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This book is designed as a guide to producing audio for film, video, and multimedia using Pro Tools. It is not meant as an introductory tutorial on Pro Tools itself. A basic working knowledge of the software is needed prior reading this book. I will discuss advanced features in Pro Tools and how they are applied to film, video, and multi-media specifically .
After reading this book, you will know how to do the following:
Work with SMPTE time code and its variations in Pro Tools.
Synchronize Pro Tools with videotape, QuickTime movies, and other audio sources such as DAT machines.
Record narration, dialog replacement, foley, and special effects.
Mix audio down to multi-channel formats.
Print your final mix onto a VTR , DAT, audio CD, or QuickTime file.
Work with directors, editors and production sound mixers/recordists.
Interchange audio data between Pro Tools and video editing software such as Avid's Media Composer.
Use cue sheets to create marker lists into Pro Tools in order to place audio events quickly.
Use pitch shifting to create unique sound effects.
Use EQ to correct for mic placement.
Remove unwanted noise from production audio.
Place audio to specific timecode positions .
Use Pro Tools in a laptop for location recording.
Calibrate and use reference levels.
Calibrate multichannel sound systems for proper monitoring.
Organize your project workflow in Pro Tools.
Integrate your work into larger productions .
Use automation to create a dynamic and compelling mix.
Back up and archive your data.
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