Studio One 4 Explained®
Chapter 1 : Basic Setup
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8:05 Creating Your First Song
Marcus walks through the process of creating a new song in Studio One, including all the settings, template options, and more.
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5:43 Song Folder & Content Locations
In this video, Marcus demonstrates how to go about downloading the additional included content that ships with Studio One. In addition, he also shows you where the content is stored on your system, and how to go about customizing the install location.
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3:41 Studio One Song Folder Structure
Learn all about the folder structure that Studio One creates for each song.
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8:54 Setting Up Your Interface IO
In this video, Marcus reveals how to configuring the Audio IO setup for your specific interface when working in Studio One. In addition, he shares some tips for working with multiple interfaces.
Chapter 2 : Studio One Basics
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6:23 The Main Windows
Marcus explains and explores all of the different windows/views in PreSonus Studio One - including what they are used for, and how to access them.
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11:16 Overview of Track Types
Learn all about the different track types that can be created and used when working in Studio One.
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7:13 Creating Tracks
Marcus now shows some different ways to create tracks in Studio One, as well as gives some tips on improving the parity between the Arrange Window & Console. You'll then get some tips with respect to useful custom key commands.
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4:31 The Studio One Transport
Discover how to use the transport controls in Studio One for basic functions and navigation of your Studio One Song.
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10:02 Working with the Browser
Marcus gives an in-depth overview of how to work with the browser in Studio One. You'll also receive some tips on customizing favorites, and auditioning loops in the correct song BPM.
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4:57 Using Markers
Learn all about how to create & use Markers in Studio One, to help streamline your organization and simplify navigating your song.
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7:42 Using the Arranger Track
Marcus demonstrates how to use the amazing Arranger Track to aid in the song writing/arranging process. In addition, he shares some tips on simplifying the workflow by utilizing previously added Markers.
Chapter 3 : Basic Editing in Studio One
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5:39 The Arrow Tool
Learn all about using the Arrow Tool when editing in Studio One.
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7:01 Edit Groups & Snapping Mode
Marcus now demonstrates the basics of using edit groups and Studio One's adaptive snapping modes.
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3:59 The Range Tool
Discover the Range Tool and how to edit with it in Studio One.
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3:23 The Split Tool
Learn all about using the Split Tool when editing in Studio One.
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6:02 Using the Smart Arrow Tool
Marcus explains how to activate and use the Smart Arrow Tool to streamline and speed up your editing work.
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5:14 The Other Tools
Marcus gives a basic overview of the remaining edit tools in Studio One.
Chapter 4 : Recording
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7:46 Optimizing Your Setup for Recording
Learn all about Studio One's incredible Low Latency Monitoring mode & Dropout Protection - designed to minimize latency when recording using software monitoring.
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6:35 Enabling the Metronome & Recording Basics
In this video, Marcus goes over all the different possible monitoring scenarios when recording, and how to set up Studio One to accommodate them. In addition, he also shows you the basics of activating & using the metronome.
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7:53 Recording Levels
Learn how to set an optimal recording level when tracking in Studio One, plus how to download the free VU meter plug-in from PreSonus to help with setting proper levels.
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5:21 Pre-Roll & Pre-Count
In this video, Marcus reveals how to use, and when to implement the Pre-Roll & Pre-Count options when recording.
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4:18 Punch In Recording with Auto Punch
Learn how to setup your system for seamless punch-in recording using the Auto Punch feature. In addition, Marcus also shares some tips for dealing with Pre-Roll when using Auto-Punch.
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4:10 Loop Recording with Takes To Layers
Watch how to activate a "Takes To Layers" style workflow when recording, which will aid in the comping process further down the line when editing.
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8:49 Comping the Perfect Take
Learn how to create the perfect final performance by using the amazing comping tools in Studio One.
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6:39 Creating a Separate Headphone Cue Mix
Marcus now goes over the process of enabling "Cue Mix" outputs when setting up custom headphone mixes for your yourself or your artist. In addition, you'll also see some of the finer details of the metronome when working with Cue Mix Sends.
