Apple Logic Express 8 - Manual (Page 515)

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Editing Audio in the
Sample Editor
You can precisely select, refine, and process audio recordings
in the Sample Editor.
The Sample Editor allows you to make incredibly accurate adjustments to audio files,
right down to individual samples. This makes it the ideal tool for the removal of pops
and clicks in audio material, or setting accurate crossover points for looped playback.
The Sample Editor also features a number of audio processing tools, collectively known
as the Digital Factory. These include time stretching and pitch shifting, audio
quantization, and extraction of pitch and rhythmic information from audio—which can
be applied to other audio or MIDI parts.
Other sample manipulation processes, such as; reversal, automatic slicing of audio—
based on silent areas, and setting optimal levels are also available.
Important: All edits and processes performed in the Sample Editor are destructive! This
means that the audio file is actually altered. While you can certainly undo edits and
processing commands, you should get into the habit of working on copies of your
audio files, rather than the originals. It’s better to be safe, than sorry.
Ruler
Info display
Waveform display
Anchor
Playhead Region area Waveform overview
Play button Loop button