“If you’re ready to make your demo and are confused about the process, this is an excellent place to start.”
—Guitar Player

“A good starting place for a musician or songwriter who is getting ready to join the tough competitive world of, hopefully, successfully recorded music.”
—Come-All-Ye

“A good book for the musician who is just starting a home studio or experimenting with MIDI or multitrack.”
—Musical Merchandise Review (American Library Association)

“Rachlin’s well-conceived manual offers suggestions and guidelines for songwriters who want to make a demonstration tape of their newest creation.”
—Booklist