Audio 3 Final Exam Mid-Term Review Sheet – Fall 2013
For the Mid-Term exam, you should know the following information:
Brand names, model numbers, and recording applications of the microphones in the mic cabinet, as well as
whether a mic is a dynamic or condenser
Toft console:
- types of input each channel can accept
- EQ section
How many bands of semi-parametric, shelving
Range of frequencies for the EQ bands
- Channel Aux section
How many sends, mono, pre, post
- How to set up for tracking to Pro Tools:
Proper gain structure
Using Submasters (aka groups/buses)
Patching from the Direct Outs
Using the DIGI003
Input assignment in Pro Tools
Arming tracks to set and monitor Pro Tools input levels
- How to set up a headphone mix:
Turn up the Aux 5 and 6 Master (rotary) faders
For channels on the Toft, set Aux 5 and 6 to pre, and turn up Aux 5 and 6
To monitor the stereo output of Pro Tools:
Press "Tape" button for Submaster Monitor Inputs 1 and 2
Turn up Aux 5 for Submaster 1, and Aux 6 for Submaster 2
In the Isolation booth: plug XLR cable from jack A on the snake into a headphone
box, plug headphones into the headphone box, turn up the volume on the
headphone box.
- Proper zeroing/normaling of the console
Signal Flow:
- Where are the Direct Outs of the Toft normaled to?
- Where are the HD24 outputs normaled to?
- How is the Toft connected to the DIGI003?
- Be able to describe how the equipment in the studio is connected by reading the patchbay
layout
Pro Tools:
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Edit modes and their applications
Editing tools and their applications
Types of tracks that can be created
How to create tracks
Grouping and suspending/unsuspending grouping of tracks
Know the difference between: 1. using Sends and Buses to Aux tracks, and 2. Inserting an
effect on a track. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?
Know the difference between using the Audiosuite to render audio and using an insert to
process audio in real time.
Basic mute automation; basic volume automation
Automation modes: off, read, write
Signal Flow & Patchbay normalling:
Aux 1
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T. C. Electronic M-One XL #1 In L
Aux 2
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Yamana REV 500 In L
Aux 3
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Lexicon MPX 100 In
Aux 4
Aux 5 & 6
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T. C. Electronic M-One XL #2 In L
Headphone Mix Send
T. C. Electronic M-One XL #1 Out L & R
Yamaha REV 500 Out L & R
Lexicon MPX 100 Out L & R
T. C. Electronic M-One XL #2 Out L & R
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FX Ret 1 L & R
FX Ret 2 L & R
FX Ret 3 L & R
FX Ret 4 L & R
Where are the Direct Outs of the Toft normaled to?
Where are the HD24 outputs normaled to?
Be able to describe how to patch inserts for compression and gating
BONUS: Know the difference between fully normaled, half-normaled, and non-normalled
Basic concepts of dynamic processing:
Define compression, gating and the main parameters associated with each
Concepts for routing signal in and out of Pro Tools for outboard processing:
Use the DIGI 003 outputs 3-8 to send signal to external devices
Note: You CANNOT use outputs 1 & 2 because they are already occupied for the
Pro Tools Main Mix Output
Use the DIGI 003 inputs 1-8 receive signal from external devices
On tracks that you want signal to feed an external device, use the Sends and select the
appropriate output. You will then have to patch the associated DIGI 003 output
to the input of the desired external device.
To get the signal back into Pro Tools, create an Aux Input track. Set its input assignment
to match the associated DIGI 003 input. You will then have to patch the output of
the external device into the correct input of the 003.
FX processors:
Know how to navigate through algorithm parameters on the M-One XL
Know how to change algorithms
Know how to find the main parameter of any algorithm
Know how to change algorithm parameters
Know the names of 4 routing configurations on the M-One
Know how to change Program Types on the REV 500
If you the Input Select on the REV 500 is set to STEREO, and if you are only using Aux 2
to send input to the device, that you will ONLY get output from the L channel
Know this: When using the Single Programs on the MPX 100, the 1st type of effect listed
appears on Variations 1-8, and the 2nd type listed appears on Variations 9-16.
Miscellaneous concepts:
Know the standards I would expect for a rough mix (not covered)
Be able to describe subtractive EQing
Also, be sure to bring your quizzes, notes, and labs with you, as you may use them for the exam.
You may use any textbooks during the final exam.
You may use this sheet during the final exam.
You may also use laptops, tablets, and/or phones for online resources.
You may NOT use the above devices to communicate with one another or people outside of class.
You may NOT leave the classroom once you have begun the exam. If you need to use the
restroom, do it before entering the classroom.
You may NOT speak to anyone in the room other than me UNLESS it is to say “Excuse me”,
as the area around the equipment can sometimes be crowded during quizzes and tests.
The Final Exam is Monday, Dec. 9 at 9AM.
Also, be sure to bring your quizzes, notes, and labs with you, as you may use them for the exam.