When creating electronic music, it's a good idea to take some extra time to choose your gear carefully for the task at hand. You should also be mindful of the environment you are working in. A studio can theoretically be just about anywhere these days, from a hotel room to a well-tuned control room. It's important to choose the right tools for the right circumstances.
Here is what we're going to explore in this chapter:
Check our system requirements
Show how to install LMMS on various operating systems
Get familiar with the location of LMMS resources
Control our project assets
Configuring MIDI devices for use with LMMS
Configuring audio devices for use with LMMS
Setting up your sample library—how not to get sued
The art of listening: how to help a room sound better
Ergonomics: make music! Continue to have feeling in your hands!