Logic Pro is a hybrid 32 / 64 bit digital audio workstation and MIDI sequencer software application for the Mac OS X platform.

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Logic Node Alternatives

I am having a hard time finding definite answers to distributed computing in the sense that Logic Node does by default with other machines idling on the network. Are there other technologies that ...
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Logic Pro 9: importing and editing drum recordings from a Pro Tools session

I'm editing drums from a session recorded in Pro Tools, consisting of 10 close-mic tracks and 7 overhead / room tracks. The latter are in split-stereo format, and when importing them, Logic ...
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How to route MIDI CC #7 to instrument instead of track

In Logic Pro 9, by default, the MIDI CC#7 is assigned to the volume of an instrument track. I need to skip this assignment so the MIDI CC#7 goes directly to the virtual instrument. How can this be ...
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Looking to make a smooth pitch bend in Logic [Audio FIle]

I'm trying to make a smooth pitch bend down 5 semi tones or so. I have Melodyne and was trying it with that. I was also trying to do it using the built in Pitch Shift plug-in via the automation ...
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How can I make a section in a song sound like it's coming from an AM radio?

I am working on a project in Logic Pro, and for part of my song, I want to make it sound like an AM radio is playing a segment from a talk show reporting on a sport event. What effects can I apply to ...
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Region editing in arrange, audible clicking at start/end

I'm using Logic Pro 9 as a musician (mainly electric bass parts). However, this may be DAW-agnostic. When editing, I often would like to move, repeat, and otherwise work on regions that are as ...
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How to show track score as drum notation in Logic Pro?

If I opened a midi on Logic Pro 9 and had a drum track, how can I show the track's score in drums notation? I have trouble finding any documentations for it online and I can't seem to actually change ...
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Unwanted quantize markers in logic pro

When flexing a region in Logic 9, you are probably familiar with the grey transient markers that logic creates. Also, if you choose to quantize the region logic creates white quantize markers. The ...
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In Logic, can I change the settings of plugins on a group of channels at the same time?

My vocal recording workflow often involves having five or more channels with harmonies of the same part. They have to be pitch corrected and compressed independently and, since I greatly prefer to ...
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How to reduce bleed on vocal and instrument mics in a live recording?

I've been mixing the multitrack Logic project files of a live performance. Overall audio quality is good, but there's a lot of bleed on the tracks. Bleed is expected in a situation like this, but it's ...
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Which DAW is this?

I saw this from a screenshot on a youtube video. Please help me find out which DAW this is.
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Can Logic stretch an audio region with a varying tempo to fit an existing, stable project tempo?

I'm currently working on a project where the basic tracks are being laid down by a musician who is, for reasons beyond his control, not able to be in the studio very often. (I'll call him "Fred".) ...
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How to resolve missing WAV files inside Logic's EXS Samples?

I've been experiencing this problem with Logic Pro 9.1.8, downloaded from the Apple App Store. But Googling around suggests other people have similar issues with earlier Logics and with physical ...
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Exporting Logic to Ableton?

I write/compose all of my music in Apple Logic and I would like to use Ableton Live to sequence different scenes of audio from it. What is the best way to export? I am familiar with bouncing stems ...
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Replace-recording for MIDI in Logic Pro

I'd like to be able to do the following: Set recording quantization to 1/8 Loop an 8-beat region Keep replace-recording until I like the tune This breaks my creative flow. I've tried every ...
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Does hardware DSP help with plugin processing?

I'm thinking of purchasing the UA Apollo, and run it using the optional Thunderbolt connection. I currently am using a Mac Mini with Komplete Audio 6, which is a major step down from the Apollo, and ...
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Has anybody tried using GIT version control for session control of audio recordings?

Has anybody tried using GIT version control for session control of audio recordings? I have used GIT in programming and it works very well, and is easy to use too. It works great for collaboration, ...
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Does Logic Pro have a scripting language?

Nerdy question: Does Logic Pro supply any sort of API which allows me to traverse track, check if they send MIDI out and if so, spit out a list of the notes on those tracks ? If not, is there any ...
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Emulating spoken and rap vocals in MIDI

I'm pretty sure that what I'm trying to do is impossible but I figured I'd try anyway. I'm making a MIDI file using tuxguitar I'll later export into Logic for refining, and there's rap/spoken vocals ...
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How to sync midi to audio - Logic 8

I've annotated an audio file with the beat locations. Now I want to create a midi file that is synced with the audio. The annotation is in xml format, but I can easily turn it into a csv or other ...
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Patch Change with MainStage does not sync UltraBeat Patterns

I'm trying to use Apples Mainstage for Live-Performances. And because I have no drummer I am using UltraBeat as a Drum-Sequencer (or drum machine). Following Situation: In MainStage I created a ...
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m-BOX Mini wont record with Logic

I am using an mbox mini with a macbook, it has been working fine. But all of a sudden logic won't record. I get nothing from either channels, microphone or guitar, so it's not phantom power, it's not ...
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Complete song master and mixing tutorial

I hope this is not offtopic. I need a video tutorial for complete song production specially for logic studio. If you can't find specially for logic studio, for any other audio editor is fine also. ...
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Is there a way to use Virtual Instruments from ProTools in Logic?

I have both ProTools and Logic. But currently I've had more practice with using Logic, but I like some of the Virtual Instruments ProTools offers. I'm guessing it's possible to use those instruments ...
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Does Logic Pro support Rewire 64-bit (for Reason 6)?

Assuming that Logic Pro is in itself 64-bit compatible, does it also support ReWire in 64-bit mode so that Reason 6 can be used with it?
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Should my headphones literally be vibrating from bass?

