I learned something on every page, and I've been using Pro Tools for years!" "This is an essential tool in any composer/producer's arsenal in learning the ins and outs of a very complicated systemwith great ease. He is author of Recording and Producing in the Home Studio (Berklee Press) and a contributing writer for Digidesign's DigiZine. He teaches production courses online at Berkleemusic, the continuing education arm of Berklee College of Music, and performs with his touring rock band, the Bleedin' Bleedins. David's production company, Underground Sun, produces and engineers records for a wide range of Boston-area and international acts.
Transform your song demos into professional sounding master tracksĭavid Franz is a songwriter, producer, engineer, arranger, educator, and performer.Mix and master your recordings like the pros.Run a recording session and elicit the best performances from an artist.Record and edit high-quality audio and MIDI tracks.Position microphones to capture superior sounds.Set up your home studio and improve the efficiency of your recording system.Use all the powerful features of Pro Tools.Visit for updates to this book and extra Pro Tools learning material. Practice the production process using four "Project" songs in different genres (rock, hip-hop, electronica, and jazz). The accompanying DVD-ROM includes 24 instructional videos on Pro Tools setups and techniques, in addition to 50 Pro Tools sessions that demonstrate techniques described in the book. This edition also includes new chapters on recording, editing, using MIDI, mixing, and mastering.
It also covers all the new Digidesign home studio hardware, including the 003, Mbox2 Pro, Mbox2 Mini, and many M-Audio products, and shows you how to use them effectively. Now in its third edition, the first book ever written about Pro Tools has been updated for Pro Tools 7.3, including all of the most recent improvements and features. Learn the latest Pro Tools functions and techniquesthe methods the top producers and engineers use to make their music projects stand out from the rest. This book provides a complete explanation of the entire production process, from initial song demo to final master, while showing you how Pro Tools supports each step. Producing in the Home Studio with Pro Tools (3rd Edition)Ĭreate exceptional music using Pro Tools, in the home or commercial studio. Take your demos through the entire music production process, and learn to apply a number of concepts and techniques that will dramatically improve the sound of your recordings, mixes, and masters. Recording and Producing in the Home Studio Learn the foundational skills needed to understand Pro Tools technology and software. Pro Tools 101 constitutes the first stage of Digidesigns Pro Tools certification program. This 12-week course will guide you through everything you need to know to create great-sounding home recordings using Digidesign's Pro Tools software.