Digital Performer 9 is chock full of updates that users have asked for. In this 49 minute tutorial training series, Todd Tatnall walks you through the best new additions to the latest version of MOTU’s flagship DAW!
Todd starts with a quick introduction to some of the advancements made under the hood, then shows you how the Mute Tool now allows users to mute individual MIDI notes, giving you more precise control over your music. He then covers MIDI Learn for audio plug-ins, so you can use your MIDI Hardware Controllers for realtime control of your Effects and Synths.
The next two videos describe great new Display Features, such as the new Spectrogram Display and its viewing options, as well as new Automation Lane features that allow you to move automation to separate lanes for easier viewing and control.
The remaining five videos explore new Professional Quality Instruments, Effects, and Sound Banks that come with Digital Performer 9. Todd shows you around the powerful MX4 instrument and its new EDM Sound Bank. Todd also demonstrates the Megasynth Audio Plug-In with its deep Programmable Routing and fantastic sounding Filters.
Moving on, the MicroG and MicroB Polyphonic Octave Generator Processors for Guitar and Bass are revealed. See how to enhance your tracks with everything from vintage psychedelic sounds to fattening up synth line tones!
Todd now shows you how to use the MultiFuzz Multiband Distortion Processor to add monster distortion and fuzz to any track, as well as how to use MultiFuzz’s full 4-band EQ section to easily dial in the tone you’re looking for.
Todd wraps up the series with a tutorial on the MasterWorks FET-76, MOTU’s emulation of the classic 1176 limiting amplifier. He shows you how to use this mastering quality compressor to make your Basses, Kicks, Guitars, Vocals, Synths, and even Full Mixes sound huge!
Whether you’ve just upgraded to Digital Performer 9 or you’re a longtime Digital Performer 9 user looking to learn some of the great new features added in version 9, watch "Top 10 New Features in Digital Performer 9" today!
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Submitted 1 year ago
DP9 Top10: Learned a lot in a short amount of time
Some videos need a double-time playback button as they plod a bit or are too in detail for things I don't find necessary. Others assume knowledge of a feature when you may have skipped through to a specific video and have no way of knowing which video you view to understand a concept that is crucial to understanding the subject you're watching. This video series was quick, pleasant voice, etc. Actually watched 9 out of the 10 segments, even though only 5 or 6 pertained to me.
I am a: Professional, Musician
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
When I was really young, maybe 3 or 4 years old. That's when I got my first (toy) drum set and played it all the time. I was studying viola at 7, piano at 8, and drums at 10.
2. What training have you had?
In college, I received a Bachelor of Music in theory/composition from SIUE, and a Bachelor of Science in recording production and technology from MTSU. Working in big studios in Chicago after college, I learned as much if not more working as an assistant/2nd engineer, often repairing/troubleshooting problems on the fly. It better equipped me to work independently AND with others.
3. When did you get into recording?
In high school. My punk band saved all our pennies to record at an 8-track studio for $10 per hour. I was fascinated by the power of multitracking, overdubbing, mixing, etc.
4. People you have worked with/for?
I've worked with commercial music producers and talent for TV and radio commercials, many of which were national/international brands. I also worked with bands and artists in the studio, including the Frogs, Kelley Deal, James Iha, Sebastian Bach, any many others. As a tech support engineer, I've helped thousands of customers. I worked directly with several high profile customers, including John Fogerty, Bruce Swedien, Oscar Petersen, John Tesh, Andy Sturmer (Jellyfish), Greg Lisher (Camper Van Beethoven), Chris Vrenna, and engineers for Paul Simon, Wilco, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and ICP to name a few.
Why are you so good at training people?
When I was providing technical support, my approach was not only to solve the problem, but to also listen carefully to the end-user's needs AND explain what the cause and solution of any problem was. Putting technical jargon into more relate-able terms helps. I'm also an adjunct professor at a local university, and apply the same ideology when teaching. Whether you're working with a customer or student, you have to put yourself in their shoes.
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tutorial videoAddictive Drums 2 Explained
Todd Tatnall returns with a new series on XLN Audio's Addictive Drums 2! Learn all about this world-class virtual drum software package inside and out, as well as creative uses and tips & tricks.
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tutorial videoAmplitube 4 Explained
IK Multimedia Amplitube 4 raises the bar yet again for software-based guitar and bass tone and amp modeling. In this in-depth video tutorial series studio computer guru Todd Tatnall delivers deep exploration of this monster sounding amp plug-in suite!
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tutorial videoEventide UltraReverb Explained
More than just a Reverb, the Eventide UltraReverb has it all, including stunning Reverbs, Delays Dynamics, and Ambience derived from Eventide's flagship H8000 hardware processor. Studio guru Todd Tatnall takes you on a guided tour of this killer Reverb plug-in and shows you just what it can do.
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tutorial videoEZdrummer 2 Explained
Toontrack EZdrummer 2 has changed the virtual drumming game yet again. This software instrument is absolutely mind blowing and veteran studio guru Todd Tatnall is going to show you all it can do, taking you from installation and setup all the way to creating your first song!
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tutorial videoFocusrite MixControl Explained
The heart of Focurite’s line of audio interfaces is the MixControl software, and studio guru Todd Tatnall hits the bullseye with an in-depth 11 tutorial series that teaches you everything you need to know to get up and running and recording like a pro!
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