Analog Heaven is an experimental sound class that looks at the history, theory, and techniques behind using electricity to make sound. We will be working with technologies ranging from simple analog circuits to professional-quality synthesizers, as well as digital systems inspired by – or designed in contrast to – these circuits. Along the way we will talk about the ways in which these devices are used to make music across the globe. Students will make a lot of sounds as well as design simple physical circuits, microcontroller interfaces, and digital software using Max/MSP, as well as doing design research into historical music-making and recording technology. Some experience working with sound and knowledge of digital audio recording and editing is strongly recommended for this course.