Intro to Pro Tools

Intro to Pro Tools is an introductory level course that introduces students to the industry-standard digital audio workstation (DAW) Pro Tools, focusing on essential skills for music tracking and mixing. Students will learn to navigate the interface, set up sessions, record and edit audio, and apply foundational mixing techniques. By the end of the course, students will have the confidence to operate Pro Tools for basic engineering tasks in both home and professional studio environments.

Topics & Goals

• Pro Tools Setup & Navigation
  Learn session setup, interface navigation, track types, and essential system preferences.
• Recording in Pro Tools
  Capture clean audio using proper routing, gain staging, and recording modes.
• Audio Editing
  Apply tools, modes, comping, crossfades, and clip gain to refine performances.
• Mixing Fundamentals
  Use EQ, compression, and reverb with stock plugins to achieve balanced mixes.
• Session Management
  Clean up, organize, consolidate, and prepare sessions for delivery or collaboration.
• Export & Delivery
  Bounce stereo mixes, stems, and archives for professional handoff.

What's Included

• 12 hours of in-person instruction at our NYC Facility
• Practice time on the day of your class
• 4 Day passes to be used on non-class days
• Free course assets and learning tools (for applicable courses)
• Access to In-Circle events while enrolled
• Access to the Sound Collective Talent pool while enrolled
• Certificate of completion

Instructors

Instructor

Shareef

NYC Facility

Sound Collective features a full suite of professional spaces, including a dedicated recording studio, modern production labs, a PA-equipped performance space, and a fully outfitted DJ studio. Every room is stocked with industry-standard gear, modern hardware & software, and flexible setups for classes, practice, and collaboration.

Located at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004