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==To gain access to this facility==
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== Overview ==
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# The Mixing Benches require a proficiency test.  This can be scheduled at the Electronic Media Desk, L1501.  The Mixing Benches are in L1523 and L1525.
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The '''Audio Mixing Benches''' are our introductory audio edit suites. 
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# Schedule time for yourself either through Media Loan or the Multimedia Lab.
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* They have one computer station with a variety of accessories and software. 
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# Get keys from Media Loan for your scheduled time.
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* They are designed to be used by 1-2 students. 
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* They are available for students to use for academic use. 
  
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==Once you enter the facility==
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=== Location ===
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# Enter your name and time into the logbook, along with any problems you encounter during your time in the lab.
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* They are in their own rooms on the first floor of Evans Hall in 1520 and 1522. 
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# Turn on the computer (there is a specific pathway to do this correctly, as follows:)
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* From the lobby walk past the '''Multimedia Lab''' and turn left at the garbage and recycling station.
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## Turn down the volume on the Volume Box.  It’s the metal box with a red knob.
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## Turn on the main power switch.  It is on the right corner of the desk.
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## Turn on the computer using the power button, which is the round button on the left front of the computer.  The computer is underneath the desk.
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## The computer runs some scripts at start up.  Wait for the “Opening Message” text file to open before doing anything.  
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==Help==
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===Access===
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If you need help, go to the Multimedia Lab L1404 or Media Loan L2504.
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* The labs require the '''Audio - Mixing Bench''' proficiency badge in Schedule Evergreen. 
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* Read the [[Media Labs Proficiency Process]] page for proficiency information. 
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* Read the [[Media Labs Access Policy]] for lab polices.
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* Read the [[Scheduling General Access Media Labs]] article for scheduling procedures.
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* Schedule time at '''Media Loan''', the '''Multimedia Lab''' or via [[Self Service - Schedule Evergreen|Self Service]] in Schedule Evergreen.
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* Get keys from '''Media Loan''' for your scheduled time.
  
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==Applications==
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=== General Policies ===
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Here are the main applications
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* No food or drinks of any kind are allowed in the labs'''.'''
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# Peak:  Basic audio recording and editing of mono and stereo files.  
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* Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the buildings.
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# Digital Performer:  Multi-track audio recording and mixing. It also does MIDI editing.
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* Take care of yourself and remember to take a break once in a while.
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# Pro Tools: Multi-track audio recording and mixing.
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* Clean up after yourself.  
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# Toast: CD and DVD burning.  Use Toast to make audio CD’s, data CD’s or data DVD’s for back up.
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* Do not delete other students' files.
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# Audacity:  Open source audio editor.
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* Do not unplug or remove anything from the spaces.
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# iTunes:  Apples CD player program.  If you need to playback an audio CD use iTunes.
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* Make sure the door is closed and locked when you leave the lab.
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** Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.
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* Only use your scheduled time.
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* Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
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* Reports any lab problems by following the [[Report a Problem in a Media Lab|Report a problem in a media lab]] procedure.
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* Be courteous and respectful to the other users of the labs and all student employees.   
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* Follow the [https://www.evergreen.edu/sites/default/files/2021-08/Code_of_Student_Rights_and_Responsibilities.pdf Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities] and the [https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=174-121-010 Social Contract]
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* Files on computers may be deleted at the end of each quarter or as-needed.
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** Always keep a backup of your work in another location.
  
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==Computer Audio Cards==  
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===Help===
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* The computer uses the built-in audio card and is called the Mac in and Mac out on the patch bay.  
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* Always enter your name and time into the logbook, along with any problems you encounter during your time in the lab
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* When open projects that were last used in other labs the audio inputs and outputs might need to be re-assigned.
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* If you need help, go to the '''Multimedia Lab''' Evans 1404.
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* In the dock there is a folder with an orange '''M''' called '''Manuals''' that contain PDF’s of some of the manuals
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*The Evergreen Help Wiki – has helpful Mixing Bench articles as well as various audio editing software cheat sheets
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** [[:Category:Audio Mixing Benches|Audio Mixing Benches]]
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==Applications==
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* '''Adobe Audition''': Multi-track audio recording and mixing
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* '''Ableton Live''': Music Production
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* '''Pro Tools''': Multi-track audio recording and mixing.
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* '''REAPER''': Multi-track audio recording and mixing.
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* '''Audacity''': Open source audio editor.
  
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Patchbay, Mixer and monitoring:
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== Equipment ==
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All the equipment is connected to the patchbay.  You can connect devices with patchcords but most of the basic connections are normalized.  This means that no patching is required. 
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When you start it’s a good idea to remove all the patchcords from the patchbay. 
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The mixer and the volume control box are the devices used to set levels and monitoring volumes.  Use the mixer to set recording levels and the Volume Box to set monitoring levels.  The M-box is normalized to inputs 7-8.  The mixer’s Main Mix output is normalized to the Mac inputs. 
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The mixer’s Control Room output is normalized to the Volume Box Mixer input.  The output of the Mac is normalized to the Volume Box Mac input.  On the Volume Box choose Mixer or Mac to either listen to the mixer or the program using the Mac. 
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File Storage: 
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=== Computer ===
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Make a folder on the User Drive to store your files in.  It’s a good idea to back up your work to a data DVD, external hard drive or a server.  All files are deleted at the end of every quarter. 
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* Mac Studio and 64 GB of Ram
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* 27" Dell monitor with built in webcam
  
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If you have any other problems, please check the handouts located next to the door, or the website www.evergreen.edu/electronicmedia/audio.  A variety of handouts can be downloaded from the “downloads“ section. Also in the dock  (the row of icons on the left of the screen) there is a folder called “Manuals” that contain PDF’s of the manuals.  
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===Apollo x8 Audio Interface===
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# Sound card upon start up should be in 48k sample rate.
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# There are 2 HI-Z inputs and 4 Mic inputs.
  
