I know the whole studio room isn’t set up yet, but this part is exciting because I can record, mix, and edit now:
- Install Pro Tools 11.3.1 and all associated drivers, plugins, etc. into Windows 10.
Install Pro Tools 2022.10 and all associated drivers, plugins, etc. into Windows 11. - Install 16-channel audio interface drivers and settings panel.
Install 16-channel audio interface drivers and settings panel. - Install ASIO4ALL audio drivers into Windows 10.
Install ASIO4ALL audio drivers into Windows 11. - Connect Audio interface to computer and speakers.
Connect Audio interface to computer and speakers. - Connect second display monitor to laptop and extend desktop onto it.
Connect second and third display monitors to reside above desktop large screen and extend desktop onto them. - Open older Pro Tools session and test system.
No longer necessary as all older 64-bit PT sessions will open with newest versions of PT. - Set up Templates and Workspace in PT.
Set up Templates and Workspace in PT. - Test 8-channel audio snake on each channel using digital drum machine.
N/A. Newer MIDI drum set works through audio interface. - Connect 25-key MIDI controller to USB hub and test connectivity and function.
Connect 25-key MIDI controller to USB hub and test connectivity and function. - Connect 61-key MIDI keyboard to audio interface, test connectivity and function.
Connect 61-key MIDI keyboard to audio interface, test connectivity and function.
I feel better now.
Everything runs smoothly after a few benign hiccups.
Almost time to do some real recording.
Gonna set up the acoustic drum set tomorrow.