Posts Tagged ‘Music’

Free Music Production Software Effective in Music Production?

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

The availability of free music production software has impacted music production both positively and negatively. It has impacted positively on the side of the artists and more negatively on the professional music producers. It has also affected the designers of the software both negatively and positively.

There are many modern music production software versions that can be downloaded for free online. Not all are effective in music production, while some free software produce very high quality output which is better than those produced using purchased software.

Most of the free software have numerous virtual instruments, many unbeatable tools and mostly have a flexible arrangements and perfect sound design. The wide range of the production software availed online enables one to have a wide range of options to choose from. One can even choose to try producing the music using different versions and only choose the one which produces quality music.

Most of the free programs are easy to use, especially for beginners. They provide audio lessons and are mostly updated with the latest beats and other modern features. This makes one to be able to produce music with modern beats even without prior knowledge. It also enables beginners to start their career at a high note hence in the long run making them be able to compete well with those already established it the career. Most beginners have limited budgets and would opt for cheaper poor quality production software if the free production software were not available. Hence, availing the software for free has helped many artists be able to work on their dream and make it come true.

Free music production software cuts down production costs, since one does not incur any expenses in obtaining the software. This has a positive effect on the music production since it enables one to produce the music and sell at a affair price. It also cuts the expenses one would have incurred to be instructed on how to produce music. The availability of audio lessons has enabled many people learn more on music production.

However, availing the software for free has had many setbacks to software designers. Most music producers are opting for the free production software so as to cut down production costs the burden of which can cripple many an artist’s dream. This has reduced the market for the software to most designers. Most designers have opted to avail some of their software for free so as to market the rest. It has also created an avenue for stiff competition among the designers.

It has also affected persons who had taken music production as their profession. Most artists used to hire music producers who already had their own production software. This was not a cheap affair to engage in. However, with the availability of free music production software online, most artists are considering downloading it and using the audio lessons to learn how to run the software.

Hence, free music production software has impacted the music production industry both positively and negatively.

Thomas Kerson has been producing music for the last 4 years. He also is a stay at home dad who has a love for home improvement. Check out his site on kitchen unit doors

Ion Audio ? Bring Your Music to Life

Thursday, April 29th, 2010


Ion Audio products are exciting, new, and help make your music portable and accessible. Featured products include:

 

The Block Rocker – allows you to take your iPod music anywhere with no cords or hassel. Block Rocker is the perfect portable speaker system for traveling musicians, entertainers and event coordinators. Block Rocker has a long-lasting rechargeable battery, sturdy construction and portable design, making certain that it can be taken anywhere and everywhere. It features a high-efficiency amplifier with four inputs for connecting microphones, instruments, CD/MP3 players, and a universal dock for iPod.

Another exciting Ion Audio product is the iCue MP3 Mixing Software and Hardware Controller. The ION iCue system allows you to mix MP3 files directly from your computer. iCue features professional CUE LE DJ software and a dedicated controller, allowing you to scratch, control pitch and automatically beat-match digital music. With built-in sampling and looping, iCue helps you mix like a pro. iCue even lets you preview the music in your headphones before it reaches the audience. You can also record your performance to create mixes to listen to on your iPod or other personal audio player! iCue is everything one needs to DJ with a computer.

Now you can create professional podcasts and get them heard with Ion Audio’s U CAST. If you’ve ever wanted to have your own radio show or make custom, personalized broadcasts, podcasting is a great way to start and ION Audio has the perfect solution to help. U CAST is the best way to make your own podcasts for internet posting. Anything is possible with U CAST; you can host your own talk show, mix sounds and music like a radio DJ, or be a movie critic heard by millions around the world. U CAST gives you everything you need: a professional-grade USB microphone, headphones, sound editing software and an easy way to deliver your Podcast to the masses. Your podcast can be downloaded and played on computers and portable music devices everywhere.

Ever wanted to finally move those old LPs to CDs? Now you can with Ion Audio’s LP2CD. You can finally listen to those LPs at home, in the car, and elsewhere with the LP2CD. Ion Audio’s LP2CD is the fastest and easiest way to convert your old vinyl recordings directly to CD. Or, choose the Ion Audio LPDock, and transfer your LP collection to your iPod. This new and exciting product allows you to archive your records to CD or MP3. Like magic, you’ll be listening to your old records in CD format, iTunes, or on your iPod with these new products!

Now you can also create MP3s from your cassette or tape collection! The Ion Audio TAPE2PC, lets you convert the music from your old audio cassettes into MP3s. Simply plug the TAPE2PC into your computer using the provided USB cable, install the software, and start converting your music. Then, you can easily transfer your new MP3 files to your iPod or other MP3 player.

Need to convert home video on Video Cassettes into digital video files? Ion Audio has the solution – the Ion Audio VCR2PC — which allows you to convert any old VHS to your computer. Ion Audio VCR2PC is a new and innovative VHS player with single-cable USB output. It allows you to save all of your favorite home movies and videos straight to your PC, so you can take them anywhere!

Ion Audio products can be found at a great discount through Genesis Technologies, Inc. To find more about Ion Audio Digital Audio & Music Products, visit the Genesis Technologies web site.

Genesis Technologies offers academic discounts on software for students, faculty, and staff of K-12 schools, community colleges, and universities. We also offer software discounts to 501(c)3 non-profit organizations. Visit www.genesis-technologies.com for more information!

Music Maker 14

Monday, April 26th, 2010

  • Music Maker 14

Product Description
MAGIX Music Maker 14 Producer Edition is the complete, studio environment for music production that is expandable using VST technology. Take advantage of the high quality virtual instruments, sophisticated MIDI editing and top-of-the-line audio tools. You can look forward to high quality sound effects, elastic audio, an unbeatable mastering suite and more!… More >>

Music Maker 14

Fun Music Software.

