Short Course in Spatial Audio
In this 3 day-course, we will explore spatial audio at an introductory level. It is aimed at those who want to explore the tools available for creating sound pieces, primarily for binaural headphone listening, but also with the potential for presentation through larger speaker systems. We will use free, openly available software so that participants can continue developing their work independently after the course.
This course is a skills development initiative that IAC is testing to develop the course set-up.
Start date/end date: 3–5 November 2025. Lunch is included.
Course mode: Full-time, 3 days, from 9:00-16:00 (18 hours). On-site.
Prerequisites:
Applicants should have experience in audio recording and be proficient in working with a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). The demonstrations during the course are primarily conducted in Reaper.
All participants must provide their own computer.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explore and experiment with spatial audio formats in a mixing process.
- Apply strategies to create a balanced mix with spatial audio that align with a conceptual or aesthetic vision.
- Gain knowledge in working with various Spatial audio plugins.
Course Content:
- Basic theory and history of Spatial Audio
- Overview of different spatial audio formats
- Producing and mixing recordings/samples binaurally in headphones
- Exporting mix/master for multi-speaker setup and/or headphones.
Course Implementation:
In groups and individual work. The teaching consists of four different parts: Theory, producing/mix, Presentation, and Evaluation. The course requires independent planning and execution of artistic and project-based work.
Duration:
Theory and demonstrations: half day
Producing/mixing materials: 2 days individual work with supervision
Presentation, discussion and evaluation: half day
Location: Inter Arts Center, 4th floor, Bergsgatan 29, 214 22 Malmö
Teaching language: English
REGISTRATION
Deadline for registration: 10 June 2025
Registration: Register for the course via the following link.
Motivation: Please describe in your registration why you would like to attend the course and what you expect to get out of it. Course participants are obliged to take part in the course evaluation after completing the course. The course is free of charge.
Contact: info [at] iac [dot] lu [dot] se (info[at]iac[dot]lu[dot]se), phone: +46 (0) 40 32 57 57
Instructor biography
Jonas Jönsson is a sound engineer and music producer based in Malmö. He has been employed at IAC since 2018 and has developed a growing interest in spatial audio during this time. At IAC, Jonas has supervised and planned the technical setup for many different spatial audio projects. He closely follows technological developments in the field and ensures that IAC's equipment is kept up to date with the appropriate hardware and software to support advanced spatial audio work.
In addition to his work at IAC, Jonas has been freelancing as a live sound engineer and music producer since 2013. Over the years, he has built broad expertise in recording, mixing, and mastering.
Registration: Short Course in Spatial Audio
Please register for the course via the following link. Deadline for registration: 10 June 2025
Expression of interest – Short course in Spatial Audio
If the dates (3–5 November 2025) do not suit you, please let us know which dates you prefer during the semester. Please indicate your preferences in the "Expression of Interest".