Clatsop County · Winter 2026
Live Audio Recording Clinic
A free, instructor-led clinic for musicians, podcasters, and audio enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Fractus non Fragis — Never Give Up
About the clinic
Learn to record. Together.
The Clatsop Audio Recording Clinic is a free, community-run event organised by Columbia Audio Sound Technologies, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Over four days, participants work alongside experienced instructors on real recording sessions using professional-grade equipment and software. No experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Non-profit
Community-supported audio education
The clinic is organised and funded by Columbia Audio Sound Technologies, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. Attendance is free. Tax-deductible donations help cover equipment, venue, and materials.
501(c)(3) Non-Profit
Columbia Audio Sound Technologies
Donations are tax-deductible and go directly toward clinic operations, equipment, and community outreach.
Gear & software
Professional tools. Real sessions.
Clinic sessions use industry-standard equipment and software so you learn on the same tools used in professional studios.
Instruments & Amplification
Fender
DAW & Recording
PreSonus Studio One Pro
Post-Production
DaVinci Resolve Studio
Performance & Production
Ableton Push
Control Surface
Fender Atom
Electronic Percussion
Drum Triggers
System Processing
dbx DriveRack
Sessions
What you'll cover
Signal Chain & Gain Staging
Trace the signal from microphone to monitor. Understand gain structure, headroom, and noise floor.
Microphone Technique
Placement, polar patterns, and proximity effect. Capture the source before you reach for a plugin.
Live Mixing with PreSonus
Hands-on with the StudioLive 64S. Routing, aux sends, monitor mixes, and scene recall.
DAW Recording & Editing
Multi-track recording in Studio One Pro. Comping, editing, and session organisation.
Ready to record?
Spots are limited to 12 participants. Register free and secure your place.