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Summary: Logic Pro 8 and Logic Express 8
Comment: Well I was waiting for this book for months. Sure apple's docs are extensive, but theyr'e written by a real techie, and didn't find them very helpful. There also very long. So anyway, I like the combination of seeing, and doing, and that's how I learn.
Well I cracked the book, and went through the first couple of chapters. I still felt kind of overwhelmed like one of the reviewers said.
But as anything in life a trial by fire will dictate what the outcome is. 1) I had a major recording project for a song of mine's 2) I needed to learn logic.
Here's what I did. I used the MACPROVIDEO's as a good general outline, and then used logic 8 book as a reference. WHAT A COMBO! IT REALLY WORKED.
Anyway, I was able to record the song in TWO DAYS (weekend) and did the final touches later. I came back to the Logic book the other day and picked up from Lesson 6 and WOW it was much easier. I got the basics after it was drilled in my head.
The reason I switched to logic for now was Digidesign's lack of support for LEOPARD. They finally released a version for leopard, but I LOVE LOGIC NOW. So I'll probably use the combination of both, as as I go along.
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Summary: Easier than the Manual!
Comment: When I received Logic Pro 8 I knew I was in trouble. The literature included with the program was simply put, a little overwhelming. Being a beginner in all sense of the word, barely new to Garage Band as well, I knew I would require outside assistance and I found it in Apple Pro Training Series: Logic Pro 8 and Logic Express 8 (Apple Pro Training). Even though it says it also applies to Logic Express is just what the doctor ordered for a dummy of my category. The manual is an expanded and difficult reading while this book simplifies the approach to where there is hope for my learning style. I have been able to progress dramatically and that in a nutshell is why I write this review. With a much more understandable approach to the subject is money well spent. And what a program it is! Needless to say I Love my Apple computer and the possibilities it has offer me creatively specially musically. I give it a 4 Star for I am still in an upward learning curve and still on the lookout for any additional material that might make a music producer out of me yet. It probably deserves a 4.5 which in my opinion is a more precise way to rate a product. From 4 to 5 it's just too much of a leap and 5, of course, being perfection is only awarded to the rare and few. Thank you for reading and great luck with all the wonderful music this book will certainly allow users to make in their moments of inspiration. Long Live America and it's awesome citizens!
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Summary: What a tool!
Comment: This is a fantastic asset. Being new to Mac, and new to Logic, I needed some help. I made the right decision in getting this book with DVD!
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Summary: If you use Logic you need this book!
Comment: I very highly recommend this book to anyone who owns Logic. Whether you're new to Logic or you're an experienced user like me, you'll find that you're learning a lot throughout each lesson.
In each lesson the author takes you step by step through the various stages of producing a track. The book provides tons of tips and tricks and has great advice about creating good workflow habits.
A real treat is that some of the tracks on the accompanying DVD are professional Logic sessions that you can experiment with in order to hone your Logic skills.
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Summary: Excellent Introduction
Comment: I bought this book not only to get more familiar with Logic, but also to get ready for my apple certification exams. I learned quite a few tips and tricks just by going through the book, and I had already been using Logic for about a year. From recording shortcuts, to MIDI editing tips, mixing, and even sound for picture editing, there are plenty of new cool things to learn.
This book prepares you for the level 1 certification exam, and actually went and took the level 2 course with the author. In class, I found that I was completely prepared for everything we talked about, and I passed the level 1 exam without a hitch.
Excellent book.
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