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Professional Audio Production Course at Berlin School of Sound

Learn Professional Recording & Mixing Techniques in Berlin

This intensive 2-weekend studio engineering course in Berlin is designed for aspiring audio engineers and producers who want to master professional recording and mixing techniques in a real studio environment. Working exclusively with Pro Tools—the industry standard for professional recording studios worldwide—you’ll gain hands-on experience with every aspect of the production process, from microphone placement to final mix delivery.

Led by Henning Grambow, an experienced audio engineer and educator, this course offers personalized instruction in a professional studio setting. With a maximum of 5 participants per group, you’ll work directly with Berlin School of Sound’s professional-grade equipment, recording real musicians and developing the critical listening skills needed for a career in audio engineering.

Course Structure: Intensive Recording Studio Training Berlin

Duration: 2 intensive weekends (8 days total)
Schedule: Thursday-Sunday, one week break, Thursday-Sunday
Total Hours: 32 hours (16 hours recording + 16 hours mixing)
Daily Sessions: 4 hours per day
Group Size: Maximum 5 participants
Instructor: Henning Grambow
Location: Berlin School of Sound professional studio
Price: €2,550

Weekend 1: Professional Recording Techniques

Thursday-Sunday × 4 hours = 16 hours in studio

During the first intensive weekend, you’ll record a variety of instruments with professional musicians organized by Berlin School of Sound. Each day focuses on different instrument families, covering microphone techniques, placement, room acoustics, gain staging, and capturing the best possible performance in our fully-equipped professional studio.

Thursday: Drum & Double Bass Recording

• Drum Recording Techniques:
  • Microphone selection and placement for kick, snare, toms, overheads, and room mics
  • Close-miking vs. overhead techniques for different drum sounds
  • Phase alignment and managing drum bleed
  • Setting up headphone mixes for drummers
  • Recording techniques for different playing styles and dynamics
• Double Bass Recording:
  • Microphone techniques for jazz and classical styles
  • Capturing the natural resonance and body of the instrument
  • Balancing bow and pizzicato techniques
  • Managing low-end frequencies in the mix context
  • DI and microphone combination approaches

Friday: Piano & Brass Recording

• Piano Recording in Studio:
  • Acoustic piano microphone techniques (stereo configurations)
  • Capturing the full frequency spectrum of piano
  • Room acoustics and their impact on piano sound
  • Working with performers to achieve desired tone
  • MIDI integration with acoustic piano recording
• Brass Section Recording:
  • Microphone selection for trumpet, saxophone, trombone
  • Close-miking vs. room miking for different brass sounds
  • Managing dynamic range and transients
  • Recording techniques for solo vs. ensemble brass
  • Dealing with proximity effect and breath noise

Saturday: Guitar & Vocal Recording

• Electric & Acoustic Guitar Recording:
  • Guitar amplifier miking techniques (single mic, dual mic, room mics)
  • DI recording and re-amping workflows
  • Acoustic guitar stereo techniques and body resonance capture
  • Managing string noise and unwanted frequencies
  • Creating separation in multi-guitar arrangements
• Vocal Recording Techniques:
  • Microphone selection for different vocal types and styles
  • Proper positioning and pop filter usage
  • Creating a comfortable recording environment for vocalists
  • Dealing with sibilance and plosives during tracking
  • Headphone mix strategies for optimal vocal performance

Sunday: Advanced Multi-Instrument Recording Session

• Full band or ensemble recording workflow
• Multi-track recording with simultaneous instruments
• Communication with musicians during complex sessions
• Professional session documentation and file management
• Real-time problem-solving in recording scenarios
• Preparing recorded material for mixing phase
• Review and discussion of the weekend’s recordings

One Week Break: Critical Listening & Preparation

During the week between recording and mixing weekends, participants are encouraged to:

• Listen to the recorded material on different playback systems
• Take notes on what worked well and what could be improved
• Research mixing techniques relevant to the recorded instruments
• Prepare questions for the mixing weekend
• Listen to reference tracks in similar genres

Weekend 2: Pro Tools Mixing Intensive

Thursday-Sunday × 4 hours = 16 hours mixing in Pro Tools

Using the material recorded during Weekend 1, you’ll develop professional mixing skills in Pro Tools from fundamental balance and EQ to advanced automation and effects processing. Under the guidance of Henning Grambow, each participant will work on their own mixes while receiving expert feedback and instruction throughout the intensive weekend.

Thursday: Mix Fundamentals & EQ Techniques

• Pro Tools Mixing Fundamentals:
  • Pro Tools session organization and workflow optimization
  • Gain staging and headroom management for proper mix foundation
  • Creating a rough balance mix
  • Mono vs. stereo monitoring techniques
  • Reference tracks and critical listening development
• EQ Techniques for Mixing:
  • Subtractive vs. additive EQ philosophies
  • Carving frequency space for each instrument
  • Dealing with masking and frequency conflicts
  • High-pass and low-pass filtering strategies
  • Surgical EQ for problem frequencies
  • EQ matching techniques for cohesive mixes

Friday: Compression & Spatial Processing

• Compression & Dynamics Processing:
  • Understanding attack, release, ratio, and threshold parameters
  • Parallel compression techniques for power and punch
  • Multi-band compression applications
  • Sidechain compression for clarity and groove
  • Serial compression strategies
  • Expansion and gating in modern mixes
• Spatial Mixing & Reverb Techniques:
  • Panning strategies for stereo width and depth
  • Reverb types and their musical applications
  • Delay as creative and corrective mixing tool
  • Creating depth with auxiliary sends
  • Stereo imaging and width enhancement
  • Building three-dimensional soundscapes

