Course Highlights
  • Learn how to set-up and navigate around Logic Pro X so you can learn to use this amazing piece of softare
  • Import and search Apple Loops to easily help you create you own music
  • Be able to record and edit MIDI Information easily and Quickly in Logic Pro X
  • Record your own audio in Logic Pro X
  • Avoid common pitfalls and mistakes in Music Production which other Logic Pro X users make
  • Understand mixing and mastering to help you make your songs sound professional
  • Learn how to build your own track from nothing
  • Improve your general skills in Music Production
Skills you will learn!
Curriculum

4 Topics
Introduction
Getting the Most from this Course
Before we get Started
Before you Start Enable the Complete Features!

8 Topics
Introduction to This Section
How to Create a New Project + Choosing a Track Type
A Brief Overview of the Interface in Logic Pro X
Part 1: Recording Software Instruments
Part 2: A Brief Overview of Recording and Editing Synths in Logic Pro X
Part 3: Recording Audio + a Brief Overview of Audio Preferences
Part 4: Apple Loops Brief Overview - Adding Drum Loops to our Song
Part 5: A Brief Overview of Saving and Bouncing

14 Topics
Introduction to This Section
How to Download the Sound Library in Logic Pro X
Preferences - Part 1: Essential Audio Preferences
Preferences - Part 2: Startup Action
Control Bar - Part 1: Views
Control Bar - Part 2: Transport + Modes and Functions
LCD Display
Saving and Opening
Templates
Tracks
Musical Typing
Keyboard shortcuts and Key Commands
Screensets
Global Tracks and Markers - Brief Overview

5 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Apple Loops - Part 1
Apple Loops - Part 2: Navigation
Apple Loops - Part 3: Importing
Apple Loops - Part 4: Create a Groove

11 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Introduction and Overview of Live Loops
Navigation and Playing Back a Loop
Triggering Scenes and Quantize Start
Queuing and Dequeuing
Importing Content into a Cell - Part 1
Importing Content into a Cell - Part 2
Cell Inspector - Cell Length + Loop Length
Play Modes
Cell Editor
Recording and Copying the Live Loops to the Tracks Area

13 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Software Instruments
Piano Roll Editor
Tool Bars for MIDI
Quantising
Making a beat - The Drums
Making a beat - The Bass
Making a beat - The keyboard or keys
ES2 Synth Overview
Ultrabeat Part 1
Ultrabeat Part 2
Drummer
Score Editor

6 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Settings up Recording Audio Preferences
What type of microphone to use?
Recording performers to get the best out of them
Mulitrack Recording
Recording External Synths

13 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Introduction and Brief Overview of the Step Sequencer
Drum Bass and Melodic Pattern Presets
Velocity Subrow
Gate and Tie Subrow
Note Repeat Subrow
Chance Subrow
Loops Start/End and Start Offset Subrows
Playback Modes and Octave + Skip Subrows
Step Rate Pattern Length and Triplets
Scale Quantize Templates and Swing
Step Automation - Part 1
Step Automation - Part 2

5 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Automation
Multiple Automated Parameters
MIDI Draw and MIDI Automation
MIDI Sustain Pedal Automation

3 Topics
Basic Mixing
Channel EQ
Panning

4 Topics
Compressor - Part 1: Main Interface
Compressor - Part 2: Different Circuit Types
De-Esser 2
Sidechain Compression

7 Topics
Using Aux Sends
Using Aux Groups
Space Designer Reverb
Space Designer - Part 2: Create your own Impulse Response
ChromaVerb - Part 1: Main Window
ChromaVerb - Part 2: Room Types
ChromaVerb - Part 3: Details Window

6 Topics
Delay Designer
Echo
Amp Designer and Pedalboard
Modulation Plugins
Bouncing
Mastering

2 Topics
Flex Time
Flex Pitch

5 Topics
Part 1 - Bypass Loudness Compensation and Reanalyze
Part 2 - EQ Section
Part 3 - Character
Part 4 - Dynamics Section
Part 5 - Spread Section

