Choosing the right ear training for music audio production isn't like buying a plug-in. You can't tell from the screen whether the exercises will actually sharpen your listening. Dave Moulton's Golden Ears makes a specific promise: develop the critical listening skills you need to make better recordings.
Quick verdict If you're looking for a structured, listen-and-repeat ear training course, this is a solid fit. It comes as a CD, with English-language audio exercises for musicians, engineers, and producers. At $139.95, it's an investment, and the condition is Like New.
Who it suits This is for anyone actively mixing, recording, or producing music who wants guided ear training. It's also useful for musicians who need to describe what they're hearing to an engineer. The exercises reward people who like to sit with their speakers and work through examples in order.
What stands out from the listed details The course is authored by Dave Moulton, and the content is built around the Golden Ears approach. It's an audio file set that teaches you to discern, measure, analyze, and express the physical qualities of musical sounds. That's practical material for anyone who wants to make better recordings.
Meaningful trade-offs The main trade-off is the delivery format. A CD course means you need a way to play discs and a quiet listening space to work through the material. The training also depends on consistent practice; buying the set doesn't build the skill. It's a disciplined method, not a quick fix.
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Golden Ears Audio Ear Training Course
A strong reason to choose this course is that it's a complete, authored curriculum aimed at making you better at hearing and describing musical sound. The limitation is the price: at $139.95, it's an investment for a focused training set.
Bottom line If you want a focused ear training course for music production and you can work with the delivery format, Dave Moulton's Golden Ears delivers a clear path. It's not a substitute for mixing practice, but it gives you a structured way to build the listening skills that make mixing practice stick.
