Product Description

With a new plug-in that re-creates the sounds of 11 of the world's best-known guitar amps, distributed audio processing (which lets you tap into a virtually unlimited number of Macs), new software instruments (including a killer drum machine), and a slew of workflow enhancements, it's no wonder you're chomping at the bit to start using Logic Pro 7 and its streamlined sibling Logic Express 7. This Apple-certified guide ensures that you do-effectively, efficiently, and in as little time as possible! Veteran audio producer Martin Sitter uses step-by-step, project-based instruction and straightforward, jargon-free prose to detail the countless creative options Logic affords for audio production. After showing you how to set up Logic and begin recording audio with it, Martin details editing sequences, mixing techniques, and using Logic's software synthesizers, sampler and digital signal processors to put the perfect aural polish on their audio creations. The accompanying CD includes all the lesson files and media you'll need to complete the book's lessons.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #223569 in Books
• Published on: 2005-02-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 608 pages

From the Back Cover

With a new plug-in that re-creates the sounds of 11 of the world's best-known guitar amps, distributed audio processing (which lets you tap into a virtually unlimited number of Macs), new software instruments (including a killer drum machine), and a slew of workflow enhancements, it's no wonder you're chomping at the bit to start using Logic Pro 7 and its streamlined sibling Logic Express 7. This Apple-certified guide ensures that you do-effectively, efficiently, and in as little time as possible! Veteran audio producer Martin Sitter uses step-by-step, project-based instruction and straightforward, jargon-free prose to detail the countless creative options Logic affords for audio production. After showing you how to set up Logic and begin recording audio with it, Martin details editing sequences, mixing techniques, and using Logic's software synthesizers, sampler and digital signal processors to put the perfect aural polish on their audio creations. The accompanying CD includes all the lesson files and media you'll need to complete the book's lessons.

About the Author

Robert Brock heads the digital recording department at the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences in Phoenix. As a keyboardist he has performed on numerous albums and videos that have appeared on Billboard Top Ten charts. He has also composed and produced thematic music for professional sports teams and writes for several audio publications, including Pro Audio Review.

Customer Reviews

Reviewed by a Logic Express user
I bought Logic Express 7 as a step up from GarageBand and decided to buy this book after starting a new Logic Express song and finding I couldn't get a sound out of it -- plus I wanted something to guide me through Logic's features to make sure I was getting the most out of it.

Sitter's book covers Logic's main features in 14 lessons, which are designed to be run through in order. As such, the book's an excellent introduction for a newbie like me. It takes you from the basics (the first two lessons introduce Logic's windows and basic controls) to advanced topics, such as working with video (lesson 13) and surround sound (lesson 14). Each lesson starts by telling you roughly how long it will take, then guides you through its tasks in step-by-step fashion with useful screenshots for each major step. At the end of each lesson there's a quick summary of what you've learned. All this means that it won't make a great reference book, but as a teach-yourself book, it's excellent.

My main reservation, as a Logic Express user, on buying this book was to wonder how much it would deal with Logic Pro-only features. The answer is that there are only a few sections that deal with Pro-only features, but in the main what it covers applies to both Pro and Express. Mostly, the Pro-only sections are short, but half of lesson 13 and all of lesson 14 are Pro-only. There were a couple of small features that weren't tagged Pro-only but proved not to be available in Express, but this is my only gripe about a book that is otherwise excellent -- well-written, clear and direct, getting you hands-on right from the start, making the process of learning a complex program quite painless. Before starting this book, I was a bit overawed by all Logic Express's little buttons and submenus; now I know what they all do and I feel confident about getting on with making music.

The best place to start getting the most out of Logic 7
When faced with the manual that comes with Logic Pro 7 you would be forgiven for feeling more than a little lost. Logic is an incredible peice of software and of course it is going to take a while before you even scratch the surface of what it can do, but does it have to be so difficult? Thankfully no. This book takes you by the hand and starts from the beginning, using simple language and progressing in easy to manage steps. Whether you are a complete beginner or have been fiddling with Logic for years this should be essential reading. By the end of the book you will have grasped the fundamentals and will be ready to take the next step onto the advanced book.
If you are a Logic Express user then this book is equally as useful to you. While it does contain some Logic Pro only sections these are only a very small fraction of the book.
I recommend this to anybody who wants to really get to grips with Logic. Even if you think you're beyond the beginner stage, there will definitely be a few things in here that you don't, which could revolutionise the way you use Logic.

Well structured, essential for those moving from other packages.
I recently moved to Logic Express from Cakewalk Sonar when I purchased my Macbook Pro. This book has been essential to fully understand the windows, environment, workflow, tips and tricks in using Logic. I found the program less than intuitive in its layout and workflow compared to Sonar, but after a few tutorials with this book I am now much happier that I know my way around. There is a lot of depth to Logic that can remain hidden to new users without a guide like this. It is well written, well structured and well paced. Highly recommended.