Hey Dan just want to say I should’ve been checking your channel out way before now. A big thanks for all you for rookies like me. I’ve been in for about 8 years but still need advice and expertise from people like you. You are a God sent. Your approach is clear very precise in explaining and demonstrating the basics without all the flash and fireworks and self gratification. Keep up the good work I definitely will be hitting the subscribe bell.
Darrell, thanks for checking out my channel and taking the time to write this. I'm glad the video was helpful to you. I'm actually going to be releasing a lot of Pro Tools training videos in April so feel free to check back periodically. 👍
I just learned how to figure out the delay compensation need to align the h/w components. So you take your pre-send to your hardware signal and send it to an audio track and record it. And then have your return signal coming from the hardware go into another audio track and record it. Then go over to your edit window and stretch the waves out until you can see the distance between the first wave of the original signal, and the difference how long the delay is before the hardware signal difference. Put it into minutes and seconds in the top of the edit window and you can tell how many seconds it is which is 1000 milliseconds per second and then you can set your delay compensation I'm glad I actually talked that out there for a second it might be a little clumsy but at least I know it better in my brain too I hope that helps you
So phase has been my new thing to understand. I was a live sound guy in clubs, and touring for close to 30 years. 25 as my career 3 credits from a degree in audio engineering, and 3 credits away from my associates in music theory for classical, school changed my life. At 53 I just want to learn. So if you have more sharable brains that would rock.
Hey once again very good video. You can disregard my question, I actually found the problem. It was actually the setting of the usb midi thru in the sound module itself that wasn’t sending the signal to protools.
@@AudioSorcerer yeah sometimes machines, computers, modules, daws and many other digital equipment kinda kick you out for no reason. Strange thing but it happens with most digital equipment. It changes your settings on power ups.
Hi! I just purchased Pro Tools 2021. I have the MOTU 828 MK 3 and the MOTU 8 Pre. I'm trying to create a template called Drum Setup with eight mics (kick, snare, toms, overheads etc.) How do I set up the audio I/O?
Bro can you please upload a video on duplicating a track 3 times and put plugins and than get 2 aux tracks and apply delay and reverb so all those 3 duplicate tracks have the same treatment please thanks
Check out my mix series. I go over all that, especially in the vocal video. Mixing A Song From Start To Finish: th-cam.com/play/PLmU_WKhWy-n22OsIvMbe3Q9cShhqdA1j8.html
I watched the first few mins of your video until I reached the "output" set-up. When I click on the output tab of the I/O setup I have no output devices showing as you do. I'm using a MacPro laptop and I want to use the headphone output for sound out to my external speakers. Why can't I see the output devices. I'd shoot you a screenshot but can't attach here. Thanks
I'll be honest, I'm not familiar with Mac computers. I will say I recommend against using your built-in audio card. The best thing to do is to get a cheap audio interface. On a PC not all built-in sound cards will even work for playback and often you have to get a third part software like ASIO4ALL to make them work.
I would like additional information on outboard gear and routing within pro tools I/0. I have been attempting to use an external preamp/eq as an I/0 insert but have been unsucceful. Thanks
Same here. I keep getting AWFUL feedback loops and it mutes my already recorded vocals. I’m about to give up lol soooo frustrating and seems like it should be so simple.
My input channels have been selected as default and the interface has two inputs, which I can see are available in the i/o settings, but when I go to select input 1 rather than input 2 on my tracks, the only input option is "input 1 & 2" and they are not separated which means I can only record with one input, even though I have two. That might seem confusing, but if you know anything about that I'd appreciate the help.
hi, I recently purchased a focusrite scarlett 18i20 (mk2) and a behringer ada8200 for rehearsal room recordings. Somehow I can't seem to get any outboard gear working on the behringer ada8200. I think the problem is that the focusrite has 8 ins but 10 outs. 1+2 are for the monitors, outputs 3-4 + 5-6 match up with inputs 3-4 + 5-6 (and these work fine with outboard gear). then outputs 7-8 are for hp + ouputs 9-10 are for headphones too, but the problem is there are no inputs 9-10. that's when it starts to get complicated cause inputs and outputs do not match up anymore. inputs 9-10 are spdif. outputs 10-11 are spdif. when I then add the behringer ada8200 the inputs are 11-18 and the outputs are 13-20....so clearly they do not match up. In the Focusrite Control software all channels are set to "playback" (thru), for example channel 5-6 is set to "playback 5-6". only channel 1-2 (monitors), 7-8(hp)+9-10 (hp) are set to "playback 1-2" since that is the monitor mix. Since PT can only use the same output/input to insert outboard effects, how can I achieve this? do you have any idea on how do I solve this?
