will co-ordinate the scheduling of proficiencies. 
• If you need a proficiency that is not being arranged by the faculty fill out the Media Lab Proficiency Request Form and we will contact you about the rest of the process.

Operational Proficiency

1. Make sure Monitor knob on the MOTU M4 is all the way down.
2. Turn on the power strip on the computer desk.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Open your preferred DAW.
5. Save your project in a folder on the desktop.
6. Set up a microphone and set recording levels.
7. Set headphone levels.
8. Record a microphone in the DAW.
   • Make sure to mute the input channel you are recording to.
   • This will prevent latency in your monitoring path.
9. Playback the recording
10. Record an overdub onto another track.
11. Playback both tracks though the speakers.
12. Save the project and quit the application.
13. Please normalize the room and vacuum if necessary.
14. Log out and report any problems.
15. Shut down computer and shut off the power strip on the computer desk.
16. Make sure to pull the door shut and make sure it's locked.