Black & Gold Audio

11/09/2024

It’s not too late to get the youngsters signed up to this new innovative Music Tech Performance Ensemble, if they play instruments, produce and are generally interested in tech then this is for them..it’s open doors all the time so please come on in.. Sunday Mornings at Hayle Academy - its the new religion don’t you know!

03/09/2024

New classroom in Falmouth up and running for 24/25.. great space, right above our studios now, no more building hops! Yippee:)

23/08/2024

Interested in how to record, edit and use Convolution Reverb..? Here you go...

If you are interested in recording and using your own reverbs in compositions and audio productions then this video is for you!! I demonstrate some of my own...

13/08/2024

Interesting poll results :)

24/07/2024

Quick DAW vocal processing tutorial for ASONE Hub..

06/07/2024

Soooo excited about this…

26/06/2024

We've recently launched 'Sampl'd', a FREE instrument network of like minded creators and users... if you are in the game and are happy to share your work with the wider world please come and get involved as we'd love to have you on board!

Walkthrough video on how to find, use and get involved in our new project 'Sampl'd' - GO TO: https://www.blackgoldaudio.co.uk/sampldSAMPLIST/CREATORSIf you c...

30/05/2024

All about microphones 🎤 this month for our ASONE Hub - some basic tips when choosing and using :)

08/04/2024

New tutorial shorts and music production recommendations for ASONE Hub.. so many more to come :)

12/03/2024

Another FREE taster session for the Bodmin/Newquay area coming up in the Easter break, an evening of exploration into the courses we deliver..Be quick, places are limited!

If you would like to Apply, Enrol or Enquire, please add the Course to your basket by clicking on the appropriate icon. (If there is more than one course, select the Course with the start date that suits you):

22/02/2024

Very proud of what has been achieved in the last year.. the kids are flying high! Long may it continue to build!

Music technology is often missing from the Key Stage 3 (KS3) curriculum, typically introduced at GCSE level. Based on feedback from local schools, ASONE Hub initiated a transformative project at Hayle Academy, led by Si Gordon from Black & Gold Audio, aimed at boosting teachers' confidence and elevating KS3 students to KS4 proficiency levels in music technology.

Over 13 weeks, students delved into the world of music technology and sound design, with a focus on using GarageBand and Logic. The results? Remarkable! Not only did students gain vital skills for KS4 music options, but they also saw increased GCSE uptake.

Now, Hayle Academy boasts a dedicated music technology suite, fostering a modern and dynamic learning environment. This initiative's legacy will continue to shape the future, nurturing a new generation of musically adept and music tech-savvy students.

Let us know your thoughts on the inclusion of music technology at KS3 level in the comments below or on the Hub Community Forum. 👇
ID: Case Study news bulletin with title 'Empowering Musical Futures With Technology: Removing Barriers For KS3 Students In Cornwall'.

17/02/2024

New FREE Sample Libraries.. I've recently just finished up building Crystal Tones, born out of a recent recording session with Ella Vida Coaching who wanted them recorded and made into a Logic X Sampler instrument for her SoundBath meditation workshops.

The original 'Sampler' and Kontakt 5 RAW instruments contain a combination of long drones and short hits with a felt mallet which sound amazing on their own, but my main aim was to always manipulate these samples further, so I set about running them through a series of guitar pedals including a Strymon Nightsky, Julia Chorus and Strymon Timeline. The result has created something even more etherial than the originals and I am really happy with the result... enjoy :)

ALL of these instruments are available via my Youtube channel links or website (blackgoldaudio.co.uk) for FREE. Also checkout the release on the amazing Pianobook :)

A short video on how I created a new Kontakt 5+ (and Logic X Sampler) instrument(s) out of and amazing set of Crystal Singing Bowls owned and played by a goo...

29/01/2024

If you don’t already know about this, then you should. If you value your sovereignty, sign this..

The World Health Organisation is not a democratically elected body and we are concerned about the powers WHO may be given over Sovereign Nations in the future.

02/01/2024

A quick tutorial from ourselves - Control your hardware patches in Logic Pro. Very Handy!

A tutorial on how to set up and use MIDI parameter changes in Logic Pro to control program / patch changes instead of using the MIDI / audio hardware device ...

20/12/2023

It's been a busy end to the year... Just managed to update the website this morning, check out some of our news :)

All about what's new and important in our audio post-production world.

20/12/2023

Amazingly fascinating tones…

Cornell staff finish the job with new technology but keep Moog's work in place.

04/12/2023

Out with the old in with the new... The digital desk in the control room has now departed after 23 years of use and has been replaced by ADAT expansion, SSL UF1 control, and Audient monitoring control...still arranging though, and getting used to the workflow :)

04/10/2023

Another FREE Kontakt 7 instrument from us for your composition pleasure as featured on pianobook.co.uk.. Enjoy!

Download links on the accompanying video walkthrough -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF4cBFRAO7U&t=1001s

A short video on how I created a new Kontakt 7 instrument out of a small bamboo pipe picked up whilst on a recent trip to to Tunisia. I have, sampled, run th...

23/07/2023

I've just built a new Kontakt 7 instrument out of my wife's toothbrush which is routed through my Moog 'GrandMother', sampled, and built into a useable instrument that you can all enjoy for FREE below.

Video -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q368QQtf8E

FREE Grandma's Toothbrush Kontakt 7 Instrument -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d7EGTSLlhpawd2PA-OiplKxJvLGYe7jN/view?usp=share_link

https://www.pianobook.co.uk/packs/grandmas-toothbrush

A short video on how I created a new Kontakt 7 instrument out of my wife's toothbrush which is routed through the Moog 'GrandMother', sampled, and built into...

22/07/2023

Just a few places left on our AHE Level 3 Diploma.. be quick!

28/05/2023

We've just finished up production on several sample packs and sampler instruments for BandLab, here's a short video on how the 'Foley Percussion' pack was constructed - available soon!

A tutorial on how I created our latest 'Foley Percussion' loop / sample pack for the mighty Bandlab industries. This one is a labour of love as we love recor...

02/05/2023

Baritone sampling for another instrument - deep!

27/04/2023

Horn Sampler Instruments… Bugle PT1

21/02/2023

Website News Updated... All about MODE (Music Tech Conference) and our annual short course on Sound & Music for Visual media!
https://www.blackgoldaudio.co.uk/news

All about what's new and important in our audio post-production world.

16/01/2023

Songwriting & production courses for the youngsters in the February HALF TERM - get them signed up :)
https://asoneperform.com/networks/events/104918

27/12/2022

Just created a new KONTAKT instrument for FREE.. check the tutorial and download via Youtube.. Enjoy :)

A tutorial on how I took an old Chord Organ, sampled and processed it through some guitar pedals to make a new modern-day 'Ice Organ' Kontakt instrument that...

29/11/2022

More toys to play with from the recent Asone Conference... I must say I am extremely impressed with Dubler 2 by Vochlea Music, game changer for voice to MIDI! Thanks guy's!

26/10/2022

Back home after a much needed service and repair!