100 Garage Band Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts

TLDRThis comprehensive video covers 100 tips, tricks, and shortcuts for GarageBand, including project setup, tempo and key changes, MIDI and audio file import, and more.

Key insights

💡Try out existing GarageBand templates for a quick start to your project.

🎵Set the project tempo and key to establish the foundation of your song.

🔀Change the tempo or key of your song over time for added dynamics.

🎹Design a custom time signature to create unique rhythmic patterns.

🎸Connect your MIDI controller for a seamless music production experience.

Q&A

Can I use the dials and faders on my MIDI controller to control GarageBand?

No, MIDI mapping is not available in GarageBand.

Can I use GarageBand with Zoom for remote songwriting sessions?

Yes, you can use GarageBand with Zoom by setting up the audio output to the Zoom audio device.

How can I import a video into GarageBand?

You can import a video into GarageBand and extract the audio by dragging and dropping the video file into the project timeline.

Can I import audio and MIDI files into GarageBand?

Yes, you can import audio and MIDI files by dragging and dropping them into the project timeline.

Is it possible to import Music Memo files or voice notes into GarageBand?

Yes, you can import Music Memo files or voice notes into GarageBand by sharing them as audio files and then dragging and dropping them into the project timeline.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the comprehensive video on GarageBand tips, tricks, and shortcuts.

01:04Overview of project setup tips, including the use of templates and setting the tempo.

02:52Explanation of how to change the tempo and key of your song over time for added dynamics.

04:22Demonstration of designing a custom time signature for unique rhythmic patterns.

06:24Guide on connecting your MIDI controller for a seamless music production experience.

07:38Clarification that MIDI mapping is not available in GarageBand.

08:01Explanation of using GarageBand with Zoom for remote songwriting sessions.

08:59Guide on importing videos into GarageBand and extracting the audio.

10:11Demonstration of importing audio and MIDI files into GarageBand.

11:36Explanation of how to import Music Memo files or voice notes into GarageBand.