@@AudioSorcerer no I'm not using pro tools aggregate, do I really have to? since the behringer is not really an interface. it's an 8 channel preamp connected to the scarlett via adat. I am using a mac though.
I'm new to pro tools and I was wondering how I can connect my Roland Integra 7 to print it from midi to audio. I connected the input 5-6 from my avid mbox studio to the output 1-2 from my integra. But I can't make midi to audio.
@@AudioSorcerer I used the integra 7 as an instrument via instrument track now. But the problem is that pro tools makes problems and let the integra destroy my sets and chosen sounds when I try to make it to audio.. So in every other DAW it works perfect just pro tools won't
@@AudioSorcerer Thank you ! I adjust getting started literally day 1. I am watching your Mic video right now and my mic doesn’t seem to be picking up any sound either :( input is 1 output is 1-2. Trying to trouble shoot, any ideas that can help ? Thank you for actually answering comments its so refreshing!
Hey great video, I have a problem getting the midi indicator to see the key being struck from my midi keyboard which is connected to a sound module. So I’ll try to explain a little clearer. One day it worked fine in my protools then the next day nothing. I hear and get a track reading perfectly fine from the audio track and setup but all of a sudden the created midi track won’t read it. Protools and the Mac recognizes it according to the midi set up window. I have the input line of the midi track set to (All) and the output of the same midi track set to the sound module (Integra 7), I’ve made sure to arm it but no reading. Sound from the audio track but it’s apparently not coming from the midi trigger. Once again it was working great at one point then stopped. Protools see it but won’t put out the reading from the keyboard or module. Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks
I recently got a guitar amp that can record directly to any computer via usb, so I've been using it with Audacity to record stuff. I downloaded Pro Tools not long after to try to learn how to use a more proper DAW, but I haven't been able to record at all with my amp through it. Both my amp and headphones show up in the hardware setup tab of pro tools, but I can't see either of them under my I/O settings for some reason. Great video btw. Just not super helpful for my specific problems.
Thanks for checking out the video! In Pro Tools you can only have 1 audio device. If your amp and headphones are not the same device then you wouldn't be able to record and hear audio at the same time if that makes sense. If they are the same device and just select it in the playback engine. You don't usually have to modify the I/O. The default settings are fine.
so with the new Apollo x16 (2 cascaded units) i want to basically have all the inputs as analog (no AES/EBU or virtual inputs) and have my outputs mostly analog but reserve 4 virtual outputs and 4 for cue and i want to mirror monitor 1 & 2 to the AWES/EBU output to feed my Grace M905 controller. I to also want more than 12 stereo busses, so the additional busses are internal to Pro Tools and have nothing to do with the Apollo units, correct?
I've got a question regarding changing S/PDIF outputs from a previously recorded sessions to Analog 1-2. I have tried everything from resetting the input and output paths to changing the output in the mixer to Analog 1-2. For whatever reason, I cannot seem to kill the S/PDIF and route them out Analog 1-2. I'm using a DD 003 board and PT 12.4.
Odd question, but is there a chance they just say S/PDIF but are actually tied to your analog 1-2. When I get sessions from clients the output names don't update. Did you try playing back the audio?
@@AudioSorcerer th-cam.com/video/NXxz8qXrqEQ/w-d-xo.html - Like this...he teaches all basis from hook to the corner of everything in logic pro...so if possible..pls coach 🙏. Thank you..
You don't really need to be in the I/O setup to get things running. In Pro Tools First, you select your audio interface under the playback engine and that's pretty much it.
