CRAFTING YOUR SOUND...
& Skyrocket Your Demand and Income
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CRAFTING YOUR SOUND...
& Skyrocket Your Demand and Income
Your information is 100% secure with us.
The secrets to rocking your room acoustics & getting the best sound in any space
Project demonstrations in Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, and FL Studio
The very best levels to record your vocals at (Spoiler: it's not 0 dB)
How to effectively use an equalizer to become an audio ninja
The essential frequencies that you need to know to get professional-quality results
Understanding one of the most vital elements of recording: compression
A little-known mixing technique that will consistently lead to more balanced mixes
So much more...
Here's Why You Can't Afford To Waste Another Day Learning From YouTube...
It's time to make a name for yourself beyond your current circle.
YouTube has A LOT of information. Some of it is good. Some of it is bad. Some of it just makes you scratch your head.
You're wasting precious time hunched over your computer, searching for "how to...", when you could be launching your music career...
Specifically, I wanted to be a producer, rapper, and record label owner...
These were the early days of home-based recording studios.
It was 1996...
Tupac and Biggie were at the height of their careers (and lives)...
Music companies, such as No Limit Records, Death Row Records, Bad Boy Records, LaFace Records, and Ruthless Records represented the vast majority of the most popular and influential hip-hop and R&B artists and music of the day...
In that same year, Roc-A-Fella Records was created out of necessity, as Jay-Z had been unable to secure a deal with a major record label.
And, I had a very rudimentary home studio setup.
This was still a few years before computers were the norm in home studios...
So, producing music still happened in real time, without the help of sequencers and other looping technologies...
This meant playing each part (drums, bass, piano, synths, etc.) one at a time for the entire length of the song until everything lined up and sounded good.
My vocals were cut on a microphone that cost less than $50...
And there was no acoustic treatment on the walls or in the corners.
My early recordings were mediocre, at best.
Without knowledge, experience, training, coaching, or mentorship, I couldn't even begin to understand why my music didn't sound like the songs on the radio or by my favorite recording artists...
Slowly but surely, Danny began to grasp the concepts that we taught him. He was highly focused and made sure to complete all of the training assignments.
He ultimately go this own computer and DAW, and within months of starting the program, Danny was invited to New York to participate in an A$AP Mob recording session. He was given the stems and asked to mix the project.
Today, Danny Wunderkind has worked with A$AP Rocky, K$upreme, Producer AR, A$AP Ant, and has mixed a couple of A$AP Twelvvy’s latest releases. He has clients in Philly, New York and LA, and also has projects underway with a couple of other well-known artists that he’ll be announcing soon.
Recently, when asked what was the turning point that has helped him achieve all of his success, Danny simply said, “Samori Coles”. As humbling as that was, we know that it was the blueprint, the secret discovery, that has propelled him and so many others to their fullest potential.
Samori’s program made sure that I fully understand the recording process - all the way through mixing and mastering. Thank you Samori for the role you’ve played in helping me create a future for myself, doing what I love.”
- Nik B.
FULL access to the Audio Engineering Blueprint designed to transform you into a proficient audio engineer.
PROJECTS and Exercises designed to transform your skills.
Lifetime access to a growing Facebook Community.
Community support and group mastermind with a vibrant group of like-minded students.
An unconditional 30-day money-back guarantee after the start of the course, so you can be sure this course is the perfect fit for you with no risk on your part.
Customer support to answer your questions and reduce frustration or overwhelm.
Plus FREE Bonuses Worth More Than $1,500
A convenient online program that allows you to work at your own pace
And, so much more...
I was at my wits' end.
When I could afford it...
I would rent studio time at commercial studios to try to get "that" sound that I was looking for...
Which often turned out to be a total waste of time and money...
Because, even though I would pay hundreds of dollars for studio sessions...
I never felt like I captured the same magic in my performances at other studios that I captured in my home studio.
The reality is that no place feels as comfortable as home.
At the same time, those so-called "professional" audio engineers just weren't delivering the sound that I was going for...
That's when it started to dawn on me that most of them didn't know exactly how to achieve that "radio-quality", major label sound either.
The frustration was overwhelming...
When I shared my music with "professionals" they would often say...
"You're not using EQ. You need to use equalizers."
But, if I knew how and when to use them, I'm sure that I would have.
Or, they would say...
"You're not using compression, are you?"
To that, I thought...
"How and when do I do that?"
I would try to look over the shoulders of more experienced engineers...
But they always seemed annoyed...
And, definitely weren't willing to share what they knew.
The best advice that I could get was...
"Your signal is too hot"...
Or...
"Your music's not mastered is it?"...
Or...
Believe it or not...
