The remix manual [electronic book] / Simon Langford.
Material type: TextPublication details: Burlington, MA : Focal Press, c2011.ISBN:- 0240814584
- 9780240814582
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Can you turn a soulful ballad into a hit dance track, or make any Billboard hit your own? With this all-in-one guide to remixing, you can! Whether you're a professional DJ or producer, or are just beginning to mix tracks, this step-by-step guide will bring you through the entire process of making your own professional-quality remixes. Author Simon Langford, a renowned producer/remixer with over 300 remixes and chart-toppers under his belt, shares his years of experience and expertise in the most in-depth guide on the market. The Remix Manual covers creative processes, technical, legal, and contractual issues, and includes a unique remix "walk-through," and useful contacts and links. The companion website, www.TheRemixManual.com, provides source files that illustrate all stages of the remix, as well as additional interviews, additional "walk-throughs", a "Buyer's Guide", video tutorials and demo versions of the hottest mixing software.
A working musician and remixer, Simon Langford provides up-to-the-minute information on all aspects of the remix process, from the latest software tips and tricks to timeless artistic advice. While technical aspects are explained in detail, you also get a pro's advice on how to produce outstanding tracks by being aware of the originals message, style, and emotion. The creative side of remixing is explored from all angles, as a wide variety of industry insiders weigh in on key issues in exclusive interviews and quotes.
The history of remixing -- Being a remixer -- Choosing your style -- Keys, chords & melodies -- Tempo, groove & feel -- Arrangement -- Anatomy of a remix -- A remixer's insight -- Studio equipment & environment -- Sound design - introduction -- Sound design : rhythmic & percussive -- Sound design : melodic sounds -- Time design : time-stretching -- Time design : beat-mapping & "recycling" -- Time design : when all else fails -- Mixing : introduction -- Mixing : eq & dynamic effects -- Mixing : time domain & modulation effects -- Mixing : other effects -- Mastering -- Remix walkthrough : first steps -- Remix walkthrough : working on the details -- Remix walkthrough : fine tuning -- Remix walkthrough : finishing up -- Promotion -- Management & representation -- The importance of the DJ -- Legal & contracts.