I'm brand new to Logic, what's the best way to begin?

The best way of learning depends on you preference.
If you prefere watching videos, then MacProVideos is an excelent choice.
If you prefer learning with books, there are a few out there including "Logic Pro X - how it Works" (alert - self promotion). It is a graphically enhanced book with diagrams, graphics and screenshots that helps you better understand Logic.
It is also available as an interactive multi-touch iBook on the iBookstore with an interactive, illustrated 400+ glossary. You can download a free sample from the iBookstore to ty it out.
Hope that helps
Edgar Rothermich
http://DingDingMusic.com/Manuals/
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ps- Gotta love that ILLogic fellow eh? Talk about not getting the essence!

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