
Creating Sounds from Scratch is a practical, in-depth resource on the most common forms of music synthesis. It includes historical context, an overview of concepts in sound and hearing, and practical training examples to help sound designers and electronic music producers effectively manipulate presets and create new sounds. The book covers the all of the main synthesis techniques including analog subtractive, FM, additive, physical modeling, wavetable, sample-based, and granular. While the book is grounded in theory, it relies on practical examples and contemporary production techniques show the reader how to utilize electronic sound design to maximize and improve his or her work. Creating Sounds from Scratch is ideal for all who work in sound creation, composition, editing, and contemporary commercial production.
This book investigates the technical methodologies and theoretical foundations required for producers and composers to master sound synthesis from the ground up. Authors Andrea Pejrolo and Scott B. Metcalfe leverage their extensive academic and professional backgrounds in music technology to provide a structured framework for understanding how electronic sounds are generated. By bridging the gap between historical context and contemporary production workflows, the text enables readers to move beyond factory presets toward original sound creation.
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Experts and educators frequently cite this work as a foundational text for students and professionals seeking a systematic approach to sound design. Readers often note that the balance between theoretical rigor and practical application makes it a highly effective resource for those working in contemporary commercial production.
Page Count:
349
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190628022
ISBN-13:
9780190628024
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