Critical Approaches to the Production of Music and Sound



English | 2018 | ISBN: 1501332058 | 289 Pages | PDF | 9 MB

Who produces sound and music? And in what spaces, localities and contexts? As the production of sound and music in the 21st Century converges with multimedia, these questions are critically addressed in this new edited collection by Samantha Bennett and Eliot Bates. Critical Approaches to the Production of Music and Sound features 16 brand new articles by leading thinkers from the fields of music, audio engineering, anthropology and media. Innovative and timely, this collection represents scholars from around the world, revisiting established themes such as record production and the construction of genre with new perspectives, as well as exploring issues in cultural and virtual production.

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Links update: 17/09/2023

In this video tutorial series, SD3 guru Luke Oswald delivers his final volume of tips and tricks, this time focusing on SD3’s Macro Parameter controls which give you incredible control over settings, making for very cool and creative sounds!

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Links update: 06/12/2018

Create music in real time, on stage, or while producing in the studio, with Ableton Live 10. In this course, music professor Rick Schmunk shows how to compose, record, remix, improvise, produce, and edit your musical ideas using this powerful software. Get familiar with the Live interface, learn how to set up your audio and MIDI hardware, and explore how to create a Live set. Plus, discover how to record and edit both MIDI and audio, shape the sound of your projects by applying effects to your tracks, warp audio, and much more. As you get acquainted with Live 10, you'll learn real-world production skills that can be applied to songwriting, studio production, and DJing.

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Lynda 27 Practical Tips for Songwriters TUTORiAL



MP4 (720p) | English | Duration: 1h 9m | 96.61 MB
Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Level: Intermediate

Songwriting can be a thrilling and rewarding profession, but it's not without its challenges. In this course, join professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher as he explores the craft—and business—of songwriting through a series of short, self-contained lessons that offer practical solutions to common problems. Cliff shares creative workarounds for songwriting issues, explaining what to do when you're stuck finding the perfect line or you can't tell if a song is finished. He also goes over problems—and offers solutions—for songwriters that are working in the recording studio or trying to pursue a career in music.

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Links update: 09/08/2020

A deep synth like Elektron’s Digitone requires an in-depth course! Watch this 20-tutorial course by artist and trainer Thavius Beck, and learn to get creative with this modern-day FM synth monster.

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SlamAcademy Ableton Live 10 Part 4 Sound Design & Samplers



ilfsn | 2.7 Hours + Project Files | 1.06GB

For years I’ve been teaching Ableton Live in the college classroom. As a University Professor, my classes are sought after, and, frankly, expensive. I believe Ableton Live can be learned by anyone, and cost shouldn’t be a barrier. This class uses the same outline and syllabus I’ve used in my college classes for years, at a fraction of the cost.

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Academy.fm - Production Fundamentals: Logic Pro X



MP4 | 564 MB

Logic Pro X is sought after by producers everywhere for its stellar collection of stock effects and instruments – among other things. It’s packed with powerful tools that make producing in the box extremely effective.

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Academy.fm - Everything New in Logic Pro X



MP4 | 111 MB

Whether you’re a seasoned Logic user who just upgraded to Logic Pro X or you’re picking up Logic Pro for the first time, the new features presented in this video will be extremely useful in helping you understand the full potential of this new and improved DAW.

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Links update: 12/03/2022

The depth and complexity of Dubstep can be pretty overwhelming for many producers. Writing, arrangement, mixing, and designing sounds in this genre takes tons of practice. To help you gain a better understanding of what goes into a Dubstep track, we created an extremely in-depth start to finish course – this time in FL Studio 12.

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Academy.fm - Livestream: Advanced Vocal Chops Sound Design With Zetta



MP4 | 502 MB

In this video, Zetta dives deep into the art of making unique vocal chops that will stand out from the rest.

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Academy.fm - Setting Up Your Default Template in FL Studio 12



MP4 | 173 MB

Setting up a default template in your DAW is a great way to streamline your structured habits and speed up your workflow. Having all your regular synths and tools at your disposal will help you get ideas down much more quickly!

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Licklibrary Classic Albums Diary Of A Madman (2018)



P2P | 01 May 2018 | 1.83 GB

Released on November 7, 1981, Diary of a Madman is the second solo studio album by British heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne and the final studio album to feature groundbreaking guitarist, Randy Rhoads. Packed full of immense riffs including, “Over the Mountain,” “Flying High Again” and “S.A.T.O,” this classic album also has some subtle and dynamic moments with the tracks, “You Can’t Kill Rock and Roll” and the heartrending power ballad “Tonight.”

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Academy.fm - Mastering MIDI in FL Studio 12: Shortcuts, Tips, & Tricks



MP4 | 150 MB

The piano roll in FL Studio 12 has become renowned as one of the best in any DAW. Its appealing aesthetics and plethora of features make it the ideal writing tool for producers everywhere.

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Academy.fm - How to Make a Beat: Start to Finish - Damn



MP4 | 782 MB

FL Studio 12 has become one of the most popular DAWs for Hip Hop production. Thousands of producers including huge artists like Murda Beatz, Mike WiLL Made-It, Boi-1da, and plenty more all take advantage of FL Studio 12 on a regular basis.

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Academy.fm - The Basics of Mixing in FL Studio 12



MP4 | 704 MB

Once you’ve gotten some ideas down and the writing and arranging portion of your track is coming to an end, it’s time to start improving the quality of your mixdown. Mixing is a fine art that requires ear training, practice, and patience – and FL Studio 12 is packed with tons of tools and features that make mixing fun and efficient.

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