The Producer's Manual

richardyot

I had this in my App Store wish list for a couple of years before buying it:

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/the-producers-manual/id722309946

Anyway I did finally buy it and am about half way through. It's very good, and the videos included with the app version of the book really bring it to life. I've read a fair few recording and mixing books, and while most of them do their best to explain things clearly, the fact that this one comes with video examples makes all the difference. For example reading about parallel compression or parallel distortion is one thing, but actually being able to hear examples of what they do to the mix while you read makes it all a lot easier to understand. And the explanations are also among the best I've read, so for anyone who struggles understanding all the technical stuff in a mix I really recommend this app.

RJB

Thanks for introducing this app and the review. Didn't know it was even out there but I am definitely going to put it on my wish list.

Richtowns

Interesting. Ive been dabbling with the idea of buying some more theory stuff, Hooktheory being my favourite atm. The same publisher of the producer's manual also has a house music production app that I might consider. Its free but iap for everything is 15 quid. Im pondering this one ......
Secrets of House Music Production by Sample Magic by Sample Magic
https://appsto.re/gb/9b6-A.i

baldguru

I'm so happy you reviewed this. I did not know about it and purchased immediately!

chris_foster

Good value, given the book is £30

What's Inside

miguelmarcos

Looks great, I ended up buying it. Thanks for the recommendation.

richardyot

@Richtowns said:
Interesting. Ive been dabbling with the idea of buying some more theory stuff, Hooktheory being my favourite atm.

Hook theory is also really good, I read that one a couple of years ago and it's a great introduction to what makes a song flow.