Pro Tools Basics

Producing music is an incredibly creative process, and knowing the tools of the trade is essential in order to transmit the musical ideas in your head into the DAW in a creative and uninhibited way. Whether you have used a computer to create music before, or you have been curious about production for years, this 4-week course will give you an introductory look into the world of Avid Pro Tools and Pro Tools First.

• Identify the various components in the Pro Tools interface and organize session files
• Discuss difference between a synthesizer and sampler and know how to use each of them
• Record a live performance into Pro Tools
• Balance your production mix by adjusting levels, using pan, and applying effects such as EQ, reverb, and compression