Discover how to achieve release-quality mixes even in the smallest studios by applying power-user techniques from the world’s most successful producers.

Mixing Secrets for the Small Studio is a down-to-earth primer for small-studio enthusiasts who want chart-ready sonics in a hurry. Drawing on the back-room strategies of more than 100 famous names, this entertaining guide leads you step-by-step through the entire mixing process. On the way, you’ll unravel the mysteries of every type of mix processing, from simple EQ and compression through to advanced spectral dynamics and “fairy dust” effects. User-friendly explanations introduce technical concepts on a strictly need-to-know basis, while chapter summaries and assignments are perfect for school and college use.

-Learn the subtle editing, arrangement, and monitoring tactics which give industry insiders their competitive edge, and master the psychological tricks which protect you from all the biggest rookie mistakes.
-Find out where you don’t need to spend money, as well as how to make a limited budget really count.
-Pick up tricks and tips from leading-edge engineers working on today’s multi-platinum hits, including Michael Brauer, Serban Ghenea, the Lord-Alge brothers, Tony Maserati, Manny Marroquin, Dave “Hard Drive” Pensado, Jack Joseph Puig, Mark “Spike” Stent, Phil Tan, Andy Wallace, and many, many more . . .

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If you want to learn from the leading lights of today’s revolution in documentary filmmaking Maxine Baker has written the guide you need to own. You’ll discover the many different and innovative approaches to documentary form and style arising from the use of innovative new technology. A tribute to the mavericks of creativity, inside you will find interviews and advice from groundbreaking documentary makers from the UK, USA and Europe as well as extensive listings of useful worldwide contacts and organisations. Any and every fan of the documentary will experience anew the passion and wonder of the Factual Film.
* Learn from in-depth interviews with some of today’s most respected and influential documentary filmmakers
* Benefit from practical, professional advice and get the most from the most exciting new technologies
* All you need to know to get started with quick-reference listings of funding organizations and festivals

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Join Pro Tools experts Bill Burgess and Scott Freiman as they dive into Avid’s Pro Tools 10, its game-changing new features, tips and tricks and their personal favorite additions! We’ve got an exclusive interview with keyboard legend Jordan Rudess about his new iOS apps, his creative process with Dream Theater, and the evolution of music making technology. Plus tons of gear reviews and over 20 tutorials, featuring Ableton Live 8, Cubase 6, Logic 9, Pro Tools 10 and more, all with macProVideo.com star trainers!

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Basics of Game Design is for anyone wanting to become a professional game designer. Focusing on creating the game mechanics for data-driven games, it covers role-playing, real-time strategy, first-person shooter, simulation, and other games. Written by a 25-year veteran of the game industry, the guide offers detailed explanations of how to design the data sets used to resolve game play for moving, combat, solving puzzles, interacting with NPCs, managing inventory, and much more. Advice on developing stories for games, building maps and levels, and designing the graphical user interface is also included.

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AudioFile, the magazine for people who love audiobooks, is indispensable for anyone who enjoys spoken-word audio. We review nearly 400 audiobooks every 60 days, feature narrator and author profiles, and award exceptional performances with AudioFile’s Earphones Awards.

-Reviews: honest critiques that focus on the audio presentation
-New Releases: the most complete list you’ll find anywhere
-Interviews: authors and narrators like Stephen King and Toni Morrison
-News and Product Information
-Listening Librarians: special focus for teachers and librarians
-Resources: information for buying and locating audiobooks

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