"Digital sounds horrible. You need to record in analog".
And, there was nothing worse than that sense of defeat when...
The mixes sounded alright in the home studio...
But, sounded like hot garbage in the car and in other listening environments.
Aaaaarrrrrggggghhhhh!!!!!
I was in H.S.P...
Home Studio Purgatory...
That place where 95% of home studio owners and independent music creators live...
Passionate about creating and working on new music...
But, always knowing that my music was "missing something".
Then...
One day...
Something happened.
Something clicked.
That's when I knew...
I had made a HUGE discovery!
I uncovered THE BLUEPRINT...
Play the videos below to hear more of their success stories...
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My mixes became more consistent, and sounded just as good outside of my studio as they did when I listened through my monitors.
EQ and compression started to make sense, and I was using these essential tools to take my mixes to another level...
Each day I was excited to produce and record new music. I started booking more clients in my home studio, and even began teaching my discovery to some of those clients.
It was clear that this blueprint, this system, would not only allow me to produce and record as much of my own music as I desired, it would also enable me to produce and record numerous artists, musicians, and bands in the Philadelphia tri-state region, and beyond...
I would deliver to them a sound that would help propel their music to the next level.
Not only that, I could teach my system to others and help them realize their full potential in their own home studios.
From Jazz to hip-hop, reggae to R&B, Pop to Rock, I began recording some of the most prolific artists, bands and musicians in my area...
Also, the students who learned my system were building their own rosters of clients at their home studios. Some were even getting jobs and internships at commercial studios, live venues, colleges and universities, and Fortune 50 companies.
From a home recording studio making $45 per week with a single client, to a six-figure commercial facility
training scores of home studio engineers and producers, my commercial studio, Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings, has become one of the country’s most effective, student-focused, consistent engineering and music production schools...
And, this is where our journeys - yours and mine - align...
Home studio owners who want to achieve a more professional, radio-ready sound
Music producers who want to learn and mix and master their beats like the pros
Artists who are tired of relying on other people to record their music
Those who want to begin, or improve upon, live sound engineering in churches and/or venues
Beginner and intermediate music creators who want to build a solid career in the music industry
Folks who are interested in learning a trade and also love music
Those who truly want to learn the hows, whats, and whys of audio engineering
Anyone who would like to work in a recording studio
Independent audio engineers who want to increase their depth of knowledge and true understanding of the craft
Podcasters who want to be able to record their own professional-quality podcasts
Voice-over artists who would like to be able to record their own high-quality VO work
Anyone who records vocals over beats and wants to achieve major label quality
Bands and musicians who want to save money by recording themselves, at the same or better quality as many commercial studios
9-to-5 professionals who like to make music and want to learn how to make it sound better
Anyone looking for a career change and are interested in the music industry
Home studio owners who already know everything there is to know about recording, editing, mixing, and mastering
Music producers who already mix and master their own beats to perfection
Artists who prefer to spend their hard-earned money booking time at recording studios
Beginner and intermediate music creators who don't want to build careers in the music industry
Folks who are not interested in learning a trade and don't like music
Those who would prefer to get all of their information and training from YouTube
Anyone who isn't interested in recording audio projects of any kind (i.e. music, podcasts, audiobooks, live concerts, etc.)
Independent audio engineers who would prefer to solely get bits and pieces of random information and guidance from their peers
Podcasters who never want to record themselves, and don't want to take control of their own shows
Voice-over artists who aren't interested in recording their own work
Anyone who records vocals over beats and are 100% happy with the sound they are getting, and know that it couldn't be any better than it is
Bands and musicians who never want to record any music and would rather practice every day, and talk about all of their future plans with their bandmates.
Live sound engineers who already know all that there is to know, and don't need or want any additional training.
Your Training Will Include...
How to calculate your room modes so that you will better understand the overall color of your space
The difference between the various types of acoustic treatments so that you can choose the
best option for your space, and not waste time and money in the process
The optimal placement for acoustic treatment
to most effectively control room echo and reflections
The inside scoop on the most affordable resources for acoustic treatment
How to get professional quality results with gear that you already own
Which pieces of equipment are essential to taking your sound to the next level
Why you don’t need certain pieces of gear
If the Mac vs. PC debate is really worth the argument
The one piece of gear that can truly be a game-changer
Why your recording level is the most important factor in the signal flow chain
The optimal level to record your vocals
Which piece of recording gear has the biggest impact on recording levels
Why ignoring recording levels is ruining your recordings
To better understand frequency, and how it affects your perception of sound
The role that equalizers play in achieving radio-quality mixes
The essential frequencies that you need to know to get professional quality results
How to effectively use an equalizer to become an audio ninja
How to use a compressor to your advantage
Secret compression recipes that will supercharge your mixes
How to use compressors to achieve louder, punchier recordings
The essential parameters of compression
Why balance is the core ingredient of audio mixing
A little-known mixing technique that will consistently lead to more balanced mixes
How to use “references” to produce industry-quality recordings
The ultimate tools used for balance
The audio effects that dominate major label recordings
How to use reverb to get the sound that you’ve been looking for
Why delay is the one effect that you need to start using now
How distortion can liven up your vocal recordings
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Within 2 months, your comprehension of the fundamental tools and techniques utilized in audio engineering will have significantly expanded. You'll be recording, mixing, and mastering projects at a novice to intermediate level...
