The 16th annual industry directory with all of the business information and contacts you need to successfully operate in the music industry. This standard bearer publication contains over 15,000 lists in over 60 categories ranging from record labels...
Based on the bestselling MixBooks title, the Live Sound Reinforcement deluxe DVD is for anyone serious about operating professional sound reinforcement equipment – whether you run sound for a rock band, mix acoustic performers in a small club...
Aspiring musicians often enter the music business with unreal expectations, and are inevitably disappointed. Reality Check is the first book that gives a completely honest look at what success is in today's recording industry and the smart steps a...
The third title in the series from author Bobby Owsinski takes you into the tracking process for all manner of instruments and vocals. Learn the tricks the professionals use to record exceptional audio tracks for hit records and learn directly from...
Produce recordings that can compete in the musical arena! When used correctly, compressors, limiters, gates, expanders and other dynamics processors are essential tools for creating recordings that sound impressive and professional. They can turn an...
Get the most out of your home studio with this book and CD! Learn the proper way to set up your gear. See and hear the difference simple changes in equipment connection, selection, and placement make. Have you been wondering if it makes a difference...
Sound Advice on Digital Audio will give you the information and insight you need to get the most out of your equipment and make your own world-class recordings. This information-packed guide provides step-by-step instruction along with a CD of...
If you want to produce recordings that sound impressive and musical, you need this book and CD! They're filled with techniques and examples designed to help your mixes come alive. You'll soon understand how the controls on your equalizers and...
This edition of the popular InstantPro series gives you an in-depth look at the often misunderstood art of music mastering. Mastering is the final step between the recording studio and the manufacturing plant; it's where the tracks are optimized for...
Professional-sounding recordings start with a great sound source, informed microphone selection and excellent technique. If you don't make good microphone choices, you'll constantly fight to get a great sound. Learn how the three most common...
Learn how to use this communication protocol to enhance your recordings in the third millennium. Whether you're creating a MIDI sequencing extravaganza, supporting an acoustic recording or synchronizing equipment, MIDI (which has come a long way...
If you want your mixes to sound great, even next to your favorite commercial release of your favorite artist, you need this book and CD! You'll learn mixing techniques and hear audio examples designed to help you create a professional-sounding mix....
Sound Advice on Music Production demonstrates specific organizational and technical considerations to help you in the practicalities of finishing a project in a polished professional manner. Veteran author Bill Gibson (The AudioPro Home Recording...
It's as simple as this: If the vocal sounds good, the song sounds good. If the vocal sounds bad, the song will probably sound bad. This addition to the popular InstantPro series brings you an in-depth look at the delicate art and science of...
Getting a great drum sound is a Holy Grail for many engineers, and this latest addition to the popular InstantPro series will give you the knowledge you need to record drums like a pro, in any situation! Sound Advice on Recording and Mixing Drums is...