Asking to you if can help me with my concern. I downloaded pro tools first and about to use it but it shows 'some inputs or outputs may have become inactive bcoz ur audio hardware device has changed'. Do you know how to fix this? Am i missing something? I have focusrite as my interface. Thank you
I hace a question on the Inserts part so bassicly i hace output 3-4 but i just hace 2 imputs how do i print? Because you said it has to come thru the same number so if is output 3 it has to clme on imput 3
I do offer remote Pro Tools assistance through my website. I will say that since Pro Tools 11 isn't supported anymore, certain Windows updates could break it or stop it from working properly. It's best to get their new "Studio" subscription plan.
Hey there, I offer remote services if you need any assistance getting setup with Pro Tools. Here is the link: www.audiosorcerer.com/service-page/avid-pro-tools-training?referral=service_list_widget
It says my interface and speakers are not connected. How do I fix that? I was even able to import audio and drop it in a track and when it plays the meters moves but no sound comes out.
What kind of interface are you using? Also, does your computer see the interface and can you play audio from your web browser through it? That's the best place to start troubleshooting.
In setup, It just has : "Hardware", "playback engine", "midi studio setup", midi beat block, midi input filter, midi input devices, click/countoff, language, send data to avid
How do I use the the cue function successfully on Pro tools? Specifically with a Big knob studio interface/monitor controller. And successfully as in be able to talk to the talent with the built in mic on the big knob. Thank you
The one thing I find kinda scary: I just recorded this awesome punk song I am proud of - 4 guitar tracks 4 vocal tracks 1 drum track 1 bass track. NO BUSES. You said 12 busses isnt enough for you? what the hell am i doing wrong? I thought the song sounded awesome, all my friends like it. Again - no buses?
If your mix sounds good then you have nothing to worry about. I wouldn't recommend putting reverb, delay, or other effects directly on a track. Those should be on buses so they can be shared. 👍
I have the latest edition of Pro Tools which I paid for and when I go to the setup menu Hardware is not an option to set up my interface... How do i fix that???
At about 4:20.. that " restore from your last setting.." that's very helpful👍
Yes it is! 🤘🤘🤘
Hey Dan just want to say I should’ve been checking your channel out way before now. A big thanks for all you for rookies like me. I’ve been in for about 8 years but still need advice and expertise from people like you. You are a God sent. Your approach is clear very precise in explaining and demonstrating the basics without all the flash and fireworks and self gratification. Keep up the good work I definitely will be hitting the subscribe bell.
Darrell, thanks for checking out my channel and taking the time to write this. I'm glad the video was helpful to you. I'm actually going to be releasing a lot of Pro Tools training videos in April so feel free to check back periodically. 👍
Thanks so much! you have a great way of explaining this very complicated program
Glad I could help!
I just learned how to figure out the delay compensation need to align the h/w components. So you take your pre-send to your hardware signal and send it to an audio track and record it. And then have your return signal coming from the hardware go into another audio track and record it.
Then go over to your edit window and stretch the waves out until you can see the distance between the first wave of the original signal, and the difference how long the delay is before the hardware signal difference. Put it into minutes and seconds in the top of the edit window and you can tell how many seconds it is which is 1000 milliseconds per second and then you can set your delay compensation
I'm glad I actually talked that out there for a second it might be a little clumsy but at least I know it better in my brain too I hope that helps you
Thanks David, that definitely is helpful. 👍
So phase has been my new thing to understand. I was a live sound guy in clubs, and touring for close to 30 years. 25 as my career 3 credits from a degree in audio engineering, and 3 credits away from my associates in music theory for classical, school changed my life. At 53 I just want to learn. So if you have more sharable brains that would rock.
Man did you save me. Thank you.
Glad I could help! 👍
@@AudioSorcerer I thought my interface was bad at first and I felt so down but I you saved me. Thank you so much.
Hey once again very good video. You can disregard my question, I actually found the problem. It was actually the setting of the usb midi thru in the sound module itself that wasn’t sending the signal to protools.
