Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics

Rochester connects the mathematics of sound with the electronics used to reproduce and modify it. Circuit analysis and AC signals lead into loudspeaker design, guitar pickups and amplifier examples. It suits learners interested in an audio application of electronics rather than a course about using music-production software.

What you will learn

• Connect acoustic concepts with electrical signals.
• Analyze circuits used in audio systems.
• Explore loudspeaker, pickup and amplifier behavior.

Who this suits

Learners ready for intermediate audio and circuit concepts; preview the mathematical and practical requirements.

Before you enroll

Review the mathematical preparation and any equipment requirements before enrolling. Use a circuit simulator or a supervised low-voltage learning kit for practice. Work involving mains electricity, high-current systems or stored energy requires appropriate training and supervision; an online completion certificate does not establish professional electrical competence.

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Put it into practice

Compare the frequency response of two low-voltage audio circuits in simulation and explain how their component choices affect the result.

Source and review

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