Introduction
• Creating & Saving Projects (12:10) - To start off, we take a look at the basic file structure of Pro Tools and its projects, and Thomas shows how to save our newly created project.
• Audio & MIDI Hardware Setup (14:22) - Learn how to properly configure Pro Tools for audio playback and recording. This video also shows how to configure default routings to make creating larger projects easier.
• Tour of the Software (13:31) - This video provides an overview of the various sections of the software and explains their functions.
• Basic Navigation Pt. 1 (11:37) - Learn how to navigate and play back sections in the software.
• Basic Navigation Pt. 2 (07:07) - Discover some additional navigation features, all of which make working in the software much quicker.
Creating, Editing, & Organizing Sounds
• Making MIDI Drums Pt. 1 (07:37) - This video shows off instrument tracks and demonstrates how to use the MIDI editor to create rhythmic sequences.
• Making MIDI Drums Pt. 2 (08:50) - Next, we take a look at recording a MIDI percussion part and learn how to quantize and edit our performance after the fact.
• Making MIDI Instruments (10:18) - Next Thomas shows how to record and edit some simple chords in the midi editor using the built-in instruments.
• Recording Audio (07:42) - Learn the basics of recording and comping audio in Pro Tools. This opens up all sorts of possibilities for your songs.
• Editing Audio (14:42) - Discover how to load audio loops from your computer and edit them. This video discusses all the basics you need to know when working with audio material.
Basic Mixing & Effects
• Audio Plug-ins (12:11) - Explore the different ways sounds can be modified and mixed using audio effects. Thomas showcases AAX Plugins and demonstrates how they can expand your effects and instruments library.
• Aux Tracks & Sends (11:06) - Learn how to easily create an aux send and a return track for adding effects to your audio. This video also covers how to group multiple drum tracks together using aux tracks to make mixing easier.
• Basic Automation (06:56) - Learn the basics of using automation in Pro Tools, including both drawing and recording the data in your songs.
• Exporting a Song (04:50) - This video wraps up the course and shows you how to export your song project as an audio file, so you can listen back and/or share your music.