Chapter 5 : Recording MIDI
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7:54 Setting Up Your MIDI Keyboard Controller
Learn how to quickly setup your MIDI keyboard controller for use in Studio One.
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7:25 MIDI Recording Modes
Marcus discusses and shows the different MIDI recording workflows available in Studio One, as well as the fundamental differences between recording Takes to Layers vs the Record Mix mode.
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7:42 MIDI Editing Basics
Learn how to tackle basic MIDI editing in Studio One - Including selecting, and altering notes, as well as Quantizing to improve timing issues. You'll also learn about the new MIDI "Drum Mode" that was recently added to v4.
Chapter 6 : Mixing
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4:49 Optimizing Your Setup for Mixing
Marcus now demonstrates how the amazing "Dropout Protection" mode in Studio One can be used to optimize your song for Mixing.
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5:58 Using Plug-Ins
Marcus walks through the process of instantiating and working with Plug-ins in your Studio One song.
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8:50 Using Bus & FX Channels
Learn how to utilize Buss Channels and FX Channels in Studio One to streamline & optimize the creative mixing process.
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6:24 Intro to working with Automation
Marcus gives you a brief introduction to working with Automation in Studio One.
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5:47 Exporting a Stereo Mixdown of Your Song
See how to properly export your Studio One Song to share with the world!
Product Overview
Presonus guru Marcus Huyskens delivers an in-depth video tutorial series designed for the new Studio One v4 user! Go from zero to hero in no-time, and learn all the important foundations and basics of the new Presonus Studio One DAW. Your new favorite DAW awaits!
Featuring 33 in-depth videos, Marcus starts off with creating your first song and walks you through the process, including all the settings, template options, and more. You'll then learn all about song folder and content locations, studio one song folder structure, and setting up your recording interface and more.
Next, it's on to important S1 basics, such as the main windows, track types, creating tracks, using the transport, working with the browser, using markers, the Arranger Track and much more. Marcus then shows you how to edit both audio and MIDI with the various tools included with Studio One, to make that perfect performance come alive.
Recording in S1 is then looked at in detail, and you'll get all the info needed to correctly optimize your setup for recording, enable the metronome and recording basics, how to set an optimal recording level when tracking in Studio One, using pre-roll and pre-count, use punch in recording with auto punch, loop recording, comping for the perfect take, and creating a separate headphone mix for the talent.
It's MIDI time! Marcus now reveals how to set up your MIDI controller with Studio One, and covers all the different MIDI recording modes so you can easily lay down your MIDI performances and edit them for complete control over your parts. Last up, Marcus gives you 5 video tutorials on mixing in Studio One, including how to optimize your setup for mixing, using plug-ins, setting up bus and effect channels, how to use basic automation, and exporting your song for all the world to hear.
See the individual tutorial descriptions for more info. If you're new to Studio One or just want a refresher on the basics, this series will enable you to command Studio One like a pro and make the music you have inside... Watch "Studio One 4 Explained" today.
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Reviews
Submitted 3 days ago
Nice Beginner Tutorial for Studio One 4
Just completed the tutorials. I learned so much throughout this course. I do believe I can start some recording projects in Studio One 4 now. Well worth the time.
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Submitted 5 days ago
Great Introduction Video
If you want to learn a fast introduction this is it. Also look at Presonus videos on their webpage this will get you fast and running in no time.
Submitted 1 week ago
New to PS1
New to PS1 and found this course informational for brand new users.
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Submitted 1 week ago
Very Helpful. Start here with studio One 4.
Other than saying "you can go ahead and.. " basically before most of his instructions (which did irritate me a little), this is an excellent starter course for SO4. Recommended.
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Submitted 2 weeks ago
Excellent!
This video series was excellent and filled in many of the gaps in my knowledge of Studio One.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 weeks ago
All you need to know, with detail and clarity
This is the course to take to immerse yourself in Studio One 4. The author is clear, succinct, and well-spoken. The flow is logical and progressive. Though Studio One is a very well designed DAW, I do suggest taking notes as you go through the course to give yourself a cheat sheet; there is a lot to forget.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Digital Performer
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Submitted 1 month ago
Excellent Studio One course!
