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Pro Tools 11 Ignite!

By Andrew Hagerman

£37.95

54-1285848211

This popular introductory guide to Avid's flagship audio software is a fully-updated edition, covering the latest version of Pro Tools, the industry-standard audio recording, editing, and mixing application used around the world. Covering the fundamental features of Pro Tools, including recording and editing audio, using MIDI, and mixing, you are brought up to speed one step at a time, using a proven method of visual instruction that will have you navigating the Pro Tools interface like a pro in no time. Start building your Pro Tools expertise today! Learn More

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Working with Audio

By Stanley R. Alten

£33.50

54-1435460553

Written by highly respected author Stanley R. Alten, Working with Audio provides readers with a fundamental understanding of the principles, technology, and techniques of audio production. This book covers the basics of audio production techniques in radio, TV, music, and new media, with special emphasis on the fundamentals of sound and recording, acoustics, equipment, editing, mixing, and much more. Because the material is not medium-specific, readers can apply the techniques learned to sound production in any of the major audio and audio/visual media. Topics include ear training; acoustics and psychoacoustics; monitoring; microphones and microphone techniques; mixers, consoles, control surfaces, and their signal flow and design; recording and MIDI; digital editing; mixing; and much more. Learn More

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Sound Advice on Recording & Mixing Guitars

By Bill Gibson

£14.95

54-1931140383

You need to possess an arsenal of techniques to get that perfect guitar sound. This combination of a book and audio CD contains the tricks of the trade that provide the tools you need to record and mix great acoustic and electric guitar sounds! This book helps you take your recordings to the next level, all the way from instrument conditioning and performance techniques, to mic techniques, selection, acoustic considerations, amplifiers, dynamics, effects processors, EQ, panning, and essential mixdown techniques that will make you guitar recordings sound incredible! Learn More

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Mixing and Mastering with IK Multimedia T-RackS

Bobby Owsinski

£24.95

54-1435457595

A popular stand-alone audio mastering application, T-RackS includes a suite of analog-modeled and digital dynamics/EQ processor modules that also work perfectly as plug-ins during mixing. While T-RackS is an extremely powerful tool for improving the quality of your recordings, all of that power won't do you much good if it's misused. With Mixing and Mastering with IK Multimedia T-RackS: The Official Guide, you can learn how to harness the power of T-RackS from mixing and mastering guru Bobby Owsinski, bestselling author of The Mixing Engineer's Handbook and The Mastering Engineer's Handbook: The Audio Mastering Handbook. Through Owsinski's expert guidance, you'll learn how to use T-RackS to bring your mixes to life and how to master your tracks so they're competitive with any major label release. At the end of each chapter, there are a number of questions that will help you better understand some of the principles of mixing and mastering. Learn More

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Ultimate Beginner Tech Start Series®: Drum Programming Basics

By Lee Levin

£18.95

00-0182B

Creating drum grooves in a sequencing environment is a challenge for even the most accomplished musician. Lee Levin's approach takes the mystery out of drum programming with clear, practical examples and procedures. Whether you are a songwriter, teacher, hobbyist, or MIDI enthusiast -- this book is for you. Audio examples and MIDI data are both on the included CD. As an added bonus, basic grooves and fills are provided for a variety of musical styles including rock, ballads, Latin, dance music, modern jazz, and swing. Learn More

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SONAR X2 Power!

By Scott R. Garrigus

£50.50

54-1285198948

The leading reference to Cakewalk's powerful digital audio workstation, SONAR X2 Power! is an all new edition of this popular guide, offering top to bottom detailed coverage of the SONAR X2 software. The book's comprehensive treatment begins with the basics and takes you from setup to final mix with clear, step-by-step instructions and exercises. Learn More

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Going Pro with Ableton Live

By G. W. Childs IV

£27.95

54-1435460383

Ableton Live's popular loop-based digital audio workstation has in recent years evolved into a full-fledged product that commands the respect and attention of everyone. This streamlined manual is dedicated to professionals and advanced hobbyists in search of quick and easy answers (in the form of step-by-step instructions) to any and every question recording engineers, producers, and artists will ask about using this powerful software. Learn More

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What Is MIDI?

By Helen Casabona and David Frederick

£9.95

00-4126

The most basic focus guide derived from Using MIDI. Includes the most basic principles of MIDI. Topics include Keyboard Parameters, Data Filters, Performance Controls, Changing Presets, Channels & Modes. Learn More

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Ultimate Beginner Tech Start Series®: Musicians and Computers

By David S. Mash

£9.95

00-0178B

This book is a primer for how musicians use computers in their work and daily life. Included is information about computer hardware and software, operating systems, configurations, and applications. Various music-related software programs are covered for music learning/skills development, music productivity, and career management. It's a tremendous resource for music educators. Learn More

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Pro Tools 101: An Introduction to Pro Tools 10

By Frank D. Cook

£54.49

54-1133776558

Learn Pro Tools the way the pros do. Pro Tools 101: An Introduction to Pro Tools 10 is the official training package used in first-level certification courses for Pro Tools operators. Newly updated to cover the latest Pro Tools release, version 10, this new edition of the book is the fastest, most systematic introduction to learning the fundamentals of the world's most popular recording software. It will quickly and effectively brings new users up to speed on the basics, from understanding the Pro Tools file structure and interface to creating a session, recording audio and MIDI, importing media, editing, mixing, and more. The book includes hands-on projects, with accompanying source files on DVD, that drive home the lessons, laying the perfect foundation for becoming a Pro Tools expert. Whether you're learning on your own or pursuing formal Pro Tools certification through an Avid Authorized Training Partner, this book is the first step on the road to mastery of Pro Tools 10. Learn More

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