audio

October 17, 2011

Advanced Switching Software

Look For Advanced Switching Software @ Amazon.com

Maybe it's time you ditch old school and look into the multi-tracking possibilities of audio editing software.

Letting go of old tricks

So you've bought a guitar, managed to learn a few chords, and found you can actually write your own songs from simple D-A-G-A progressions. You've tried recording your songs in your old school handy recorder--and as you listened, you thought it could use some tambourines, bongos, or maybe a crash or two--you suddenly think about all the possibilities... But how can you get it all in there with just your mono tape recorder?

Yup - this is the time to use audio editing software and welcome multi-tracking into your world.

Multi-tracking concept

The multi-tracking concept is the ability to record several tracks separately (i.e. voice track, drum track, guitar track), and layer them together so that they can be edited individually, as a whole, or two or more tracks simultaneously; and then mixed and played back in harmony. Most audio editing software products offers multi-tracking so you can record or control the levels of one track while another is playing in the background. For example, you can record a voice track over a pre-recorded guitar piece--something you cannot do with a single track recorder.

Software options

You can find audio editing freeware on the internet, which means you can have your very own home recording studio for free. Freeware versions usually have basic features: such as record, play rewing, fast forward, and pause, as well as level controls and panning (left to right). More advanced features like tone correction can usually be found in paid or proprietary versions. Popular audio editing software includes Cakewalk, Adobe Audition, Mixcraft, and Sound Forge. These programs offer mixing capabilities, sampling, virtual instruments, and Midi capabilities.

Computer peripherals

To get the most out of your audio editing software, you may want to invest in audio peripherals such as speakers and microphones. Make sure you get a good set of audio speakers, including a sub-woofer, to get a wide range of sound frequencies. A good set of headphones is also a good alternative. You will also need a sound card and aux cables for inputting jacks and mics. Good luck!