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NextPoint Training develops curriculum, textbooks, and certifications for audio production, digital media, and related areas of study. The following books are available from NextPoint Training, Inc. and our publishing partners:

  • Audio Production Basics with Pro Tools | First
  • Audio Production Basics with Cubase 10.5
  • Audio Production Basics with Reason Software
  • Audio Production Basics with Logic Pro X
  • Audio Production Basics with Ableton Live
  • Pro Tools 101: Pro Tools Fundamentals I
  • Pro Tools 110: Pro Tools Fundamentals II
  • Working Class Audio Journal, Volume 1
  • Ableton Live 101: An Introduction to Ableton Live 10



Audio Production Basics with Pro Tools | First

Learn the basics of recording, editing, and mixing audio using Pro Tools | First software, a free version of the industry-standard DAW used by artists, producers, engineers, and mixers worldwide. This book will guide you every step of the way. Through the exercises and the included online media files, you'll get hands-on with Pro Tools and cover everything from setting up your computer to the fundamentals of audio recording, editing, mixing, and automation.

 

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Pro Tools 101: Audio Fundamentals I

Pro Tools 101: Audio Fundamentals I takes a comprehensive approach to the fundamentals of using a Pro Tools system for audio production. This book from Avid Master Instructor Frank D. Cook covers everything you need to know to complete a Pro Tools project. Learn to build sessions that include multitrack recordings of live instruments, MIDI sequences, and virtual instruments. Through hands-on exercises and projects, develop essential techniques for recording, editing, and mixing. The downloadable content provides media files and Pro Tools sessions to accompany the written exercises and supplemental projects in the text.

 

Pro Tools 110: Audio Fundamentals II

The Pro Tools 110 textbook expands upon the basic principles taught in the Pro Tools 101 book and introduces the core concepts and skills that users need to competently operate a mid-sized Pro Tools system. This second-level book from Avid Master Instructor Frank D. Cook covers the in-depth Pro Tools operations, settings, working techniques, and shortcuts that will transform readers from beginning users to skilled and experienced practitioners.

Working Class Audio Journal, Volume I

The Working Class Audio Journal Series captures the essence of Matt Boudreau’s critically acclaimed Working Class Audio podcast, featuring interviews with industry professionals, in an easy-to-digest written form. Volume 1 includes interviews with engineer, producer, and label owner Andrew Scheps (Black Sabbath, Jay Z, Beyonce, Metallica), mastering engineer Kim Rosen (Bonnie Raitt, Aimee Mann, Steve Earle, Kris Kristofferson), audio entrepreneur Langston Masingale (owner of Handsome Audio and inventor of the Zulu passive analog tape simulator), and game sound designer Mark Kilborn (Forza Motorsport, Tony Hawk, Call of Duty, Black Ops).

 

Ableton Live 101: An Introducton to Ableton Live 10

Ableton Live 101 and the included media files will guide you through the fundamentals of music production in one of the most popular platforms for music production. Topics include studio setup and configuration, using basic Ableton Live controls, creating Ableton Live sets, importing and working with audio and MIDI files, recording audio and MIDI, making selections and navigating, editing audio and MIDI, using basic mixing techniques, and exporting a final mix. Mastering these essentials is the first step toward becoming an Ableton Live expert. Start your path to modern music production today with Ableton Live 101!

 

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Audio Production Basics with Cubase 10.5

Learn the basics of recording, editing, and mixing audio using Cubase Elements, Artist, or Pro. Experience the software used worldwide by musicians, producers, engineers, mixers, and audio professionals. Filled with tips and insights, Audio Production Basics with Cubase 10.5 will get you working fast. Through the exercises and included media files, you’ll get the practical, hands-on exposure you need. We cover everything from setting up your computer to the fundamentals of audio recording, editing, mixing, and automation. 

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