The Remixer's Bible is a comprehensive collection
of interviews and dance music production tips from Keyboard magazine.
From downtempo and hip-hop to house and trance, this book is full of insider
information on techniques the pros use to create world-class remixes and dance
tracks. There's a section on getting started for beginners that details MIDI and
sample clearance. For veterans there's instruction on how to craft infectious
synth hooks and retro grooves, edit vocals, create loops, and compress bass
tracks. A handy section delves into the distinctions of various dance music
genres; loop tools, programming grooves, performing, and mixing are also
explored. Plenty of software tips are also on hand, detailing popular programs
like ReBirth, ACID, and Cakewalk.
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