Covers a lot of stuff
I’ve been using this book for a couple of weeks now and it’s totally got me
excited about doing music on my computer again. I know a bit about some of
the programs covered in the book (Logic, Reason, Garageband) already, but
it gave me more of an idea of how to use those programs more effectively.
It also gave me the opportunity to learn about other programs I have been
wanting to use. Plus there’s just a ton of information about the different
software and plugins that are available, some really cool stuff (especially
the free stuff). There’s also sections that provide “real world scenarios”
that I found immensely helpful. These sections gave me ideas of how to use
the tools in new ways. The DVD that comes with the book has some great
stuff too, freeware, loops, plugins, etc. Super cool.
Overall it has a wealth of information that is relevant to beginners as
well as people like me who already have some knowledge of Mac music
production. The book is laid out really well and the writing is engaging
and well thought out. I can’t say enough good stuff about it. I’m sure I
will go back to it frequently. Good stuff! — Amazon.com Customer Review
From the Back Cover
Create and Produce Music with Mac OS X
In today′s digital studio, audio engineers blend loops, effects, and many other tools from multiple programs. This comprehensive guide shows you how to integrate a variety of production tools for the Mac OS X platform into all stages of audio production. From single applications to complete suites, you′ll discover the software toolsets that are best for you based on your skills, budget, studio resources, and music genre and how to incorporate them into a coherent workflow.
Including best practices, real–world examples, and interviews with audio professionals, this book pulls together all the programs and tasks you need, whether you already have a complete studio or are just setting one up.
Coverage includes:
- Optimizing Mac OS X for music production
-
Composing a new song with Propellerhead Reason
-
Getting the most out of Ableton® Live, Pro Tools®, and GarageBand
-
Mastering AU, VST, and RTAS plug–ins
-
Choosing the right MIDI keyboard for your needs
-
Exploring virtual amplifiers, drums, and other virtual instruments
-
Using Apple Loops and creating your own
-
Exporting finished sessions and mastering file formats
Valuable Companion DVD with Extras
The DVD is packed with more than 50 products for the Mac digital studio, including trial versions, freeware, virtual instruments, loop libraries, and plug–ins. You′ll find popular applications, demos, samples, and loops, including:
- SONiVOX multisamples, loops, and plug–ins
-
FXpansion BFD and Guru
-
Zoyd
-
Bias Peak Pro and Peak LE
-
iDrum virtual drum machine
-
Audacity
-
SoundToys TDM Effect Bundle
-
Native Instruments Reaktor, Absynth, and Battery
-
Destroy FX
-
Camel Audio CamelPhat, Cameleon 5000, and more
Master the Tools and Tasks of an Integrated Studio Workflow, Start to Finish
Discover Best Audio Practices and Key Techniques on Mac OS X
Gain Insight and Inspiration from Real–world Examples and Interviews with Studio Pros
Unleash Your Creativity and Explore Your Own Musical Stylings
Create Professional Quality Audio at Any Level, on Any Budget
About the Author
Cliff Truesdell is a recording engineer, producer, and musician at Take Root Recording Studio in San Francisco. He also has recording credits as an arranger, multi–instrumentalist, and songwriter. Cliff cofounded the punk rock band Black Furies, which has released three CDs to date and continues to record and tour extensively. Cliff′s original music has appeared in a variety of media, including video games and professional skateboard videos. Among his recent credits is a contribution to the soundtrack for Bravo′s Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.
Wow! eBook
