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The Art of Mixing: A Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering, and Production 2nd Edition

by David Gibson (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 103 ratings
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Get ready for an in-depth exploration into the aesthetics of what makes a great mix! David Gibson's unique approach to mixing gives you a visual representation of the dynamics of the sounds involved in creating a musical mix. Through this three-dimensional, colorful explanation, you are introduced to a framework that will help you understand everything that an engineer does-- enabling you to not only recognize what you like, but how to achieve it in your studio. Expand your recording techniques by learning what your recording equipment does and how it all works together in a simple, visual manner. From bluegrass to big band, new age to heavy metal, classical to hip-hop, jazz to rap, and alternative rock to techno, Gibson has mapped out everything that can be done to create various effects in all standard mixes. Once you have a perspective on what can be done, you have the power to be truly creative on your own: to make art out of technology.
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  1. ISBN-10
    1931140456
  2. ISBN-13
    978-1931140454
  3. Edition
    2nd
  4. Publisher
    Artistpro
  5. Publication date
    March 28, 2005
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.87 x 11 inches
  8. Print length
    344 pages
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David Gibson has engineered and produced albums in a wide range of styles of music - acoustic rock, jazz, rock, new age, heavy metal, rap, hip-hop, and electronica. He has been teaching, engineering, and producing groups in major 24-track studios since 1982 and is the founder of Globe Institute of Recording and Production in San Francisco. Gibson has also done recording for James Brown's band, Bobby Whitlock (Derek and the Dominos), the Atlanta Rhythm Section, and Hank William's Jr.'s band, as well as having worked with members of the Doobie Brothers, Lacy J. Dalton's band, Herbie Hancock's band, and It's a Beautiful Day. Gibson is also the inventor of the patented "Virtual Mixer" mixing plug-in which uses 3D visuals to control a mix.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Artistpro; 2nd edition (March 28, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 344 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1931140456
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1931140454
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.91 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.87 x 11 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 103 ratings

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DJ Rico
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for Beginner/Intermediate interested in Mixing
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2011
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I am only half way through this book but I am impressed. Orignally I caught a glimpse of this book in a guitar center and decided to shop around for one and found the best price was on Amazon.

The book is great for a beginner/intermediate person who is interested in prodcution and engineering. It really helps you visualize what your listening to and helps you train your ears. The book doesnt use large technical terms so it is very easy to understand.

overall a great read and a must have for the bookshelf!
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Ben
5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2012
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This book is excellent and really delves into the topic of mixing better than any other reference I've found. The author's 3d plots are a really useful tool for visualization. I had a basic working knowledge of mixing before reading this book and feel that I have a much better grasp of the subject material afterwards. Mixing is of course something that you can only master through actual practice -- you can't just read about it. However, this book will make it much easier to get your mixes up and running.
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Paul Bonney
5.0 out of 5 stars A valuable and helpful tool
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2006
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I am an audio professional with many years of experience in all aspects of audio and video production. This book thoroughly explains and covers sound production, effects and mixing as well as covering many advanced concepts and "tricks of the trade". Several useful charts on instrument EQ that alone are worth the price of the book. Gibson also provides extensive "visual representations" of audio concepts - this is an outstanding teaching aide and tool (these pictures are definitely worth a thousand words).

I highly recommend this book to those who desire to expand their knowledge of audio production - amateur to professional.
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FilmComposer
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the visual aspect of this
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2016
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Still haven't read all the way through it, but I really dig the imagery of how sound fits together. It's a bit dated graphics now, but the point is the same. Pretty cool to visualize how to mix (I'm a very visual person, whether it's this or instructions on how to put something together, etc.).

I highly recommend it!
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DCF
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Visual Guide
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2013
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I have recently had the opportunity to begin developing audio for a series of apps I am working on. Having only tinkered with audio production, the prospect of recording, engineering, and producing audio while also programming the software is pretty daunting without a guide. This book is outstanding for giving a visual perspective to a topic that rarely is expressed visually.
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Mulloa
4.0 out of 5 stars Very good !
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2012
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I bought this book in 2006 and I have to say that it is very useful and from time to time I still read many of the useful tips. Specially the graphical representation of sound placement, it can give you a good sence of how to Mix your music.
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Nile Rollen
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2013
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This book is a really good book for people getting into mixing audio. It explains a great amount of information in an easily processed way, and helps you to be abel to visually assemble a mix, making the work flow process very efficient. I'd recommend this book to anyone interested in mixing, it is one of the best resources I've read.
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KTReyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book for experienced mixers
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2016
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Awesome book for experienced mixers, like my friend who recommended it to me, and newbies like myself. You will never hear music again the same way once you read this book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great visual représentation
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2021
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Heard about that book on a Facebook group and I'm not disapointed! This is very elaborate and has a lot of visual assets to explain mixing. It's easy to read and a must have in a bookshelf.
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Amit
5.0 out of 5 stars Must and must
Reviewed in India on August 1, 2022
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Serious audio producers should have this text .
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craig
5.0 out of 5 stars How to manage a recording project
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 18, 2019
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Great content. Good condition. Happy with seller service.
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thereman
5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo.
Reviewed in Italy on December 14, 2013
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Un approccio al mixing semplice e diretto con esempi diretti. Il testo è tutto orientato sulla pratica. Ti mette subito in condizione di ottenere ottimi risultati. Per chi volesse approfondire la teoria bisogna optare per un testo di psicoacuatica, fisica-acustica a supporto. Attenzione, lingua inglese; al momento non è stato ancora tradotto in italiano.
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Borja
5.0 out of 5 stars útil para aprender a mezclar
Reviewed in Spain on May 24, 2013
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Por lo que llevo leído del libro, tengo muchas esperanzas puestas en él para aprender a realizar una buena mezcla.
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