Yes! The way Snoman breaks down the technical aspects for various genres is super beneficial. Have you guys checked out “The Art of Mixing” by David Gibson? It really helped me visualize mixing in a fresh way!
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I found “Music Production for Dummies” to be a surprisingly good starting point for advanced concepts as well! Despite the title, it dives deep.
Funny you mention that! I felt the same way. It’s quite comprehensive. But, for a challenge, try “Producing Music with Ableton Live” by Jake Perrine. It’s great for enhancing your workflow.
I’ve been meaning to get into sound design more deeply. Is “The Sound Effects Bible” by Ric Viers any good? I’m curious about how it addresses advanced sound techniques.
Definitely! It’s not only engaging but also packed with practical exercises that are invaluable for anyone serious about sound design.
“Mixing Secrets for the Small Studio” by Mike Senior is also a great resource for those wanting to improve their mixes even in a less-than-perfect setup. Highly recommend it!
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Very true! I’d even throw in “The Producer’s Manual” by Paul White, which is especially good for understanding the production side of things on a more intricate level.
I love how we’re sharing so many resources here! Do any of you have favorites for using specific DAWs like FL Studio or Logic Pro?
For Logic, “Logic Pro X for Dummies” offers useful tips. And for FL Studio, “FL Studio Cookbook” is a must-read. They’re both very hands-on!
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I’m such a fan of mixing that sometimes I feel it’s a bit of a cult! However, “Mixing Audio: Concepts, Practices, and Techniques” by Charles Dye is worth mentioning too!
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Haha, true! But let’s not forget the importance of creativity too. Books like “The Creative Habit” by Twyla Tharp also help to keep your creative juices flowing.
Great suggestions, everyone! It’s inspiring to see such a variety of perspectives. I guess the key takeaway is that there’s always something new to learn!
I’d recommend ‘The Mixing Engineer’s Handbook’ by Bobby Owsinski. It’s fantastic for understanding mixing techniques across various genres, including rock and pop.
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Thanks for the suggestion! I’m really getting into electronic music production. Any specific books for that genre?
‘Dance Music Manual’ by Rick Snoman is great for electronic. It covers everything from synthesis to mixing specifically for that genre!
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I’ve heard of that one! How does it compare to other electronic music books?
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‘Dance Music Manual’ is much more detailed in production techniques, while books like ‘Ableton Live 101’ offer more software specific guidance.
For hip-hop I suggest ‘How to Rap’ by Paul Edwards. It’s a fantastic resource that also delves into production styles for the genre.
That sounds interesting! I’m curious about the production side specifically.
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You might want to check out ‘The Art of Music Production’ by Richard James. It covers insights from producers in hip-hop!