Glad you got it figured out. 👍
@@AudioSorcerer yeah sometimes machines, computers, modules, daws and many other digital equipment kinda kick you out for no reason. Strange thing but it happens with most digital equipment. It changes your settings on power ups.
Great video
Thanks so much!
Great Vid-thx
Glad you enjoyed it! 🤘🤘🤘
That's a great video, thank you so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly motivates me to keep creating more content.
THANKS!
You're welcome! 👍
Justin Beiber with the side hustle !
You know it!
If I have an audio interface with only 2 channels, is the output also limited to 2 channels?
Depends on the interface, but usually most interfaces that have 2 in have 2 out.
@@AudioSorcerer
Thank you
Hi! I just purchased Pro Tools 2021. I have the MOTU 828 MK 3 and the MOTU 8 Pre. I'm trying to create a template called Drum Setup with eight mics (kick, snare, toms, overheads etc.) How do I set up the audio I/O?
It's just going to be inputs 1-8 in your I/O and then whatever instruments you want to attach to each. 👍
Bro can you please upload a video on duplicating a track 3 times and put plugins and than get 2 aux tracks and apply delay and reverb so all those 3 duplicate tracks have the same treatment please thanks
Check out my mix series. I go over all that, especially in the vocal video. Mixing A Song From Start To Finish: th-cam.com/play/PLmU_WKhWy-n22OsIvMbe3Q9cShhqdA1j8.html
now why would I be asked to click the LIKE button before even watching the video? What if i don't like it?
If you don't end up liking it you can always switch your like to a dislike. lol
@@AudioSorcerer lol true! But I ended up liking it so I clicked thumbs up/Like 👍🏻 😉
I watched the first few mins of your video until I reached the "output" set-up. When I click on the output tab of the I/O setup I have no output devices showing as you do. I'm using a MacPro laptop and I want to use the headphone output for sound out to my external speakers. Why can't I see the output devices. I'd shoot you a screenshot but can't attach here. Thanks
I'll be honest, I'm not familiar with Mac computers. I will say I recommend against using your built-in audio card. The best thing to do is to get a cheap audio interface. On a PC not all built-in sound cards will even work for playback and often you have to get a third part software like ASIO4ALL to make them work.
@@AudioSorcerer thanks for your response.
I would like additional information on outboard gear and routing within pro tools I/0. I have been attempting to use an external preamp/eq as an I/0 insert but have been unsucceful. Thanks
Same here. I keep getting AWFUL feedback loops and it mutes my already recorded vocals. I’m about to give up lol soooo frustrating and seems like it should be so simple.
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No problem! 👍
My input channels have been selected as default and the interface has two inputs, which I can see are available in the i/o settings, but when I go to select input 1 rather than input 2 on my tracks, the only input option is "input 1 & 2" and they are not separated which means I can only record with one input, even though I have two. That might seem confusing, but if you know anything about that I'd appreciate the help.
Did you make a Mono or Stereo audio track to record too? If you want to use one channel of your interface your track needs to be mono.
@@AudioSorcerer Aha, thankyou kindly sir
hi, I recently purchased a focusrite scarlett 18i20 (mk2) and a behringer ada8200 for rehearsal room recordings. Somehow I can't seem to get any outboard gear working on the behringer ada8200. I think the problem is that the focusrite has 8 ins but 10 outs. 1+2 are for the monitors, outputs 3-4 + 5-6 match up with inputs 3-4 + 5-6 (and these work fine with outboard gear). then outputs 7-8 are for hp + ouputs 9-10 are for headphones too, but the problem is there are no inputs 9-10. that's when it starts to get complicated cause inputs and outputs do not match up anymore. inputs 9-10 are spdif. outputs 10-11 are spdif. when I then add the behringer ada8200 the inputs are 11-18 and the outputs are 13-20....so clearly they do not match up. In the Focusrite Control software all channels are set to "playback" (thru), for example channel 5-6 is set to "playback 5-6". only channel 1-2 (monitors), 7-8(hp)+9-10 (hp) are set to "playback 1-2" since that is the monitor mix. Since PT can only use the same output/input to insert outboard effects, how can I achieve this? do you have any idea on how do I solve this?