6 Topics
Introduction to This Section
Introduction to this Section
Reference Tracks
Loudness Normalization
Loudness Units (LUFS)
True Peak

3 Topics
Vintage Console EQ
Vintage Tube EQ
Vintage Graphic EQ

7 Topics
Studio Strings
Studio Horns
Vintage Mellotron
Phat FX
Step FX
Smart Tempo - Part 1: Overview
Smart Tempo - Part 2: The Editor and Recording Audio

7 Topics
How to use the Gain Tool
How to Record MIDI Effects
Free Tempo Recording - MIDI
Free Tempo Recording - Audio
Nested Track Stacks
How to use Individual Stompbox Effects
Preferences is Now Called Settings

3 Topics
Space Designer FX
Touch Bar
Arpeggiator

5 Topics
Apple Loops
Making a Beat - The Drums
Making a Beat - The Bass
Making a Beat - The Keyboards or Synths
Drummer

10 Topics
Welcome to this Section
Sampler Introduction
Importing Audio into the Sampler
Mapping Window
Zone Tab
Synth Tab
Modulation - Part 1 : Amp Envelope
Modulation - Part 2 : Using Multiple Envelopes
Sampler LFO's
Modulation Matrix

6 Topics
Quick Sampler Introduction
Recorder Function
Classic + One Shot Modes
Slice Mode
Synth Controls and Envelopes
LFO's and Modulation Matrix

12 Topics
Alchemy Part 1
Alchemy Part 2 - The Advanced Tab
Alchemy Part 3 - Envelopes Modulation and Effects
Alchemy Part 4 - The MSEG Envelope
Alchemy Part 5 - Mod Map and Show Target
Alchemy Part 6 - The Arpeggiator
Alchemy Part 7 - Morph
Alchemy Part 8 - Sampling
Alchemy Part 9 - Custom Performance Controls
Alchemy Part 10 - Velocity Layers
Alchemy Part 11 - Round Robin
Sculpture Synth

9 Topics
Vintage B3 Introduction
Brief Overview
Main Windows - Controls
Main Window - Presets
Main Window - Split
Rotor Cabinet Window
Options Window
Effects Window
Expert Window - Essentials

3 Topics
Part 1 - Brief Overview
Part 2 - Effects
Part 3 - Details

3 Topics
Part 1 - Main Window
Part 2 - Effects Window
Part 3 - Details Window

2 Topics
Audio Interface
How to Mix a Voiceover Overview

11 Topics
Welcome to the EQ + Compression Section of the Course
EQ Introduction
Graphic EQ Overview
Parametric EQ Overview
Compression Introduction
Threshold and Ratio
Make up Gain
Attack and Release
Knee
Limiter Distortion + Parallel Compression
Sidechain Compression

11 Topics
Introduction
EQ Introduction
EQing Vocals
EQ in More Detail
More EQ Examples
Compressing a Vocal
Guitar Compression and EQ
Attack and Release - Part 1
Attack and Release - Part 2
Ratio and Knee
Compressor Sidechain

5 Topics
Introduction
Part 1
Part 2 - Dynamic EQ
Part 3 - Mixbus EQ
Part 4 - Parallel Drum Bus Compression

3 Topics
EQ Before or After Compression
Parallel Compression and the Benefits of Using it
Additive or Subtractive EQ

1 Topic
Introduction and an Overview of this Mini Course

17 Topics
Retro Synth - A Synth Primer
Retro Synth - Oscillator
Retro Synth - Vibrato
Retro Synth - LFO
Retro Synth - Filters
Retro Synth - Filter Modulation
Retro Synth - Envelopes
Retro Synth - Glide
Retro Synth - Amp Module
Retro Synth - Effects : Chorus and Flanger
Retro Synth - Global Settings
Retro Synth - Controller Parameters
Retro Synth - Sync
Retro Synth - Table
Retro Synth - Table (Create Your Own)
Retro Synth - FM
Retro Synth - Outro

