Focal Press - Pro Tools LE and M-Powered: The Complete Guide By - Mike Collins
The complete guide
Mike Collins
Music Technology consultant (London, UK) who writes for magazines such as Macworld, Sound On Sound (UK), Pro Sound News Europe and Mix (USA).
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Features & Benefits
- Become an expert in Pro Tools LE and M-Powered and learn how to maintain a healthy computer system
- Gain the skills you need quickly with step-by-step tutorials to help you master the tools and techniques of the software
- Get creative with recording, mixing and editing projects and realise the full potential of your system
"Where else could you find out about Pro Tools version 7 and know you'll get the whole truth? As always, Mike astounds with his ability to go in depth into the detail, without losing the sense of the whole. And he does so with simple and direct language, easy to follow, and often humorous. I am impressed - once again!" - Dario Marianelli, Film Composer
"This book has all you need to know to take you from beginner's level, recording your first session, up to a professional level. It explains all the new MIDI features in Pro Tools 7 clearly and in detail. Even if you think you already know all about Pro Tools, this book will inspire and inform you about version 7." John Leckie, Record Producer
"An excellent introduction and guide to PT LE software & hardware options." - Phil Harding, Record Producer
"An essential companion for all LE users...Informs the reader in simple terms what the manuals either leave out or bury within the small print. This book is an absolute must for anyone who needs to plug in & start creating any style of music." - Geoff Smith, Producer
Pro Tools LE and M-Powered is an authoritative guide to Digidesign's entry-level hardware and software systems. Illustrated throughout with color screen grabs, the book starts by giving you useful overviews and advice about the hardware options available. Subsequent chapters are packed with easy-to-follow instructions, valuable hints and time-saving tips on how to use the software.
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Includes:
- Full coverage of all new features in version 7
- Information on tempos, clicks and grooves
- Two chapters on MIDI
- Useful tutorials on using Reason, Live and SampleTank
- Recommendations on backups and transfers
- Guidance on the DV Toolkit for post production
- For troubleshooting technical problems, advice on purchasing decisions or inspiration for new ideas, keep this book by your side as a vital reference point.
Introduction
Chapter 1 Understanding the Hardware options for Pro Tools LE
Chapter 2 The Digi 002 and the Command|8
Chapter 3 Understanding Pro Tools LE Software
Chapter 4 Getting Started
Chapter 5 Recording MIDI and using Virtual Instruments
Chapter 6 Recording Audio
Chapter 7 Editing
Chapter 8 Mixing
The Outro Final Mixdown, Burning to CD, and Backup
Appendix 1 Transferring Projects
Appendix 2 DV Toolkit for LE
Jargon Buster
