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Posted on Nov 08, 2010 02:18 pm
Bigbluesman
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Hi fellas,
I am in the process of setting up a new home recording studio. My last one consisted of cassette 4 track recorders. So, that shows you about where I'm at in technical knowledge. I have a computer and about 4 different recording softwares. There is one program in particular that seems more user friendly than the others.
I think I read on the rules of this forum not to discuss soft ware...is that right?
That was my 1st question. Next, I do not have any equiptment that is midi enabled. Furthermore, with my extremely limited knowledge of midi, I would be very comfortable to just record in an audio only format. Which brings me to question #2....Drums..
I used to use a drum machine that I rented from the local music center. It sounded good but not user friendly. I see many virtual drum machines on the internet, and many are free. But am I correct in assuming that I need Midi knowledge as well as a midi controller to use them? Is there any way of using virtual drum software and still record the "old fasion way?" Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
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cooloFrisco's Most UnderratedMember
Since: Jan 28, 2003
Nov 08, 2010 02:53 pm Well, if you're looking for dummies, you came to the right spot. Ha ha, I kid, I kid.
You can discuss software, but it is not ok to discuss pirating software, as that type of action is pretty much frowned on around here.
You don't actually need a midi controller to use software drum machines/modules. It makes it more fun, but it's not necessary. You can point and click with your mouse where you want individual drum hits to go, so you can make your own pattern without physically banging a keyboard or a bunch of pads. This techniques is technically still using midi, but doesn't "feel" midi for those who are intimidated by the word and think of crazy hardware modules all patched together with an assortment of wires transmitting who knows what signals.
Nov 08, 2010 07:55 pm Thanks coolo!
I bought magix studio 10 on ebay a couple years ago. I think I gave $15 for it. I also have an old version of cakewalk...8 I think...but I found Krystal for free and it seems a lot easier to use. It is limited to 16 tracks, but thats 4x as many as I'm use to...lol
Do some of these drum modules have some presets to start with and is there a good freeware one that you recommend?
Nov 08, 2010 07:56 pm Yea thats just how I imagined midi to be....lmao
cooloFrisco's Most UnderratedMember
Since: Jan 28, 2003
Nov 08, 2010 10:30 pm Some people here use Reaper, as it is pretty un-pricey, and fully functional demo version for free, but I've personally never used it. I actually never used any of the programs you mentioned before. Do any of them allow VST programs to run? Unfortunately I don't know any free ones, but I'm sure they're out there, I just don't know them. Some others might chime in with better help. As for presets, you usually just need to choose a drum sample (s)and then make your pattern (this takes practice to get something sounding good, but it's not too tough).
Nov 09, 2010 06:01 am I would recommend , Mixcraft 5.. cheapish and very easy to use..
and I love it..
- I use a toneport KB37. with this, which was cheapish enough too..