At the end of 3 months, you will be a more confident and proficient audio engineer with experience, training, and practical application in intermediate- to advanced-level audio engineering. You'll be proficient in recording, editing, mixing, and mastering professional audio projects.
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But, that is not what we're going to charge you.
Why?
Because, while our program provides more value than most audio recording schools, we don't carry the bloat, fluff, and overhead that other schools carry.
In other words, our training is a 100% pure education in Audio Engineering.
There are no ridiculous "prerequisite" classes that you have to take in order to learn what you really want to learn.
We also don't have a bunch of administrators or overpaid professors that don't add value to your education...
At some schools, your tuition dollars actually pay their salaries.
The Audio Engineering Blueprint is completely online, which allows you to work at your own pace.
The reason that we keep our prices so affordable is because of our sincere and earnest commitment to adequately preparing you for the pace, rigor, and high-quality standard of commercial recording studios.
Many of our graduates opt to start or expand their own home or commercial recording studios.
We don't believe that you should have to struggle or absorb a heavy debt burden after you've invested your time and money in Recording School.
Our mission is to completely transform your knowledge, skills, and career in the music industry without charging you an arm and a leg.
AT A PRICE THAT YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO PASS UP...
Audio Engineering is a trade that is often overlooked by music creators. Learning the secrets to this trade - recording, editing, mixing, and mastering will not only help you achieve radio-quality results, but will also enable you to embark on a diverse and dynamic career path in the music industry. The Audio Engineering Blueprint is your secret to success.
Guidance from program founder, Samori Coles, and access to a community of home recording artists, producers and engineers like yourself to network and share ideas.
Bussing is a concept that is often misunderstood. It's basically routing. However, a thorough understanding of this process enables you to creat sonic textures and sounds that are otherwise not possible.
Sidechaining techniques include more than just compression. They incorporate numerous "parallel" processes that add dimension and a professional polish to your recordings and mixes.
Autotune has become one of the most common tools used in hip-hop, R&B, pop, and even country music. Learn how to achieve the sound that is responsible for numerous hit records.
Mastering is literally "the icing on the cake". Take your recordings to the next level by learning to add loudness, width, and depth to your mixes; and compete with the sound of major-label recordings.
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Felicia Ricci
“Working with Samori was instrumental to my developing my confidence as a producer and artist. I’m glad I met [him] when I did. I feel empowered now to be truly be creative.”
John Morrison
“Working with Samori and Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings was hands down one of the most influential experiences in my creative life. In addition to the growth in the music I make, I learned so much about the business and deepened my relationship to the music community around me.”
In Life, There Are Only 3 Options...
Stagnation leads to de-motivation and frustration. If you fail to act on one-of-a-kind opportunities like The Audio Engineering Blueprint, you might find yourself in a rut.
Years from now, you'll ask yourself, "why didn't I take advantage of the opportunity to learn this craft the right way?"
There's nothing worse than feeling like you've wasted time and energy for nothing.
You'll continue to have the same struggles and challenges, spinning in circles and getting nowhere.
There is no worse feeling than perpetual frustration. Inconsistent recordings and lacking an understanding of the craft will make it virtually impossible to advance.
You'll start to see progress within weeks, and you'll begin to have more control over the sound of your recording projects.
You'll gain the mentorship, training, knowledge and skills that are required to mix and master audio projects at a professional level.
You'll feel empowered to continue to pursue your passions and make your dreams a reality. You'll have a valuable skill that will remain with you for life.
In Life, There Are Only 3 Options...
Stagnation leads to de-motivation and frustration. If you fail to act on one-of-a-kind opportunities like The Audio Engineering Blueprint, you might find yourself in a rut.
Years from now, you'll ask yourself, "why didn't I take advantage of the opportunity to learn this craft the right way?"
There's nothing worse than feeling like you've wasted time and energy for nothing.
You'll continue to have the same struggles and challenges, spinning in circles and getting nowhere.
