Hear Me Now? with Coflo
EARLY100
Course Description:
This course is designed to help producers take their tracks from “almost there” to fully finished. Focusing on the fundamentals of post-production, students will build a clear, practical methodology for shaping the details that make a mix truly shine.
We'll break down essential concepts like frequency masking, subtractive EQ, multiband and sidechain compression, stereo imaging, gain staging, parallel processing, saturation, limiting, always through the lens of how these tools apply specifically to finishing music for clubs, festivals, and real-world sound systems.
Through hands-on sessions, collaborative listening, project feedback, and in-depth analysis of real mixes, students will develop both their technical instincts and creative decision-making. The goal? To confidently finalize tracks that translate with power, clarity, and vibe—without sacrificing artistic intent just to be “technically right.”
Think of this course as a sonic workout. There’s no magic button, just consistent reps that sharpen your ear, expand your vocabulary, and train your instincts. These methods are here to help you develop both technically and creatively, giving you the tools to express your musical ideas with more impact and intention. As your understanding deepens, so will your ability to ask the right questions, find the right solutions, and make the right moves in your mix.
Duration:
6 Weeks
Dates and Times:
Live sessions for this course will meet online via Zoom every Sunday 3:00PM to 5:00PM EST. Starting March 1st to April 5th, 2026.
Schedules are subject to change. Changes to the schedule will be communicated to students in a timely manner by the instructor or one of UMA’s team members.
Office Hours:
Additional live sessions are available to students for individual guidance and to address questions or concerns.
On Demand:
Registered students will have access to this course throughout its six-week duration and for an additional six weeks following completion.
Learning Outcomes:
Creating Balance and Space
Creating Consistency
Creating Power and Feeling
Listening and Finalizing
Course Level:
Intermediate / Professional
Experience Requirements:
This course will be taught in Logic but the information applies to the DAW of your choice. Students should already have a fundamental working knowledge of their DAW and understand fundamental language / vocabulary as it pertains to using a DAW. They do not need to be advanced users or producers. If a student has enough working knowledge of their DAW to be able to ask questions through “Google” or “Chat GPT” and understands the language used in the answer, then they will grow from this course. Students with more advanced understanding of post production methods for music can still find benefit from this course; but the aim of this course is to target students that are making music and want the next steps/exercises to shape their songs into something that will work in a club environment.
Software, Equipment needed:
Equipment: Computer, near field monitors & or Headphones.
Software/plugins needed:
DAW (i.e. Logic, Ableton etc.).
Multi-band EQ with Spectrum Analyzer (All modern DAWs come with this).
Multiband Compressor with sidechain capabilities (This one is free, not a compressor but dynamic EQ, and gives similar behaviors: https://www.tokyodawn.net/tdr-nova/).
Glue Compressor (Wide-single band compressor; Most DAWs have this built in).
Saturator/Excitor (Most DAWs have them included).
Correlation Meter (Phase correlation; Most DAWs have one included. This one is free: https://www.izotope.com/en/products/ozone-imager.html).
Image/Stereo Widener/Stereo Width Controller (Most DAWs have one of these included).
Utility tool with Mono/Stereo switch (Most DAWs have one included).
Stable internet connection for Zoom Sessions.
Instructor:
Coflo
Instructor Bio:
Coflo blends house music with decades of dance and Capoeira experience, creating tracks that move the body and soul. His productions appear on labels like Yoruba Records, Ocha Records, and Sacred Medicine, earning multiple #1 singles.
Course Description:
This course is designed to help producers take their tracks from “almost there” to fully finished. Focusing on the fundamentals of post-production, students will build a clear, practical methodology for shaping the details that make a mix truly shine.
We'll break down essential concepts like frequency masking, subtractive EQ, multiband and sidechain compression, stereo imaging, gain staging, parallel processing, saturation, limiting, always through the lens of how these tools apply specifically to finishing music for clubs, festivals, and real-world sound systems.
Through hands-on sessions, collaborative listening, project feedback, and in-depth analysis of real mixes, students will develop both their technical instincts and creative decision-making. The goal? To confidently finalize tracks that translate with power, clarity, and vibe—without sacrificing artistic intent just to be “technically right.”
Think of this course as a sonic workout. There’s no magic button, just consistent reps that sharpen your ear, expand your vocabulary, and train your instincts. These methods are here to help you develop both technically and creatively, giving you the tools to express your musical ideas with more impact and intention. As your understanding deepens, so will your ability to ask the right questions, find the right solutions, and make the right moves in your mix.
Duration:
6 Weeks
Dates and Times:
Live sessions for this course will meet online via Zoom every Sunday 3:00PM to 5:00PM EST. Starting March 1st to April 5th, 2026.
Schedules are subject to change. Changes to the schedule will be communicated to students in a timely manner by the instructor or one of UMA’s team members.
Office Hours:
Additional live sessions are available to students for individual guidance and to address questions or concerns.
On Demand:
Registered students will have access to this course throughout its six-week duration and for an additional six weeks following completion.
Learning Outcomes:
Creating Balance and Space
Creating Consistency
Creating Power and Feeling
Listening and Finalizing
Course Level:
Intermediate / Professional
Experience Requirements:
This course will be taught in Logic but the information applies to the DAW of your choice. Students should already have a fundamental working knowledge of their DAW and understand fundamental language / vocabulary as it pertains to using a DAW. They do not need to be advanced users or producers. If a student has enough working knowledge of their DAW to be able to ask questions through “Google” or “Chat GPT” and understands the language used in the answer, then they will grow from this course. Students with more advanced understanding of post production methods for music can still find benefit from this course; but the aim of this course is to target students that are making music and want the next steps/exercises to shape their songs into something that will work in a club environment.
Software, Equipment needed:
Equipment: Computer, near field monitors & or Headphones.
Software/plugins needed:
DAW (i.e. Logic, Ableton etc.).
Multi-band EQ with Spectrum Analyzer (All modern DAWs come with this).
Multiband Compressor with sidechain capabilities (This one is free, not a compressor but dynamic EQ, and gives similar behaviors: https://www.tokyodawn.net/tdr-nova/).
Glue Compressor (Wide-single band compressor; Most DAWs have this built in).
Saturator/Excitor (Most DAWs have them included).
Correlation Meter (Phase correlation; Most DAWs have one included. This one is free: https://www.izotope.com/en/products/ozone-imager.html).
Image/Stereo Widener/Stereo Width Controller (Most DAWs have one of these included).
Utility tool with Mono/Stereo switch (Most DAWs have one included).
Stable internet connection for Zoom Sessions.
Instructor:
Coflo
Instructor Bio:
Coflo blends house music with decades of dance and Capoeira experience, creating tracks that move the body and soul. His productions appear on labels like Yoruba Records, Ocha Records, and Sacred Medicine, earning multiple #1 singles.
UMA Cancellation & Refund Policy
Enrollment & Payment
Enrollment is confirmed once payment is received. By registering for a course, workshop, or program, students agree to this cancellation and refund policy.
Course Refund Policy (Live Online Classes)
1. Partial Refund (A): A partial refund of 70% is available if the refund request is offered to those who submit a request 5 days before the course's designated start date.
2. Partial Refund (B): A partial refund of 40% is available if the refund request is initiated within 5 days after the course start date.
3. Refunds: No refunds will be issued after 5 days from the designated start date of the course.
4. Course Cancellation: If the course is canceled by the school, a pro- rated refund will be issued for classes that have not transpired.