| I/O Setup Window in Pro Tools 9 |
Behind the scenes in Pro Tools 9 there are some major changes to how the I/O Setup window works. |
| Quiet Arts Wave Rider 2 |
Fine tuning level automation on key parts can make a huge difference to your mix, but it's a tedious process unless a plug-in does it for you |
| Avid Pro Tools HD Native |
The idea of a ‘native’ Pro Tools HD might sound like an contradiction, but it offers the most affordable way of obtaining key HD features that are still not available elsewhere. |
| Structured Music |
Last month we looked at the basics of sampling sounds using Structure, prompted by the challenge I faced to produce a rendition of ‘Jingle Bells’ using only the sounds of a Morris Minor car for a BBC Radio 4 documentary |
| Sampling With Structure |
To get the most from Avid’s Structure sampler, you need to work with your own sounds. Here’s how. |
| Elastic Audio = Springy Sound |
Elastic Audio in Pro Tools can do more than time stretching: it can also be your route to some killer pitch based mixing techiques |
| Tempo Tantrums |
We explain how to create a tempo map in Pro Tools that will follow your musicians wherever they decide to go! |
| Super Conductors |
Pro Tools’ rulers not only show the passage of time, they allow you to control it! |
| Making Monitor Mixes |
Like any hardware mixer, Pro Tools’ Mixer can be used to give the musicians on your session exactly what they want... |
| Drive Time |
Does Pro Tools sometimes take an unwarranted dislike to one of your hard drives? Here’s how to deal with it, and how to let non-admin users join the Pro Tools party. |
| Classic Stereo-widening Tricks |
When you need to really open up your mix, it’s time to employ some classic stereo widening tricks. We show you how to implement them in Pro Tools. |
| Plug-in Hygiene |
Keeping your Pro Tools plug-ins up to date is vital if you want to maintain a reliable system — and now there’s a utility that will do it for you. |
| Flux Syrah |
Flux’s innovative dynamics processor adapts to your programme material in a much more sophisticated way than conventional compressors. But how does it sound? |
| Xpand Xpertise |
It might be a free plug-in, but the Xpand! sample player bundled with Pro Tools has some serious potential. |
| Keep Your Headroom |
Know how to use the Pro Tools master fader properly and you need never suffer clipping in your mixes again. |
| Elastic Audio Q & A |
Why won’t Elastic Audio recognise the tempo of my loop? |
| Breaking Links |
The point of Pro Tools’ option to unlink the timeline and edit selections isn’t obvious, but there are situations in which it can be a life-saver. |
| PT8's New AIR Plug-ins |
We conclude our tour of the new AIR plug-ins in Pro Tools 8 with neat tricks for filtered rhythmic gating, creating kick and snare tracks from a stereo drum mix, and widening electric guitars. |
| Pro Tools: Hot AIR! |
Pro Tools 8 comes bundled with a new suite of AIR plug-ins, some of which are more powerful than they appear. We expose their hidden depths... |
| Automation Stations: PT8 |
Automation in Pro Tools goes way beyond the usual volume, pan and mute controls. We look at what else you can automate, and what’s changed in Pro Tools 8. |
| Elastic Audio |
Many long-term Pro Tools users still rely on Beat Detective, but the newer Elastic Audio often produces better results in half the time. |
| Region Lists part 2 |
We delve once more into the power hidden in Pro Tools’ unassuming Region List window. |
| Region Lists part 1 |
The Region List in Pro Tools is easy to overlook, but provides the most powerful way to keep track of what’s in your Session. |
| Splitting Sessions |
Working on lots of songs within one project can be annoying. Why not use Pro Tools’ advanced features to create a tailor-made Session for each one? |
| Pro Tools - Missing Files |
Click to continue Mike's newcomer guide to Pro Tools. What to do when Pro Tools reports that files have gone missing? Find out in this month’s invaluable assortment of tips and tricks. |
| Pro Tools - Troubleshooting |
Click to continue Mike's newcomer guide to Pro Tools. Newcomers and power users alike need to know how to make things right when their Pro Tools Sessions run into trouble. |
| Pro Tools: Top Tips, Notes & Techniques |
Click to continue Mike's newcomer guide to Pro Tools with a selection of techniques that every user should know. |
