STP 101: An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro

Objectives

This two-day class guides you through using Soundtrack Pro to edit audio files, repair field recordings, perform multitrack arranging and mixing, synchronise audio and video, analyse and fix common audio problems, and perform other creative sound design techniques. This course focuses on practical, professional techniques used to add professional music and sound effects to video and multimedia projects.


Pre-requisites:

A basic knowledge of Mac OS X and a basic knowledge of audio terminology is recommended


Course Includes:

A comprehensive set of reference notes covering course topics, follow-up telephone support and, for training on Transmedia premises, lunch and refreshments.


Course Outline


Preparing your First DVD Project


DVD Creation Process, the DVD-VIdeo Specification



Exploring the Full Interface


Opening a Sequence in Final Cut Pro, Exploring the File Editor Project View, Using the Global Waveform View, Analyzing an Audio File, Working with Actions, Reducing Noise, and Rippling



Changes to Final Cut Pro


Working with the Frequency Spectrum
Using the Frequency Spectrum View, Controlling the Spectrum, and Working with Frequency



Recording in Soundtrack Pro


Opening Multitrack Projects, Using the Timecode HUD, Working with Tracks, Setting Up for Recording, Recording a Single Take, Collecting the Project, and



Using Punch Recording


Old School Dialogue Replacement
Using Soundtrack Pro's Editing Tools, Arranging Clips, Mixing the Recording into the Scene, and Working with Ambient Noise






N

ew School Dialogue Replacement


About Cycle Recording, Using the Multitake Editor, Slipping Takes, Creating a Composite Take and Using Transitions



Spotting Sound Effects


Setting Up for Spotting, Exploring the Bin and Browser, Using the Multipoint Video HUD, Three-Point Edits, Using Fades and Using Envelopes to Create Fades



Working with Musical Content


Setting Up for Music Production, Using the Search Function, Adding Music Beds, Working with Loops, Using Markers, and Using Markers to Set Tempo



Mixing Multitrack Projects


Exploring the Mixer, Using Submixes, Adding DSP Effects to a Track, Exploring Automation Modes, Using Buses and Using the Master Channel



Conforming Multitrack Projects


Working in Parallel, Importing Changes from Final Cut Pro, Sending the Revised Edit to Soundtrack Pro, Conforming Projects, Reviewing and Approving Changes, and Comparing Projects