Difference between revisions of "Recording with Pro Tools - Sound Effects Studio"
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# Set the '''Input Monitor Mix''' knob to 12:00. | # Set the '''Input Monitor Mix''' knob to 12:00. | ||
# Set the '''MOTU M4''' headphone knob to 2:00. | # Set the '''MOTU M4''' headphone knob to 2:00. | ||
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# Adjust the volumes knob on the headphone amp for each headphone that you are using. | # Adjust the volumes knob on the headphone amp for each headphone that you are using. | ||
#* If the input meters look good but it’s still hard to hear, try turning up the headphone level on the headphone amp. | #* If the input meters look good but it’s still hard to hear, try turning up the headphone level on the headphone amp. | ||
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+ | === Setting Up Pro Tools === | ||
+ | # Go to Options menu and make sure '''Low Latency Monitoring''' is selected. | ||
+ | # Press the '''Track Record Enable''' button on track 1 of '''Pro Tools'''. | ||
# Record arm the tracks you will be recording sound to and press the main record button in the DAW. | # Record arm the tracks you will be recording sound to and press the main record button in the DAW. | ||
− | # | + | # Check record levels and headphone levels |
− | # | + | # In the '''Transport''' window click the '''Record Enable''' button. |
− | # | + | # Press the '''Play''' button to start recording. |
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# Listen back to your recording. | # Listen back to your recording. | ||
# Turn off the “MON” button, disarm any tracks in the DAW, and adjust the big knob to hear your recording from the main speakers. | # Turn off the “MON” button, disarm any tracks in the DAW, and adjust the big knob to hear your recording from the main speakers. |
Revision as of 15:54, 30 March 2023
Contents
Creating a Session in Pro Tools
- Open the Pro Tools application
- Select the Create tab.
- Select the Create from Template option and name your Session
- Select a template - SFX - Lab
- Name the session
- The template should automatically generate the sample-rate and bit-depth, but ensure it is set to Sample Rate: 48kHz and Bit Depth: 24.
- Click Create
- In the Save dialog click Desktop button on the left.
- Name the session.
- Click Save
Recording
Setting Up the MOTU M4
- Turn down the Monitor knob on the MOTU M4.
- Set up a microphone.
- Plug your microphone) into the front of the MOTU M4 Input 1
- Set the preamp levels with the Gain knob.
- Pay close attention to the meters on the face of the MOTU M4.
- Set the Gain knob so the meter is just turning yellow
- Press the MON button on your input channel.
- Set the Input Monitor Mix knob to 12:00.
- Set the MOTU M4 headphone knob to 2:00.
- Adjust the volumes knob on the headphone amp for each headphone that you are using.
- If the input meters look good but it’s still hard to hear, try turning up the headphone level on the headphone amp.
Setting Up Pro Tools
- Go to Options menu and make sure Low Latency Monitoring is selected.
- Press the Track Record Enable button on track 1 of Pro Tools.
- Record arm the tracks you will be recording sound to and press the main record button in the DAW.
- Check record levels and headphone levels
- In the Transport window click the Record Enable button.
- Press the Play button to start recording.
- Listen back to your recording.
- Turn off the “MON” button, disarm any tracks in the DAW, and adjust the big knob to hear your recording from the main speakers.
- Turn the “Input/Playback” knob fully to the playback side and disarm any tracks in the DAW to hear your recording from the headphones.
- Remember to save your Session before closing the file, and preferably saving an additional copy of your session to a personal drive.
- Once everything is saved, shut everything down in reverse order from the power on procedure.
- Clean up the space:
- Ensure all cables are coiled.
- Ensure all microphone stands are put away by loosening the joints and adjusting the pieces rather than forcing the pieces while the joints are still tightened.
- Place all microphones and clips back into their respective containers and note any missing or damaged gear.
- Tidy up any toys, noise makers, etc. Notate any issues in the logbook.