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A 4-month on-site programme · Music & audio production

Core Audio Programme.

From the science of sound to a finished, mixed and mastered recording. A music and audio production course in Anna Nagar, Chennai, taught hands-on in a fully treated studio, in a batch of just five.

The course

Make music. Understand sound.

A complete foundation in music and audio production, taught on site in a working studio. You begin with what sound actually is, learn Logic Pro, music theory and sound design, then move through mixing, mastering, acoustics and studio recording. You finish by planning and running a real recording session of your own.

Every concept is applied straight away: on the piano roll, in the mixer, and behind the microphone.

Who it’s for
  • Complete beginners starting from zero
  • Anyone curious about music and audio
  • Aspiring producers, songwriters and engineers
  • Musicians who want to record their own work
What you’ll learn
  • How sound, frequency and digital audio work
  • Producing full tracks in Logic Pro
  • Chords, scales, melody and rhythm
  • Mixing and mastering for streaming
  • Recording vocals, instruments and bands
Curriculum

Nine modules, one finished record.

01
Foundation

Sound Theory

Understand what sound actually is before you touch any gear: the science and history behind everything you will hear and create.

  • What is Sound?
  • Frequency, Pitch & Amplitude
  • Analogue vs Digital Audio
  • Digital Audio Formats
  • History of Audio
02
Foundation

DAW Basics: Logic Pro

Get confident and fast in Logic Pro, your creative home base, so your focus stays on the music and not the tools.

  • Understanding the Logic Pro Interface
  • Tracks, Clips & Regions
  • MIDI vs Audio Tracks
  • Key Shortcuts & Workflow
  • Setting Up Your Production Template
  • Importing, Exporting & Bouncing
03
Creative

Sound Production

Turn an idea into a full arrangement. Learn how producers build tracks layer by layer and develop their own sonic identity.

  • Translating Ideas from Head to DAW
  • Working with Samples & Loops
  • Layering Sounds for Depth & Width
  • Creating Space in a Mix
  • Sound Design Basics & Synthesis
  • FM Synthesis & Serum / Wavetable
04
Foundation

Music Theory

Theory taught the producer’s way, applied directly to the piano roll. No sheet music required.

  • Notes, Octaves & the Piano Roll
  • Scales & Modes
  • Building Chords
  • Chord Progressions
  • Melody Writing
  • Rhythm, Time Signatures & Ear Training
05
Technical

Mixing & Mastering

Balance every element for clarity, depth and impact, then master for streaming.

  • Approaching a Mix
  • EQ: The Frequency Spectrum
  • Compression & Dynamics
  • Reverb, Delay & Time-Based Effects
  • Distortion, Saturation & Harmonic Effects
  • Limiting, Mastering & Loudness Standards
06
Practical

Studio Recording

Capture clean, professional recordings that need minimal fixing. Choose the right microphone for every source.

  • Types of Microphones
  • Polar Patterns: Cardioid & Shotgun
  • Mic Placement Techniques
  • Recording Vocals Professionally
  • Signal Chain & Audio Routing
  • Gain Staging & Avoiding Clipping
07
Technical

Acoustics

The room is the most overlooked piece of gear. Learn how sound behaves in a space and how to improve it.

  • How Sound Behaves in a Room
  • Standing Waves & Bass Buildup
  • Sweet Spots vs Dead Spots
  • Soundproofing vs Acoustic Treatment
  • Acoustic Materials & DIY Solutions
  • Measuring Your Room Sonically
08
Practical

Home Studio Setup

Everything you need, and what you don’t, to build a great-sounding studio at any budget.

  • Audio Interfaces
  • Microphones for Home Studios
  • MIDI Controllers & Keyboards
  • Monitor Speakers & Headphones
  • Cables, Connections & Ports
  • Budget Builds at Every Level
09
Advanced

Live Recording

Bring it all together: run a full recording session from setup to final export and deliver a professional result.

  • Live Multi-Track Recording Setup
  • Drum Recording Fundamentals
  • Recording Bands & Ensembles
  • Comping & Editing Live Takes
  • Session Management & Workflow
  • Final Project: Live Recording Session
Capstone

Final project: a live recording session.

Plan and run a real session. Record, mix and master 2 to 3 songs featuring at least one live instrument, then deliver mastered stereo WAVs, stems and a short written reflection on your choices.

What you leave with
01

A certificate

From Ashlar Audio, on completing the course.

02

A portfolio

2 to 3 songs you recorded, mixed and mastered, delivered as stereo WAVs.

03

Stems and a session

Files you can hand to any collaborator, plus your own production template.

Batches & fees

Choose your batch.

Both batches run for four months, fully on site in Anna Nagar. Call us for timings and the next start date.

Weekday batch

Alternate days

Classes on alternate weekdays. Maximum 5 students.

Weekend batch

Saturday & Sunday

Classes on weekends. Maximum 5 students.

Course fee
₹75,000
Inclusive of GST
All 9 modules, studio time and your certificate
Option A

Pay in full

₹75,000 upfront at the start of the course.

Option B

Two instalments

₹37,500 at the start, and ₹37,500 one month after the course begins.

What to bring

Your own laptop. A Mac is preferred, as the course uses Logic Pro. Everything else is in the studio.

Learn on real equipment

Broadband acoustic treatment, UAD interfaces and microphones, and handmade condenser mics to record with.

Logus Sethia recording acoustic guitar
Your instructor

Logus Sethia

A sound engineer and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, keys, bass and drums) with a Diploma in Sound Engineering, completed with distinction. He has worked across studio recording, mixing, mastering and live sound.

  • Assistant engineer at Firdaus Studio, on projects including an AR Rahman birthday tribute
  • Live engineering team for Mohini Dey and Chandresh Kudwa
  • Sound engineer for the band Not So Regional
  • Freelance mixing and scoring for short films
  • Logic Pro, Pro Tools and Ableton; expert on console operation
You don’t need experience, only curiosity and a good pair of ears.
Do I need any experience?
No. The course is made for complete beginners and anyone curious about music and audio. You start with what sound actually is.
What do I need to bring?
Your own laptop. A Mac is preferred because the course uses Logic Pro. Everything else is provided in the studio.
How much is the course, and how do I pay?
₹75,000 including GST. Pay in full at the start, or in two instalments: ₹37,500 at the start and ₹37,500 one month after the course begins. Payment is by bank transfer, UPI or cash.
Can I get a refund?
Course fees are non-refundable.
How big are the batches?
A maximum of five students, so you get real time on the gear and with your instructor.
Is it online or in person?
Fully on site at Ashlar Audio in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You receive a certificate from Ashlar Audio, along with your finished portfolio recordings.
When does the next batch start?
Call +91 89250 65750 or book a free consultation for timings and the next start date.
Ready to start?

Book a free consultation.

Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll call you back. Goes to info@ashlaraudio.com.

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