Pro Tools 8 Power!: The Comprehensive Guide

Description

Get the most out of Pro Tools with the definitive guidebook! Covering the LE, M-Powered, and HD versions of Pro Tools for music, post, and multimedia users at all levels, "Pro Tools 8 Power!, Second Edition" is the perfect resource for both newcomers looking to get up and running, and more advanced users who would like a complete desk reference on the new version. Completely updated for Pro Tools 8, everything from basic audio concepts and setting up your system to editing, mixing, plug-ins, MIDI, and much more is here in a usable format that explains techniques in plain language. Helpful keyboard shortcuts for Windows and Macintosh as well as informative notes and helpful tips are included throughout the text.

CONTENTS:

Introduction.

1: About Pro Tools.

2: Pro Tools Terms and Concepts.

3: Your System Configuration.

4: Creating Your First Pro Tools Session.

5: The Transport Window.

6: The Edit Window.

7: The Mix Window.

8: Menu Selections: Highlights.

9: Plug-ins, Inserts and Sends.

10: MIDI.

11: Synchronization.

12: The Pro Tools Groove.

13: Music Production.

14: Postproduction and Soundtracks.

15: Sound Design for Interactive Media.

16: Bouncing to Disk, Other File Formats.

17: Pro Tools Power: The Next Step.

Appendix A: Further Study, and Resources on the Web.

Appendix B: Add-ons, Extensions and Cool Stuff for Your PT Rig.

Appendix C: Archive and Backup.

Appendix D: Pro Tools Free 5.01 Power!

Appendix E: Power Tips and Loopy Ideas.

Appendix F: Signal Flow in Pro Tools.