Saturday: Advanced Effects & Automation

• Advanced Effects & Creative Processing:
  • Saturation and harmonic enhancement techniques
  • Modulation effects: chorus, flanger, phaser applications
  • Time-based creative effects in Pro Tools
  • Professional vocal production and tuning techniques
  • Creative use of Pro Tools plugins and processing chains
  • Building effect chains for signature sounds
• Mix Automation in Pro Tools:
  • Volume automation for dynamic storytelling
  • Effect automation for transitions and builds
  • Panning automation for stereo interest and movement
  • Creating excitement and maintaining listener engagement
  • Mix arrangement awareness and song structure
  • Advanced automation techniques for modern production

Sunday: Mix Bus Processing & Final Critique

• Mix Bus Processing & Final Glue:
  • Mix bus compression techniques for cohesion
  • Master channel EQ and enhancement
  • Analog summing concepts in digital domain
  • Creating frequency spectrum cohesion
  • Loudness standards and metering
  • Preparing professional mixes for mastering
• Final Mix Critique & Industry Standards:
  • Group listening and professional feedback session
  • A/B comparison with commercial reference tracks
  • Creating stems and alternate mixes for clients
  • File formats, sample rates, and delivery specifications
  • Export settings for different platforms and media
  • Career pathways in professional audio engineering studios
  • Q&A and course wrap-up

What You’ll Learn: Audio Engineering Berlin

• Professional microphone techniques for drums, double bass, piano, brass, guitars, and vocals
• Pro Tools workflow optimization for recording and mixing
• Critical listening skills and frequency spectrum awareness
• Industry-standard mixing techniques used in professional Berlin studios
• Communication skills for working with musicians and producers
• Professional session management, file organization, and documentation
• Real-world problem-solving in recording and mixing scenarios
• Studio engineering best practices from experienced instructor Henning Grambow
• Complete production workflow from tracking to final mix delivery

Professional Studio Equipment

You’ll work with Berlin School of Sound’s professional recording studio equipment, including:

• Industry-standard microphones and preamps (Neumann, AKG, Shure, Sennheiser, and more)
• Pro Tools HD system with comprehensive plugin library
• Professional studio monitors and acoustic treatment
• Outboard processing equipment and analog gear
• Vintage and modern microphone collection
• Professional headphone distribution system
• Full equipment list available on our website

Your Instructor: Henning Grambow

Henning Grambow leads this course, bringing years of professional studio experience and teaching expertise to Berlin School of Sound. As an accomplished audio engineer and educator, Henning has worked across various genres and studio environments, from intimate jazz recordings to full rock band productions. His hands-on teaching approach ensures that students gain practical, industry-relevant knowledge and develop the confidence to work in professional recording and mixing scenarios.

Who Should Take This Recording Course

This Berlin audio engineering course is ideal for:

• Musicians who want to record and produce their own music professionally
• Aspiring audio engineers seeking studio career opportunities in Berlin
• Producers who want to master the technical side of recording
• Home studio owners ready to upgrade their skills to professional level
• Anyone serious about pursuing audio engineering careers in professional studios
• Electronic music producers wanting to integrate live recording into their work
• Sound designers looking to expand into music production
• International students seeking intensive training in Berlin

Prerequisites for Studio Engineering Course

• Basic understanding of audio concepts (gain, frequency, dynamics)
• Familiarity with DAWs is helpful but not required
• Passion for music and sound production
• Commitment to attending both full weekends (8 days total)
• Willingness to learn Pro Tools workflow
• Own laptop recommended for note-taking (not required for Pro Tools work)

Course Outcomes & Portfolio

By completing this professional recording and mixing course, you’ll have:

• Portfolio of professional recordings you’ve engineered in our Berlin studio
• Multiple completed Pro Tools mixes demonstrating your skills across different instruments
• Practical experience with Pro Tools in a professional studio environment
• Technical knowledge and confidence to work in recording studios
• Understanding of industry workflows and standards
• Network of fellow audio engineering professionals in Berlin
• Certificate of completion from Berlin School of Sound
• Recorded material you can use for your demo reel
• Complete understanding of production workflow from recording to mix delivery

Why Choose Berlin School of Sound?

• Intensive weekend format – perfect for working professionals and international students
• Small group sizes (maximum 5 participants) for personalized attention and hands-on experience
• Learn from experienced instructor Henning Grambow
• Work with professional studio equipment and Pro Tools HD
• Real professional musicians organized for all recording sessions
• Located in Berlin’s vibrant music and audio production scene
• 32 hours of hands-on studio time in just 2 weekends
• Industry-relevant curriculum focused on Pro Tools workflow
• Recording and mixing material from the same sessions – complete production experience
• Flexible scheduling – courses run monthly

Berlin Recording Studio Course Details

Location: Berlin School of Sound, Berlin, Germany
Course Language: English/German
Format: 2 intensive weekends (Thursday-Sunday each)
Total Days: 8 days
Total Studio Hours: 32 hours
Daily Sessions:  4 hours
Class Size: Maximum 5 students
Instructor: Henning Grambow
Investment: €2,550
Course Frequency: Monthly

Upcoming Course Dates

Courses run monthly – contact us for the next available dates.

Enroll in Pro Tools Recording Course Berlin

Ready to start your career as a professional audio engineer?

This intensive studio engineering course in Berlin combines theoretical knowledge with extensive practical experience over two focused weekends, preparing you for real-world audio engineering opportunities in professional recording studios. The compact format allows you to fully immerse yourself in the studio environment while maintaining your regular work or study schedule.

Limited to 5 participants per course to ensure personalized attention and maximum hands-on studio time with our professional recording equipment and Pro Tools system.

Investment: €2,550
Enroll now at Berlin School of Sound
write email : contact@berlinschoolofsound.com

Perfect for local Berlin residents and international participants who can travel to Berlin for two intensive weekends of professional studio training with industry expert Henning Grambow.