Lesson 1
Lesson 2A
Lesson 2B
Lesson 3A
Lesson 3B
100
Describe the difference between Audio and MIDI
Audio - recording audio, stores as digital file
MIDI - records the performance data
100
Name two of the folders and files that Pro Tools creates as part of the session hierarchy.
Audio
Bounced file
Backup files
MIDI Files
Wavecache
100
Which main Pro Tools window displays audio waveforms and can be used to work directly with audio, MIDI, and video files on tracks?
Edit Window
100
What icon is used for the Zoomer tool in the Edit window?
It is a magnify glass
100
Which Edit tool is represented by a hand icon?
The grabber
200
How does the bit depth of a system relate to the dynamic range of audio it can capture?
The more bit depth, the greater the dynamic range
200
What happens if the WaveCache file gets deleted or goes missing?
It will take longer to load
200
Which Pro Tools window provides access to Pan controls and Volume Faders for each track?
Mix Window
200
Which tool is active when the Trim, Selector, and Grabber icons are all selected (highlighted in blue) in the Edit window toolbar?
The smart tool
200
How can you use the zoom tool to quickly zoom out, filling the Edit window with the longest track in the session?
Double click on the zoomer tool
300
HD Madi
300
Which components should you turn on first when powering up a Pro Tools system?
Anything that needs external power
300
Which functions are available under the Edit menu in Pro Tools?
Cut, Copy, and Paste
300
When is it helpful to work in Spot mode?
When you want to place it in a specific place - Dialog box appears
300
What are the two types of Rulers available in Pro Tools?
Time Based and Conductor
400
Name some audio interfaces that are compatible with standard Pro Tools software.
Windows - Any one with an ASIO driver
Mac - Any one with a Core Audio driver
400
What kinds of commands can be found under the Pro Tools Options menu?
Commands that toggle functions on/off
400
In the Edit window toolbar
400
What is one way to hide Rulers that you do not need displayed in a session?
View > rulers to unselect
Alt click on ruler name
400
What is the purpose of the Metronome button in the MIDI Controls area?
To provide an audible beat for your musicians
500
The maximum dynamic range of 16-bit audio is __________
96dB
500
What is the purpose of the Session File Backups folder inside the Pro Tools session folder?
Stores session backup files created by the Auto Backup function
500
TRUE or FALSE? Standard Pro Tools software does not include any plug-ins; all plug-in bundles require a separate purchase or Pro Tools | Ultimate software.
False
500
Refer to the image. Which Edit mode should you use if you want clips to swap positions on a track when dragged on top of one another, without overlapping?
Shuffle
500
Pro Tools supports recording at sample rates up to ______ with a compatible audio interface.
192 kHz