The Secrets of House Music Production: A Reference Manual from Sample Magic

About this book

The biggest name in dance sample libraries brings you the essential guide to producing cutting-edge house music. After four years producing award-winning sample collections Sample Magic share the secrets of house music production in this 144-page full-colour book packed with hundreds of walkthroughs hints tips and insights from some of the biggest names in the industry. All parts of the production process are covered including: making beats drum sounds basslines structure instrumentals FX mixing vocals mastering remixes programming ideas and more. Every style of house is covered from minimal to tribal electro to progressive soulful to jackin. In-depth tutorials reveal the tricks of the pros with step-by-step tutorials using Logic Cubase and Ableton. A bonus CD includes 500MB of exclusive samples to get you started. Written by Marc Adamo (DJ Magazine Future Music) with contributions from Wolfgang Gartner Way Out West