pro tools for dummies

[jimmy jam]

hello pro tools people,,i am a complete pro tools new guy,,i am waiting on brandons basics book,,but in the mean time,,i jujst got the pro tools for dummies ,,,any body got this book ?any good,,,im sure it will be bettere than nada ,i have a cuouple of songs in the country arear ,,i really ned some bashing thanks

[bucwheat]

I use ProTools, but have not read this book you speak of. I learned the basics from a friend who is quite familiar with ProTools. He learned years ago by taking a night course at Community College. I found that once I knew the basics, after a bit if trial and error, a lot of things fell into place. Now, mind you I am far from a guru but I can accomplish most of the tasks I wish t do with ease. I started out with Cubase originally, then switched to PT's. I found the latter less cumbersome and easier to learn.

[Audio~Geek]

1 on 1 training (from someone that uses it daily) is the best way to learn PT.

I recommend this QuickStart Guide written by Chris Bryant
Pro Tools QuickStart Guide | Show Me Pro Tools

Read it cover to cover, then use PT every day.

If you prefer videos I have a list of the best and worst Pro Tools tutorial videos here:
Audio Geek Zine Blog Archive The Best (And Worst) Pro Tools Tutorial Videos

[bucwheat]

Thanks for the info on the Quick Start Guide! I can't wait to read it

[Audio~Geek]

Originally Posted by bucwheat

Thanks for the info on the Quick Start Guide! I can't wait to read it

Good and I'm looking forward to not having to answer anything already covered in the book

[bucwheat]

Hahahahahaha..... I'll keep that in mind, when the questions arise

[Riggs77]

calm down Geek we all know you are a vast wealth of Pro Tools knowledge so we'll always come to you for smartass answers LOL

[garethkillester]

There is some online videos you can check out too here
Pro Tools 7 LE Essential Training - Online Training Library® - lynda.com

You might need to registe withem first tho. It's for pro tools 7 but alls quiet similar..

Gar