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Intro to Sound Mixing Lesson 2

1.

What are the two valid audio types?

  • BWF (.WAV)
  • AIFF
2.

True or False: A Pro Tools session file contains audio files.

False

3.

Describe the various file types: Session, WaveCache, Audio, Rendered, Session file

  • Session File:. This is the primary file that acts as the "brain" of the project.
  • WaveCache File:. This file stores the waveform display data for all audio within the session.
  • Audio Files:. This refers to the actual raw audio recordings or imported audio clips used within the session.
  • Rendered Files:. This category encompasses audio files that have been processed or "rendered" by the DAW.
  • Session File Backups:. These are automatically generated backup copies of the main session file.
4.

Describe what the edit window looks like

A timeline in the center for arranging clips, a track list on the left for managing tracks, and a clips list on the right for accessing all session clips.

5.

Describe what the mix window looks like

The window provides a comprehensive interface for controlling volume, panning, inserts, sends, and routing.

6.

Describe what the transport window looks like?

A floating, non-resizable window that provides comprehensive controls for playback, recording, and navigation.

7.

Describe the following menus: file, view, setup, options, window

  • File menu: The File menu contains essential commands for managing your Pro Tools sessions.
  • View menu: The View menu affects how elements are displayed within Pro Tools windows, including the Edit and Mix windows.
  • Setup menu: The Setup menu is used to configure Pro Tools hardware and software settings through various dialog boxes.
  • Window menu: The Window menu lets you open, close, and arrange Pro Tools' main and auxiliary windows.