Please note: In order to keep Hive up to date and provide users with the best features, we are no longer able to fully support Internet Explorer. The site is still available to you, however some sections of the site may appear broken. We would encourage you to move to a more modern browser like Firefox, Edge or Chrome in order to experience the site fully.

Supporting your high street Find out how »
Sound and Music for Games : The Basics of Digital Audio for Video Games, Paperback / softback Book

Sound and Music for Games : The Basics of Digital Audio for Video Games Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks

Description

Grasp the fundamentals of digital audio work in the context of video games, including the basics of middleware such as Fmod and Wwise.

We will review software such as Apple's Logic and Garageband, Paul Davis's Ardour, and many other popular digital audio workstations. We will start with an introduction to the basic terminology of digital audio work while also getting acquainted with current generation audio hardware.

We will then discuss the basics of the venerable Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) and how it relates to music composition as well as the tools and techniques for writing tracker music/chiptunes.

The book also covers plug-in software, soundproofing at home, and voice work. The book takes a practical approach while tackling both hardware and software components used in cutting edge audio engineering, composition, and audio monitoring.  What You Will Learn• Understand the fundamentals of digital audio production in the context of video games• Learn about audio integration with popular middleware solutions and APIs• Leverage plugin effects software to sculpt your audio to professional levels• Identify modern audio file formats and how and when to use them• Learn best practices when mixing sound effects and music for video games Who Is This Book ForThe intended readership includes beginners in digital audio engineering who use Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Information

Save 20%

£39.99

£31.85

Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
Add to Basket
Sign in to add to wishlist
 
Free Home Delivery

on all orders

 
Pick up orders

from local bookshops

Information