Apple Pro Training Series: Logic Pro X Advanced Audio Production: Composing and Producing Professional Audio

Lesson 6. Building Drum Sounds with Ultrabeat

Lesson Files

Advanced Logic X_Files > Lessons > 06_Ultrabeat_Start.logic

Media

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Time

This lesson takes approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Goals

Create drum sounds using Ultrabeat’s synthesis and sample playback sound generators

Modulate targets using envelopes and LFOs as sources

Use the filter and distortion circuit to process drum sounds

Create and edit drum patterns using Ultrabeat’s step sequencer

Automate parameters with step sequencing

Ultrabeat’s inspiration stems from the drum machines of the 1980s, as well as more current sample-based hardware groove boxes. Ultrabeat is functionally similar to those devices, offering both sound generation and integrated step sequencing.

What sets Ultrabeat ...