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Forum: Getting Started 12-30-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Drum Machine

I ended up getting the MDK Mini. What I'm struggling with is how to assign each drum pad to a specific drum. For example, if I want Drum Pad 1 = Snare Drum, Drum Pad 2 = Kick Drum, Drum Pad 3 = High...
Forum: Getting Started 12-11-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Drum Machine

Thanks! If I use something like EZDrummer (the price of that one seems reasonable), can I work with it from within ProTools within the MIDI Editor window? Or do I need to work from within the...
Forum: Getting Started 12-11-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By GNRMatt
Drum Machine

Any good recommendations on a Drum Machine that can:

Connect to my computer easily, probably via USB (or through my FocusRite connection)
Easily connect with Pro Tools
Allow me to use my...
Forum: Getting Started 03-04-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,588
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Virtual Guitar Amp?

Thanks! To answer the first question, I'm looking to music in the vain of AC/DC, Guns N' Roses, etc.

I'll give Amplitube a try!
Forum: Getting Started 03-04-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,588
Posted By GNRMatt
Virtual Guitar Amp?

Right now, when recording my guitar, I'm plugging my Marshall Direct Out into my Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, which then connects to my computer/Pro Tools. Is there a way to plug my guitar directly into...
Forum: Getting Started 02-02-2022, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: MIDI Issues

Thank you all for your help! I finally figured out what the issue was. In the MIDI editor window, I had to click the little "pencil" icon next to the track I was using the MIDI keyboard against. Once...
Forum: Getting Started 02-02-2022, 06:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: MIDI Issues

My mistake on that. I've switched it to the Xpand MIDI editor, and I'm still not getting any sound. In looking for other Virtual Instruments, I don't see any within Pro Tools (see screenshot below)....
Forum: Getting Started 02-02-2022, 05:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: MIDI Issues

I've tried hitting the MIDI keyboard in both the MIDI Editor and MIDI Keyboard using my mouse. I've also tried using the keyboard shortcuts on the MIDI keyboard. Below are the screenshots of these 2...
Forum: Getting Started 02-01-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: MIDI Issues

I checked the suggestion, and at least from what I can see, it looks like it is set up correctly. I've provided a screen shot below.

Also, I'm trying just to click the MIDI keyboard with the...
Forum: Getting Started 02-01-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By GNRMatt
MIDI Issues

I've created a Brand New Session. I've then created a new Instrument Track. On this Instrument Track, I've added the Xpand!2 Plugin. From here, I changed the preset to +06 Rock Kit. After doing this,...
Forum: Getting Started 05-24-2021, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 903
Posted By GNRMatt
Setting up MIDI Keyboard - Old Style

Hi, I'm trying to set up a MIDI keyboard (Casio WK-3000) as an input device, but I'm not having much luck. This is an older keyboard, and I'm using one of the MIDI In/Out style cables to connect to...
Forum: Getting Started 05-14-2021, 11:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 996
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Xpand2 Question

I was able to get this installed. However, now when I open the MIDI editor window, I can't seem to scroll up or down on the keyboard. How can I do this to allow me to hit various notes on the virtual...
Forum: Getting Started 05-14-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 996
Posted By GNRMatt
Xpand2 Question

I'm using the standard version of ProTools and I wanted to start playing with Xpand2 for some drums. From my understanding, I should be able on an Instrument Track to click on the...
Forum: Pro Tools 03-30-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,697
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Click Track - Countoff

Ah, that screenshot is what I was missing...Got it working now...thanks!!
Forum: Pro Tools 03-30-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,697
Posted By GNRMatt
Click Track - Countoff [SOLVED]

This may seem simple, but I feel like I'm missing something.

I want to create a click track for my session. I clicked Track-->Create Click Track and it successfully created one. I'd like it to...
Forum: Getting Started 03-22-2021, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,839
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Selecting a Windows Laptop for Pro Tools

For the iLok question, albee1952, I see you recommend the physical iLok over the Cloud. Why would you recommend against the Cloud? I would see that as a better tool so that I'm not tied to a physical...
Forum: Getting Started 03-21-2021, 10:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,839
Posted By GNRMatt
Selecting a Windows Laptop for Pro Tools

I thought I'd bring my discussion from a different thread into a new thread that was more specific to the question to perhaps benefit others in the future. (Mods, if this shouldn't be done, please...
Forum: Getting Started 03-20-2021, 03:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: How to delete un-used recordings on a track

So, based on all the feedback here, it seems my best option is get a new machine. I don't really want to break the bank here. I'm going to do some research and post on here the specs before I...
Forum: Getting Started 03-20-2021, 07:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: How to delete un-used recordings on a track

I was able to create a Sandra report. The results are:

SiSoftware Sandra

ID
Host Name : LAPTOP-MHVKNC0D
Workgroup : WORKGROUP

Computer
Model : Toshiba Satellite L55-C INVALID
Forum: Getting Started 03-19-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: How to delete un-used recordings on a track

I won't be using any VI's. All of my recordings will be purely guitar and vocal recordings (maybe a little piano or bass). Upgrading the memory on the laptop would probably be difficult as there is...
Forum: Getting Started 03-19-2021, 03:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: How to delete un-used recordings on a track

So, it looks like using First is my primary issue. I was looking at upgrading to the standard version and from looking at the AVID site, the minimum requirements for Windows is 16GB of RAM. My...
Forum: Getting Started 03-19-2021, 12:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: How to delete un-used recordings on a track

Hmm...when I try to change Waveform to Playlist, I'm not seeing that option. The only options I see are:
-Blocks
-Analysis
-Warp
-Waveform
-Volume
-Mute
-Pan

I am using Pro Tools First if...
Forum: Getting Started 03-18-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Posted By GNRMatt
How to delete un-used recordings on a track

When I'm recording on a track, I'll do several takes to get it the way I want it to sound. Every time I do a new record, it saves it as something like "Acoustic Guitar 1_39-01". And where I have...
Forum: Getting Started 03-15-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 838
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Adjusting Volume on a Track in Multiple Spots

So, I tried using the volume automation that I saw in some YouTube videos, but what I'm seeing in them compared to Pro Tools First isn't exactly the same. When I switch the track view to "Volume". I...
Forum: Getting Started 03-14-2021, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 838
Posted By GNRMatt
Re: Adjusting Volume on a Track in Multiple Spots

Thanks! This is exactly what I was looking for!

As for the Pro Tools First choice, since this is my first go-round, I wanted to try creating a song to completion with the free version. If things...
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