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Thomson Technologies Garageband 08 Power! The Comprehensive Recording and Podcasting Guide ¹
GarageBand is one of the most powerful music production tools that captures and manipulates sound, ever available to the public. Although GarageBand has always been easy to use, the music software provides an amazing amount of power and sophistication to users who really want to dig in and get the most out of the program. The book GarageBand '08 Power by Todd M. Howard is a descriptive, detailed guide on how to make professional music, podcasts, soundtracks, mixes, mashups, and much more. Through the use of screenshots, tutorials, creative jumping-off points, and real world examples, the book teaches the reader how to use GarageBand to create music, record and publish podcasts and score their own movies. It's an ideal introduction, a manual of sorts, for those with no prior knowledge of GarageBand, but also covers advanced topics and provides info on all the new features....details

Thomson Technologies Pro Tools 7 CSI Master Cool School Interactus CD-ROM ¹
Pro Tools 7 CSi Master is a hands-on training CD-ROM that provides you with a unique way to take your music to the next level with Pro Tools music production software. Use this Thomson Course CD to master the key operational techniques and cool new features of Pro Tools 7. Work your way through the broad range of video tutorials to increase your knowledge and maximize your Pro Tools productivity. Sit back and watch a digital audio workstation pro show you the ins and outs as you work through 4 hours of video tutorials. Use the quizzing feature on this Pro Tools 7 CD course to test yourself along the way. Pro Tools 7 CSi Master is full of video tutorials covering not only basic Pro Tools functionality, but also music production techniques, special shortcuts, key commands, and before-and-after recording studio examples....details

Thomson Technologies Pro Tools 7 CSI Starter (CD-ROM) ¹
The Pro Tools 7 CSI Starter is the CD-ROM guide you've been looking for if you're a beginner looking for a new approach to learning the basic features of Pro Tools 7. This interactive tutorial enables you to work your way through basic music production from start to finish as you discover how easy it is to get down to the business of producing a song. Sit back and watch a digital audio workstation pro show you the ins and outs as you work through over 3 hours of movie tutorials. Use the quizzing feature to test yourself along the way. The CD-ROM is full of movie tutorials that include not only basic Pro Tools 7 functionality, but also music production techniques, special shortcuts, key commands, and before-and-after audio examples....details

Thomson Technologies Artists on Recording Technique (Book) ¹
Artists on Recording Technique takes a look at the recording process through an unlikely pair of eyes: those of the artist. Using an interview format, the book provides insights and tips from very prominent artists (i.e. Tony Bennett) and more elusive artists on recording techniques. Everything from vocals, to guitar and drums is covered in this informative book. It features full-length articles from the "Music, Etc." column in Pro Sound News, a highly successful magazine that has been running for over ten years to a circulation of over 80,000 people per month. The interviews, conducted by columnist and author Jeff Touzeau, are full length rather than the often-edited format that appears in the magazine. In addition to Tony Bennett, some of the other artists that discuss recording technique include Pink Floyd, The Buzzcocks, Barenaked Ladies, Mark Knopfler, Raul Malo, America, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Guster, the Bongos, Interpol, and many others....details

Thomson Technologies Composing With Finale (Book) ¹
Finale offers all the notation tools required to craft virtually any composition. The imaginative ways these tools are used sometimes becomes an elaborate composition in itself! The Composing With Finale book from Thomson Course shows you the essentials needed to make the most of this software program's incredible power. Studying Finale from a compositional perspective eases the learning curve overall, transforming Finale into an extension of your imagination. Instead of describing procedures most beneficial to copyists and engravers, this "how-to" manual isolates the methods crucial to working with a music composition in progress—how to efficiently translate directly from your creativity to the score. Far from a "point-and-click" guide, this book will help you compose more music with one of the most advanced music composition tools on the market....details

Thomson Technologies THE PROFESSIONAL STUDIO VOCALIST BOOK ¹
Based on the workshop award-winning singer Claytoven Richardson teaches at San Francisco State University, this book tackles on-the-job issues singers face while trying to make a career out of singing — recording studio fundamentals, professionalism, union basics, vocal techniques for both lead and background studio singing, tips on choosing mics, proper headphone use, and much more....details

