Ableton Live 6 Power!: The Comprehensive Guide (Paperback)

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Product Description

Ready to unleash the awesome power of Ableton Live 6? As its name suggests, Ableton Live 6 was designed with the live performer in mind, but it goes well beyond that. You can integrate this live performance and studio software into your existing home or professional music studio to produce, compose, DJ, and much more. But how? "Ableton Live 6 Power!" is the key you need to revolutionize your studio by incorporating Live 6. Written for musicians by a fellow musician who uses Live on a daily basis, this useful guide explores fundamental and advanced Live features, and provides insider tips, tricks, and interviews with Live power users to provide you with a comprehensive overview of the ins and outs of this powerful software. Whether you are a beginner in the digital audio field or a seasoned pro, "Ableton Live 6 Power!" is the reference you need to take your music to the next level.

About the Author

John has worked in the international music industry for the past 15 years as a bassist, computer DJ, producer, remixer, researcher and writer, living and working in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and now Los Angeles. John has been performing music live with computers since 1999 and has performed techno electro jazz with his computer at numerous clubs and festivals in Asia and in U.S. Currently, John is closely involved with the underground electronic music scene in California, performing frequently at clubs, parties, and events with Live.

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 1 edition (January 22, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598633252
• ISBN-13: 978-1598633252
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #725,129 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Easy to Read., June 13, 2007

By	Gabe J. Kangas "indie accountant" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Though this is my first book on Live, I've combed my way through several books on computer recording in the past (Reason, Pro Tools). This book is easy to understand, well written, and concise.

After a few chapters, I'm really enjoying Live. Software that I once thought was confusing is now effortless and fun. That's the biggest compliment I can give the authors.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A little long winded, January 23, 2008

By	Jiu jit-ballz - See all my reviews

It seems like the author wastes paper and time gushing out extraneous words and remarks about how revolutionary and great the software is instead of sticking to the nuts and bolts of how it works. To someone who wants to curl up with the book for weeks straight, maybe this is a plus. To me, I find it rather annoying. I'd prefer a more concise reference. Ableton is a great package, but I think getting acquainted with the software quickly makes its value self-evident. I prefer the Ask video DVD (the one in the green box).

2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars if you like live after this book you will love it, May 12, 2007

By	Janio Cuadros "Janio Cuadros" (Peru) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this is a very detailed guide and if you want to know all live secrets this book is for you. even if you're not a pro