Since you're using 2 interfaces are you using a Mac and aggregate I/O?
@@AudioSorcerer no I'm not using pro tools aggregate, do I really have to? since the behringer is not really an interface. it's an 8 channel preamp connected to the scarlett via adat. I am using a mac though.
I'm new to pro tools and I was wondering how I can connect my Roland Integra 7 to print it from midi to audio. I connected the input 5-6 from my avid mbox studio to the output 1-2 from my integra. But I can't make midi to audio.
You have to connect the MIDI connections from the Roland to your interface's MIDI.
@@AudioSorcerer I used the integra 7 as an instrument via instrument track now. But the problem is that pro tools makes problems and let the integra destroy my sets and chosen sounds when I try to make it to audio..
So in every other DAW it works perfect just pro tools won't
I am using Pro Tools First, I don’t have I/O set under settings . Is that normal?
I believe that is so. Pro Tools First has some limitations.
@@AudioSorcerer Thank you ! I adjust getting started literally day 1. I am watching your Mic video right now and my mic doesn’t seem to be picking up any sound either :( input is 1 output is 1-2. Trying to trouble shoot, any ideas that can help ? Thank you for actually answering comments its so refreshing!
Hey great video, I have a problem getting the midi indicator to see the key being struck from my midi keyboard which is connected to a sound module. So I’ll try to explain a little clearer. One day it worked fine in my protools then the next day nothing. I hear and get a track reading perfectly fine from the audio track and setup but all of a sudden the created midi track won’t read it. Protools and the Mac recognizes it according to the midi set up window. I have the input line of the midi track set to (All) and the output of the same midi track set to the sound module (Integra 7), I’ve made sure to arm it but no reading. Sound from the audio track but it’s apparently not coming from the midi trigger. Once again it was working great at one point then stopped. Protools see it but won’t put out the reading from the keyboard or module. Any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks
I recently got a guitar amp that can record directly to any computer via usb, so I've been using it with Audacity to record stuff. I downloaded Pro Tools not long after to try to learn how to use a more proper DAW, but I haven't been able to record at all with my amp through it. Both my amp and headphones show up in the hardware setup tab of pro tools, but I can't see either of them under my I/O settings for some reason.
Great video btw. Just not super helpful for my specific problems.
Thanks for checking out the video! In Pro Tools you can only have 1 audio device. If your amp and headphones are not the same device then you wouldn't be able to record and hear audio at the same time if that makes sense. If they are the same device and just select it in the playback engine. You don't usually have to modify the I/O. The default settings are fine.
@@AudioSorcerer Interesting. I'll give that a shot and let you know how that goes. Thanks!
so with the new Apollo x16 (2 cascaded units) i want to basically have all the inputs as analog (no AES/EBU or virtual inputs) and have my outputs mostly analog but reserve 4 virtual outputs and 4 for cue and i want to mirror monitor 1 & 2 to the AWES/EBU output to feed my Grace M905 controller. I to also want more than 12 stereo busses, so the additional busses are internal to Pro Tools and have nothing to do with the Apollo units, correct?
I'm not sure I can answer the first part off the top of my head but regarding busses, yes those are internal to Pro Tools.
I've got a question regarding changing S/PDIF outputs from a previously recorded sessions to Analog 1-2. I have tried everything from resetting the input and output paths to changing the output in the mixer to Analog 1-2. For whatever reason, I cannot seem to kill the S/PDIF and route them out Analog 1-2. I'm using a DD 003 board and PT 12.4.
Odd question, but is there a chance they just say S/PDIF but are actually tied to your analog 1-2. When I get sessions from clients the output names don't update. Did you try playing back the audio?
my default button is not working.
How do you create more buses?
I show how to create more buses step by step in the video.
@@AudioSorcerer I see now, thanks a mil
Coach...can u able to teach full pro tools tutorial?!
I'm going to be releasing more videos in my Pro Tools series.
@@AudioSorcerer th-cam.com/video/NXxz8qXrqEQ/w-d-xo.html - Like this...he teaches all basis from hook to the corner of everything in logic pro...so if possible..pls coach 🙏. Thank you..
