ABSTRACT

Now that your DAW is complete, you are ready to start using Pro Tools 8 LE and taking advantage of its many features. In this chapter, we start up a new session, learn about session parameters, using common tools, and navigating the Workspace. We also learn how to use session templates, using the Mix and Edit windows, transport tools, tracks, plug-ins, routing, input and output (I/O), and preferences. This chapter is a complete walk-through and gives you a great understanding of how to work with many of Pro Tools’ most critical features. It will get you ready to begin the next phase of music production – composing your work!