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Music Software That Makes Learning The Piano Easy And Fun!
Fun Music Software.

Healing Music Sessions.

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Music That Heals. Different Sessions For Different Orgrans As Well As Relaxation And Concentration Music Sessions.
Healing Music Sessions.

Music Production and Beat Maker Software – Produce Hip Hop, Rap, Loops and More

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010


Go to easymusicproduction.com to download this beat machine. This music maker software is an awesome way to create your own music. You own all the copyrights and royalties for the music you create using this software. Make your own music and be a star. You can also mix the music. No need to buy beats anymore. All the beats and music produced using this software are absolutely free and you can even sell it. Start making music online and be the next star. how to make beats online beat maker beat machine music maker software make music online produce music software online drum machines beat making machine how to make rap beats make instrumentals online produce instrumentals produce rap beats online produce rap instrumentals online beat making music production machine beat making online make beats with software

Mastering Digital Audio Production: The Professional Music Workflow with Mac OS X

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Product Description
This comprehensive guide shows you how to integrate a variety of production tools for the Mac OS X platform into all stages of audio production so that you can create and produce music. From single applications to complete suites, you’ll discover the software toolsets that are best for you and then discover how to incorporate them into a coherent workflow. Featuring best practices, real-world examples, and interviews with audio professionals, this book pulls toget… More >>

Mastering Digital Audio Production: The Professional Music Workflow with Mac OS X

The music studio equipment you can?t do without

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

You have the studio set up where the musicians will create their magic, but the control room – where the recording will take place – is still bare. This is the music studio equipment you need:

Microphone

Of all the music studio equipment you will buy, the microphones will be one of your most important investments. The microphone converts sound into an electrical signal, and poor quality microphones will make it much more difficult to produce high-quality sound.

Mixing console (also soundboard or audio mixer)

This is an electronic device used to combine (or mix), route, and change the level, tone quality and dynamics of audio signals. Depending on the type of console you pick, you can also mix analogue or digital signals. One application for this piece of music studio equipment is to combine the signals from two separate microphones – e.g. from two vocalists – to be heard through one speaker.

Studio (or reference) monitors

These monitors are in effect loudspeakers which are specifically designed for application in recording, film, television and radio studios. These speakers are designed to give an accurate reproduction of the qualities of the audio that is produced in the studio. In other words, the frequency of the sound is not manipulated by the monitors and no distortion takes place. As a result, these monitors are more robust (and expensive) than home hi-fi speakers, as they have to cope with high volumes and sudden sound bursts that may happen in the studio.

Digital audio workstation (DAW)

This workstation is an electronic system designed to record, edit and play back digital audio. With this piece of music studio equipment, recorded sounds can be freely manipulated, edited and played back. The DAW can also be used to convert signals from analogue to digital and vice versa.

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Super Duper Music Looper

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

  • Fun, easy way for kids to make their own music on the computer
  • Big buttons, simple tools, and musical building blocks called loops
  • 100s of real instrument sounds such as drums, keyboards, guitars, and horns
  • Plug a microphone into computerÆs sound card and software will record
  • Includes 10 demo songs; microphone not included; for ages 6 to 9

Product Description
Super Duper Music Looper software is the fun, easy way for kids to make their own music on the computer. Using big buttons, simple tools, and musical building blocks called loops; anyone can create catchy tunes in minutes! Super Duper Music Looper software includes hundreds of real instrument sounds such as drums, keyboards, guitars, and horns — plus fun sound effects — that can combined in endless ways for hours of creative fun. Plug a microphone into your comp… More >>

Super Duper Music Looper

What?s The Best Music Production Software?

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

We all know that there are a lot of different choices you can choose from when it comes to music production software. In fact, you can get some very professional versions that can cost over $1,000!

Most of us could never afford something so expensive, and we probably wouldn’t even know how to work it. And yet, no one wants to get stuck with some cheap music production software that barely works at all.

A while ago, I came across something that’s quite new. I have to admit, I thought it looked a bit sketchy at first, but I decided to give it a try because I had read some great reviews on the product. This software uses an amazing cutting edge music sequencer, which allows you to export to MP3 formatting.

The great thing about this software is that it includes music production tutorials, so you don’t have to learn everything yourself.  The tutorials include different keyboards, studios and strategies on how you can make the best music.

This software provides the most efficient tools for music production, and unlike other complicated systems, this one is actually really easy, intuitive, and fun to use. I play the piano, and I have a Yahama keyboard, which I have been able to sync up with this music production software. I can actually make my own piano music and then add certain percussion beats and other background sounds to make it sound even better! I just love it.

This can definitely benefit anyone who is a piano player and has a piano keyboard with a MIDI input/output.  Even if you’re not a piano player, you can STILL make high quality, amazing music. There are thousands of sounds to choose from, and once you’re finished making a song, you can easily convert it to MP3 format and make a CD or drop it right onto your iPod or other MP3 player.

Even though this music software is easy to just start using right away, it includes a lot of great instructional tutorials to show you how to make the most of your music production, teaching you some awesome tips and tricks about producing music, and guiding you through the whole process. You can even use the software to actually help you learn how to play the piano and other instruments. This is all offered through their unique members’ area training center.

So, what am I talking about? Click here to find out, and don’t be put off by the dark website graphics! This is actually a really great product, it helped me create better piano music and it can definitely help you too!

Elise Moreau is a recent university graduate with a business and IT degree, and experienced piano player, visit her personal website at www.EliseMoreau.com.