Overview

Step into the world of synthesis and sound design with Sending Signals, an intermediate-level course designed for those ready to create their own sounds from scratch. Whether you're looking for Serum or Wavetable tutorials or want to satisfy your curiosity by creating custom patches on analog synths, this course will provide the tools and knowledge needed to take sounds out of your head and design sounds for any genre of music.

This course is perfect for producers with a solid understanding of music production fundamentals seeking to expand their sound design expertise. If you've ever wondered how to shape and mold sound like your favorite artists or how to recreate the iconic tones of classic and modern analog synths like the Roland Juno 106 or Moog Model D, this is the course for you. In 3 months, you'll go from foundational concepts like oscillators and filters to advanced techniques such as modulation and sound processing.

Course Outcomes

• Build upon the fundamentals learned in Building Blocks and Making Waves.

• Express yourself through Synthesis and Sound Design: Learn to use software synths like Serum and Wavetable to bring the sounds in your head to life

• Recreate Classic Sounds: Recreate classic and contemporary sounds from your favorite tracks, whether you're into electronic music, pop, or cinematic scores.

• Sequence and Sample Hardware Gear: Get comfortable working with vintage and modern synths, sequencing them in your DAW, and sampling to create new soundscapes.

Class Topics

Oscillators, Filters, and Envelopes: Understand the core elements of sound synthesis and how they shape your sounds.

Advanced Modulation Techniques: Dive into modulators, LFOs, and the modulation matrix to add movement and complexity to your sounds.

Drum Synthesis and Sound Design: Learn to create and layer synthesized drum sounds for unique percussive elements.

Sequencing and Sampling Hardware Synths: Sequence, record, and sample from classic and modern hardware synths.

Max for Live Effects: Utilize Max for Live to expand your creative possibilities with custom sequencers and effects.

Turning Sounds into Instruments: Explore techniques for transforming any sound into a playable instrument using sampling and synthesis.

Field Trip to Synth Cabin: Experience a hands-on session at Rosen Sound, where you'll play with dozens of classic synths in the Synth Cabin.

Circle Community

Joining the IO Music Academy Circle gives you access to an exclusive online hub where you can collaborate, share feedback, and get support from fellow students and alumni. You’ll also enjoy lifetime access to all course materials, including videos, dynamic notes, and recordings, so you can revisit the content any time.

Program Options

Sending Signals is a cornerstone of several artist programs we offer, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills further:

Electronic Producer Program (12 Months)

Total Producer Program (18-24 Months)

Custom Producer Program (6-24 Months)

By enrolling in one of these programs, you'll benefit from a comprehensive learning experience at a reduced per-course cost, perfect for those committed to becoming professional producers.