Learn the basics of recording, editing, and mixing audio using Cubase Elements, Artist, or Pro. Experience the software used worldwide by musicians, producers, engineers, mixers, and audio professionals. Filled with tips and insights, Audio Production Basics with Cubase 10.5 will get you working fast. With this book and the included media files, you’ll get the practical, hands-on exposure you need. We cover everything from setting up your computer to the fundamentals of audio production, including: Basic Digital Audio Workstation operations and audio hardware options Principles of sound production and microphone use Essential Cubase concepts and operations MIDI fundamentals for playing and performing with virtual instruments Multi-track recording Plug-in use and signal processing techniques Mixing your project and using automation Outputting your final mixdown Cubase software is very powerful, yet fun and easy to use. Everything you learn here will apply to all editions of Cubase (Elements, Artist, and Pro), so you can easily upgrade in the future no matter where you are starting today. Take the first step now, with Audio Production Basics with Cubase 10.5.

Pejrolo is an experienced musician, composer/arranger, MIDI programmer, sound designer and engineer. In this illustrated guidebook he focuses on the leading audio sequencers: ProTools, Digital Performer, Cubase SX and Logic Audio, showing how to get the most out of them. The accompanying CD includes examples of arrangements and techniques covered in the book.

The Italian best seller that teaches how to start producing music with Steinberg Cubase, now also available in English! Second edition, completely revised and now with index. Find out how to produce music with Steinberg Cubase 10 or 10.5, even starting from scratch. Music Production with Cubase 10 and 10.5 will guide you step by step to discover all the notions, tools and techniques that are essential to start producing music with Cubase 10 or 10.5. This book is particularly suitable for beginners and medium level users, and it teaches not only how to use Cubase, but also the basics of modern music production. Install and setup Cubase. Record audio and MIDI material. Use virtual instruments. Edit and adjust your sounds. Understand and use the main effects. Mix, master and export your projects. With a support website to download files, sample projects and all the colour images in high resolution. Want to master music production with Cubase? Read this book. AudioMentor.com I will recommend this manual to all my students who want to boost their learning process [...] and become tomorrow's practitioners. Seismal D (Talking about the Italian edition) This is the perfect manual for students who are just approaching music production and schools that use Steinberg products; it is well written and comprehensive without being intimidating. AudioFader Magazine (Review of the Italian edition) Pierluigi Bontempi is a Steinberg Certified Trainer. He is technical officer of the Department of Musicology and Cultural Heritage of the University of Pavia (Cremona branch), where he holds Steinberg certified courses and is also responsible for the audiovisual laboratory (Digital Lab). He has held many music production training courses in Northern Italy. He is a contributor to specialist magazines such as SM Strumenti Musicali and AudioFader; in the past, he collaborated with Axe Magazine, a monthly review for guitarists. He has worked with the music manuals publisher Volontè & Co. on several original publications and Italian translations. Support Website https: //musicproductionwithcubase.cloud

(Music Pro Guides). Cubase 101: Music Production with Cubase 10 teaches the fundamentals of using Cubase Artist software. Designed to support instructor-led training and independent learning, this course book covers everything readers need to know to complete a Cubase project. In this course, students will learn to build multitrack projects, record live audio, use MIDI and virtual instruments, and add audio processing to their recordings. The included hands-on exercises will help students develop essential techniques for recording, editing, and mixing within the Cubase environment. Topics of discussion include audio basics and principles of digital audio, system hardware options (audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, etc.), software installation, the Cubase file structure and organization, the Cubase user interface and toolset, project parameters, file size considerations, working with tracks and track types, recording audio, managing audio for a project, importing media files, recording MIDI and assigning virtual instruments, navigating through tracks and media, using editing techniques and operations, mixing and processing tracks, basic automation techniques, and creating a final bounce.

As the most popular and authoritative guide to recording Modern Recording Techniques provides everything you need to master the tools and day to day practice of music recording and production. From room acoustics and running a session to mic placement and designing a studio Modern Recording Techniques will give you a really good grounding in the theory and industry practice. Expanded to include the latest digital audio technology the 7th edition now includes sections on podcasting, new surround sound formats and HD and audio. If you are just starting out or looking for a step up in industry, Modern Recording Techniques provides an in depth excellent read- the must have book

Modern Recording Techniques is the bestselling, authoritative guide to sound and music recording. Whether you’re just starting out or are looking to improve your skills, this book provides an in-depth guide to the art and technologies of music production and is a must-have reference for all audio bookshelves. Using its familiar and accessible writing style, this new edition has been fully updated, presenting the latest production technologies and including detailed coverage of digital audio workstations (DAWs), networked audio, musical instrument digital interface (MIDI), signal processing and much more. Modern Recording Techniques is supported by a host of video tutorials, which provide additional listening and visual examples, making this text essential reading for students, instructors and professionals. This updated tenth edition includes: Newly expanded "Art and Technology" chapters, providing more tips, tricks and insights for getting the best out of your recording, mixing, monitoring and mastering An expanded MIDI chapter to include MIDI 2.0 More in-depth coverage of digital audio and the digital audio workstation Greater coverage of immersive audio, including Dolby Atmos Production

Learn the basics of producing music with Ableton Live software. Ableton Live has become one of the most popular platforms for music production since its introduction in 2001. Its intuitive interface allows beginners to make music right away, while offering deep functionality to satisfy even the most advanced user. Ableton Live 101 and the included online media files will guide you through the fundamentals of music production, including: studio setup and configuration, using basic Ableton Live controls, creating Ableton Live sets, importing and working with audio and MIDI files, recording audio and MIDI, making selections and navigating, editing audio and MIDI, and basic mixing and exporting. Mastering these basic skills is the first step toward becoming an Ableton Live expert. Get started on your path to modern music production today with Ableton Live 101!

Your mix can make or break a record, and mixing is an essential catalyst for a record deal. Professional engineers with exceptional mixing skills can earn vast amounts of money and find that they are in demand by the biggest acts. To develop such skills, you need to master both the art and science of mixing. The new edition of this bestselling book offers all you need to know and put into practice in order to improve your mixes. Covering the entire process --from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques -- and offering a multitude of audio samples, tips and tricks, this book has it all. Roey Izhaki teaches you the importance of a mixing vision, how to craft and evaluate your mix and then take it a step further. He describes the theory and the tools used and how these are put into practice while creating mixes. Packed full of photos, graphs, diagrams and audio samples, Mixing Audio is a vital read for anyone wanting to succeed in the field of mixing. New to this edition: * Multitracks provided to help practice mixing * Fully updated with current plug-in and software version and information * Companion website with a multitude of new samples including more macro-mixing samples * A new sample mix: Rock n' Roll

We’re all able to record music; a smartphone will get you quick results. But for a good sound, a lot more is involved. Acoustics, microphone placement, and effects have a huge influence on the resulting sound. Music Production: Learn How to Record, Mix, and Master Music will teach you how to record, mix, and master music. With accessible language for both beginner and advanced readers, the book contains countless illustrations, includes tips and tricks for all the popular digital audio workstations and provides coverage of common plugins and processors. Also included is a section dedicated to mastering in a home studio. With hundreds of tips and techniques for both the starting and advanced music producer, this is your must-have guide.