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Jumpstart Logic Pro 10.6

Name: Jumpstart Logic Pro 10.6
Author: Jay Asher
ISBN: 9781800562776

by Jay Asher

October 2020

Beginner

304 pages

6h 20m

English

Packt Publishing

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Create professional music with Apple's flagship digital audio workstation app
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Chapter 1: Beginning with Logic Pro 10.6
Important information for beginning with Logic ProWhat are Audio and MIDI?Selecting essential hardware for Logic Pro 10.6An audio interfaceA MIDI controller Monitor speakersMonitor headphonesPreferences versus Project SettingsOpening Logic Pro for the very first time!Changing Logic Pro default opening behaviorSummary
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Logic Pro Interface
Logic Pro windows, menus, and terminologyThe Main WindowTracks versus Channel StripsThe Logic Pro LibraryThe ToolbarCustomizing the Control bar and ToolbarLogic Pro's included contentExploring the BrowserThe Project BrowserThe Media BrowserThe All Files BrowserApple Loops and the Loop BrowserSaving your projectThe Left-click and Command-click toolsSnapChanging the key and transposing regionsSummary
Chapter 3: Recording Audio
The Project TemplatesSetting Preferences Audio Preferences Recording PreferencesDisplay PreferencesProject SettingsSetting levelsRecording with a CycleCycle recording with Take FoldersQuick Swipe Comping Project AlternativesRegion GainOther Cycle audio recording optionsRecording without a CycleTape recorder style punching in/outRecording without a click with Smart TempoSaving a templateSummary
Chapter 4: Editing Audio
Soloing and muting tracks and regionsMute/solo buttons on the Track HeaderMute/solo buttons on the channel strip in the MixerRegion solo button in the Control BarRenaming and colorizing tracks and regionsZooming in and out on regionsCopying and repeating regionsCopying by holding Option + draggingCopying parts of regions with the Marquee toolEditing with Shuffle ModeRepeat RegionsLooping regionsWorking with an imported audio file in the Audio Track EditorAudio Track EditorAudio File EditorSummary
Chapter 5: Recording MIDI
Logic Pro's Software InstrumentsLogic Pro's built-in helpGarageBand versus Logic Pro instrumentsViewing a MIDI region in the Logic Pro MIDI editorsMIDI continuous controllersRecording MIDI with MergeLet's get started!Advanced Quantize parametersSetting a default quantization settingOther techniques for recording MIDIRecording MIDI with ReplaceRecording MIDI with Cycle and MergeRecording MIDI with Cycle and Create TracksRecording MIDI with Cycle and Create Track AlternativesRecording MIDI with Cycle and Take FoldersRecording MIDI with CCsThe Arpeggiator MIDI FX pluginCreating patchesCreating a layered patch with Summing StacksCreating a split layered patch with Summing StacksGroove TracksSummary
Chapter 6: Step Entering and Editing MIDI
Step entering in the Piano Roll EditorThe Velocity sliderThe Velocity ToolScale QuantizeTime QuantizeUsing the Step Input KeyboardMIDI TransformTime HandlesEntering MIDI controller steps in the Piano Roll EditorCreating a crescendo by MIDI velocityCreating vibrato with modulationA brief look at the Step EditorSummary
Chapter 7: Logic Pro's Drummer
Getting familiar with Drummer and the LibraryArrangement Global TrackConverting a Drummer region into a MIDI regionCustomizing a Drum Kit Designer drum kitProducer KitsAdding a percussionistDrum Machine DesignerDrum Machine Designer editorDrum SynthDrummer LoopsSummary
Chapter 8: Logic Pro's Step Sequencer
Getting familiar with the Step SequencerPattern RegionsCreating Steps in the Pattern RegionEditing rows and soundsThe Step Sequencer Local InspectorThe Pattern Browser Pattern Loops Summary
Chapter 9: Working with Sampler, Quick Sampler, and Auto Sampler
Loading instruments into SamplerWorking with Quick SamplerLoading Apple Loops to Quick SamplerImporting existing audio files into Quick Sampler Recording into Quick SamplerExporting drum slices to create a Drum Machine Designer trackGetting familiar with Auto SamplerSummary

