Recording with Plug-Ins on Inputs In PreSonus Studio One

When I’m working at my home studio setup, I have a decent selection of outboard Analog Gear that I like to use - on the way into the DAW. So essentially I can impart the tone, character, dynamics before the signal hits the AD Converter’s on my Quantum setup.

This is by far my favourite way to work - as it allows me to capture sounds that are already 80-90% “there” in terms of how they fit into a production.

That being said, I don’t always have access to these pieces of gear! So in the cases where I need to go mobile, I still employ the exact same workflow - the only difference is I’m going through plug-ins vs my outboard gear.

In this video, I demonstrate how to record (commit) through plug-in's in PreSonus Studio One. Including the basic setup, and some things to keep in mind when working this way.

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How to Edit the Macro Controls Mappings In PreSonus Studio One

In this video, I take a deep dive into the Macro Controls Mapping section of the Channel Editor in PreSonus Studio One 5. More specifically, how to customize and edit the controls to suit your needs. Macro Controls have been around for quite some time in Studio One - but if you haven't fully explored them, then this video is for you.

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Prepping a Studio One Production For Mixing

In this video, I go over the basic approach that I like to take when prepping a Production (created in Studio One) for Mixing. Although we sometimes merge the production process with Mixing - I think it's important (and smart) to separate these 2 aspects of the Process.

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3 Killer Tips For Working With Duplicate Shared Events In PreSonus Studio One

In this video, I demonstrate a cool (somewhat Hidden) Studio One Feature that allows users to Create Shared Copies of Instrument Parts using Mouse Clicking with a specific Modifier sequence. The great thing is it also works with the Arranger Track!

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Parallel Compression on Drums Using The Splitter Plug-in In Studio One 5.2+

In this video, I take a look at my basic workflow when using parallel compression on Drums in Studio One with the new Splitter Plug-in. (added in Version 5.2) The splitter has been around for some time now, and I have used it from time to time, but I must admit that there was always a bit of a disconnect for me, until this recent update, that is.

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3 Different Approaches To Manual Sample Replacement In PreSonus Studio One 5

In this video, I demonstrate my 3 different approaches to using Manual Sample Replacement on Multi-track Drums in PreSonus Studio One 5.2. Although there are a lot of amazing tools that aid and simplify this process (Some of which I use) - I'm a firm believer that one should still understand all the fundamental concepts of how to achieve this manually, including what to look out for, and some tips in simplifying the process.

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Sound Variations - Embedding Sound Variations Into Native Studio One Presets

In this video, I demonstrate how Sound Variation's (Previously know as Key Switch Presets & Introduced in Studio One 5.2) can be easily embedded into Native Studio One Presets. In addition - I also demonstrate why this is useful.

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3 Misc MIDI Workflow Tips In PreSonus Studio One 5

Although I’m pretty comfortable with respect to recording audio - when it comes to working with MIDI, I’ll take any help that I can get. That being said, modern day DAW’s have quite a few tools that can help in this regard.

Whether it’s recording MIDI drums, performed with less then perfect timing, or attempting to inject a little bit of Soul to 100% quantized MID - In this video, I demonstrate 3 different tips that can come in handy when working with MIDI based productions in PreSonus Studio One.

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How To Re-Map The Output Routing of Kontakt 6 - Running In Studio One 5

For anyone who runs Kontakt 6 in Studio One - you may have noticed that the output Routing doesn't necessarily follow the usual "1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8" stereo outputs that one would expect to see.. Instead - we see a mix between, the Main Stereo Outputs, and Aux Channels.. On top of that, it can be a little confusing to add additional outputs, that are mapped in a logical order.

In this video, I demonstrate a simple approach that can be used to help mitigate this issue, that results in predictable output names, in a logical order.

Note - The same workflow can also be applied in Kontakt Version 5 - with the main difference being that there are different version of Kontakt 5 (8 out, 16 out, etc) whereas Kontakt 6 is now seen as 1 plug-in.

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3 Different Workflow Approaches for Creating a 1 to 1 Track-Channel Parity When Working In Impact XT

In this video, I demonstrate 2 different workflow approaches I like to use for creating a 1:1 parity between the tracks (Arrange Window) and the Channels (Console) - when working with Impact XT in PreSonus Studio One 5. In addition - I also show one other workflow that can be utilized (that I don't personally use)

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VocAlign Ultra ARA2 - Running In Studio One 5.1.2 - Full Overview

In this video, I take a deep dive into the brand new VocAlign Ultra from Synchro Arts - running in Studio One 5.1.2. There are many new features and updates that come with this plug-in. Most notably an update to the Time Compression & Expansion algorithms - borrowed from Synchro Arts flagship product Revoice Pro. But also, a docked editor (when running in ARA2 Mode) and various other parameters that really raise the levels in terms of the creative possibilities that VocAlign Ultra offers.

