Audio Production Level 2 - EQ (Equalizer)

It seems you've provided a comprehensive outline for a lecture on audio equalization (EQ) techniques, specifically tailored for Pro Tools and its suite of plug-ins. This lecture appears to cover both the theoretical and practical aspects of EQ, including visual EQs like the Bell EQ, the ColourEQ, and spectral editing with plugins like SSQ, as well as the importance of ear training in the EQing process.

Here's a breakdown of what you can expect from each section based on your outline:

1. Introduction to EQ (Lecture 4):

   • Basics of what an EQ is and its role in audio production.
   • How to alter the tone of the audio with careful microphone placement and listening to the effects.
   • Combining different microphones to achieve desired results.

2. Section 1: Types of EQs (Lectures 5-7):

   • Detailed exploration of "Sweet spots" using the Bell EQ.
   • Understanding the ColourEQ and its functions, including pros and cons.
   • Microphone placement and its effect on tone.
   • Frequency masking and how it affects sound perception.

3. Section 2: EQ by Microphone Placement (Lectures 8-9):

   • Visualizing different instruments playing the same note and understanding panning options, pitch shift options, and their effects on the track.
   • Frequency juggling to make instruments blend better together.

4. Section 3: EQing by Microphone Placement (Lectures 10-12):

   • Introduction to frequency masking using two audio files and two plug-ins.
   • Boosts and filters within the context of a small mix, and how to use them effectively.
   • Frequency juggling in the context of kick and bass tracks with visualization tools like the spectrum analyzer.

5. Section 4: Frequency Juggling (Lectures 13-14):

   • Exploring frequency masking and its application.
   • Discussing why we use frequency juggling and when it might not be desired.
   • Using EQ to enhance and fix issues in audio tracks.

6. Section 5: Spectral Editing (Lecture 15):

   • An introduction to spectral editing with the SSQ plug-in.
   • Demonstrating how to fix and enhance audio using spectral editing techniques.

7. Section 6: EQ-ing With Your Ears (Lectures 16-18):

   • Emphasizing the importance of ear training over visual aids.
   • Hands-on exercises with a single track and then mixing multiple tracks using only EQ.
   • Tips on achieving balance in a mix by carefully considering each element's frequency range and how it interacts with others.

Throughout these lectures, the emphasis is on understanding both the technical aspects of EQing (such as how to use specific plug-ins) and the more nuanced aspects of sound perception that come with trained ears. The goal is to enable producers and engineers to make informed decisions when equalizing their tracks for a better mixdown.