15 Topics
ES2 - Introduction
ES2 - Part 1
ES2 - Oscillators 1 and 2
ES2 - Oscillator 3
ES2 - CBD
ES2 - Voicing
ES2 - Glide (Portamento)
ES2 - Filter
ES2 - Amp Stage
ES2 - Modulation 1 : LFO
ES2 - Modulation 2 : Envelopes
ES2 - Modulation : Vector Envelopes
ES2 - Macros
ES2 - MIDI Control
ES2 - Outro

10 Topics
Introduction
Waveform Analysis
Oscillator
Filter
Envelope
Modulation
Distortion
Voices
Glide
MIDI

1 Topic
ESM

4 Topics
Tones Overtones and Harmonics
Complex Tones
Subtractive and Additive Synthesis
What is Sound?

10 Topics
Welcome to This Section
FAQ Intro
FAQ Monitors
FAQ Drum Sample Packs
FAQ 3rd Party Synths
FAQ Should someone else master your music?
FAQ Which MIDI keyboard should I get?
FAQ Which Microphone Should I Get?
FAQ Download more Apple Loops
Which Headphones do you use and why?

18 Topics
Introduction
Creating a Multisample Instrument
Why Learn the EXS24?
Instrument Editor
Main Interface Overview
Pitch Section
Filter
Mod Matrix
LFOs
Amplifier
Envelopes
Global Settings
Instrument Editor - Zones and Groups
Zones
Group Settings
Multi-Outputs
Realism
EXS24 Outro

6 Topics
Vocoder - Part 1 (Setup)
Vocoder - Formant Filter
Vocoder - Formant Stretch
Vocoder - Attack and Release
Vocoder - Freeze
Vocoder - Outro

3 Topics
MIDI Modulator - Part 1
MIDI Modulator - Part 2
MIDI Modulator - Part 3

11 Topics
Sound Synthesis Introduction
Why Learn Sound Synthesis
Subtractive Synth - Part 1
Subtractive Synth - Part 2
Subtractive Synth - ADSR
Subtractive Synth - LFO
Subtractive Synth - Voices
Wavetable
FM Synthesis
Sync Synthesis
Tones and Harmonics

13 Topics
Noise Gate
Equalizer
De-Esser
Compressor
Another De-Esser after the Compressor
Gain
Limiter and Loudness Meter
Automation
Export Settings
Before you Mix you must have good Audio
The Plugins I'm using for my Voice right now (Stock + 3rd Party Plugins)
Outboard Gear - The DBX 286s
The Equipment I'm using for my Voice right now

21 Topics
macOS Catalina and Above Incompatibility with 32bit Plugins
Introduction to this Section
How to get these plugins
Vintage Style Saturator
Analog Style EQ
Delay
Basic Compressor
Basic Algorithmic Reverb
Basic Compressor 2
Algorithmic Reverb
Dynamic EQ
Basic Chorus
Panning Effect
Tube Pre Amp Saturation
Digital Compressor
Basic Limiter
Limiter
Bitcrusher
Experimental Reverb
Advanced Chorus
Plugin Bundle - Brief Overview

3 Topics
REMINDER: macOS Catalina Incompatibility with 32bit Plugins
Compression
EQ Introduction

11 Topics
Vocal Mixing - Basic EQ
Mixing Vocals - Dynamics
Mixing Vocals - De-Esser and Saturator
Mixing Vocals - Reverb and Delay Sends
Backing Vocals - Effects and Sends
Bass and Drum Processing
Guitar FX
Synth Lead FX
Guitar Mixing and Effects
Mixing Synths - Part 1
Mixing Synths - Part 2

1 Topic
Mastering Free Plugins

3 Topics
Installing the Plugins from their Official Sites
Loading the Plugins in Logic Pro X
Component Files and Folder

5 Topics
Introduction to this Recording Vocals Section
Part 1 - Microphones and Audio Interface
Part 2 - Polar Patterns and Mic Cables
Part 3 - Microphone Position
Part 4 - Reflection Filter

