Author › Alex U. Case
Alex U. Case has dedicated his professional life to the study of aesthetics, perception, signal processing, electro-acoustics, and room acoustics for the creation and enjoyment of recorded music–from the creator to the listener, and everything in between. An associate professor of sound recording technology, Case leads classes, sessions, and research with undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. An active member of the Audio Engineering Society and a fellow of the Acoustical Society of America, Case has published more 100 articles and is the author of two best-selling titles in their field, both on Focal Press: Sound FX – Unlocking the Creative Potential of Recording Studio Effects, and Mix Smart – Pro Audio Tips for Your Multitrack Mix. With degrees in mechanical engineering, music, and acoustics, Professor Case lives and works at the intersection of art and science. Drop by and join in on the conversation on audio at recordingology.com.
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Explains one of the most essential ingredients in audio mixing, reverb—the time it takes for sound to bounce, echo, and decay during a live performance or recording.
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The fundamentals of delay and modulation effects and how to apply these effects, technically and creatively, to improve the sound of a mix.