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== Lab Procedures ==
  
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=== Powering On Procedure ===
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# Turn down the volume on the '''Palmer Monicon''' monitor controller.  It’s the black box with a large volume knob.
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# Turn on the power strip located on the right corner of the computer desk.
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# Wait 10 seconds for the sound card to fully start up, sound card should read 48k.
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# Power on the computer by pressing the button on the lower left corner of the computer.
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# Log in to the computer and wait for the user template to fully start up..
  
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=== Monitoring ===
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* The '''Palmer Monicon''' monitor controller is used to set the monitoring volume.  
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* [[Audio Monitoring - Mixing Bench]]  
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* On the '''Monicon''' set the '''Input Selection''' button to '''1 (Stereo)''' to listen to outputs 1 and 2 of the '''Apollo x8'''. 
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** The computer is set up to send its main output signals through the '''Apollo x8'''. 
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* On the '''Monicon''', '''Input Selection 2''' is not being used.
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* On the '''Monicon'',''''' there are two pairs of speaker outputs available. '''Output Selection 1''' is connected to the '''JBL LSR305''' nearfield speakers.
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* The '''Monicon''' also has a '''Headphones''' output with its own volume control.
  
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===File Management===
  
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All file storage on the computers is local to that computer.  You need to back up your files in order to use them in another lab.
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* Make a folder on the desktop to store your files.  
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* When working save often
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* When you are done save and quit any applications you are using.
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* Back up your files to:
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** OneDrive
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** External hard drive
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** Thumb drive
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* If you have a fast USB three hard drive you can work directly of your drive.  
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* '''We erase all the student files off the computers on Thursday of every eval week.'''
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* '''Always back up your files'''
 
[[Category:Audio Mixing Benches]]
 
[[Category:Audio Mixing Benches]]

Latest revision as of 10:28, 14 November 2024

Overview

The Audio Mixing Benches are our introductory audio edit suites. 

  • They have one computer station with a variety of accessories and software. 
  • They are designed to be used by 1-2 students. 
  • They are available for students to use for academic use. 

Location

  • They are in their own rooms on the first floor of Evans Hall in 1520 and 1522. 
  • From the lobby walk past the Multimedia Lab and turn left at the garbage and recycling station.

Access

General Policies

  • No food or drinks of any kind are allowed in the labs.
  • Alcohol, drugs, vaping and smoking are not allowed anywhere in the buildings.
  • Take care of yourself and remember to take a break once in a while.
  • Clean up after yourself.  
  • Do not delete other students' files.
  • Do not unplug or remove anything from the spaces.
  • Make sure the door is closed and locked when you leave the lab.
    • Do not leave doors propped open if the room will be temporarily unoccupied, even if you are only running to the restroom.
  • Only use your scheduled time.
  • Return keys and equipment promptly to Media Loan or to the Library Circulation Desk.
  • Reports any lab problems by following the Report a problem in a media lab procedure.
  • Be courteous and respectful to the other users of the labs and all student employees.
  • Follow the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities and the Social Contract
  • Files on computers may be deleted at the end of each quarter or as-needed.
    • Always keep a backup of your work in another location.

Help

  • Always enter your name and time into the logbook, along with any problems you encounter during your time in the lab
  • If you need help, go to the Multimedia Lab Evans 1404.
  • In the dock there is a folder with an orange M called Manuals that contain PDF’s of some of the manuals
  • The Evergreen Help Wiki – has helpful Mixing Bench articles as well as various audio editing software cheat sheets

Applications

  • Adobe Audition: Multi-track audio recording and mixing
  • Ableton Live: Music Production
  • Pro Tools: Multi-track audio recording and mixing.
  • REAPER: Multi-track audio recording and mixing.
  • Audacity: Open source audio editor.

Equipment

Computer

  • Mac Studio and 64 GB of Ram
  • 27" Dell monitor with built in webcam

Apollo x8 Audio Interface

  1. Sound card upon start up should be in 48k sample rate.
  2. There are 2 HI-Z inputs and 4 Mic inputs.

Lab Procedures

Powering On Procedure

  1. Turn down the volume on the Palmer Monicon monitor controller. It’s the black box with a large volume knob.
  2. Turn on the power strip located on the right corner of the computer desk.
  3. Wait 10 seconds for the sound card to fully start up, sound card should read 48k.
  4. Power on the computer by pressing the button on the lower left corner of the computer.
  5. Log in to the computer and wait for the user template to fully start up..

Monitoring

  • The Palmer Monicon monitor controller is used to set the monitoring volume.  
  • Audio Monitoring - Mixing Bench  
  • On the Monicon set the Input Selection button to 1 (Stereo) to listen to outputs 1 and 2 of the Apollo x8. 
    • The computer is set up to send its main output signals through the Apollo x8. 
  • On the Monicon, Input Selection 2 is not being used.
  • On the Monicon, there are two pairs of speaker outputs available. Output Selection 1 is connected to the JBL LSR305 nearfield speakers.
  • The Monicon also has a Headphones output with its own volume control.

File Management

All file storage on the computers is local to that computer.  You need to back up your files in order to use them in another lab.

  • Make a folder on the desktop to store your files.  
  • When working save often
  • When you are done save and quit any applications you are using.
  • Back up your files to:
    • OneDrive
    • External hard drive
    • Thumb drive
  • If you have a fast USB three hard drive you can work directly of your drive.  
  • We erase all the student files off the computers on Thursday of every eval week.
  • Always back up your files
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