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How to Build A Small Budget Recording Studio From Scratchby Michael Shea
McGraw-Hill 2002; US$ 24.95* 12 proven designs for building inexpensive, yet effective, audio studios. * Covers basic acoustic theory, construction materials, and applied design. * New chapters on blueprint reading and electrical wiring and grounding methods, expanded coverage of materials and construction methods more...
FL Studio Power!by Steve Pease
Course Technology PTR 2009; US$ 39.99Get ready to master the power of FL Studio with FL STUDIO POWER: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE! Due to its instant overview and loop-friendly appeal, musicians and producers are flocking to FL Studio (formerly FruityLoops) in droves. But many musicians and producers aren't aware of everything FL Studio has to offer, or how to maximize the program to its full potential. FL STUDIO POWER: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE! begins with a basic look at the program and then quickly moves into the software's more complicated features. It includes tips and tricks on the use of the program and displays clearly how new and advanced users can learn all its features. Everything from general setup, to MIDI implementation, to incorporating plug-ins, to using FL... more...
MIDI Power!by Robert Guérin
Course Technology PTR 2005; US$ 34.99From how MIDI works, to how to connect devices through it, to how it integrates into a computer environment, "MIDI Power!, Second Edition" is a comprehensive reference guide to MIDI. The book provides an in-depth look at MIDI, its messages, and protocols, and the information necessary to navigate it with ease. Learn when to use MIDI, how to edit MIDI, what technology uses MIDI, what software uses MIDI, and how MIDI is integrated into computers and what that implies for musicians, sound designers, and audio enthusiasts. "MIDI Power!, Second Edition" provides complete coverage of MIDI hardware and software, is suitable for both Mac and Windows platforms. more...
Mix Smartby Alex Case
Elsevier Science 2010; US$ 34.95After you've recorded the perfect song, you're only halfway there! Mixing is where the magic really happens and getting the perfect mix is a challenge. One of the most elusive arts of the recording practice, mixing can take a lifetime to master - this handbook jump-starts your skills and fast-forwards your progress! Breaking the mix down by different effects - EQ, distortion, compression, expansion, pitch shift, delay, reverb, and more - and applying them to some of the most important instruments in pop music, Mix Smart will arm you with the skills and techniques you need to tap into your musicality and express it through multitrack mixing, putting true professional quality mixing within your reach. *Future proof, ear-opening strategies... more...
Sams Teach Yourself Acid 3.0 in 24 Hours, Adobe Readerby Gary Rebholz; Michael Bryant
Sams Publishing 2006; US$ 23.99This is the eBook version of the printed book. Written by members of Sonic Foundry's Consulting and Training Group, Sams Teach Yourself ACID 3.0 in 24 Hours engages the reader with an easy-to-follow and friendly tone. The authors teach you how to apply all the features of ACID 3.0 as you work through dozens of hands-on tasks, step by step. You'll begin by creating a basic song. As the book progresses, you'll learn how to add pitch shifts, key changes, fades, effects, pans, fades, and more. Learn how to split and rearrange loops to expand your loop collection without limits. You'll also learn how to deliver your content in various ways. Learn how to publish and deliver your music over the Internet, and how to create your own CDs right... more...
The Music Business and Recording Industryby Geoffrey Hull
Routledge 2010; US$ 58.95The Recording Industry presents a brief but comprehensive examination of how records are made, marketed, and sold. The book opens with an overview of popular music and its place in American society, along with descriptions of key players in the recording industry. In the book's second part, the making of a recording is traced from production through marketing and retail sales. Finally, in Part III, legal issues, including copyright and problems of piracy, are addressed. The new edition takes into account the massive changes in the recording industry occurring today due to the revolution of music on the web. This new reality informs all parts of the second edition, from issues of production and distribution to legal issues. more...
Pro Tools All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummiesby Jeff Strong
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 29.99Shows musicians and home recording enthusiasts how to get up and running with Pro Tools, the leading software for professional music recording Features minibooks on recording basics, PC and recording hardware, MIDI, editing, mixing, mastering, synchronization, and advanced Pro Tools use Offers information on the hot-selling Digi002, Digi001, and Mbox packages for home recording buffs Provides more complete information than other books, including basic tips on the recording process Written by a professional musician who has been a touring and studio drummer as well as a sound and recording engineer more...
GarageBand For Dummiesby Bob LeVitus
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 24.99Get ready to rock with Apple's digital music recording studio Find out how to record, edit, mix, and master like a pro! Are you the next big thing in music - but the world just doesn't know it yet? Here's the guide that will help you create great-sounding recordings with GarageBand. Packed with useful information on setting up a digital studio, laying down tracks, working with loops, playing with MIDI and software instruments, and mixing tracks, the only thing this book doesn't provide you with is . . . a recording contract! The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: * Decide what gear... more...
WindowsXP Digital Music For Dummiesby Ryan C. Williams
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 21.99Now you can give new meaning to the description “High-performance computer!” And you can even choose the performers—Elvis or Elton, the Beatles or Beethoven, Eminem or Englebert, Pfish or Pavarotti. Your Windows XP is like a concert hall, and Windows XP Digital Music For Dummies is just the ticket to get you in and get you enjoying digital music. It will help you get in tune with the times with note-by-note information on: Setting up your computer to handle music Using Windows Media Player that’s part of the XP package Making your computer the centerpiece of your music collection Shopping for and downloading music from Napster, iTunes, Rhapsody, and more internet sites Selecting the hardware, software, and audio tools... more...
iPod & iTunes For Dummiesby Tony Bove; Cheryl Rhodes
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 21.99The iPod, Apple's breakthrough MP3 music player, boasts a contact list, calendar, alarm clock, notes reader, and a handful of games In its first year, iTunes has sold more than 70 million songs; since hitting the market in November 2001, the iPod has sold more than 3 million units This updated edition covers cool new third-party accessories, new iTunes features, iPod functions, troubleshooting, and more Covers naming an iPod, setting preferences, connecting and sharing an iPod, organizing a digital jukebox, playing music, copying files, burning an audio CD, searching for and downloading songs from the music store, and much more Updated and revised to include coverage on both the Windows and Mac Platforms more...