I'm doing some work in Logic, and right now I'm messing around with some bass. I've gotten to a point where my headphones actually vibrate somewhat, like a tiny massage on the sides of my head.. Is ...
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My Oxygen25 midi keyboard wont work with Pro Tools 9, help..?

So, I have Pro Tools 9 and a 3rd Gen Oxygen25 midi keyboard (usb). Both are made by Avid, yet I can't get them to work together.. The keyboard even works with Logic Pro 9, just not Pro Tools 9... I'm ...
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Logic Pro ES2 High notes lost

everyone. I'm a Beginner Dubstep producer. I'm using Logic Pro to make sounds and so on. So, I Have a big problem, the ES2 cutoff 1+2 lost the high notes as far as it's played, it sounds like ...
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Trying to mix a Symphonic Rock/Metal song

(Just to note, I am NOT just trying to show my song here. I am asking a valid question about mixing this track that others may find helpful for their productions as well.) I'm sorry if this the wrong ...
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What's the difference between Logic and SoundTrackPro?

I have SoundTrackPro and I'm considering of switching to Logic Pro. Is there any difference between the two?
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What the difference between the types of dithering algorithms in Logic Pro?

I understand what the dithering process does, but I'm not clear what the difference is between the different types available when you are bouncing a project for export.
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How to reduce 'click' when using ES2 synth

I'm using ES2 in Logic to make basic bass/wobble tracks. Though, whenever I use it, I normally get a slight 'click' or 'pop' before each and every note that is played. Does anyone know how to reduce ...
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Logic Express: Spacebar isn't playing audio except in the arrange window

The title says it all: When I press the spacebar to play or pause audio, unless I'm in the arrange window, the screen flashes and nothing else happens. My friend who has Logic Pro says this isn't the ...
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automate volume CC of Kontakt instruments in Logic

I have a multi-instrument kontakt open in Logic, with 4 different instruments assigned to MIDI channels 1-4. Then I have 4 instrument tracks in the arrange each assigned to channels 1-4 of that ...
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Will an Emagic Logic Control work properly with Logic 8 or 9?

The Mackie website is hopeless when it comes to determining compatibility. Will the original, Emagic-branded, Logic Control unit work with Logic 8 or 9? Will you get full functionality out of it ...
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Logic 8: mysteriously silent midi track [closed]

macbook intel core 2 duo os 10.6.8 In my arrangement in logic 8, one midi track is mysteriously silent. I checked muting and soloing, and volume and velocity data - looks ok. In Piano Roll, Score, ...
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Recording in free time in a song with a click track

Usually, the choice of whether or not to use a click track is dependent on the song: Is a precise rhythm important? Will the click track detract from the energy of the song? Is editing and moving ...
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Why does my Oxygen25 work with Logic, but not Pro Tools? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: My Oxygen25 midi keyboard wont work with Pro Tools 9, help..? So, I have an Oxygen25 midi keyboard. When I use it with Logic, things work fine; but when I try to use it ...
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How do I get Logic to export the sounds recorded from Kontak w/ Symphobia?

I can get the sounds recorded and on separate tracks but they wont export. It just says there is nothing to export. Also I cant get Kontak in a regular channel strip with level meter. It will only ...
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Can I create multiple mixes within the same project in Logic?

I've created a drum mix based around the overheads mics. I'd like to produce another mix within the same project based around a couple of room mics we set so I can A/B the two mixes. Is that ...
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Can I trigger the Logic Pro caps lock keyboard without using Caps Lock?

As a programmer, I don't like to leave Caps Lock enabled on my Mac, because it causes all sorts of unintended errors. But, as a musician, I use Logic Pro. I want to use its Caps Lock keyboard, but ...
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Does Logic 9 solve the lost MIDI mapping problems that were present in Logic 8?

This is a follow up to this question I asked months ago. My MIDI mappings are still being lost even if I keep the Axiom turned on between sessions in Logic and it's maddening. It's a lot of work to ...
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Why does Logic 8 lose the DAW controller mappings from my M-Audio Axiom 49 between sessions?

This is terribly frustrating. I spend 20 minutes setting up the controller surface mappings in Logic so that the Play key maps to the Play/Pause command in Logic, faders map to channels, and so on, ...
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Vocals plugin or Robot voice

I am a horrible bad vocalist and don't have the time to set up a real band, but still want to get some vocals on my hobbyist music project. I am open to anything (and yes, I know nothing can replace a ...
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Is it possible to move multitrack files between sequencers?

Is it possible to take a file tracked in, say, Logic or Garageband, and move it to Reaper or Audacity? This would be useful when a client wants to review the multitrack files before mixing, but ...
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Recording with Ableton - good or bad idea?

My band has a pretty 50/50 combo of organic and electronic (programmed) elements. I know someone who records everything in Ableton. We have been using Logic, but I find the Rewiring to be a little ...
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iMS-20 for Logic Pro

Is there an iMS-20 equivalent for Logic (apart from "es m")? I'm mainly interested in two things: (1) the unique sound, (2) overlapping recording for MIDI, so that I would be able to leave a loop on, ...
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Help with mastering [closed]

I use Logic Pro. It seems like every song on the radio I hear sounds good everywhere. Headphones, ear buds, loud speakers etc. My music generally feels like it lacks dynamic range. As if a lot of the ...
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Logic 8 - Creating Drum Tracks using MIDI

What is the best way to setup drums in Logic 8 when using MIDI? Is it better to split all of the different drum parts into separate tracks like base drums, cymbals, high hat etc.?
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Transposing Instruments in Logic Pro

When composing in Logic Pro, how can I work with transposing instruments (for example a Clarinet in B♭) in the Score window?