Audio Mashup Construction Kit: ExtremeTech


HERE ARE SOME SOUND IDEAS.

Wonder what would happen if the Big Band sound crashed into heavy metal? Or what the offspring of a balladeer and a rapper might sound like? How about smooth jazz and acid rock? Stop wondering-this book will take you there. You'll explore hardware and software choices first and select what you need; then you'll sample a little music theory. After that, it's step by step to the big mashup. Do what sounds good.

How to mix & mash.

Cool stuff you'll learn:

  • How to use mashup construction software
  • Basics of songwriting and music theory
  • Insider tips on selecting your songs
  • How to get your tracks in key and in sync
  • Ways to extract vocals from full songs
  • Tricks for arranging your mashup for maximum impact
  • How to polish up your mashup with mastering and effects
  • Rendering, distribution, and legal considerations

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Author: Jordan "DJ Earworm" Roseman
ISBN: 0471771953/9780471771951
Pages: 338
Publication Date: 2006-06-21