The Complete Guide To Music Technology Using Cubase 9

"Get on the right tracks! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Recording with Cubase shows you how to use this revolutionary computer software to record, mix, and master your own music. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get: simple tips on navigating and configuring the Cubase workspace; straightforward strategies for spicing up your tracks with process effects and equalization; foolproof instructions for creating drum tracks and loop-based recordings; expert advice on recording, mixing, and mastering." - back cover.

You've recently purchased Cubase. You're ready to set up your home recording studio and finally produce that album you've been talking about. Now what? Your Cubase Studio provides a complete guide to setting up your digital recording studio with Cubase so you can start recording music right away. It starts with a general introduction to Cubase and digital recording, optimizing your computer to get the best sound, purchasing the right equipment that suits your budget, and the basics of acoustics. It then moves on to provide a complete overview of the recording process, whether you're laying down the perfect vocal, guitar, and bass tracks simultaneously or separately, and how to use MIDI most effectively. You then learn to edit and mix your recording in Cubase. By the end of the book, you'll be proficient in using Cubase in a practical recording setting and ready to tackle your next recording project.Key Features:Covers home studio setup and Cubase operation-all in one book!Discusses the fundamentals of setting up and recording in a home studioTakes you way beyond the Cubase manual, teaching you how to use Cubase in a practical recording, results-focused setting Covers all iterations of Cubase 4, but is applicable to any version

(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.

An inspirational guide for all levels of expertise, Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production shows you how to get the most out of the four leading audio sequencers. Using real-life examples, Andrea Pejrolo demonstrates a wide range of technical and creative techniques, giving you tips and new ideas to help you take your work to the next level. Creative Sequencing Techniques covers sequencing from the basics, through intermediate to an advanced level, making this book ideal for music students and acoustic and MIDI composers. With a free CD containing loops, templates and audio examples, and end of chapter exercises to practise new skills, this illustrated practical guide provides all the tools you will need to give your music the vital edge. In a clear, accessible style, Andrea Pejrolo guides you through: * Essential studio equipment, advising on MIDI devices (controllers, synthesizers, sound modules and sequencers), mixing boards, monitors and computers * Basic sequencing topics such as recording and editing techniques and automation * More advanced topics such as groove quantization, converters, sounds layering, tap tempo, creative meter, tempo changes and synchronization * Orchestration for the MIDI ensemble, using both acoustic instruments and synthesizers * Creating a professional final mix, using mixing techniques that take advantage of plug-in technology, maximising the use of effects such as reverb, compressor, limiter, equalizer and much more The accompanying CD is loaded with more than 90 examples of arrangements and techniques, giving you advice on how to troubleshoot those common mistakes and perfect your music production. Anyone producing music who wants to build on their skills in orchestration, composition and mixing will find all the techniques and practical advice they need in this book. Whether you are a student or amateur aspiring to more professional results, or a professional wanting to master new skills, this book will help you to improve the overall quality of your work.