It's a great course, well explained, great visuals, highly recommended!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Studio One
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 2 months ago
Excellent!
Much better resource than the manual.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Cakewalk Sonar, Studio One
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Submitted 3 months ago
Too many assumptions!! Examples didn't work
This guy says, "record" and assumes you know What button to push?? How is the a Getting Started tutorial?? And the Audio Setup makes tons of assumptions. I don't have any of it? Just streaming souces??
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Submitted 3 months ago
One of the best!
The way things are explained is amazing. Easy to follow and as easy to apply. You get captivated to just keep watching.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 3 days ago
Nice Beginner Tutorial for Studio One 4
Just completed the tutorials. I learned so much throughout this course. I do believe I can start some recording projects in Studio One 4 now. Well worth the time.
Submitted 5 days ago
Great Introduction Video
If you want to learn a fast introduction this is it. Also look at Presonus videos on their webpage this will get you fast and running in no time.
Submitted 1 week ago
New to PS1
New to PS1 and found this course informational for brand new users.
Submitted 1 week ago
Very Helpful. Start here with studio One 4.
Other than saying "you can go ahead and.. " basically before most of his instructions (which did irritate me a little), this is an excellent starter course for SO4. Recommended.
Submitted 2 weeks ago
Excellent!
This video series was excellent and filled in many of the gaps in my knowledge of Studio One.
Submitted 3 weeks ago
All you need to know, with detail and clarity
This is the course to take to immerse yourself in Studio One 4. The author is clear, succinct, and well-spoken. The flow is logical and progressive. Though Studio One is a very well designed DAW, I do suggest taking notes as you go through the course to give yourself a cheat sheet; there is a lot to forget.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Digital Performer
Submitted 1 month ago
Excellent Studio One course!
It's a great course, well explained, great visuals, highly recommended!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Studio One
Submitted 2 months ago
Excellent!
Much better resource than the manual.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Cakewalk Sonar, Studio One
Submitted 3 months ago
Too many assumptions!! Examples didn't work
This guy says, "record" and assumes you know What button to push?? How is the a Getting Started tutorial?? And the Audio Setup makes tons of assumptions. I don't have any of it? Just streaming souces??
Submitted 3 months ago
One of the best!
The way things are explained is amazing. Easy to follow and as easy to apply. You get captivated to just keep watching.
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I started playing piano at around 5 years old, after which point I switched to the Guitar at around age 10. I was pretty lucky, as my parents had quite a nice selection of records, spanning across multiple genres, that I could listen too. I would sit by the record player with headphones on, and close my eyes, and imagine myself playing along with them. I listened to much "older" music than the current music my age group was listening to. I continued to play the guitar and by 16, had developed some pretty decent chops, and was playing lots of local jazz clubs & restaurants with a couple friends. However after the birth of my first son, I took a break from gigging, and made the transition to the other side of the glass. However, I still rely on, and draw upon my abilities as a musician all the time, as I feel that an engineer, producer, or mixer, with a decent understanding of music, tempo, groove, theory, and genres, is a step ahead of the game.
2. What training have you had?
Pretty much 23 years of locking myself in a chair, and working diligently on my craft. Over the years, Ive also had had the great pleasure of working with other fantastic engineers, being able to pick their brains, observe and sponge in all the information that they offered. I still maintain, that you can learn more from a couple weeks, or even a couple days working with a seasoned pro, then you can in a year or 2 of school. Although I was set on going to audio engineering for school, my parents insisted on me going to school for business marketing, which didn't really work out, as I spent most of my time cutting class and going to my older sisters media arts classes, offering up myself as an actor, or voice over actor, (whatever they needed) for all of their student productions, so that I could learn more about audio/video production. It wasn't quite an audio engineering per se, but it was a close second!
