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Once recording and editing are finished, audio engineers can take advantage of the training in Pro Tools 8: Mixing and Mastering to punch up the final output. Digidesign Certified Expert Brian White covers all the basic mixing tools that every producer and engineer should know, from using EQ to add clarity and focus to using compression and limiting to maximize track levels within a mix. Brian stresses the importance of setting up a solid mixing plan prior to any work in Pro Tools, and gives advice on the best plug-ins for each stage of the process. Exercise files accompany the course.

Course Pro Tools 8: Mixing and Mastering Author Brian White SKU ISBN Release Date 2009-08-20 Duration 9.18 hrs / 77 tutorials Work files Yes Price $ 49.95 Retail price $ 99.95 Language Tags Pro Tools

1. Preparing to Mix Mixing "in the box" 05:09 Setting up the studio: Speakers and acoustics 13:12 Staying organized: Effectively prepping the mix 10:50 Managing system resources during mixdown 11:13 2. Working with the Pro Tools Mixer Introducing the Pro Tools Mixer 02:24 Understanding mixer signal flow 03:42 Using inserts and plug-ins 07:04 Working with plug-in settings 05:01 Using sends and creating FX returns 06:55 Submixing with aux tracks 04:30 Using groups while mixing 03:46 Using master faders effectively 08:17 3. Mixing Tools and Strategies Conceptualizing the mix and making a plan 07:45 Using volume and pan to balance the mix 11:18 Knowing when to process: Mix problems vs. mix solutions 02:08 4. Understanding and Using EQ (Equalization) Understanding the mechanics of sound 03:53 Learning the basics of EQ: Frequency-specific level control 04:29 Using DigiRack EQ III 16:03 EQ strategies in mixing: Corrective vs. creative 07:18 EQ workflow example 1: Kick drum 05:39 EQ workflow example 2: Filtering loops 05:10 EQ workflow example 3: The "telephone" effect 03:07 Mixing tips and tricks for EQ 17:36 5. Understanding and Using Dynamics Processors Understanding dynamics and dynamic range 02:01 Working with dynamics processors 02:57 Using the DigiRack Dyn III compressor/limiter 10:06 Balancing and shaping track dynamics 03:19 Using gates and expanders 09:22 Using de-essers to eliminate sibilance 05:47 Dynamics workflow example 1: Vocals 10:00 Dynamics workflow example 2: Drums 09:29 Mixing tips and tricks: Dynamics 11:37 Building parallel or "upward" compression 07:53 Reviewing dynamics concerns: How much is too much? 03:28 6. Mixing with Reverb, Delay, and Other Effects Using time-based effects to add depth and width 03:22 Using DigiRack D-Verb 14:27 Using the DigiRack delays 09:18 Mixing with reverb 07:59 Mixing with delays 06:19

Mixing tips and tricks: Creating mix depth 06:23 7. Introducing the Pro Tools Creative Collection Working with the Creative Collection 09:08 Building distortion and saturation 09:00 8. Automating the Mix Understanding automation 04:10 Recording real-time automation moves 07:06 Viewing and editing automation 10:17 Automating plug-ins 07:36 Automation strategies for mixing 08:24 9. Putting It All Together Understanding the characteristics of a great mix 07:02 Working to reference tracks 04:35 Avoiding some common pitfalls 07:50 Building healthy mixing habits 03:36 Crafting your mix from start to finish 06:28 10. Mastering in Pro Tools Understanding mastering 04:15 Bouncing the mix 07:09 Working with general mastering strategies 08:50 Using limiting and compression to maximize track level 10:57 Working with multi-band compression 07:09 Understanding sample rate, bit depth, file formats, and dither 07:30 Using Pro Tools for CD track sequencing 10:11 Compressing audio for the web 09:41 11. Reviewing Third-Party Plug-Ins Tips for evaluating plug-in processors 06:51 Using EQ plug-ins 05:35 Using dynamic compression plug-ins 11:03 Using reverb and delay plug-ins 10:46 Reviewing additional plug-ins 10:36 12. Additional Topics Effectively using saturation/analog style effects 13:40 Setting up side chains 07:05 Master buss processing 05:34 Creating and using mix templates 06:54 Surround mixing 06:22 Dealing with plug-in delay and latency 06:26 Drum sample replacing 11:17 Conclusion Goodbye 00:32