PT101 - Lesson 8c
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What is the purpose of using subgroups in mixing?

  • To control the levels of multiple tracks with a single track (correct)
  • To make individual tracks louder
  • To remove tracks from the mix entirely
  • To decrease the overall volume of the mix

    • How are tracks routed in a subgroup?

  • To the master fader directly
  • To the input of a single track (correct)
  • To multiple tracks
  • To individual outputs

    • What is a typical track used as a subgroup master?

  • Master fader track
  • Vocal track
  • Stereo Auxiliary Input track (correct)
  • Individual drum track

    • Why might adjusting individual track levels become difficult in mixing without using subgroups?

    <p>Adding more tracks later requires changing all levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do subgroups affect the manageability of effects in mixing?

    <p>They centralize effects control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can detailed information about Routing Folder tracks and their use be found?

    <p>In the PT110 course of the Avid Learning Series</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of Master Faders?

    <p>They only control the level of an output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to place Limiter plug-ins on a Master Fader track for mastering?

    <p>To utilize post-fader inserts on the Master Fader track</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Master Faders can be assigned to a given output at a time?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common traditional use of a Master Fader in mixing?

    <p>Controlling the total output levels of the mix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Master Faders can be created with Pro Tools | Studio?

    <p>64</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When managing output levels of Subgroups, what is recommended to prevent clipping?

    <p>Utilizing a new Master Fader track assigned to the bus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a subgroup in mixing?

    <p>To control the overall volume of multiple tracks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you apply a compressor to multiple drum tracks efficiently?

    <p>Use the same compressor effect on the subgroup master track</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key combination can be used for making changes to all tracks in a session?

    <p>Shift+Option (Mac) or Shift+Alt (Windows)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when you solo a track in Pro Tools?

    <p>All other tracks are muted, including the subgroup master track</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key combination allows a track to remain unsilenced when other tracks are soloed?

    <p>Cmd+Ctrl (Mac) or Alt+Ctrl (Windows)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does assigning outputs of tracks to the same bus achieve in mixing?

    <p>It routes the tracks to the subgroup master for volume control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using internal routing in creating subgroups?

    <p>To route signals within the session efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might applying individual effects to each drum track be considered unwieldy?

    <p>It increases CPU usage unnecessarily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is shown on the metering of a subgroup master track?

    <p>The total output of all member tracks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might it be beneficial to group all drum tracks into a single subgroup?

    <p>To make adjusting levels more manageable and consistent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a Master Fader track?

    <p>Control the amplitude of signal going out of an output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do Master Fader tracks differ from other track types?

    <p>Their inserts are post-fader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant difference between Master Faders and other track types?

    <p>Changes to the Volume fader affect insert levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what stage of signal flow do you control the output volume of a Master Fader track?

    <p>Volume (Fader)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of signal passes through the inserts on a Master Fader track?

    <p>Post-fader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT found on a Master Fader track compared to other tracks?

    <p>Sends (pre-fader and post-fader)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a Master Fader track's output considered in terms of signal flow?

    <p>Almost inverted compared to other tracks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a Master Fader track in a mix?

    <p>Control the overall output level of the entire mix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one thing that a Master Fader track does NOT have?

    <p>'Solo' function like Aux Input tracks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Creating stems' in post-production circles often refers to what concept in mixing?

    <p>'Grouping related tracks'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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