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Jumpstart Logic Pro 10.6

By : Jay Asher
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Jumpstart Logic Pro 10.6

By: Jay Asher

Overview of this book

Logic Pro is Apple’s flagship application for music creation, found in many professional music studios across the globe. It is a powerful digital audio workstation that comes with all the software tools that you need to create music that sounds great. In the previous version, Logic Pro 10.5, Apple had added impressive features to what was already a full package of tools, loops, FX plug-ins, and software instruments. Providing a comprehensive introduction if you’re new to Mac computer music creation, this practical guide will show you how to use Logic Pro and have you up to speed in no time. You’ll not only understand what Apple’s Logic Pro software can do but also get hands-on with using it to accomplish various musical tasks. The book starts by getting you up and running with the basic terminologies. As you progress, you’ll explore how to create audio and MIDI musical parts. To build on your knowledge further, the book will guide you through developing an automated mix. In addition to this, you’ll learn how to bounce mixes and audio files for distribution. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-versed with Logic Pro and have the skills you need to create professional-quality music.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)

Chapter 8: Logic Pro's Step Sequencer

Programmable step sequencers have been around for a very long time, in analog synths and drum machines. If you have ever played a kick or snare part into a drum machine, for instance, you have programmed a step sequencer. (For that matter, if you have ever created steps in Ultrabeat, you have done so as well.)

Until 10.6, though, Logic Pro did not have a proper one, but they do now!

Specifically, this chapter covers the following:

  • The Step Sequencer
  • The Pattern Browser
  • Pattern Loops