Hal Leonard Recording Method: For Bands, Singer-Songwriters & More

(RECORDING INSTRUCTION). The Hal Leonard Recording Method is the perfect introduction for anyone interested in learning the basics of recording audio for bands, singer/songwriters, and more. Veteran studio engineer and author Jake Johnson takes you through the fundamentals of audio recording, from gear and set-up through mixing and mastering, sharing invaluable tips and guideposts along the way. Also features valuable audio demonstration tracks and video tutorials! Topics covered include: digital audio basics * basic gear and setup * inputs and outputs (I/O) * audio sources & microphones * capturing & editing audio * plug-ins, effects & signal processing * mixing * mastering * and more. Audio and video files are accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.