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WHY You Should Create a VCA FX Master In PreSonus Studio One

In this video, I demonstrate a recent discovery I made when assigning a VCA (Master) Channel to my FX Returns - Needless to say, it's something that I'll be using on all my Mixes & Productions henceforth, and I wish I had discovered this sooner!

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Mixing Workflow Tip - Using The Alt or Option Modifier Key In PreSonus Studio One

Working with groups (both selection based, and tradional) is a great way to speed up the mixing / editing process in Studio One. But in some cases, you may find yourself in need of quickly adjusting a parameter outside of the group.

In this video, I demonstrate how to Alt/Option Modifier Key(s) can be used to temporarily suspend parameters from selection based groups as well as traditional groups, in PreSonus Studio One 5.

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The One-Pass Stem Printing Approach In PreSonus Studio One 5

In this video, I demonstrate a change that I've recently made to my Mixing process. More specifically, How I'm able to print/archive all tracks with hardware processing, as well as my Mix, and my Mix going through a limiter - all in One Pass.

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Using Direct Inputs on Virtual Instruments In PreSonus Studio One 5

If you think about a traditional “writing session” there’s usually a piano, or electric keyboard plugged in and ready to play at a minutes notice. In many cases it can be really useful to have something ready to play, for working out chord progressions, and melodies. When it comes to software, we of course have plenty of different options to choose from, but it can involve loading a virtual instrument, then either record enabling, or input monitoring the instrument. Also depending on certain preferences that may or may not be enabled, this might be linked to a selected track.

In this video, I demonstrate the "Direct Input" feature in PreSonus Studio One 5 - more specifically, what it does and when & why it might be useful to enable. In addition, I share some useful tips as to a few things to be aware of when using the feature with Virtual Instruments.

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How to Copy FULL Send Chains in Studio One 5.1 and Above

In this video, I demonstrate a new feature that was added in Studio One 5.1 - the ability to Copy FULL Send Chains (Multiple Sends) between tracks. A small but incredibly useful feature.

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Session Archiving Workflows when working with External Hardware in PreSonus Studio One 5

Although Pipeline XT offer's users the ability to make text notes (of settings), as well as bring in pictures of your hardware all directly within the plug-in interface - IMHO, there are many different reasons why printing (re-recording) tracks that had hardware processing applied, is a good idea when it comes to archiving a Mix.

First - let’s start off with the obvious. It might be the case, that you no longer have a certain piece of hardware in your collection. Or perhaps it’s in need of some maintenance and doesn’t sound the same anymore with the same settings.

These two above reasons alone are a good enough reason to take the time to ensure that you have the ability to recall a Mix sounding “reasonably” the same as where it was left upon client sign-off.

In this video, I walk through a basic workflow that I like to use when archiving Mix sessions where external hardware was used.

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Quick Tip - Copying and Pasting Clip Gain Envelopes from One Event to Another In PreSonus Studio One

Clip Gain was a seriously welcomed feature when Studio One Version 5 was announced. But in some cases, it can be useful to transfer the clip gain adjustments to another Event. A few circumstances where this come into play would be when dealing with Multi-Mic recordings, as well as receiving updated regions that are sitting in a Mixing session.

In this video, I demonstrate how to copy Clip Gain Envelopes (Automation Nodes) from one Event to another in PreSonus Studio One Version 5.0 and above.

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Prepping a Session For Mixing In PreSonus Studio One

In this video, I walk through the basic steps I take when prepping a Mix Session (sent from a client). Although it seems like a simple task - I find that separating this process from the creative side of mixing, helps me be more creative and focus on the mix.

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How to Store and Recall Pitchlist Presets for 3rd Party Instruments In PreSonus Studio One

One of my favorite things about working with Native Studio One instruments such as Impact XT, would have to be that all the names of the Pads (samples) show up in the Pattern Editor, and MIDI Event Editor. So it tends to be one of my top choices when working quickly with custom samples.

That being said, I also have some personal favourite’s when working with 3rd Party Library’s. So wouldn’t it be great if we could have that SAME useful information show up in these libraries?

Well, the good news is - we can. And we do so by creating Pitchlist Presets.

In this video, I demonstrate the process of creating Pitchlist Presets for 3rd Party Instruments (such as Kontakt Libraries) in PreSonus Studio One.

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