Track volume question

[RichrdC]

I'm wondering where I can look at the settings in regards to the way you can change the volume of a track. I've got MP 8.0.5, and I've got the smart tool on, and the track in volume mode so I can see the volume line. My question, At times when I'll want to change the volume I'll use the smart tool, (with the trimmer icon sideways) and I can move the entire volume line up or down. Then other times, I'll go to change volume, and only one small part, between two circle markers (sorry for the terms I'm using) will move up or down, and the rest of the volume stays the same. Why one time, the entire volume can be moved in unison, and then, on another track, only a portion of the volume line will change? Thanks

[RichrdC]

Dang, Either I'm asking a stupid question, or I've stumped alot of folks much smarter than me!!! Please someone, just tell me I'm stupid for asking such a dumb question.. Thanks

[YYR123]

U can select the complete selection and then u can move the complete volume - ie b/t the two end points

If not (select complete audio. Section) u will only move certain mini points

[RichrdC]

YYR123, Thanks for the post.. I'm still a bit confused. Here's why. When your viewing the volume of a track, you can see the little white circles along the volume line of a track. My issue is that on one track, using the trim tool, the entire volume of the track will move even with many volume end points on the volume line. Then other times, the volume end points will be 'noticed' by the trim tool, and only the volume between end points will move up or down. I've look for a setting to change but I haven't found it.

Hm, rereading you post, you mention selecting sections... Highlighting an entire track, or just a part of the track? I've got something to zero in on.. Maybe that's the issue because I can't remember if entire tracks were highlighted or portions were when I was having this happen. Thanks again YYR123.

[albee1952]

Don't feel bad I've been working PT since 2003 and I still get bit on this detail. Ctrl-Z is my friend, as is switching to the grabber tools so I can just drop breakpoints and then drag as needed. When automating to get things even(like a bass track with a few weaker notes, or a vocal with some softer or louder words) I will alter the actual region("clip" for those in PT10). With 10, you have CLIP GAIN, but in 8.x, I would simply open the AUDIOSUITE Gain plugin and leave it on the screen as I listen down to a track. When I find a bit that's too soft or too loud, I will highlight it, adjust the GAIN plugin, and process it. The idea is to even out the volume BEFORE it hits the compressor(s). It gives you a more consistent "fit in the mix", and it hits the compressor more evenly, which is nice if you are using "character" compressors like SMACK! or softube's Tube-Tech plugin. This also makes it so you don't need as many volume changes with your automation

[RichrdC]

Albee, YYR, you guys are a big help.. Thanks again.