Pro Tools 9 Ignite!: The Visual Guide for New Users presents everything you need to know about the amazing digital audio workstation, with easy-to-follow instructions and screenshots that make it simple to dive into the features. Learn the basic techniques of recording, editing, and mixing MIDI and digital audio, then get ready to harness the power of Pro Tools 9 as you explore software effects, virtual instruments, and mixes that you can automate and edit with some of the best tools in the business. The accompanying CD-ROM contains all the files you’ll need to work through the information in the book, with sample audio files to use with the book as well as question and answer sessions for self testing.  

This book discusses the newest version of Pro Tools from the point-of-view of an experienced teacher, musician, composer and producer and offers instructions in building-block fashion -- knowledge and confidence grow as you work through the book's exercises. The author shows you keyboard shortcuts for both Mac OS and Windows in an appendix for increased operational speed and ease of use, as well as how to install and configure your Pro Tools system to maximize your computer's power. The numerous screenshots with numbered callouts makes it easy to follow along and learn the software. Ignite your music with the power of Pro Tools 9!