There is no worse feeling than perpetual frustration. Inconsistent recordings and lacking an understanding of the craft will make it virtually impossible to advance.
You'll start to see progress within weeks, and you'll begin to have more control over the sound of your recording projects.
You'll gain the mentorship, training, knowledge and skills that are required to mix and master audio projects at a professional level.
You'll feel empowered to continue to pursue your passions and make your dreams a reality. You'll have a valuable skill that will remain with you for life.
Your information is 100% secure with us.
In the fall of 1997, he left his day job as a Senior Financial Analyst at a Fortune 100 company and boarded a Greyhound bus in his hometown (Omaha, Nebraska), in pursuit of a career in the music industry.
Unsure where the journey would take him, Samori knew that he was passionate about making music and spending his time concentrating on his dreams; which were succeeding in the music industry and starting his own business.
After what seemed like a never-ending Greyhound bus ride, he ultimately found his way to Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) where he started out producing and recording his own music, as well as the music of others, out of an apartment in the Germantown section of the city.
While there were many ups and downs, successes and failures, achievements and disappointments; eventually the road less travelled led to breakthroughs that have allowed Samori to build one of Philadelphia’s most renowned music recording studios and production training facilities, Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings.
What is unique about the man that many of his students affectionately call “Sensei”, is that while he is an accomplished audio engineer and music producer who is a voting member of The Recording Academy (The Grammys); Samori has remained committed to teaching, coaching and mentoring students of all ages who desire to learn the crafts of audio engineering, music production and/or the music business. To date, he has shared his knowledge, wisdom, and insight to thousands of students across the globe.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is an online course that allows you to learn at your own pace. You are able to start as soon as you register.
Not all. Some of our students are absolute beginners. These students tend to do very well in our program because they haven’t picked up a lot of bad audio engineering habits.
There is no age requirement to register for the Audio Engineering Blueprint.
In today’s music industry, there are a number of popular software programs that our students like to use. Our core training is the craft of Audio Engineering, which is the same regardless of the software program used. We provide project demonstrations in Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and FL Studio.
It is highly recommended that you, at least, have a computer and D.A.W. (i.e. recording software), as well as studio monitors or a decent pair of studio headphones. Equipment specs and recommendations are covered in the 2nd module of the program. So, if you're not sure about what to get, it will be addressed in the course.
No, this program consists of pre-recorded training videos, project files, quizzes, and software (D.A.W.) demonstrations. This way you are able to work at your own pace.
It is recommended that you pace yourself, watch all of the videos, complete the quizzes, and finish all assignments. In terms of course completion, 8-12 weeks is ideal for optimal retention, growth, and development in the craft of audio engineering.
The music industry is extremely competitive. We believe in our program so much that we know that you’ll be prepared when you complete the course.
There are no guarantees that companies will be hiring, or will hire you. But, you’ll be 10x more experienced, trained and prepared than you are today.
Samori Coles began his career more than 25 years ago as an independent artist and music producer. He built Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings, a Philadelphia-based recording studio and audio training facility, to provide other independents with the training, guidance, and mentorship that he wishes he had all those years ago.
He understands your unique needs. And he knows exactly what you need to accomplish your goals.
There is no fluff in The Audio Engineering Blueprint. You will get real-world training that will significantly develop your proficiency and skills as an audio engineer. We can guarantee this because we have been training music creators just like yourself for more than 20 years.
Our online program is the exact same curriculum taught in-studio at Lil' Drummaboy Recordings. The success rate of our graduates is second-to-none. This is the training that you have been looking for.
The 92% discount is a limited-time offer. There is no guarantee that it will be available for long.
No. The Audio Engineering Blueprint focuses on the craft of audio engineering. You will be trained to record, edit, mix, and master music and audio projects at a professional level.
Audio Engineers are the folks in the studio that handle the recording process. They make sure that the projects that they engineer have that major-label quality that is competitive with the music of other artists in the industry.
Audio Engineering is the process of recording, editing, mixing, and/or mastering audio projects.
Audio Engineers work in the music industry, film industry, radio, TV, podcasts, live sound, audio/visual departments in colleges and companies, etc. They are sonic anchors that ensure that any of the sound involved in any of these industries is of the highest quality.
While many of our students have a desire to either work in the music industry or achieve better sounding recordings in their home studios, there are many career options for audio engineers.
Audio Engineering is a trade similar to plumbing, audio mechanics, carpentry, etc. It’s a specific skillset that offers unique opportunities that many aspiring music creators aren’t aware of.
The Audio Engineering Blueprint is an online program.
A 30-day money back guarantee is available if you feel like the course does not provide you with useful information for your needs.
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