Tutorials

A Definition of Sound Design
Click here to read a definition of the process of theatrical sound design, broken down into the categories of interpretation, research, composition, and execution (outside link.)

Listening to and Describing Sound
Click here to review points concerning listening and a list of adjectives for describing what you hear.

Reaper Tutorials
Click here for short, easy to understand tutorials covering how to use the Reaper DAW.

Manipulating the "Controllabe Qualites" in Digital Audio Workstation Software
Click here for an outline highlighting ways to control sound with a DAW.

Digital Performer Shortcuts
Click here to view an outline showing the major commands and shortcuts in Digital Performer.

Using the Aux Track as a Reverb Send or Bus
Learn three ways to bus audio in Digital Performer by clicking here.

Finalizing Projects in Digital Performer
This is a description of how to combine multiple audio tracks into one track with MOTU's Digital Performer...

"Boom Box" Surround
Click here to read a description of a way to create surround sound without expensive equipment .