Using Audition

Use Audition 1.5 for:

• Multitrack Recording
• Editing and Looping
• Mixing & Effects
• Mastering

Finish your video and multimedia projects with compelling audio tracks. From the first recording to the final mix or encode, this guide to Audition 1.5 delivers the working knowledge you need to master the aural aspects of your project. Beginning with an accessible review of the essentials of audio production you get practical examples and tutorials that demonstrate all the techniques you need-whether you are adding narration, getting out the hum, fitting the music key to your singer's range or using loops to create custom, royalty-free, music tracks.

Create tracks with the confidence that you have practical training. Author Ron Dabbs is a seasoned pro with 30 years of diverse experience. You get step-by-step instruction on how to record sound, edit, use loops, mix and everything in between including how to:

• Install Audition and optimize the system for peak performance
• Navigate and customize the interface
• Apply basic recording and miking techniques
• Edit, add effects, and assemble tracks
• Use multitrack recording, MIDI files, and ReWire, to enhance tracks
• Analyze audio content to identify and resolve problems
• Mix and master for Compact Disc and Surround Sound

Optimize your tools. Audition offers unparalleled integration with other Adobe applications. Speed your production with the use of application options, scripting, shortcuts, workflow-integration techniques, and SMPTE synchronization. The companion CD includes demos of music loop libraries, third-party DirectX and VST plug-ins, filters, encoding software, utilities, and other resources that will help you crank up the volume.

USER LEVEL: Novice to Advanced