CUASOU317 — Record and mix basic music demos

1 Prepare to record music demos

• 1.1Confirm purpose of music demo in consultation with required personnel
• 1.2Contribute to development of an appropriate recording plan
• 1.3Agree on method of and format for final recording

2 Record performers

• 2.1Position performers, instruments and equipment for optimum sound quality
• 2.2Check equipment is installed safely and aligned according to recording requirements
• 2.3Confirm microphones are operational before and during recording
• 2.4Route test signals to correct signal path and check level of test signal is correct
• 2.5Create a headphone mix for performers
• 2.6Capture sound sources according to agreed recording method

3 Mix sound sources

• 3.1Mix and balance sound sources to achieve required effect according to demo requirements
• 3.2Produce accurate transitions between sounds to achieve required effect
• 3.3Apply effects and signal processing as required according to demo requirements
• 3.4Monitor levels according to safe work practices
• 3.5Assess the quality of each recorded track and evaluate overall mix against the purpose of the music demo
• 3.6Confirm level of mix is within technical limits and required dynamic range

4 Finalise music demo

• 4.1Assess mix on speakers that are appropriate to end use of music demo
• 4.2Listen to overall mix with required personnel and agree on any required adjustments according to demo requirements
• 4.3Produce a master that incorporates any adjustments and a backup copy in the agreed format according to demo requirements
• 4.4Complete recording documentation as required according to demo requirements
• 4.5Clean and restore recording location to pre-use condition

What does an assessment tool for CUASOU317 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUASOU317 needs to address all 32 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 5 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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