Chapter 10: Working with Live Loops
Understanding Cells and Scenes with a Starter gridEditing cellsCreating scenes from cells Recording into cells Recording a performance to the Tracks areaLogic RemoteNovation Launchpad and Launchkey MIDI controllersRemix FXOverviewCapturing Remix FX with AutomationSummary
Chapter 11: Working with Audio Files, Tempo, and Pitch
Adjusting a project's tempo with an imported audio file using Smart TempoFixing the timing of audio files with Flex TimeFixing the pitch of a vocal with Flex PitchVarispeedSummary
Chapter 12: Getting the Arrangement Right
What really matters in your arrangement?Know your genreKnow your strengths and weaknessesCreating a Project AlternativeAdding a section to your arrangementInsert Silence at LocatorsRepeat Section Between LocatorsDeleting a section of your arrangementCut Section Between LocatorsConsolidating regions and converting MIDI to audio filesBounce Track In PlaceBounce Regions In PlaceBounce and Replace All Tracks Export Tracks and RegionsFreeze tracksSummary
Chapter 13: Organizing for the Mix
Getting familiar with Folder Stacks Creating Folder StacksFolder Stacks and the MixerMixer viewsTracks viewSingle viewAll viewThe Environment – a brief overviewCreating customized ScreensetsCreating a locked custom ScreensetDuplicating a custom Screenset to create anotherCreating MarkersCreating markers in the Marker trackNavigating your project with Marker key commandsCreating a Cycle from a Marker Editing Markers in the Marker ListGiant Beats and Giant Time displaySummary
Chapter 14: Mixing Your Project in Logic Pro
The goals of a mixVolumePanningBalance versus panningWorking with FX pluginsPlugin categoriesManaging FX pluginsProblem-solving with EQsThe Channel EQControlling dynamicsCompressorsLimiters Noise GatesModulation pluginsDelays ReverbsMixing as you go versus starting from scratchOther considerationsSummary
Chapter 15: Automating Your Mix
A brief history of automationOffline Region automationRegion panning automationPlug-in bypass automation in a regionLive Track automationAutomation modesVolume automation with Touch modeVolume automation with Latch modeAutomatic lane creation with either Latch or Touch modeTrimming automationReal-time TrimCopying automationCopying automation within a trackCopying automation between tracksThe track automation Event ListDeleting automationCustomizing MIDI controllers for automationSummary
Chapter 16: Delivering Your Music for Distribution
Bouncing a stereo mixOpening the Bounce windowPCM file formatsMP3s and M4AsRealtime versus offlineExporting tracks to send to a mix engineerMastering your mixThe changed role of the mastering engineerCan you master your own tracks in Logic Pro?Summary
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Overview

"Jumpstart Logic Pro 10.6" is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to master Apple's powerful digital audio workstation. This book will guide you through the fundamentals of music production, empowering you to create professional-quality music with confidence. Whether you're new to Logic Pro or looking to expand your skills, this book offers clear, hands-on tutorials to get you producing music in no time.

What this Book will help me do

Understand the fundamentals of digital audio workstations and how Logic Pro operates.
Develop skills in audio recording, editing, and mastering to produce high-quality tracks.
Learn to use MIDI tools to create professional music compositions using virtual instruments.
Master Logic Pro's new features like Live Loops, Step Sequencer and Quick Sampler for innovative music production.
Gain insights into mixing principles, automation, and exporting final tracks ready for distribution.

Author(s)

Jay Asher is an experienced composer and music producer with over three decades of expertise in teaching and using digital audio workstations, including Logic Pro. He has written multiple books and created educational materials focusing on using technology for music production. Jay's approachable writing and practical examples make complex concepts accessible to users of all experience levels.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for musicians, songwriters, and budding music producers using a Mac computer who want to dive into the world of music production with Logic Pro. It assumes some basic knowledge of music theory but is perfect for those new to audio workstations. If your goal is to create professional-quality music using accessible tools, this book is for you.

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