Pro Tools 101 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the frequency range of human hearing?

A

20Hz-20kHz

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2
Q

How is frequency measured?

A

Cycles per second (CPS)

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3
Q

How is Amplitude measured?

A

decibels (db)

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4
Q

What is the name of the law that specifies the relationship between sample rate and audio frequency?

A

The Nyquist Theorem

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5
Q

How can you estimate the dynamic range of a system?

A

x by 6.
16 Bit = 96 db
24 Bit = 144 db

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6
Q

What are some of the interfaces that are compatible with Pro Tools HD?

A

HD OMNI
HD I/O
HD MADI

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7
Q

Name some of the folders and files that Pro Tools creates as part of the session hierarchy

A
Audio Files 
Bounced Files 
Video Files 
Ptx Files 
Wave Cache Files
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8
Q

Where are the MIDI files stored?

A

Stored in the Ptx. file

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9
Q

How many mb per min is 88.2 HZ - 16 Bit?

A

10MB

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10
Q

What is the maximum sample rate supported in Pro Tools?

A

192Hz

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11
Q

What is the maximum bit depth supported in Pro Tools?

A

32 Bit floating

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12
Q

What shortcut lets you add tracks to your session?

A

CMD + SHIT + N

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13
Q

How many tracks can you add at one time?

A

128 Audio Tracks

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14
Q

Where are recorded audio files stored for Pro Tools session?

A

In the Clip List

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15
Q

What are some video formats that can be imported by Pro Tools?

A

QuickTime and Avid MXF

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16
Q

How many video files can be associated with a standard Pro Tools session at once?

A

Just 1

17
Q

What does the term MIDI stand for?

A

Musical Instrument Digital Interface

18
Q

How many channels of MIDI info can be sent over a single MIDI cable?

A

16 Channels

19
Q

How many ticks are in a quarter note in Pro Tools?

A

960 Ticks

20
Q

How many memory locations can you add to a session?

A

999 memory locations

21
Q

What is the minimum loop length required for loop playback?

A

At least .5 seconds

22
Q

What two type of plug-ins provide real time processing?

A

Native and DSP

23
Q

What type of plug-in provide non-real-time processing?

A

AudioSuite

24
Q

Which session will be open after completing a Save Copy In operation; the original or the copy?

A

The OG

Original

25
Q

What bit depth and sample rate should you use when bouncing a session to disk if you plan to burn the file to CD without further processing?

A

44.1 Hz - 16 Bit