Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies
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Lay down tracks and make it to the big time — a pro shows you how!It's a great time to start recording, because today's technology allows you to make terrific CDs in your garage instead of in an expensive studio. Of course, you need to know how to use the tools, and Jeff Strong shares the secrets in plain English. Here's how to set up a home studio, record and edit your music, master it, and even distribute your songs.Pick the parts — compare studio-in-a-box, computer-based, and stand-alone recording systems and choose what you needCreate the space — learn creative ways to manage sound in the space you haveMeet MIDI — take full advantage of Musical Instrument Digital Interface, choose the MIDI gear you need, and use it to enhance your soundNow hear this — find out what microphones are available, what you should have, and how to mike common instruments For the record — explore multitrack recording, learn to do overdubs and replace missed notes, and venture into MIDI sequencingClean up your tracks — become an expert at mixing and editing, and polish your sound with effectsMaster the magic — understand the mastering process and how to prepare your music for duplicationOpen the book and find:What your home recording studio should haveAll about mixers — analog, digital, and software How to work with MIDI and electronic instrumentsSecrets for getting great soundWhere to place mikes for different effects Tips for getting the most from guitars, horns, pianos, and vocalsProfessional editing tips to enhance your soundCreative ways to market your music
Introduction.PART I: Home Recording Studio Basics.Chapter 1: Anatomy of a Home Studio.Chapter 2: The Right Set-Up for You.Chapter 3: Getting Connected: Setting Up Your Studio.PART II: Recording 101.Chapter 4: Meeting the Mixing Board.Chapter 5: MIDI and Electronic Instruments.Chapter 6: Understanding Microphones.PART III: Laying Track: Starting to Record.Chapter 7: Multitrack Recording.Chapter 8: Miking: Getting a Great Source Sound.Chapter 9: Editing Your Performance.PART IV: Mixing It Up: Turning All Your Tracks into Music.Chapter 10: Mixing Your Music.Chapter 11: Dialing in Signal Processors.Chapter 12: Mastering Your Music.PART V: Sharing Your Music with Others.Chapter 13: Putting Your Music on CD.Chapter 14: Getting Your Music on the Internet.PART VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 15: Ten Home Recording Resources.Chapter 16: Ten Invaluable Recording Tips.Index.
