
Logic Pro X Automation Explained®
Chapter 1 : Off-Line Automation
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5:57
Introduction
Doug welcomes you and shows how to view automation. He then explores the various automation menus.
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7:57
Automation Lanes
The automation lanes are shown with and without control points. Sub-lanes are then revealed and explained.
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9:08
Preferences & Settings
Doug covers all the various automation preferences and settings, as well as their locations and parameters.
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3:36
Create & Delete Control Points
See how to use the Pointer and Pencil tools to create control points, and then use the pointer and eraser tools, as well as the delete key to remove them.
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8:42
Creating Multiple Control Points
Discover how to use the Mix menu items and the Marquee tool to create multiple control points in your automation.
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8:06
Curves & Copy
Learn how to turn ramps into curves and copy automation to another region. Using snap mode for automation is also explored and explained.
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5:26
Copy & Select on Multiple Tracks
See how to copy automation to a different track and make selections across multiple tracks.
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2:28
Editing Automation Parameters on Multiple Tracks
Explore using track selection to edit, delete and reassign automation parameters.
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6:05
Delete Menu Items
Doug now reveals different delete methods with the pointer and then covers all the delete automation choices in the Mix menu.
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2:26
Group Automation
See how creating a group will allow you to write automation to all tracks in the group simultaneously.
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4:20
Using Sub Mixes
Learn how to use track stacks, auxiliary channel strips and VCA channel strips to create automateable sub mixes.
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8:30
Convert Automation
Doug now demonstrates how to convert one type of automation to another type on the same track. He also shows you how to convert track automation to region automation, and vice versa.
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3:36
Relative Value
Learn how to use the relative value parameter to offset absolute automation.
Chapter 2 : Real-Time Automation
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6:28
Automation Record Modes
Watch how to record automation in real-time and the differences between Touch, Latch and Write.
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6:31
Record Synth Controls
Doug reveals how to use your synth's screen controls to record automation, and how to use Automation Quick Access to map a knob or fader from a controller to do the same thing.
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7:52
Working with Smart Controls
Check out how to use Smart controls to record automation, by mapping a screen control to a plug-in parameter, then mapping the screen control to your controller. Also learn how to map two plug-ing parameters to the same screen control.
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7:16
Trim & Relative Modes
Doug explains relative automation in offline mode and then goes into the write modes of relative and trim automation modes.
Chapter 3 : Region Automation
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7:12
Region Automation
Doug starts out with reviewing preferences, then explores track alternatives for an alternate mix. Watch how to convert between track and region based automation, and cool ways to display continuous control information is shown.
Chapter 4 : MIDI Draw
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8:06
MIDI Draw Introduction
Take a tour of the different ways to view MIDI Draw, and discover Logic's powerful Note Velocity functions.
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7:54
MIDI Draw Menu
Doug explores and explains the MIDI Draw menu, which allows you to select Fader events, MIDI events, continuous controller events and Smart Control parameters. See how its view is dynamic, based on the type of track selected and your project settings.
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5:02
Recording MIDI Draw
Learn how to record CC information as you play in a part, or add it separately by merging, or using a clone track.
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10:10
MIDI Draw Offline
See how to create and edit MIDI Draw information offline, view it in the Step Editor and the Event List, and how to convert from one parameter to another. Also learn why you should have MIDI Draw information start at the beginning of a region.
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4:42
The CC 7/10 Setting
This video shows how toggling the project setting changes whether volume and pan affects the software instrument or the channel strip.
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7:00
Working with MIDI Channels
Using an instance of Play with three flute articulations assigned to their own MIDI channel, Doug takes you through viewing, editing and creating MIDI Draw parameters on different MIDI channels.
Chapter 5 : Automation Event List
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3:49
Automation Event List Pt. 1
See how to open the Automation Event List and get an in-depth explanation of its interface and layout.
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7:53
Automation Event List Pt. 2
Discover how within the AEL you can SMPTE lock automation, copy and paste, and convert from one fader event type to another. Doug then explains how to edit parameter values in the columns, as well as what value the Additional Info button has when working with automation.
Chapter 6 : Summary
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9:49
Conflicts & Conversions
This video uses CC 7 (volume) as an example of the potential conflicts to be found with MIDI Draw, Region Automation and Track Automation. Doug covers the settings that can help or hinder this, and walks you through converting CC 7 from MIDI Draw to Region Automation to Track Automation and more.
