mitp Verlag Cubase Elements

The independent recording and production of music represents a milestone in the musical career. But this also needs to be properly planned and practiced. The music software Cubase is one of the most popular working tools and offers with its numerous functions for recording, editing, mixing and mastering music ideal tools for best results. Cubase Elements is the affordable entry-level version for a successful start in the world of music production.

Cubase Elements for Beginners explains step-by-step how to use the software from recording to the finished song. This is done in a didactically clever way using a continuous song example, a red thread that will teach you everything you need to know and master in order to use the program. In addition to recording, mixing and mastering, you will learn the complete range of possibilities and how to use them effectively.

In addition, you'll get an inside look at the Score Editor and learn the basics of harmony theory.

Content:

• Getting to know Cubase - the eLicenser, transport field, tracks, VST instruments.
• First song attempts: using external audio data and recording your own sounds
• Setting up Cubase individually and using the Mix Console creatively
• Creating beats with the virtual drum kit and experimenting with effects
• Using external instruments such as guitars, synthesizers and wind and string instruments
• Match vocals with other instruments
• Add VST plug-ins and instruments, eg. Steinberg HALion Sonic, Groove Agent, Native Instruments Kontakt, Massive X
• Getting to know special tracks: audio track, chord track and chord pads
• Using the Score Editor
• Basics of harmony
• Exporting a finished song or even an album as WAV or MP3 files
• In the appendix: Cubase install