Does your Pro Tools 8 install freeze? March 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digidesign, Leopard, Pro Tools , 340commentsI’ve been getting a lot of emails from people who’s Pro Tools 8 LE install is freezing or stalling. Most often it happens during the “Running pro tools creative collection installer script” message. 95% of the time so far, the solution is: (more…)
DIY Acoustic Treatment: Gobo, part 4 March 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Acoustics, Project Studio, Studio Setup , 4commentsThe final installation of the DIY gobo – the outer frame and base (more…)
DIY Acoustic Treatment: Gobo, part 3 March 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Acoustics, Project Studio, Studio Setup , add a commentFilling it up!
DIY Acoustic Treatment: Gobo, part 2 March 18, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Acoustics, Project Studio, Studio Setup , add a commentThe start of the gobo: the inner frame (more…)
DIY Acoustic Treatment: Gobo, part 1 March 18, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Acoustics, Project Studio, Studio Setup , 5commentsWhile planning for some recording projects this summer, I realized that a few gobos (mobile, often absorptive, sound isolation barriers) would really be of benefit. However, I began searching online and found out I would have to spend more than $400 for each gobo… ouch. I decided to build some myself. (more…)
DIY Acoustic Treatment: Introduction March 15, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Acoustics, Project Studio, Studio Setup , 2commentsArguably the most important element of making awesome recordings has nothing to do with tubes, transistors, or electrons moving through copper.
Your room’s acoustics are extremely important! Even the most expensive signal chain in the world can be greatly hampered if not used in a great sounding room. Project and home studios can benefit greatly from even a small investment in treatment (such as absorption for first reflections and parallel surfaces plus bass trapping)
To make your acoustic dollars stretch even further (and to have a bunch of fun!), you can build the treatments yourself. (more…)
Connor = M.I.A. March 10, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : General Announcements , 2commentsSorry I’ve been absent from articles lately… grad school is getting the better of my time right now.
I’m still trying to answer comments and any email anyone sends me, so please keep them coming. I go on break soon, and I should be able to start up some new articles and videos. (more…)
Digidesign releases Pro Tools 8.0cs2 February 25, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digidesign, General Announcements, Pro Tools , add a commentClick here to go to the download page.
It looks like the release is just a small “fix a few bugs” update.
Why All DAW Users Should Use a Kensington Expert Mouse February 25, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Computers, Editing, Reviews , 14commentsThis is one serious mouse. This is the single greatest improvement to work speed and fluidity I’ve seen in my setup. (Perhaps with the exception of a fast computer). (more…)
Backing up your system – a must! February 23, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digital home recording studios, Project Studio, Studio Setup , 2commentsMaking a backup of your files is of critical importance in the audio world. Hard drives crash all the time, and losing a client’s (or your own) project files can be disastrous. Not only can you lose time and money, but you also lose reputation and credibility. (more…)
AOTD: 2/21/09 February 21, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : AOTD , 2comments(not a true acronym, but)
Hi-Z - The “Z” is a symbol for impedance, meaning this stands for high impedance (measured in Ohms). Typically something designated as having high impedance means more than a few thousand ohms.
Video: Introduction to DB33 Organ in Pro Tools LE February 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Pro Tools, Videos, Virtual Instruments , add a commentThis is a short introduction to DB33, Digidesign’s new B3 organ instrument in Pro Tools LE. I go through the basic functions of each section and show you how each alters the organ’s sound.
Video: Saving Different Sample Rates and Formats in Pro Tools LE February 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digidesign, Pro Tools, Videos , add a commentIf you need to change the sample rate of your Pro Tools session or need to save a session in an earlier version of Pro Tools, this video will show you how. Both actions are done from the same file menu option.
Video: Choosing Default Plug-Ins in Pro Tools LE February 20, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digidesign, Pro Tools, Videos , 2commentsThis video will show you how to quickly access your favorite plug-ins in Pro Tools. By selecting default dynamics and EQ, these plug-ins will show up in the first drop down insert menu (saving you lots of time searching through menus)
Pro Tools Tips: Using Your Mixer Notes Wisely February 18, 2009
Posted by ConnorSmith in : Digidesign, Pro Tools, Studio Setup , 2commentsThe “notes” section in the Pro Tools mixer window is a resource often overlooked. Jotting down notes here can keep a session organized and flowing. Here are some suggestions: (more…)