Book Description

Cubase SX is a radical new Cubase which takes professional software-based music creation and production into the 21st century. With Cubase SX, the digital desktop recording studio is now a reality. Steinberg have streamlined the operation of the program while also increasing its power and flexibility. This makes SX faster and more logical to use. The Fast Guide to Cubase SX provides the information you need to quickly master the program and also explores advanced techniques. The book covers all the important details of the software including recording and editing in the Project window, audio looping and editing in the Sample editor, MIDI editing in the MIDI editors, and mixing and mastering in the Mixer. In addition, installation and setting up are covered, and detailed information on recording techniques, EQ, compression, gating, limiting, effects, automation, surround sound, VST instruments, tempo manipulation and synchronisation is provided. The book is packed full of hints, tips and tutorials and includes an extensive website list and glossary. This second edition includes coverage of the new functions of version 2. It also features a new chapter on mastering and a special tips and power tools chapter to help take your music production and programming to the next level. The Fast Guide to Cubase SX is the ideal companion for all users of the software, including musicians, producers, sound recordists and audio professionals. Book jacket.