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6:25
Wrapping it Up
In this final video, Doug plays a demo song to show the different ways to use Automation and MIDI Draw. An emphasis is put on layering, using track stacks and the VCA fader!
Product Overview
Logic Pro X wiz Doug Zangar brings you the definitive collection of video tutorials covering everything you need to know about automation in Logic Pro X. After viewing this series, you'll know how to automate anything and everything in Logic Pro X, making tracking, creative experimentation, and mixing simple and exciting!
Doug starts by welcoming you and reveals the places where automation lives in Logic Pro X. Next he hits the ground running with videos on Automation Lanes, Preferences and Settings and how to create and delete automation Control Points.
From there, Doug shows you how to work with single and multiple tracks with automation, group automation, sub-mix automation, converting automation data into other types of automation and more. Real-Time Automation is next, and Doug leaves no stone unturned.
Automation record modes are all revealed and explained, followed by how to use your Synth's controls to record automation, Smart Controls, Region Automation, MIDI Draw, the Automation Event List and much, much more.
See the individual tutorial descriptions below for more info. If you really want to see what Logic can do, its automation is a powerhouse feature just waiting to be used… Make better productions and mixes, watch "Logic Pro X Automation Explained" today!
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Submitted 2 weeks ago
Very clear and helpful
Detailed and nicely-paced presentations with helpful recap moments at the end of each video.
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Submitted 3 weeks ago
Very nice and complete overview!
Everything is explained in a very easy to digest and yet detailed manner. I've definitely picked up a few tricks along the way.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Audio Engineer, Logic Pro
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Submitted 3 months ago
In-depth course about the Logic automation
This is the only course that covers absolutely all aspects of Logic Pro X automation, which is a huge topic. Some functions are mutually exclusive - I finally understood what the different approaches are and how to resolve conflicts. Thanks Doug!
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 4 months ago
Great Information
Everything is done step by step and clearly.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Logic Pro
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Excellent
Targeted and relevant for the subject of automation
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
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Submitted 2 years ago
Brilliant and detailed
I have not completed viewing all the videos but so far its been excellent in helping me understand the way in which you can use it. This is very detailed and the explanations are spot on. What does work well is the short length of each video , easier to retain info and the recap at the end if each video. Recommended for a better understanding and work method.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 years ago
Very easy to understand
He really goes into detail and reminds you a few times to nail the information in your head. Having knowledge is one thing but teaching is a skill of its own.
Submitted 3 years ago
Very helpful and clear explanation.
I've purchased a lot of videos so far and all have been very helpful and educational. Thanks to all your crew of engineers who spent time recording them. All best! Martin:-)
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Submitted 3 years ago
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Reviews
Submitted 2 weeks ago
Very clear and helpful
Detailed and nicely-paced presentations with helpful recap moments at the end of each video.
Submitted 3 weeks ago
Very nice and complete overview!
Everything is explained in a very easy to digest and yet detailed manner. I've definitely picked up a few tricks along the way.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Audio Engineer, Logic Pro
Submitted 3 months ago
In-depth course about the Logic automation
This is the only course that covers absolutely all aspects of Logic Pro X automation, which is a huge topic. Some functions are mutually exclusive - I finally understood what the different approaches are and how to resolve conflicts. Thanks Doug!
Submitted 4 months ago
Great Information
Everything is done step by step and clearly.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Logic Pro
Submitted 10 months ago
logic pro x automation
it was clearly explained
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician
Submitted 1 year ago
Excellent
Targeted and relevant for the subject of automation
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
Submitted 2 years ago
Brilliant and detailed
I have not completed viewing all the videos but so far its been excellent in helping me understand the way in which you can use it. This is very detailed and the explanations are spot on. What does work well is the short length of each video , easier to retain info and the recap at the end if each video. Recommended for a better understanding and work method.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Submitted 2 years ago
Very easy to understand
He really goes into detail and reminds you a few times to nail the information in your head. Having knowledge is one thing but teaching is a skill of its own.
Submitted 3 years ago
Very helpful and clear explanation.
I've purchased a lot of videos so far and all have been very helpful and educational. Thanks to all your crew of engineers who spent time recording them. All best! Martin:-)
Submitted 3 years ago
good and useful info
good and useful
I am a: Student