22 Questions
What is the primary function of sends in the overall mix's signal flow?
To route a copy of a signal on your track to another destination
What potential issue can be avoided by setting the Sends Default to -∞ (negative infinity) dB preference?
Feedback or other undesirable results
What is the default level for sends in Pro Tools Preferences?
-∞ (minus infinity)
What is the recommended use of the Sends Default to [#] dB preference and default setting?
To prevent feedback situations and manually control the signal
In which view can you quickly set up a cue mix when recording in Pro Tools?
Expanded Sends view
Where can you find the Sends Default to [#] dB preference in Pro Tools?
In the Mixing tab of the Pro Tools Preferences dialog box
What does the Send Level Fader control do in Pro Tools?
Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the send
How can you change a send's pre/post fader status?
Click on the Pre/Post Fader button
What does the Output Window button next to the track's Output Path selector do?
Opens the Output window for the main track
In an Output window, what does the panning control indicate?
The number of output channels
How is a stereo send on a mono track indicated in the Output window?
Two stereo panning knobs
What does the Target button in the Output window allow you to do?
Replace the targeted window with another Output window
How many sends are typically available for each track in Pro Tools?
10
What information can you gather from the meters in an Output window?
Format of the track
What does the Output View Selector in the Output window allow you to do?
View different sends without closing the window
In Pro Tools, what happens when the Send Mute is enabled?
The send output is muted
What does the Audio Output Path Selector display in the send or track's output?
The name of the output in parentheses
What is the function of the Pre/Post Fader button?
To change the pre/post fader status of a send
What does the Automation Safe button prevent?
Accidental overwriting of automation
What does the Follow Main Pan (FMP) button do when active?
It mirrors the pan parameter on the track
What happens when you click the Link button?
The pan controls move correspondingly
What is the result of clicking the Inverse Pan button along with the Link button?
The pan controls move in reverse
Learn about the unique role of sends in signal flow during mixing, and how they can be used to route a copy of a signal to another destination. Explore the preferences to avoid feedback and other issues when creating sends.
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