About Us – AES Academy

Yes, we really can.

We are setting the stage for prospective engineers to practice with cutting edge technology, gain comprehensive knowledge and have professional experiences in audio engineering. Together, we will elevate the industry with innovators, forward thinkers and most importantly hardworkers.

Augustine Edward

I was 12 years old when my brother, Stanley brought home a pair of loudspeakers. As the speaker cones vibrated, my whole world shifted. I discovered a new world for me to explore, and that was audio. From that, I made it my mission to share the gift of quality audio to everyone.

Since then, I have travelled all over the world, setting up for artists internationally. When I came back home to Malaysia, I realized that audio engineering here is so far behind. Here, most of the guys I have spoken to were never given the opportunity to understand the nuances of audio or experience top of the line technology. I wanted to change that.

So I came back home with a purpose. That is to improve the standards of audio engineering in Malaysia. I wanted to give back to my countrymen by sharing the knowledge I have garnered over the years and expose them to cutting edge technology. Making this the genesis of the AES Academy.

The Team

Sunil Kumar

TRAINER

Dr. Hairul Hasnan

TRAINER

Ashwin Gobinath

TRAINER

Dr Hairul Hasnan

Dr. Hairul Hasnan is a distinguished educator and accomplished music professional, holding a doctorate degree in Music and a master’s degree in Music Production from the University of York, a prestigious institution in the UK. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics with Electronics, before he pursued his passion for music with a subsequent Bachelor’s degree in Music.

With a diverse background, Dr. Hasnan embarked on a rich career path, starting as a full-time musician at RTM, stationed in Johor Bahru. During his tenure, he actively participated in numerous recording sessions in studios and delivered captivating live performances with the RTM combo.

As a seasoned music producer, Dr. Hasnan boasts an impressive portfolio of studio recordings, including the recent release of a 10-song album for Reening Lau, generously funded by Cendana. He has also lent his production expertise to the debut EP of TitikDinginDamai titled “Belumkata”, both of which are available for streaming on various digital platforms. His proficiency lies in pop and rock music, with a specialization in drums for both recording and live performances. Presently, Dr. Hasnan is deeply involved in the Malaysian indie scene, nurturing emerging talents such as We Are Avalanche and Laras dari Rasian.

Beyond his creative endeavors, Dr. Hasnan actively engages in professional development initiatives. He has conducted numerous music production workshops, including sessions at Lembaga Kebudayaan Sabah, Radio Televisyen Malaysia, and several private companies. Additionally, he serves as the Secretary for the Audio Engineering Society (AES) Malaysia.

Dr. Hasnan’s contributions extend to scholarly pursuits as well. He authored the first Malay-language book on music production, titled “Asas Rakaman dan Produksi Muzik”, a pioneering work in the field. Furthermore, his research on Nonlinear Mixing Systems, conducted during his tenure at the University of York, was presented at prestigious events such as the AES Convention 2019 in Dublin and the Art of Recording Conference at Berklee College of Music.

Currently, Dr. Hasnan serves as a Senior Lecturer, imparting his expertise in audio engineering and music production at the esteemed University of Malaya.