STP 101: An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro 2

Audio Editing and Sound Design in Final Cut Studio

Course Description

This two-day class guides you through using Soundtrack Pro to edit audio files, repair field recordings, perform multitrack arranging and mixing, synchronize audio and video, analyze and fix common audio problems, and perform other creative sound design techniques. This course focuses on practical, professional techniques used to add professional music and sound effects to video and multimedia projects.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for those that want to learn the basics of audio content creation, editing and mixing. he course is designed for those who prefer hands-on and interactive instruction to best explore the functionality of Soundtrack Pro.

How to Register

This course is available for registration at many of our Apple Authorized Training Centers worldwide. Please visit the course schedule for current classes, or view the Apple Authorized Training Centers page to find a center near you.

Certification

http://training.apple.com/certification/proapps

This course covers the requirements necessary to successfully become an Apple Certified Pro, Level 1 in Soundtrack Pro. Level 1 certification attests to basic operational knowledge of the application.

Soundtrack Pro Level One certification also counts towards the new Final Cut Studio (FCS) Master Pro and Logic Studio Master Pro certification. Master certification recognizes a Certified Pro’s skills with an entire product suite. Since workflow is such a significant component of these products, users need certification in multiple applications to earn Master Certification. For details, please visit http://training.apple.com/certification/proapps.

To register for the exam, please consult with your Apple Authorized Training Center. You are required to have an Apple Tech ID number before registering for any Apple exam. You can apply for a Tech ID by following the instructions at certifications.apple.com.

Prerequisites

Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:

Basic knowledge of the Macintosh OS

Course Outline - Day 1
Topic	Description
Lesson 1 Roundtripping with Final Cut Pro	Opening a Sequence in Final Cut Pro, Soundtrack Pro Overview, Setting Project Properties, Playing and Stopping Songs, Moving around the Timeline, Exploring the Track Header, and Returning to Final Cut Pro.
Lesson 2 Fixing Audio Files	Opening a Sequence in Final Cut Pro, Exploring the File Editor Project View, Using the Global Waveform View, Analyzing an Audio File, Working with Actions, Reducing Noise, and Rippling Changes to Final Cut Pro.
Lesson 3 Working with the Frequency Spectrum	Using the Frequency Spectrum View, Controlling the Spectrum, and Working with Frequency.
Lesson 4 Recording in Soundtrack Pro	Opening Multitrack Projects, Using the Timecode HUD, Working with Tracks, Setting Up for Recording, Recording a Single Take, Collecting the Project, and Using Punch Recording.
Lesson 5 Old School Dialogue Replacement	Using Soundtrack Pro’s Editing Tools, Arranging Clips, Mixing the Recording into the Scene, and Working with Ambient Noise.
Course Outline - Day 2
Topic	Description
Lesson 6 New School Dialogue Replacement	About Cycle Recording, Using the Multitake Editor, Slipping Takes, Creating a Composite Take and Using Transitions.
Lesson 7 Spotting Sound Effects	Setting Up for Spotting, Exploring the Bin and Browser, Using the Multipoint Video HUD, Three-Point Edits, Using Fades and Using Envelopes to Create Fades.
Lesson 8 Working with Musical Content	Setting Up for Music Production, Using the Search Function, Adding Music Beds, Working with Loops, Using Markers, and Using Markers to Set Tempo.
Lesson 9 Mixing Multitrack Projects	Exploring the Mixer, Using Submixes, Adding DSP Effects to a Track, Exploring Automation Modes, Using Buses and Using the Master Channel.
Lesson 10 Conforming Multitrack Projects	Working in Parallel, Importing Changes from Final Cut Pro, Sending the Revised Edit to Soundtrack Pro, Conforming Projects, Reviewing and Approving Changes, and Comparing Projects.

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What you will learn

Working with the Interface.
Creating, Arranging and Editing a Multitrack Sequence.
Sound design and ambience creation.
Using the Waveform Editor to enhance dialog and voiceover.
Editing audio files, repairing field recordings, and fixing common audio problems.
Using single and multi-take recordings.
Mixing and adding effects to a song.
Working with Reverb, Compression, EQ and track bussing.
Understanding integration with other Final Cut Studio Applications.

This course is available for registration at any of our hundreds of Apple Certified Training Centers Worldwide. Please visit Apple Training Centers to find a training center near you.