Thomson Technologies Home Recording Studio Build It Like the Pros (Book) ¹
With advances in digital technology, musicians can now produce their own music. But the gear is only part of the equation when it comes to recording and mixing. The next part is finding a soundproof room that you can produce it in. Unfortunately, any old room in your house will not suffice for a quality recording. Without a decent room, you'll never be able to record a studio-quality recording you'll be proud of and be excited to have other people hear. So how do you go about creating a space in your home that has similar acoustics to that of a world-class studio? How do you soundproof this room to keep your sound in and outside noise out? How do you construct or modify the room so that its size and shape best complement its function?This book teaches you how to do all these things, from building a professional home studio to saving thousands of dollars in the process. This book shows you how to design and understand your room, how to treat it, wire it, and condition it while using widely available materials. Each step features visual aids to illustrate underlying concepts, as well as professional tips and examples from actual studios. Everything is covered, from room design to electrical considerations, room treatments to codes, permits, special needs, and more....details

Thomson Technologies Logic Starter (Book/CD-ROM) ¹
This interactive starter allows the beginner to actually see and hear how Logic works. An experienced Logic professional guides you step by step through the production process from setup through recording, editing, mixing, creating a CD or MP3, and backing up your files. Learning is especially effective because you can practice what you learn as you go....details

Thomson Technologies Sonar 5 Power! - The Comprehensive Guide (Book/CD) ¹
Get the most out of SONAR 5 software with this definitive instructional guide. The SONAR 5 Power! book picks up where the manual leaves off, teaching you how to dig deep into the program with step-by-step examples and exercises. From initially customizing SONAR 5 to creating and producing a surround sound mix, you'll learn everything you need to know to make your composing and recording sessions run more smoothly. Learn about MIDI and audio effects and how to use them in offline and real-time situations. Explore mixing music via software and discover how much control you can have when you're using an on-screen software mixer. Take a look at the advanced features of SONAR 5, including StudioWare, Sysx, and CAL. Wrap things up as you learn how to prepare your completed SONAR project and burn it to a CD. You'll get in-depth lessons on: working with musical projects and creating your own project templates, recording and playing MIDI and audio, editing tools available in SONAR 5, and composing songs using audio sample loops....details

Thomson Technologies Reason CSi Starter (CD-ROM) ¹
This CSi starter is packed with interactive training on the features and functions of Reason, and it allows you to experiment within the Reason interface as you learn the application. The movie tutorials are clear and concise. They guide you through setup, recording, editing, mixing, and creating final CDs. It's a must for newcomers to Reason, and a great source for information not included in the manual....details

Thomson Technologies Nuendo CSi Master (CD-ROM) ¹
This training CD-ROM covers the key operational techniques and added features of Nuendo 2.1. Every major topic is covered: setup, project management, recording, editing, arranging, mixing, processing, virtual instruments, synchronization, advanced uses, and tips. If you are new to Nuendo, the introduction will take you through the basics. The tutorials focus mainly on more advanced topics such as loop recording, track automation, surround sound, and more. With the lessons on this CD-ROM, you'll learn special production techniques, shortcuts, and key commands that improve your facility in Nuendo....details

Thomson Technologies Cubase SX 3 CSi Starter Cool School Interactive (CD-ROM) ¹
This CSi Starter is packed with interactive training on the latest features and functions of Cubase SX. This type of interactive learning tool is the perfect environment for creative minds. It allows you to experiment within Cubase while learning how to get up and running on the application as quickly as possible. Clear and concise movie tutorials take you from setup through recording, editing, and mixing to creating a CD/MP3 and backing up your files. Use it alone or as a great companion product to the optional Cubase SX 3 Ignite! book. (See accessory box on this page.) Either way, it's a must-have for the newcomer to Cubase....details

Thomson Technologies Reason 3 CSI Master (CD-ROM) ¹
Get ready to master the key operational techniques and cool features of Propellerhead Reason 3 with this hands-on, interactive CD-ROM. If you currently use Reason and want to get more out of your rig, this CD-ROM will take you to the next level. If you're a new user, the introduction topic will walk you through setup, first record, edit and mix. Packed with approximately six hours of CSi movie tutorials, this learning tool enables you to sit back and watch as a pro guides you through not only functionality, but also how to use advanced production techniques, special shortcuts, key commands, and before-and-after audio examples. Then, you can practice what you've learned with the quizzing feature. Even the most experienced Reason users will find tips and techniques to take their expertise to new heights! With the updated CSi MT Player 4 interface, you'll also enjoy a new custom movie playback bar with fast forward and rewind scan options, and location markers that provide an easy way to instantly access the key location of each movie tutorial. Work your way through easy-to-follow tutorials, including: new features of Reason 3, optimizing Reason, loop controls, Lane editors, RV7000, Reverb, Malström, publishing a song, Matrix....details