9 Topics
Male Singer-Songwriter Introduction
Microphone Placement Techniques
Guitar and Vocal Levels
Take 1 and Challenges
Take 2 and Mic Positioning
Take 3 and Repositioning the Mic
Navigating Computer Fan Noise
Pitch Shifter for Singing Harmonies
Project Set Up : James Cairns - Out Of Mind

3 Topics
Reducing Hum and Noise
Parallel Compression
Project Deconstruct

8 Topics
Peter Darling Introduction
Lyrical Themes
Microphones and Placement
Chorus Melody
Chorus Harmonies
Verse Melody
Writing and Recording Verse 1 and 2
Recording and Writing Verse 3 and 4 and Ad-libs

11 Topics
Pop Vocals Introduction
Setting up Levels
Mic Placement
Fixing Latency Issues (Freezing Tracks)
Fixing Latency Issues (Plugins)
Recording the First Take
Recording Takes
Recording the First Chorus
Recording the Bridge and Last Chorus
Song 2 - Recording an Acoustic Guitar
Song 2 - Recording Vocals

4 Topics
Flex Pitch Gain
Thickening Vocals
Project Deconstruct - Part 1
Project Deconstruct - Part 2

8 Topics
Rap Vocals Introduction
Headphone Monitoring
Setting Up the Headphone Mix
Fixing Latency Issues
Mic Placement and Distance
Singer Preferences
Recording Takes
Recording Rap Ad-Libs

4 Topics
Flex Time - Vocal Timing Fixes
Bussed Mixing
Hiding Tracks
Varispeed

3 Topics
Creative Harmonizing - Part 1
Creative Harmonizing - Part 2
Creative Harmonizing - Part 3

7 Topics
Creating Vocal Harmonies with Flex Pitch - Part 1
Creating Vocal Harmonies with Flex Pitch - Part 2
Choral Folk Vocals - Introduction
Choral Folk Vocals - Post Production
Choir Recording Introduction
Choir Mix Setup (Bussing)
Choir Bus Processing

1 Topic
How to Start Mixing a Vocal with Waves NS1 Channel EQ Waves Doubler and More

5 Topics
Introduction to the Audio Concepts + Engineering Sections
Commonly used Terms
Technology
Processes
Digital Audio Formats

16 Topics
Decibels
Peak vs RMS
Gain - Part 1
Gain - Part 2
Dynamics - Part 1
Dynamics - Part 2
Dynamics - Part 3
Frequencies - Part 1
Frequencies - Part 2 (Distortion)
Frequencies - Part 3 (Noise)
Phase
Stereo - Part 1
Stereo - Part 2 : Phase sum Difference
Stereo - Part 3 : Stereo vs Mono
Samples Rates
Bit Depths

11 Topics
Introduction to FAQ
How Loud Should my Track be?
Should Frequencies be Flat?
Is it okay to Compress more than Once?
Outboard vs Plugins
What Sample Rates Should I Use?
What Bit Depth Should I Use?
What Formats Should I Export to?
When Should I Dither?
Do I Need To Treat My Room?
How Do I Get Wider Mixes?

8 Topics
Paul Baily Introduction
What’s the difference between Analogue and Digital?
Do you need Analogue Gear?
Common Misconceptions about Analogue Audio
Exciting Developments around Audio
Has the role of Engineer changed and top tips for getting hired
What are the Traits of a Good Audio Engineer?
Main Piece of Advice about Making a Career in Audio Engineering

1 Topic
Creating a Song Live in Logic Pro X with Tomas George

16 Topics
Paul Baily Interview Part 1
Paul Baily Interview Part 2
Paul Baily Interview Part 3
Sean Genockey Interview Part 1
Sean Genockey Interview Part 2
Sean Genockey Interview Part 3
Charlie Barnes Interview Part 1
Charlie Barnes Interview Part 2
Paul Statham Interview Part 1
Paul Statham Interview Part 2
Peter Darling Talks to Tomas George Part 1
Peter Darling Talks to Tomas George Part 2
Tomas George Interview
Andrew Potterton Interview Part 1
Andrew Potterton Interview Part 2
Andrew Potterton Interview Part 3

2 Topics
Thanks and Bye
BONUS: What's Next?

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