
Learn how to install Audacity on your system, from downloading to completing the installation on Windows, noting language selection and default file paths, and OS compatibility.
Master input and output profiling in Audacity by selecting the WASAPI profile to route sound from your mic to speakers; the other options, MME and DirectSound, are available.
Set up your microphone and speakers in Audacity by selecting the audio interface and choosing mono or stereo input, then verify levels with the input and output meters.
Explore Audacity basics: set the project sample rate to 44.1k or 48k for CD or video quality, then add tracks and select regions using the head position and time format.
Master editing in Audacity by splitting a sample into the beginning, middle, and end, using snap to nearest or prior seconds and the control i shortcut.
Master basic audio editing in Audacity using the selection and time shift tools, envelope and zoom for volume control, silence, trim, and copy, cut, paste shortcuts.
Learn to record vocals over music in Audacity by importing a beat, adjusting its volume, and using Shift+R to record while the track plays.
Navigate Audacity's track view with play from the current head, pause to retain position, stop to reset, and fit entire project to screen, fetch selection to view, and zoom.
Discover Audacity features like naming tracks, adjusting volume and pan, using mute and solo, controlling mic and playback volume, and syncing the clock to lock tracks together and apply effects.
Learn to apply effects in Audacity, including amplify to adjust volume, pitch shifting by semitones, compressing with threshold and ratio, and fade in/out, then export the final audio.
Export the Audacity project to mp3, naming the file and entering metadata like artist and track title, then save as a .aup3 to preserve edits.
Explore how to customize Audacity’s interface by rearranging the transport window and tools, using drag-and-drop to place cut, copy, and paste features according to your preference.
install LMMS on Windows, Linux, and Mac using setup wizard, selecting 64-bit Windows when needed, and note Linux and Mac quickstart guide along with stable builds over nightly betas.
Learning a new skill can be daunting. When it comes to skills like processing audio & making instrumentals, the involvement of complex software can make it even more difficult.
How about me giving you a shortcut?
Hi, my name is Vishal. I have been producing music for 4 years and this skill has become second nature to me.
This course is a series of short, easy-to-follow, non-technical lectures, especially made for those who are just starting out.
Benefits of taking this course:
1. Free Guides as downloadable resources included (as required).
2. Jargon-free language, catering to the needs of beginners.
3. Question & Answer included.
4. Step-by-step Walkthrough from an experienced Professional.
5. All Operating Systems Covered!
I'll walk you through the entire process step by step. It doesn't matter what operating system you have. I have made sure to provide you with the information you need to start making music. Right from installing Audacity and LMMS, to getting the first sound out of it, all of it is covered.
This course is perfect for you if you want to make music for YouTube videos, games, songs, record podcasts using free DAW/software but don't know where to get started.
You can check out the free preview and I hope to see you there.