I am new/noob/rookie to Sonar X1 Producer. My DAW skillset includes heavy user experience in Ableton Live, Cubase, and FL Studio. I am not an expert of DAWs but I can do a nice Trance version of Merry Had A Little Lamb. Mr. Garrigus's book is the Godzilla of all guides. Of all the guides that I've read for DAWs which include Pro Tools, Ableton, and Cubase, this book from Mr. Garrigus totally demolishes and tramples all the other DAW guides. The best way to learn a new DAW is to get a solid footing on the basics and slowly work your way deeper and deeper into the more complex tools of the software. Mr. Garrigus's book starts off with putting you right into the basics, explaining everything from setting up your Sonar X1, to naming your files. Basics..very important. In fact, Mr. Garrigus spends about two to three chapters preparing the user on the basics so that when the chapters get really complex, the user will have a sufficient skillset to at least manage his/her way around Sonar X1. I always believe in setting the basics right at the start of every learning process, and Mr. Garrigus does it perfectly!
Mr. Garrigus also uses a very casual form of writing style which makes the reader feel that the author is actually there sitting next you explaining Sonar. English is not my first language and I didn't have any problems whatsoever understanding his words and sentence structure. Complex parts of the Sonar X1 are explained in a step by step pattern. Half of the book will actually touch on the different virtual instruments and FXs available to Sonar X1 Producer. Very helpful for someone new to Rapture, Session Drummer 3, and Dimension Pro. The book will not make you an expert on these different instruments and FX but it will give you the right tools to get you started. What I like about Mr. Garrigus's book is that he doesn't hold your hand every step of the way. By doing so, you get to focus more on the software itself rather than being glued to the book all the time.
Now, a few reviewers mentioned a few things they didn't like about the book and I'd like to respond to those comments.
To those who said this book didn't have sufficient illustrations. I have a simple solution to this. Try turning on your Sonar X1 software while you are reading this book. The book was designed for you to read and operate Sonar X1 at the same time. It's called multi-tasking. If you can't multi-task, then you have no business operating this DAW, much less drive a car.
Furthermore, if the author provided illustrations to every procedure he mentioned in the book, this book would run to about 1000 maybe 2000 pages; it'll probably weigh close to your audio desktop, considering all the plug-ins, windows, control panels, this DAW has. This book is sufficiently illustrated. Turn on your Sonar X1 and follow the book. Simple.
THis book is for people who know how to read and comprehend. This is not your kid brother's "Learning ABC" book where each letter of the alphabet has a visual representation of an object or figure e.g. "A" for Apple and there's a picture of an Apple on the next page with a smiley worm sticking out of the fruit. If you are having problems reading this book, you can either go back to pre-school or go to your nearest bookstore and ask for "The ABC Book of Sonar X1" at the children's section (good luck matey), or cut down on texting and Facebook time. You should try and grab a book and learn how to read. Reading is good for you. Didn't they tell you that in school?
This book is for people who are willing to put time and effort mastering Sonar X1. This is not an instant guide. Check the definition of "Comprehensive" if you are still confused. This is not a video game manual, where it's about five pages and off you go. If you wish to squeeze out every ounce of power Sonar X1 has, then read this book and PRACTICE. Sonar X1 is a complex DAW, just like Pro Tools, and Ableton. If you think you can master Sonar after a few pages reading this book, then you are gravely mistaken. I suggest you just stick with Guitar Hero or Band Hero if you are not willing to spend time and effort reading this book to learn Sonar.
And to the other reviewers saying the book didn't touch on Sonar X1; all I can say is that they should really stop going through their parent's medicine cabinet.
I've said my views, time for me to go back to learning this new program. Making music pays part of my house bills , and this book is the key to guiding me to my next paycheck. If you are only learning Sonar X1 so you can impress your friends on YouTube about how cool your music is with a few simple loops, then you should look for the book "Learning Sonar X1 with Winnie the Pooh- colouring book and PlayDoh included".
Get this book if you want to learn Sonar X1 the right way.
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Paul Arellano
Excellent Book! Helpful for new users of Sonar X1
2011年7月21日 -
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Ron
Great way to learn Sonar X1
2011年3月31日 -
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Lee Shapiro
Another Hit!
2011年4月9日 -
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