Thomson Technologies Sonar 5 CSI Starter (CD-Rom) ¹
If you're a beginner looking for a fresh approach to mastering the basic features of SONAR 5, then this CD-ROM is the guide you've been looking for. The interactive tutorials included enable you to work your way through a basic production from start to finish as you discover how easy it is to get down to the business of producing a song. Sit back and watch a DAW pro show you the ins and outs as you work through over 2 hours of movie tutorials. Use the quizzing feature to test yourself along the way. This CD-ROM is full of movie tutorials that include not only the basic functionality, but also how to use advanced production techniques, special shortcuts, key commands, and before and after audio examples. Work your way through easy-to-follow tutorials, including: what's new in SONAR 5, audio setup, the interface, tool overview, adding effects, automation. Approximately 2.5 hours....details

Thomson Technologies SONAR4 CSi Master (CD-ROM) ¹
SONAR 4 CSi Master is a training CD-ROM that covers key operational techniques and the new features of SONAR 4. Every major topic is covered, including setup, project management, recording, editing, arranging, mixing, processing, virtual instruments, synchronization, advanced uses, and tips. New software users who need help getting started can use the introduction, which works them through setup, first record, edit, and mix. In addition to explaining basic functionality, the CSi movie tutorials also include advanced music production techniques, special shortcuts, key commands, and provide before-and-after audio examples. The CD-ROM has built-in quizzing that lets you monitor your progress along the way....details

Thomson Technologies M-Audio Guide for the Recording Guitarist ¹
The Thomson Course M-Audio Guide for the Recording Guitarist answers the questions: What equipment should you buy? How do you use it? Here's a complete how-to guide that also does a lot more. With the proliferation of inexpensive, high-quality hardware and software, most of the power of a professional studio is now available to musicians in the comfort of their own homes. Artists can now compose, perform, record, and distribute music without even leaving the house. The problem is, most musicians don't know how to get started. Specifically geared towards guitarists, the M-Audio Guide for the Recording Guitarist explains how to work with M-Audio hardware and software specifically devoted to helping guitarists join the computer-recording revolution. Covering the ins and outs of all the necessary equipment and its functions, this is the only guide guitarists need to get serious about creating the highest quality recordings possible in their home studio....details

Thomson Technologies Working With Beats In Pro Tools: Skill Pack Book and CD ¹
These days, manipulating and editing beats is one of the most important functions of a DAW, and it's one that Pro Tools excels at. Working with Beats in Pro Tools: Skill Pack teaches you how to use the beat manipulation tools in Pro Tools software such as Beat Detective, the Beat Inspector, and Sound Replacer. The tutorial pack includes hands-on exercises to take you from the novice stage to being able to perform advanced beat manipulation and editing. A key part of Working with Beats in Pro Tools: Skill Pack is the CD-ROM included with the book. It's full of sample content and examples that you will use to build a song and, in the process, learn all the beat manipulation tools of this dynamic and flexible music software. Unlike other books with companion discs, the source files on every skill pack CD-ROM are an essential part of the book's tutorials-they are not there as mere examples, but are the building blocks from which you construct the projects. The result is a fully integrated learning experience....details

Thomson Technologies Cubase 4 CSi Master DVD-ROM ¹
If you want to master the key operational techniques and features of Cubase 4, this interactive learning resource is for you. The hands-on instructional DVD-ROM is an original way to learn more about MIDI, virtual instruments, synchronization, and networking in Cubase which in turn will take your music to the next level. Cubase 4 CSi Master guides you through a clear tutorial style that shows you how to operate the music software as well as production techniques. More than 4 hours of movie training....details

Thomson Technologies Reason X Power! Book ¹
Geared toward intermediate users, Reason 3 Power! is a perfect book for the home recording studio musician! Readers learn how to use Reason with other software and hardware through in-depth tutorials and explanations. This guide is packed with tips that even quite experienced users may not be aware of. It provides the "why" behind the "how" so you gain a better overall knowledge of the application. The authors cover Reason from A to Z in order to bring the reader up to "power user" status....details

