It is quite important for developing audio engineers to have an understanding of component based signal flow. Much of the equipment we use in studio or on stage sits at the very cutting edge of modern electronics technology. This is why, we think its is imperative for fledgling audio professionals to gain experience in the fantastic field of electrical engineering and audio device construction. You will be amazed what you can build from Read more »
Our student diary article this time round is about Karien Barnard and Sage Booker, two of our recent graduates who got the opportunity to work on a production at the Maynardville open air theatre. The Maynardville Open-Air Theatre is situated in Maynardville Park, Wynberg. The spectacular green wooded park has earned it the repution for is one of the best-loved outdoor theatre venues in the Cape Region. It offers Read more »
The Higher Certificate in Sound Technology is a 1-year certificate course that gives a great introduction to the craft of Sound Engineering through theory lectures and practical hands on training. The exit level outcomes of this course is designed to ensure a competence level that will create opportunities for internships in the workplace, entry-level employment possibilities and progression to further higher educational studies. Read more »
Check it out! Our brand new promo video. Special thanks to Dan Mace at If not why not media for directing and editing the video. Bring in the you tube hits!!
The following article was written by Cape Audio College second year student Warren Fisher and is an excerpt from his and Michael Clarks experiences as independent live sound engineers on one of his very first events. Live sound is a hugely buoyant part of the sound industry with many employment opportunities. It is great to see some of our students getting involved and going out and doing it for themselves, and as an institution that supports and guides after a student has finished studying, we were more than happy to let the guys test out our new JBL rig.
It all started while the college was on a week long break, when Michael Clarke and I were contacted again by the event organizers of the collaborative YOH! Parties. The theme for this one was “Early Halloween”. Having organised a smaller live rig for one of their events a few weeks prier, we knew this Read more »
Open day is here once again! If you havent had a chance to come on down and have a look for yourself then this is your opportunity. The tours will begin at 10am with a talk from our very own head of institution Mr. Rae de Jager who will be answering questions relating to the college, audio training in general and employment opportunities within South Africa. Everyone is welcome so pull in and be blown away with the Cape Audio College experience. Read more »
if you are currently studying any media related field, Integration with outside universities and students studying related qualifications is of vital importance. Audio engineering encroaches into many industries other than the music business which is why it is important for students studying sound to get exposure to any and every niche that has potential for employment. Recently some of our second year students got some well deserved experience in the film industry, working on set with students studying film at the University of Cape Town. Valuable experience was gained with “real world” exposure to the workings of a film set. Location recording is no easy task, if world class results are needed, a working engineer has to be on the ball. Read more »
And we have a winner! Over the past 3 months, CapeAudioForum.com (Our own technical forum) has been running a competition giving away an amazing microphone bundle from MXL microphones. This amazing prize was handed over to the student that showed the most active interest in the forum and was judged by quality of posts as well as involvement with other conversations. The most active member during this period was none other than Read more »
The event has kicked off with representatives from S.E.G.M.A demonstrating some fantastic new units from AVID, the makers of Pro Tools digital audio workstation software and Hardware. First up Maldwyn Greenwood (SEGMA CEO) gave some of Cape Towns local dealers a hands on demo of the new D-Command ES controller, C|24 control surface as well as the smaller Artist Control surface. These units represent the very cutting edge of DAW technology worldwide and have been fitted in some of the largest studio facilities in the world. Some of the biggest budget hollywood studios have Read more »
Events, News, Student Spotlight | Richard Harriman April 12, 2013 | 
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