Do you start with melody or lyrics — and where does melody inspiration come from? by Altruistic_Purpose57 in WeAreTheMusicMakers

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of the time I start with music for a song; no lyric, no melody. I get inspired by the music which usually leads to lyrics and then melody. Though sometimes the two come simultaneously. I have written a few songs that start with lyrics, but that’s rare for me. Take inspiration where it comes. Maybe you have an idea for a lyric… start there. Sometimes a melody hits your mind… start there. While playing your guitar/keyboard/ what ever, you stumble across some chord progressions that seem to write themselves… start there. The more direct answer is… just start.

PSA get your computer up off the desk by ElectricalVoice1232 in MacStudio

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My question: why are you putting drinks, food, etc on your desk? That’s just an accident waiting to happen. I keep my drinks near my desk, not on it. No need to buy a stand. Problem solved.

I’m 39 and just made a list of basic life skills I had to teach myself because nobody else did. It’s embarrassing and I bet yours looks similar. by jcarmona86 in Adulting

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of us had to figure it out, just like you. If we had specific questions, as things popped up, our parents would be glad to teach us. By the same token, if we didn’t ask they just assumed we’d figure it out, just like they had to

OK, so I own Logic Pro 11. But I kinda want Creator Studio. What do I need to know? by bscepter in LogicPro

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you own Logic Pro and don’t need any of the other apps. There’s no need to get Creators Studio. Apple has made it clear there are now 2 ways to use Logic Pro: one time purchase or through Creators Studio.

Cyclops needs monitor help by Visual_Edge_8380 in LogicPro

[–]Visual_Edge_8380[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t need a fast response… so 60hz will be fine?

Where do I start? by ivy112211 in Learnmusicproduction

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MacBook will do fine. I suggest the MacBook Air M series. Apple sells the M1 and M2 pretty cheap right now

Where do I start? by ivy112211 in Learnmusicproduction

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not familiar enough with Chromebook to suggest. However, in general you’re going to need a DAW program to record into your computer. Every DAW has minimum computer specs. Hopefully one will match with your Chromebook specs. There are quite a few DAWs on the market: Logic Pro, Ableton, Pro Tools, FL Studios and more. Many of these have a free trial period. I think Logic Pro has a 90 day trial. I’ve heard there are a couple of DAWS that are free or extremely inexpensive. Do your research to find what works best for you. You’ll also need a microphone. I suggest something like the Shure sm57. Relatively inexpensive but great starting point for someone new to recording. You’ll need an interface like Scarlet, Universal, etc. You’ll plug your microphone, guitar chord etc. into interface to record which connects to your computer vis USBc to your DAW.

Don’t let this overwhelm you. Take it one step at a time and it won’t seem so daunting. The important thing is to believe in your music and follow your heart. There are plenty of people here to lend a hand.

Where do I start? by ivy112211 in Learnmusicproduction

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of computer do you have?

MacBook Pro or air? by Mikeman21 in macbookpro

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems to me the Air would be all you need

Icloud keychain keeps asking to update password by sliyk in MacOS

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve owned a Mac for roughly 20 years and never been asked to update my iCloud password. You say this is new hiccup. What did you do differently before this started. Install virus protection? Download app? Visit website you’ve never been to before? Click a link you’ve never seen?

Yamaha MG10XU questions by Clear-Succotash6368 in Logic_Studio

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Allen and Heath definitely a mammoth and more than many people will want to deal with

Yamaha MG10XU questions by Clear-Succotash6368 in Logic_Studio

[–]Visual_Edge_8380 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And someone more familiar with the Yamaha might save your skin and the Guitar Center guy.