Reaper Fast Start

With so many digital audio workstations to choose from, many engineers have tried out new platforms in the hopes of finding more flexibility suited to their workflows and production styles. Reaper has been gaining popularity for its support of multiple plug-in types, easy-to-use MIDI programming and audio automation - and its affordable price tag.

In this Fast Start, famed producer and educator Kenny Gioia will walk you through Reaper’s basic layout and format. He will cover:

• Track layout, programming and automation
• Virtual instruments and plug-in compatibility
• Both audio and MIDI workflows for production
• Basic recording and mixing techniques
• File, track and clip organization

If you’ve been thinking about trying out Reaper as a DAW, this class will give you the basic skills you need to get right to work on one of the fastest growing DAW’s around.

• Class Introduction and Overview
• Setting Up a Project
• Tracks and the Mixer Window
• Toolbar Items
• Menus, Themes, and Layouts
• Reaper Menu and Setup Questions
• Setting up a MIDI Track
• Editing a MIDI Track
• MIDI Drum Programming
• Adding MIDI Layers
• Markers, Regions, and Groups
• Setting Up for Live Audio
• Adding Effects on Audio Tracks
• Grouping and Folders for Audio Tracks
• Click Track and Headphone Mixes
• Takes, Lanes, and Groups
• File Management