Thomson Technologies Reason 3 Ignite! Book ¹
Reason 3 Ignite!, written for both PC and Mac platforms, is the perfect guide if you're just starting out with this software. Topics are easy to find via a detailed table of contents and a complete, well-organized index. The topics are presented in an easy-to-understand manner, without all the jargon usually associated with such programs. This simplicity combined with the author's in-depth knowledge makes this book an excellent way to get up and running quickly on Reason. Also, a companion website offers downloadable source files....details

Thomson Technologies Reason X Overdrive! Book ¹
Geared toward advanced users of Reason, this book offers succinct guru-level advice. Reason, Propellerhead's flagship music application, is used to emulate audio hardware such as samplers, analog synths, mixers, drum machines, and effects. It is very well respected within the music community and appeals to a large audience as both a Windows- and Mac-compatible application. The tips, presented in bite-size chunks, will take you to the next level of skill with the application....details

Thomson Technologies Cubase SX/SL 3 Power! Book ¹
A very helpful book for intermediate users of Cubase SL or SX and those just starting out with the program. It makes it easy to understand not only the functions of the program but concepts behind them as well. The extensive features and functions that Cubase offers require far more instruction than the manual provides. This book provides that missing information. 488 pages...details

Thomson Technologies Logic Pro 7 Power! Book ¹
One of the biggest complaints against existing Logic books is they don't go into enough detail. That is not the case with this book. The author explains Logic Pro 7 in extensive detail and every level of Logic users can benefit from it. You learn the "why" behind the "how" and thus gain a greater understanding of the software. 608 pages....details

Thomson Technologies Cubase SX 3 Ignite! Book ¹
The perfect companion for those just starting out with either Cubase SL or SX. With the Ignite! series' easy-to-understand format, you'll be able to learn quickly so you can start using the software effectively. This book is comprehensive and delivers all the information missing from the manual. 276 pages....details

Thomson Technologies Using Rewire - Skill Pack (Book/CD) ¹
The Thomson Course Using ReWire - Skill Pack gives you an in-depth tutorial on the most widely used protocol for bridging two or more music software programs. Learn how to use ReWire so that you can combine the power of Reason, Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or other programs. The projects and tutorials included in Using Rewire will give you hands-on practice connecting applications with ReWire, but you'll also be able to follow along with the included projects to learn techniques for getting the most out of your ReWire projects. As part of the Skill Pack series, the integrated CD-ROM project files allow readers to gain hands-on experience networking their music applications for increased creativity and productivity....details

Thomson Technologies Using Reason's Virtual Instruments: Skill Pack Book/CD-ROM ¹
One of the keys to mastering Reason lies in mastering its virtual instruments — the numerous customizable synths and sample players that come with the program. This Skill Pack gives you the knowledge you need to get you out of the presets and designing your own sounds. By the end of this book, you'll know exactly what to do with all the Reason instruments. The included CD-ROM is full of sample content and exercises for building your own patches....details

Thomson Technologies The S.M.A.R.T. Guide to Digital Recording Software and Plug-ins (Book and DVD Package) ¹
Learn what you need to know about modern digital recording - whether you're operating in your home studio or in a professional recording facility. See how to use the features included in many audio recording software packages to help you produce great audio in the digital era. Gain insight on all the important ingredients in the digital recording process. Take a close look at how audio recording software and hardware best work together in any creative environment. The accompanying DVD includes more than 50 audio and 20 video demonstrations that enhance and clarify the concepts in the book....details

Thomson Technologies Mastering Sibelius 5 (Book/CD-ROM) ¹
Mastering Sibelius 5 is a Thomson Course that covers all aspects of the popular music notation software for Macs and PCs. It includes setting up simple scores, using MIDI input, advanced formatting, and using virtual instruments. The applications are discussed in a clear, concise way, offering simple steps and easy-to-follow tutorials to bring the power of Sibelius to users of all experience levels. Mastering Sibelius 5 includes chapters on note input methods, editing and symbols, text and chords, playback and video, and much more. Mastering Sibelius 5 is an ideal read for any user interesting in learning more about the popular music notation software. Includes a demonstration CD-ROM....details

