Software Synthesizers - Softcover

Aiken, Jim

 
9780879307523: Software Synthesizers

Synopsis

(Book). The authoritative guide to the world's newest and most powerful musical instruments! Your computer may not look like a musical instrument, but with today's advanced software tools, even a modest Mac or PC can open up a world of rich and inspiring new sounds. This book provides a guided tour of the hottest programs for making music, with clear, concise explanations of the latest sound synthesis techniques. In-depth, expert reviews reveal what you can do with Reason, Reaktor, Kantos, Absynth, Attack, Live, Fruityloops and more than two dozen other applications. Topics covered include: physical modeling and FM synthesis, filters and envelope generators, using MIDI, sampled loop libraries and more.

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About the Author

During his 25 years as a writer and editor at Keyboard magazine, Jim Aikin has become known around the world as an expert on synthesizers and music technology. He also composes music in his PC-based home studio using a variety of synthesizers.

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