210M: 03: Virtual Instruments

Question 0

How would you record automated changes to an existing MIDI performance using CC data? How is the CC data affected by the tracks automation mode?

Answer 0

Ensure midi merge mode is enabled, arm and record. Unaffected by automation mode.

Question 1

What are some differences between an automation playlist and a continuous controller event graph?

Answer 1

CC recorded as midi with clips
Can’t be recorded using mouse
Steps (automation is continuous between breakpoints)
Lower resolution and timing accuracy than automation
CC doesn’t snap back to what was recorded, unlike pro tools automation

Question 2

What are some examples of multi-timbral plugins that support multiple output routing?

Answer 2

Structure
Strike
Transfuser

Question 3

How many stereo outputs does structure have for bussing signals to other tracks in the pro tools mixer?

Answer 3

32 stereo output assignments

Question 4

How many stereo outputs does Strike have? How can you maximize the number of outputs available for individual drum channels?

Answer 4

8. Route two mono channels to a stereo output and pan completely left and right.

Question 5

When routing a specific output from a plugin such as structure to another track, where would you assign the input for the destination track (using what selector)?

Answer 5

Input selector

Question 6

Why might you want to route multiple outputs from an instrument plugin to different tracks?

Answer 6

To mix, automate, etc. ex: drum tracks