What is GarageBand? Explained in a simple and understandable way

You can guess at a glance what Apple's GarageBand is all about. The keyword "band" represents the bridge to music. Our practical tip tells you what Apple's GarageBand is all about.

GarageBand: Small music production from Apple

Apple provides the GarageBand software for the production of music on your home Mac computer. The software is part of the iLife package. There is also a GarageBand app on the iPad.

• GarageBand's job is to produce your own songs in a few steps. The user can record their own real instruments or their own vocals.
• Apple provides an integrated sound library with various software instruments and presets for guitars. There are also virtual studio drummers - so what are you waiting for ?.
• It is also possible to import MIDI data. The output of MIDI signals, however, is only possible indirectly via freeware.

Origin and diversity of GarageBand

• GarageBand was first presented in 2004. There is now also an iOS app for Apple's mobile devices.
• Via iCloud, song editing can be started on iPhone and then completed on Mac. This enables editing on the go on various devices.
• Finished songs can then be shared directly on the social networks. The finished song can also be used as a ringtone.

On the next page we show how to record your electric guitar with GarageBand.