Introduction
Are you a musician looking for the newest thing in audio software? Look no further than Logic Pro X, the most advanced version of Apple’s Logic Pro!
You may be wondering; ‘What is Logic Pro X… and what can I even use it for?’
Not to worry! This article has all the answers.
Objectives:
Logic Pro X: The Ins and Outs
Logic Pro is a digital audio workstation (DAW) created by Apple Inc. This software is jam-packed with amazing features for music production, let’s discuss some of these features.
User friendly user-interface:
- The colour-coordinated sections make the interface easy to navigate! A set-up that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but helpful in not overwhelming beginners.
Sound Library:
- The sound library of Logic Pro X is incredibly comprehensive, there are drum kits, orchestral instruments, and electronic sounds amongst many others!
- The sound library means that users can write songs for any style without the purchase of a third-party library.
Effects:
The visual aid for the effects make them far easier to get to grips with as a beginner! Here are just four of the great effects offered by Logic Pro X:
- EQ; boost or cut certain frequencies to shape the sound, or to fit a sound in the mix!
- Compression; this reduces the difference in volume between the loudest and quietest parts of the audio, Logic’s built-in compressor has a number of different settings that each add a different colour to your sound.
- Delay; five different delay settings are offered by Logic Pro X, each adding a different type of delay including Tape and Sample delay.
- Reverb; there are four standard reverbs in Logic. Chromaverb is the stand-out with a number of customisable presets, you’ll find a great starting point for whatever you’re looking for!
Built-in Mixer:
- Having a built-in mixer makes it straightforward to see all of your tracks, effects, faders, and aux busses in one window!
- Not all DAWs have this feature, so it sets Logic Pro X apart.
What Can You Make as a Beginner?
Wondering how you can test your capabilities as a beginner? Here are some recommendations:
- Simple melodies; use the “Piano” or “Synth” sound to create a simple melody, use this as an opportunity to experiment with rhythms and octaves.
- Drum loops; using the drum machine, create simple drum patterns with basic sounds like kick, hi-hat, and snare.
- Chord progressions; create chord sequences with the piano roll, try out different chords from the “Piano” patch and see what you come up with!
- Basic bass lines; follow your chord progression with a basic bass line.
- Ambient soundscapes; use the “Environment” patch to create different soundscapes.
- Vocal recordings; record your voice and add effects like delay and reverb to enhance the sound!
Practicing some of these basic skills can help you make a simple song! With time, your skills will progress and you’ll be able to create more complex sounds.
How Can You Access Logic Pro X?
Logic Pro X is an Apple only product, available on the App Store for £199.99.
Higher education students can get the Pro Apps Bundle for Education for £199.99! This bundle comes with Final Cut Pro (look here for some Final Cut Pro training!), Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage!
Conclusion
Effects, visual aids, a built-in mixer, and an entire sound library! Logic Pro X is the software that just keeps giving, and can help you achieve all of your sound mixing dreams!
Logic Pro X has so many possibilities. All you need is your imagination… and perhaps a bit of training. Luckily, we can help; our Logic Pro X course is available now, learn the tricks of the trade from a professional!
by Josie Daniel