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			The S.M.A.R.T. Guide to Mixing and Mastering Audio Recordings By Bill Gibson: Retail price: $39.99 OUR PRICE: $32.99 Description We live in an age where technological advances in the music industry are so commonplace that they seem to happen every day. Many of these advances have made it possible for almost anyone to develop a system capable of producing hit-quality audio. The only bad news is that by opening the doors for everyone, new audio technology has also made a lot more competition. If you're going to have an edge in an increasingly competitive industry, such as music and audio, mixing and mastering skills are essential. Nothing crushes creative potential more effectively than a shabby attempt at an amateurish mixdown. The S.M.A.R.T Guide to Mixing and Mastering Audio Recordings provides proven, time-tested tools to create mixes that compete well in the musical marketplace and compare favorably with the recordings you hear on your favorite CDs and DVDs. Professional-level techniques are explained thoroughly with numerous screenshots in a hands-on, full-color format. Topics covered include setting up for mixdown, mixing all of the rhythm section instruments, addressing surround considerations, understanding the proper use of effects and stereo imaging, and learning mastering techniques that will give your productions the impact and power they deserve. The companion DVD includes audio examples of the concepts discussed in the text, plus step-by-step instructional video examples that show you how to optimize your recordings in crucial situations. Comes with a DVD full of audilo and video examples! Features Part of The S.M.A.R.T. Guide series, this is the fifth book out of a truly organized path through the entire recording process, from initial considerations to mixdown, mastering and replication. Provides a comprehensive, up-to-date education on the process of mixing and mastering audio and the various disciplines required to achieve professional results. Written by one of the best-selling authors in the recording field, Bill Gibson, who has spent the last 25 years writing, recording, producing, and teaching music. Addresses somewhat difficult concepts in an easy-to-understand and accessible style. To round out the learning experience, this book includes a comprehensive DVD with audio and video examples along with pertinent print materials such as track sheets, delay charts, and other useful items. Table of Contents 1. Getting Ready for Mixdown 2. Monitors and the Mixing Environment 3. Mixing Theories and Concepts 4. Panning and Imaging 5. Mixing Techniques for Rhythm Section and Voice 6. Automation Systems 7. Pulling it All Together 8. Preparing for Mastering and Duplication 9. Mastering Author Bio Bill Gibson, President of Northwest Music and Recording, has spent the last 25 years writing, recording, producing and teaching music and has become well-known for his production, performance and teaching skills. As an instructor at Green River College in Auburn, WA, holding various degrees in composition, arranging, education and recording, he developed a practical and accessible teaching style which provided the basis for what was to come--15 books, a DVD, and a VHS video for MixBooks/ArtistPro along with a dozen online courses for members of ArtistPro.com. Bill's writings are acclaimed for their straightforward and understandable explanations of recording concepts and applications.