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Pro Tools Meters Explained

By Freddie HarbFebruary 09, 20221 min read
Pro Tools Meters Explained

Following up from our video on gain staging last week I discuss the various types of Pro Tools meters available. One client of mine did not know that you can switch these meter types and it can be handy if you’re used to working in the older style or need to change for various reasons.

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0:00 Start
00:40 Gain Staging
02:09 Pro Tools Meters
02:57 Pro Tools Meter Types

#StepByStep

  1. Gain Staging – An introduction to gain staging and the Pro Tools meters.

  2. Pro Tools Meters – A brief discussion about Pro Tools meters.

  3. Pro Tools Meter Types – A discussion about the different types of Pro Tools meters.

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