AES Show 2024 NY

We are excited to present an educational workshop centered around the creation of custom audio plugins in Matlab. This hands-on session is designed for both students and educators on the endless possibilities of plugin development, while also encouraging participation in AES student competitions and fostering increased membership.

The workshop, titled “The Plugin Kitchen: Coding a custom effect and putting it in the mix” will offer a unique blend of real-time coding and practical application. Participants will be guided through the process of developing a comprehensive channel strip plugin, incorporating an EQ, a compressor, and a reverb effect.

Our session will begin with an introduction to audio plugins and their importance in modern music production. We will then dive into the hands-on coding segments:

1. Multi-band Parametric EQ:
Participants will learn to implement a parametric EQ, implementing multiple bands and adjusting parameters such as frequency and gain.

2. Compressor:
We will use Matlab’s built-in functions to create a compressor, covering essential concepts like threshold, ratio, attack, and release times. Attendees will see the immediate impact of these parameters on audio dynamics.

3. Reverb:
The final coding segment will focus on adding a reverb effect, including experimenting with decay time and pre-delay.

The workshop will culminate in a live demonstration by renowned engineer Paul Womack, showcasing the practical application of the developed plugin in a mixing session. This will illustrate the real-world benefits and versatility of the plugin, inspiring participants to explore further and engage with AES competitions.

Throughout the session, we emphasize interaction and practical application, ensuring that participants leave with both theoretical knowledge and a functional plugin they can continue to develop. Join us to unlock the potential of Matlab for audio plugin development and take a step towards innovative audio engineering.