Although Ive never had any formal education, I can recall my early "lessons" from my father, of cutting tape, and working with analogue gear. Being given tasks, like recording music from a record to tape, then cutting the tape, to make edits. The process of gain staging, EQ, fader riding, compression, adding reverb, etc etc. Also most importantly, my lessons in understanding the psychology behind getting the best performance from your artist/talent, which I was able to comprehend, and which I still keep with me, and use to this day.
3. When did you get into recording?
By about 11 years old, after listening to countless records in awe, I became interested, (or maybe even obsessed) with the whole recording process. When I badgered my father enough, he eventually dusted off his old TEAC 3340 reel to reel, an old mixer, and a spring reverb for me, that had been meticulously stored and well taken care of. Needless to say, It was pretty much game over from that point on. I fell in love with the notion of being able to capture a moment in time, a performance of art, and preserving it. In the very beginning, I spent most of my time re-recording old records, and singing and playing over top while tracking them, playing around with different microphones, then began a crash course in the basics.
In a sense I was very fortunate, as in addition to being a producer/camera man, my father was a pretty savvy audio engineer, who used to record/mix the music for all his documentaries / productions he worked on back in the day. So, at a very young age, & before the times of the “Mbox" and portable interfaces, little did I know, that I was receiving some very thorough training that became the foundation of my craft. As i grew more comfortable with the gear, I started inviting other children over to my "studio" (parents living room-LoL) who were in bands, so that I could record them. My parents were pretty supportive, often allowing me to use this area, and make noise to do something I enjoyed.
Fast forward a couple years to high school, As my band was looking to get some gigs, I was able to record our own demo's to hand out to clients, and continued to work on my craft, eventually opening up my first studio in 2002. From there, everything else is pretty much history.
4. People you have worked with/for?
The majority of my work has been on the Indi scene music wise, working with local talent, and also internationally as a mixer for various clients in different genres. In 2010/2011 I shifted my efforts, and began working on ad spots, both writing, and recording/mixing with different composers, which eventually brought me down the path of actually developing my own set of sample libraries for composers to use in music production, and television/film/games. This has really opened up some doors for me and expanded my cliental into areas I would have never imagined. I continue to work with talented artists, and composers on various projects, in addition, I also do some voice over work for different audio brands.
5. Why are you so good at training people?
Tough one to answer, but, i'd like to think that I teach people the way that I prefer to be taught. Which is building a foundation of knowledge, then adding to it in stages, with clear steps. I try to stay on point, and simplify a process down to its core level. I find that in general, there are a lot of tutorials that leave you scratching your head sometimes. I try to avoid that. Ive often had friends say to me, that I simplify things, so if thats the case, then I hope I can continue to do so.
Products by Marcus
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tutorial videoAccusonus Regroover Pro Explained
Studio wiz Marcus Huyskens presents the most comprehensive video tutorial series available on Accusonus Regroover Pro. Learn all about this amazing plug-in’s features and functions, as well as see and hear it in action, and what it can do for your productions, beat making and remixes!
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tutorial videoAuto-Tune Pro Explained
Marcus Huyskens delivers an in-depth video tutorial series all about Antares Auto-Tune Pro! Learn this powerful pitch and time editing tool inside and out, as well as how to use it creatively.
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tutorial videoExponential Audio NIMBUS Explained
Exponential Audio, makers of the highly acclaimed PhoenixVerb, have done it again, with NIMBUS, their next generation world-class DAW Reverb plug-in. Follow along with studio guru Marcus Huyskens and learn all of its features as well as how to use it on your tracks!
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tutorial videoFirst Song with Pro Tools
DAW guru Marcus Huyskens brings you the beginner's guide to using Pro Tools to make your first song! Marcus starts with a blank Pro Tools session and walks you through the entire process of creating and arranging your first song using only Pro Tools and its included plug-ins and instruments, along with basic mixing and exporting practices.
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tutorial videoiZotope Neutron 2 in Action
Studio guru Marcus Huyskens pulls back the curtain and shows you what using iZotope’s Neutron 2 mixing tool is all about. See this amazing mixing assistant in action, in a real-world mix session. You’ll then be able to tackle your own mix sessions with success!
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