| Getting Into Pro Tools Installation & Session Basics |
Following on from last months starter looking a the hardware click here to read Mike's advice on configuring the software and your first Pro Tools Sessions. |
| Pro Tools: Specifying & Buying Your First System |
Tempted to invest in a Pro Tools rig but don’t know where to begin? Click here to read Mike's article as he walks you through his handy guide to choosing a system. |
| Track Comping In Pro Tools 8 |
Click here to read Mike's article on how to use one of the major new features in Pro Tools 8, a system for easily assembling comp tracks from multiple takes. |
| Using Pro Tools 8’s MIDI & Score Editors |
Click to read Mike's article that shows at the heart of Digidesign’s drive to turn Pro Tools into a serious tool for music creation are the MIDI and Score editors in Pro Tools 8. |
| 50 Smart Studio Buys |
Click to read Mike's contribution to a article on some best buys to help make outr money go further in this time of credit crunch. |
| Pro Tools 8 - A Second Opinion |
Click and read Mike's 2nd opinion review of Pro Tools 8 in Mark Wherry's excellent review |
| Using Window Configurations In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article that shows that you can save time and cut down on mouse-clicks by using Pro Tools' window management features. |
| Inside Transfuser |
Click to read Mike's article that shows that Digidesign's Transfuser plug-in is a sequencer within a sequencer — not to mention a sampler, loop-slicer, synth, drum machine and effects unit! |
| A Guide To Pro Tools' Contextual Menus |
Click to read Mike's article that shows that the addition of comprehensive support for right-clicking in recent versions of Pro Tools has revolutionised the user experience. |
| How To Use VCA Groups |
Click to read Mike's article that shows that used correctly, VCA groups can make a big difference when you're faced with a complex mix and lots of automation. |
| Disaster Management In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article that shows how to get back from a broken iLok or when a power cut brought your Pro Tools rig to a shuddering halt? All may not be lost... |
| Writing Final Mixes From Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article that shows when your Pro Tools mix is finished, you'll need to export it as a stereo file. We explain why the obvious Bounce To Disk option might not be the best for you... |
| Flux Plug-ins |
Click and read Mike's review of the range of plug-ins from Flux who claim that they combine simplicity and sophistication, thanks to their unusual interface design and novel controls. |
| Izotope RX |
Click and read Mike's review of the Pro Tools restoration plug-in Izotope RX |
| TC Electronic LM5 |
Click and read Mike's review of the Pro Tools plug-in loudness meter LM5 from TC Electronic. |
| TL Space Master Class |
Click to read Mike's article that shows how to get the most from convolution reverb plug-ins and TL Space in particular. |
| Flux Plug-ins |
Click and read Mike's review of the full range of Flux Picture & Develop-ment's Pro Tools plug-ins |
| Create your own Pro Tools shortcuts & macros |
Click to read Mike's article that shows how to create shortcuts and macros using Mac OS X and third party apps like QuicKeys. |
| Using Templates & Real-time Backups |
Click to read Mike's article that focuses on tips to improve project management with template sessions and some backup tools. |
| Minnetonka AudioTools AWE |
Click and read Mike's review of Minnetonka's AudioTools AWE batch conversion software. |
| Command 8 Master Class |
Click to read Mike's article that shows how to get the most from Digidesign's Command 8 control surface. |
| DTS-HD Master Audio Suite |
Click and read Mike's review of the DTS-HD Master Audio Suite. |
| Free Utilities & Plug-ins for Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article that shows improving your Pro Tools system nedn't cost money. He looks at some essential add-ons that can be downloaded for nothing. |
| What's new in Pro Tools v7.4 |
Click and read Mike's review of Protools v7.4 including 'Elastic Audio'. |
| Neyrinck Mix 51 |
Click to read Mike'review of the Neyrinck Mix 51 plug-in for Protools LE systems to enable users to mix in surround. |
| Getting the most from your Pro Tools system |
Click to read Mike's article on getting the last ounce of power from your Pro Tools rig. |