What do you do if there is no option for I/O setup in Pro Tools First?
You don't really need to be in the I/O setup to get things running. In Pro Tools First, you select your audio interface under the playback engine and that's pretty much it.
Asking to you if can help me with my concern. I downloaded pro tools first and about to use it but it shows 'some inputs or outputs may have become inactive bcoz ur audio hardware device has changed'. Do you know how to fix this? Am i missing something? I have focusrite as my interface. Thank you
If you just click yes to that does Pro Tools still work?
I hace a question on the Inserts part so bassicly i hace output 3-4 but i just hace 2 imputs how do i print? Because you said it has to come thru the same number so if is output 3 it has to clme on imput 3
The inputs and outputs are independent of each other. You can use any number you'd like.
Im going through this same problem. Have you fixed yours yet? If so, would you mind sharing the details?
My son deleted the pro tools 11 I had got him and I have been struggling with how to get it back on the computer for him.. can you help?
I do offer remote Pro Tools assistance through my website. I will say that since Pro Tools 11 isn't supported anymore, certain Windows updates could break it or stop it from working properly. It's best to get their new "Studio" subscription plan.
@@AudioSorcerer I would still need some assistance if you don't mind at all ✊🏼
@@richrollin105 you can email me at info@audiosorcerer.com
I need help
Hey there, I offer remote services if you need any assistance getting setup with Pro Tools. Here is the link: www.audiosorcerer.com/service-page/avid-pro-tools-training?referral=service_list_widget
This didn’t work.. half of the defaults were automatically grey (couldn’t click any of them)
I am a beginner, not getting any sound at all, I don't have the I/O option under the setup, does anyone know what I'm doing wrong??
What are you using for an audio interface?
What version you are using ?
The most recent version. I think 2020.12
It says my interface and speakers are not connected. How do I fix that? I was even able to import audio and drop it in a track and when it plays the meters moves but no sound comes out.
What do you have for an interface?
@@AudioSorcerer Focusrite Scarlet solo 2
Hmmmmmmm ProTools doesn't see my interface, which is plugged in and on. I'm stuck, lol.
What kind of interface are you using? Also, does your computer see the interface and can you play audio from your web browser through it? That's the best place to start troubleshooting.
Why doesnt pro tools recognise my adat inputs of my lynx hilo😢
That I can't answer. I would reach out to the manufacturer to see if they could provide you support on that. 👍
I don’t have an I/O window. Do you know why?
That is odd
same , feel like im done before i even started . worst software to setup ive ever used .
The latest pro tools first doesn't have that option
In setup,
It just has : "Hardware", "playback engine", "midi studio setup", midi beat block, midi input filter, midi input devices, click/countoff, language, send data to avid
Pro Tools First has some limitations since it's free.
How do I use the the cue function successfully on Pro tools? Specifically with a Big knob studio interface/monitor controller. And successfully as in be able to talk to the talent with the built in mic on the big knob. Thank you
The one thing I find kinda scary: I just recorded this awesome punk song I am proud of - 4 guitar tracks 4 vocal tracks 1 drum track 1 bass track. NO BUSES. You said 12 busses isnt enough for you? what the hell am i doing wrong? I thought the song sounded awesome, all my friends like it. Again - no buses?
If your mix sounds good then you have nothing to worry about. I wouldn't recommend putting reverb, delay, or other effects directly on a track. Those should be on buses so they can be shared. 👍
I have the latest edition of Pro Tools which I paid for and when I go to the setup menu Hardware is not an option to set up my interface... How do i fix that???
You don't see your interface as an option in the playback engine?
@@AudioSorcerer no sir
@@AudioSorcerer nor do i have the hardware option in setup menu
What interface do you have?
Avid Mbox 3 gen
how to connect my Digi 003 to pro tools
I don't think the Digi 003 is compatible with the new Pro Tools.
Why does IO not show up for me
Are you using your computer's sound card or an external audio interface?
Bro you perfect you can make a video that shows how to put and use aututune on the cakewalk
I actually don't have autotune
PC.....goodbye...