Logic Pro 101

Acknowledgments

Introduction. Welcome to Apple Logic Pro
About This Book
Course Prerequisites .
Course Organization and Sequence
The NPT Digital Media Production Program
How Can I Learn More?
Conventions and Symbols Used in This Book

Chapter 1. Logic Pro Background
The Logic Pro Digital Audio Workstation
Logic Pro History and Evolution
Audio Characteristics: Waveform, Frequency, and Amplitude
Converting Audio to Digital
Logic Pro System Configurations
Shortcuts and Naming Conventions
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 1. Selecting Your Audio Production Gear

Chapter 2. Getting Started with Logic Pro
Target Systems
Software Installation and Operation
Logic Pro File Structure
Starting Logic Pro
The Logic Pro Menu Structure
Logic Pro Windows and Views
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 2. Identifying the Primary Logic Pro Windows and Views

Chapter 3. Logic Pro Basic Controls
Playback in the Main Window
Region Editing in the Workspace
Zooming and Scrolling in the Main Window
Selections and Rulers in the Main Window
Quick Help Tips
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 3. Primary Tools and Controls

Chapter 4. Creating Your First Project
Project Chooser
Creating and Configuring a Logic Pro Project
Working with Tracks
Controlling Playback
Saving, Locating, and Opening Logic Pro Files
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 4. Creating a Project

Chapter 5. Importing and Working with Media
Considerations Prior to Import
Import Methods
Other Methods of Importing Audio Files
Importing Video
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 5. Importing Audio

Chapter 6. Making Your First MIDI Recording
MIDI Basics
MIDI in Logic Pro
Setting the Base Meter and Tempo
Preparing to Record MIDI
Using Virtual Instruments
Recording MIDI
Creating and Editing MIDI Performances
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 6. Working with MIDI

Chapter 7. Making Your First Audio Recording
Before Recording
Preparing to Record
Recording and Managing Audio
Organizing after Recording
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 7. Recording Audio

Chapter 8. Selecting and Navigating
Working with Selections in the Tracks Area
Adjusting the View of Your Tracks
Adjusting the Project View
Organizing Your Project
Using Markers for Locations and Selections
Using Arrangement Markers
Living in Color
Submixing Workflows
Using Track Stacks to Submix
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 8. Recording, Configuring, and Adding Markers to an Arrangement

Chapter 9. Editing Your Media
Selecting Playback Options
Using the Grid, Division Value, and Snap Settings
Editing Regions
Flex Time and Pitch
Moving and Resizing Regions
Creating Fade Effects
Undoing Your Work
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 9. Editing Audio

Chapter 10. Mixing and Creating a Bounce
Basic Mixer Terminology
Working in the Mixer
Using Plug-In Processors
Applying Mix Automation
Backing Up Your Project
Creating a Stereo Mixdown
Review/Discussion Questions
Exercise 10. Automating Shared Effects and Exporting a Stereo Mix

Final Project 1. Creating a Musical Arrangement
Final Project 2. Creating a Mix