| Restoration Shootout 2 |
Click to read Mike's 2nd comparative review 'shootout' on Restoration software for Protools |
| Maggot Sibliminator |
Click to read Mike's review of a useful little utility to help with alternative takes. |
| Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 |
Click to read Mike's review and techniques for the Digidesign Ignition Pack 2 bundle of software that comes with most Protools hardware. |
| Surround Sound From Stereo |
Click to read Mike's review and techniques for a range of 'Unwrapping plug-ins to get a surround version of stereo audio. |
| Brainworx bx_Digital |
Click to read Mike's review on the bx_Digital plug-ins. |
| Managing Inputs & Outputs In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's technique article, ever found yourself struggling to remember what you have connected to Input 7, or which effect is on Bus 3-4? Five minutes’ work in the I/O Setup window will end your confusion forever... |
| 20 Ways To Create Cash From Your Audio Gear & Skills |
Click to read Mike's contribution to a article, If there's one thing most of us would like to know, it's how to make some extra money - and if we can do it through making music or producing audio, so much the better! |
| Backing Up & Archiving Your Pro Tools Sessions |
Click to read Mike's technique article on tips and advice on back up strategies to help you keep your Protools sessions safe. |
| Surround Sound Encoding Plug-ins |
Click to read Mike's technique article on the different ways of encoding your surround mix in Digidesign Pro Tools. |
| Working With Multiple Disk Drives In Pro Tools |
Click and read now to work safely in Pro Tools as Digidesign doesn't support RAID arrays, but does have its own disk management features that allow you to 'stripe' audio files across multiple disks, or record additional safety copies of everything. |
| Digidesign Digi 003 review |
Click and read Mike's review of the recently released Digidesign 003 hardware. |
| What's New In Pro Tools 7.3: Part 2 |
Click and read Part 2 of Mike's review of Pro Tools v7.3 |
| What's New In Pro Tools 7.3: Part 1 |
Click and read Part 1 of Mike's review of Protools v7.3 |
| McDSP Project Studio Bundle |
Click to read Mike's review of the McDSP Project Studio Bundle of plug-ins. |
| Setting Up Pro Tools Preferences |
Click to read Mike's article, It takes five minutes to set up your Pro Tools Preferences, but getting them right can smooth your workflow and even allow you to run more tracks from your hard drive. |
| Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini |
Click to read Mike's review of the Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini interface. |
| Using Fades & Crossfades in Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's technique article on how to get the most from the Fades & Crossfade features in Protools. |
| McDSP Classic Pack |
Click to read Mike's review of the McDSP Classic Pack Bundle of plug-ins. |
| Desert Island Plug-ins |
Click to read Mike's contribution to a article on the five plug-ins you can't do without. |
| Choosing Channel Strip Plug-ins For Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's comparative 'shootout review of a range of 'channel strip' plug-ins and asks "Are they worth it?" |
| Getting The Best From Quick Punch & Track Punch |
Click to read Mike's technique article on the QuickPunch and TrackPunch features in Pro Tools. |
| Digidesign Mbox 2 Pro |
Click to read Mike's review of the Digidesign Mbox 2 Pro interface. |
| Choosing & Using Enhancement Plug-ins In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article on how to use a range of enhancment 'Boom & Tizz' plug-ins in Pro tools. |
| Digidesign DV Toolkit 2 |
Click to read Mike's review of the Digidesign DV Toolkit 2 post production enhancement bundle for Pro Tools LE. |
| Using Region Groups In Pro Tools 7 |
Click to read Mike's technique article on using the new Region Groups feature in Digidesign Protools v7. |
| Serato Pitch 'n Time Pro |
Click to read Mike's review of Serato's Pitch 'n Time Pro pitch and speed changing plug-in. |
| Pro Tools: Working Methods |
Click to read Mike's technique article on how to use some of the mastering tools reviewed the previous month. |
| Pro Tools Mastering Limiter Shootout: Part 2 |
Click to read Mike's 2nd comparative review 'shootout' on mastering limiter plug-ins for Protools |