Thomson Technologies Reason 4 Power! The Comprehensive Guide ¹
Reason 4 Power! The Comprehensive Guide is geared toward intermediate users. Reason 4 Power! is the perfect book for you if you're using the popular Reason 4 software in your studio setup. Reason 4 Power! walks you through step-by-step examples and exercises that unlock Reason's secrets and will help your composing and recording sessions run smoothly. This guide is packed with tips that even experienced users may not know. It provides the "why" behind the "how," so you'll finish the book with a power-user's grip on the ins and outs of Reason. This updated edition explores the ReGroove mixer, Thor, RPG-8, the newly rebuilt sequencer, and valuable tricks of the trade that will help make your songs sound more professional. A companion website offers downloadable source files used in the book, for an enhanced hands-on experience. Whether you're a professional musician or a hobbyist, Reason 4 Power!, coupled with the new Reason 4 software, will take your creative possibilities to a whole new level....details

Thomson Technologies Pro Tools For Video, Film, and Multimedia - Second Edition (Book) ¹
Pro Tools for Video, Film, and Multimedia from Thomson Course offers comprehensive coverage of the extensive multimedia features of Pro Tools. You get the skills you need to take any multimedia soundtrack project from concept to completion. Pro Tools For Video, Film, and Multimedia covers a wide range of audio topics, including the equipment you need to use Pro Tools with video, tips for efficient trimming and timing of audio, and processing outside the mixing environment. You'll also get in-depth coverage of film mixing file formats as you prepare to wrap up your project and deliver the master recordings. The author's thorough coverage of the amazing features of Pro Tools breaks down complex tasks, allowing you to create professional-quality audio....details

Thomson Technologies Project5 Power! - The Comprehensive Guide (Book) ¹
Project5 Power! - The Comprehensive Guide is a Thomson Course that helps you master this powerful music production software. The book begins by introducing Project5 and the digital music recording process in general. Project5 Power! then moves on to setting up your hardware, working with clips, and working with tracks and projects. From there you'll learn about every synthesizer and every FX unit in Project5. You'll also learn how to master CDs and export your music to the internet.Project5, Cakewalk's complete software music studio suite, includes synthesizers, a sampler, a sequencer, and tools for creating and utilizing beats and loops. This powerful program can be used to create and record an entire piece of music by itself, or as a complement to another DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) application. In short, Project5 is a sophisticated program that can help any musician make and record better music....details

Thomson Technologies Pro Tools 7 Power! - Second Edition (Book/CD-ROM) ¹
Pro Tools 7 Power! Second Edition is the definitive guidebook that will help you to get the most out of the latest version of Pro Tools. Covering the LE, M-Powered, and HD versions of Pro Tools, Pro Tools 7 Power! — Second Edition Pro Tools 7 Power! is the perfect resource for both newcomers looking to get up and running. This book is even great for the more advanced users who would like a complete desk reference on the new version. Everything from basic audio concepts and setting up your system to editing, mixing, plug-ins, MIDI, and much more is here in a usable format that explains techniques in plain language. It also gives helpful keyboard shortcuts for Windows and Macintosh as well as informative notes and practical tips throughout the text. The companion CD-ROM includes more than 60 minutes of interactive movie tutorials from Cool School Interactus that cover the key concepts and new features of Pro Tools....details

Thomson Technologies Digital Performer 5 Power! The Comprehensive Guide (Book) ¹
The Thomson Course Technology Digital Performer 5 Power! The Comprehensive Guide is a manual for using the newest version of MOTU's Digital Performer 5 audio/MIDI sequencing, editing, and recording software. This book also provides a simple and clear reference guide for new and old users of Digital Performer. Digital Performer is one of the leading DAW programs for the Apple Mac. It allows you to sequence MIDI, record multiple channels of audio, mix them down, synch them to video, and utilize plug-in software synthesizers and software studios such as Reason and Project5....details

Thomson Technologies SONAR 7 Power! The Comprehensive Guide (Book) ¹
The Thomson Course Technology SONAR 7 Power! The Comprehensive Guide is well qualified to help you get the most out of SONAR music studio software. This book picks up where the SONAR manual leaves off, teaching you how to dig deep into the program with step-by-step examples and exercises. From initially customizing SONAR to creating and producing a surround sound mix, you'll learn everything you need to know to make your composing and recording sessions run more smoothly.Learn about audio and MIDI effects and how to use them in both offline and real-time situations. Explore mixing music via software and discover how much control you can have when you're using an on-screen software mixer. Take a look at the advanced features of SONAR, including AudioSnap, Active Controller Technology (ACT), and Session Drummer 2. Wrap things up as you learn how to prepare your completed SONAR project and burn it to a CD....details