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'''Garageband''' is an audio recording and editing program which is part of the '''iLife''' media editing suit. Garageband allows users to add their own vocal or instumental tracks, as well as mix track using the built in sound-effects. The three main project types in Gargeband are '''music prject''', '''podcasts''' and '''movie score'''. | '''Garageband''' is an audio recording and editing program which is part of the '''iLife''' media editing suit. Garageband allows users to add their own vocal or instumental tracks, as well as mix track using the built in sound-effects. The three main project types in Gargeband are '''music prject''', '''podcasts''' and '''movie score'''. | ||
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==Podcasts== | ==Podcasts== | ||
[[Image:GaragebandPodcast1.png|thumb|The podcast creation interface]] | [[Image:GaragebandPodcast1.png|thumb|The podcast creation interface]] | ||
The podcast creator is one of the easiest to use features of Garageband. Although the interface may look complicated, it is actually not very difficult to use to make simple recordings. The key is to realize that you do not have to use every option that is available in order to create a high quality sound recording. Options available include multipul audio tracks, personal sound recording, and the ability to import outside audio, pictures and video into the podcast. The podcasts can then be saved as AAC files, which is a compressed file type which works with [[iTunes]] on both [[Windows]] and [[Macintosh]] operating systems. | The podcast creator is one of the easiest to use features of Garageband. Although the interface may look complicated, it is actually not very difficult to use to make simple recordings. The key is to realize that you do not have to use every option that is available in order to create a high quality sound recording. Options available include multipul audio tracks, personal sound recording, and the ability to import outside audio, pictures and video into the podcast. The podcasts can then be saved as AAC files, which is a compressed file type which works with [[iTunes]] on both [[Windows]] and [[Macintosh]] operating systems. | ||
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===Voice Recording=== | ===Voice Recording=== | ||
| − | To record a single vocal track, | + | To record a single vocal track, open the Podcast option and select one of the open audio tracks (these tracks are, by default, titled "Male Voice", "Female Voice", "Jingles" and "Radio Sounds" but you may re-name them by editing the name in the "Track" box below the main recorder, however this name will not be the final name of your project) |
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| + | Once you have selected a track you may begin recording by clocking on the record button (the red circle). When you are done, hit the play button to stop the recording. When you have finished you may move the cursor back over the recording to playback what you have just recorded. | ||
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| + | If you wish to delete your recording and star over you may do so by clicking on your recording and hitting the delete key. Once you have inished your recording to your satisfaction, go to the '''File''' menu and choose '''Save As...''' In the box that pops up you should name your file and decide where to save it. (Note, if you are working on a lab machie you shouold NOT save the file to the desktop, but to a folder within your [[Home Directory]]. Once you have named it and chosen a location you need to check the box next to '''Compact Project'''. This will save your recording as a iTunes friendly AAC file. | ||
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| − | ==Movie | + | ==Movie Scores== |
Revision as of 10:38, 19 June 2006
Garageband is an audio recording and editing program which is part of the iLife media editing suit. Garageband allows users to add their own vocal or instumental tracks, as well as mix track using the built in sound-effects. The three main project types in Gargeband are music prject, podcasts and movie score.
Music Projects
Podcasts
The podcast creator is one of the easiest to use features of Garageband. Although the interface may look complicated, it is actually not very difficult to use to make simple recordings. The key is to realize that you do not have to use every option that is available in order to create a high quality sound recording. Options available include multipul audio tracks, personal sound recording, and the ability to import outside audio, pictures and video into the podcast. The podcasts can then be saved as AAC files, which is a compressed file type which works with iTunes on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
Voice Recording
To record a single vocal track, open the Podcast option and select one of the open audio tracks (these tracks are, by default, titled "Male Voice", "Female Voice", "Jingles" and "Radio Sounds" but you may re-name them by editing the name in the "Track" box below the main recorder, however this name will not be the final name of your project)
Once you have selected a track you may begin recording by clocking on the record button (the red circle). When you are done, hit the play button to stop the recording. When you have finished you may move the cursor back over the recording to playback what you have just recorded.
If you wish to delete your recording and star over you may do so by clicking on your recording and hitting the delete key. Once you have inished your recording to your satisfaction, go to the File menu and choose Save As... In the box that pops up you should name your file and decide where to save it. (Note, if you are working on a lab machie you shouold NOT save the file to the desktop, but to a folder within your Home Directory. Once you have named it and chosen a location you need to check the box next to Compact Project. This will save your recording as a iTunes friendly AAC file.