| Source Elements Source-Connect |
Click to read Mike's review of an innovative new plug-in allows Pro Tools users to record each other over the Internet, in real time. |
| Eventide Anthology II |
Click to read Mike's review of the Eventide's Anthology II Bundle of plug-ins. |
| Region Looping In Pro Tools 7 |
Click to read Mike's technique article on how to getthe most from the Region Looping features in Protools. |
| Addressing Latency Problems in Pro Tools LE |
Click to read Mike's article on how to work round the latency in Pro Tools LE. |
| Pro Tools Mastering Limiter Shootout Part 1 |
Click to read Mike's 1st comparative review 'shootout' on mastering limiter plug-ins for Pro Tools |
| Surround Sound In Pro Tools TDM & LE |
Click to read Mike's article on how to mix in suround using Digidesign Pro Tools. |
| Working with Video in Pro Tools Part 3 |
Click here to read Part 3 of Mike's article on how to use Pro Tools to 'mix to picture'. |
| Working with Video in Pro Tools Part 2 |
Click here to read Part 2 of Mike's article on how to use Protools to 'mix to picture'. |
| Working with Video in Pro Tools Part 1 |
Click here to read Part 1 of Mike's article on how to use Protools to 'mix to picture'. |
| Advanced Timing Correction In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's technique article on using the Beat Detective feature in Protools to quantize audio on to the beat. |
| Pro Tools Notes |
Click to read Mike's article where once again, there's a bumper crop of news from Digi-world to report, including the long-awaited jump to version 7 of Pro Tools. |
| Managing iLok Plug-in Licences |
Click to read Mike's article on how to get the best out of your iLok and how to stay safe when things go wrong. |
| Pro Tools Notes |
Click to read Mike's article, This month there's news of further maintenance updates to Pro Tools, plus some intriguing plug-in launches... |
| Using Pro Tools' Strip Silence Function |
Click to read Mike's article on how to use the Strip Silence feature in Digidesign's Protools. |
| Pro Tools Notes |
Click to read Mike's article as it's update frenzy this month, as Digidesign deal with the move to Tiger and iron out more of the bugs in Pro Tools 6.9. |
| Pro Tools 6.9 upgrade update |
Click to read Mike's updated news on the Pro tools 6.9 upgrade. |
| Restoration Shootout 1 |
Click to read Mike's 1st comparative review'shootout' on Restoration software for Protools |
| Pro Tools Notes |
Click to read Mike's article that brings you news of a new hardware DSP system from Waves, a mini-review of a keyboard sticker set for Pro Tools from Editor's Keys, the latest information on compatibility with Mac OS 10.4, and plenty of plug-in news. |
| Hidden Keyboard Shortcuts In Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's article on some more keyboard shortcuts you can use in Pro Tools. |
| What's New In Pro Tools v6.9? |
Click to read Mike's article on what Digidesign have introduced in Pro Tools v6.9. |
| Keeping Your Pro Tools Sessions On Track |
Click to read Mike's technique article on helping you to manage your Pro Tools sessions under pressure. |
| Using Pro Tools' Keyboard Commands Focus |
Click to read Mike's article on using the keyboard command focus feature in Protools to help keep you going. |
| Pro Tools updates & free EQ plug-in |
Click to read Mike's article on a high-quality, free EQ plug-in gracing the Digirack suite, some intriguing options for collaboration via the Internet, and a host of updates. |
| Troubleshooting Your Pro Tools System |
Click to read Mike's article on helping you to troubleshoot yur Pro Tools system including explaining what some of those dreaded error numbers actually mean. |
| Pro Tools Notes |
Click to read Mike's article on new plug-ins from Digidesign, Waves and IK Multimedia. |
| Achieving Better Vocal Sounds using Pro Tools |
Click to read Mike's technique article on getting better a vocal sound in Digidesign Pro Tools. |
| Sony Oxford Reverb |
Click to read Mike's review of Sony's Oxford reverb plug-in. |
| Tick-based Audio Tracks |
Click to read Mike's article on how to use the Tick based feature in Protools. |
| The Mysteries of Shuffle Mode Reavealed. |
Click to read Mike's article on when to use, and not use, the Shuffle edit feature in Pro Tools. |
| New MIDI Tools In v6.7 |
Click to read Mike's article on how to work with MIDI in Pro Tools. |
