World-class audio training from a multi-platinum mix engineer and NYU Abu Dhabi professor — mixing, recording, plugins, post-production, and more.
"Professional audio knowledge, structured for real-world results." — Matteo Marciano
Hand-picked by Matteo as the best entry points into the curriculum.
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Six curriculum tracks covering every dimension of professional audio. Click any category to jump straight to those tutorials.
Every tutorial is built around how professionals actually work — not textbook theory, but session-tested technique.
Drawn from platinum records, major film soundtracks, and two decades of professional studio sessions worldwide.
From total beginners to working engineers — the curriculum is structured to meet you exactly where you are.
Deadlines, clients, and budgets are real. This training reflects the reality of a professional audio career from day one.
Matteo Marciano is a multi-platinum mix engineer whose work spans triple-platinum pop hits, major Hollywood productions, and the global concert stage. With over two decades of experience in world-class studios and lecture halls, he bridges the gap between professional craft and structured education.
As Professor of Music Technology at NYU Abu Dhabi, Matteo brings the same rigour that shaped his Grammy-associated career into a curriculum built for the next generation of audio professionals.
"Audio is a craft. It rewards patience, curiosity, and structured knowledge. Audio Know How exists to give every serious student direct access to that knowledge — wherever they are in the world."
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Free tools, templates, and reference guides to use in your own sessions. More added regularly — subscribe below to be notified.
A fully routed Pro Tools mixing template with pre-configured buses, VCA masters, and aux channels — ready to load for any session.
⬇ Download TemplateA one-page quick-reference for recording levels, target dBFS values, and gain structure — print it and keep it in your studio.
⬇ Download PDFEvery key frequency range for vocals, drums, bass, guitars, and keys — with common problem areas and enhancement zones marked.
⬇ Download PDFMatteo's recommended starting settings for vocal compression, EQ, and saturation — for pop, rap, and dialogue, with Waves plugin references.
⏳ Coming SoonA structured set of listening exercises to train your ears — frequency identification, dynamic awareness, and stereo imaging practice.
⏳ Coming SoonPlatform-by-platform loudness targets, true peak limits, and format recommendations for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and more.
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