The Power in Cakewalk SONAR (Quick Pro Guides)

Jr., William Edstrom

ISBN 10: 1476806012 / ISBN 13: 9781476806013

Published by Hal Leonard Books, 2013

Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00103744407

Synopsis:

If you are new to SONAR or just new to the X-series, this is the first book to read. The Power in Cakewalk SONAR will get you up to speed quickly with all the core workflows in this powerful music production system. The book is liberally illustrated with screenshots and diagrams to make learning easier. 

This book not only covers the essentials for recording and editing, but also grounds it in the history of Cakewalk including demystifying the bundled plug-ins and virtual instruments. The included DVD takes it further with video examples. Here is what to expect in each chapter:

1. The History of Cakewalk SONAR
2. Computers, Windows, and SONAR
3. Audio Device Setup
4. MIDI Device Setup
5. Navigating Skylight
6. The Control Bar
7. Tracks and Clips
8. The Inspector
9. The Browser
10. Recording Audio
11. Editing Audio
12. Recording with Soft Synths
13. Editing MIDI
14. More About Soft Synths
15. Console View Tips and Tricks
16. Using the ProChannel
17. ProChannel Modules
18. Using Plug-in Effects
19. The Included Plug-in Effects
20. Mixing Down and Exporting
21. Active Controller Technology

The author maintains a strong focus on using the advanced Smart Tool for editing. This should be very helpful for long-time SONAR users who want to get up to speed fast. New users will enjoy cutting to the chase to focus on music creation as fast as possible.

The included DVD adds the following video tutorials:

1. The Skylight Interface
2. Audio Device Setup
3. MIDI Keyboard Controller Setup
4. Working with Tracks and Clips
5. The Control Bar
6. Smart Tool Editing
7. Intro to AudioSnap
8. Intro to Matrix View
9. Automation Fundamentals
10. Mix Example 1
11. Mix Example 2
12. Setting up a PreSonus FaderPort to work with SONAR

NOTE: Due to changes in workflow from SONAR X1 and earlier, you will get the most out of this book if you have SONAR X2 or later.

About the Author: WILLIAM EDSTROM, JR., an author, audio engineer, and business owner, is best known for his video tutorials on DAW technology, mixing, mastering, and plug-ins produced for Groove 3. He has a degree in electrical engineering, plays guitar and bass, and has decades of experience in all aspects of recording and sound reinforcement.  He is the author of two books on music production using modern DAW software both published by Hal Leonard Books.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Power in Cakewalk SONAR (Quick Pro ...
Publisher: Hal Leonard Books
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good