REC · Studio Design · 3-month course
Studio Design & Creative Workspace
Build the studio you actually need.
About the course
Build the studio you actually need.
A practical studio-planning course focused on intelligent decisions: acoustics, monitoring, conversion, signal flow, ergonomics, workflow, budget and creative environment. It tackles one of the biggest beginner problems — buying unnecessary gear before understanding the real bottleneck.
Who is it for
Home-studio owners, producers, engineers and musicians planning or upgrading a room.
3
Months
12
2-hour sessions
24 h
Face to face
1:1
Student and instructor
Studio 43, Sofia€1,890Aleksandar IlievFinal Project + certificate
Curriculum
12 weeks. Step by step.
Laid out like a DAW session — three regions of four weeks. The structure is clear, while the pace and examples are tuned to you and your projects.
Month 1 · Weeks 1–4
The foundation
W01
Define Your Studio
Goals, workflow, room, budget and equipment priorities.
W02
Room Acoustics
Reflections, room modes, RT60, symmetry and listening position.
W03
Acoustic Treatment
Broadband absorption, bass control, reflection points, diffusion and common mistakes.
W04
Monitoring
Nearfield/midfield, speaker size, subwoofers, placement and calibration.
Month 2 · Weeks 5–8
Development
W05
Interfaces & Conversion
AD/DA, I/O, latency, clocking, expandability and when conversion matters.
W06
Signal Flow
Inputs, outputs, sends, returns, inserts and studio routing.
W07
Routing & Patchbays
Normalled/half-normalled, flexibility and external hardware.
W08
Hardware vs Software
Evaluating synths, processors, controllers and plugins by need rather than hype.
Month 3 · Weeks 9–12
Finish
W09
Workflow & Ergonomics
Desk, screens, racks, synthesizer access, cables, comfort and speed.
W10
Creative Environment
Lighting, furniture, visual simplicity, atmosphere and inspiration.
W11
Upgrade Strategy
What to buy next, what not to buy and a 1–2 year roadmap.
W12
Final Studio Design
Create a complete personalised studio plan.
Outcome
What you will achieve
- Understand the room before buying equipment.
- Choose monitors, interfaces and hardware based on actual needs.
- Plan signal flow and routing cleanly.
- Avoid expensive buying mistakes.
- Create a workspace that improves creativity and productivity.
Final Project
Deliver a complete studio blueprint: room layout, acoustic concept, monitoring position, equipment priorities, signal-flow plan, workstation design and upgrade roadmap.
The certificate is issued only after completing the full 3-month program and successfully submitting the Final Project.
Price & payment
Clear price. Flexible payment.
24 hours of one-to-one work at Studio 43. Installments are a payment plan for one complete course — not three separate months.
Standard price
€1,890
The full price of the course.
Upfront · −5%
€1,795
Pay for the whole course upfront and save.
3 monthly installments
€630 × 3
The first installment is due before the start, the rest follow the schedule.
Your instructor
Aleksandar Iliev
Founder & Lead Instructor
More than 20 years of experience in music production, audio technology and the international music industry. He studied at Point Blank Music School in London, worked with Enhanced Music and since 2018 has been Head of Support at Antelope Audio — a role that requires deep understanding of conversion, clocking, monitoring and hybrid studio systems.
FAQ
Before you start
Do I need previous experience?
No. The course is for anyone planning or upgrading a studio — from home producers to engineers.
Can I work on my own music?
Yes. Personal projects are central to the one-to-one model — bring your ideas and tracks.
What happens if I miss a session?
Sessions cancelled in time can be rescheduled subject to instructor and studio availability. Exact terms are agreed at enrollment.
How do I receive the certificate?
After you complete the full program and successfully submit the Final Project.
Free consultation · 20 minutes
We don’t sell you the longest course. We help you choose the right one.
A short personal conversation where we learn your level, DAW, musical direction and goals — and recommend the right course or format.