This article will teach you setup a MIDI track in Pro Tools. MIDI is quickly becoming a staple in modern recording. If you don't know use MIDI, it's time to get on board! With MIDI you can program a virtually unlimited number of different instruments such as drums, pianos, strings, vintage synths--you name it. MIDI is a flexible and powerful tool that should be part of any modern artist or engineer's tool kit.
Instructions
Setting Up a MIDI Track in Pro Tools
1. Create a new session in Pro Tools by selecting File - New Session from the main menu. A blank Pro Tools session will appear on your screen.
2. Create a new MIDI track by selecting File - New Track from the main menu. A pop-up dialog will appear.
3. Select MIDI under track type. A new MIDI track will appear in the edit window.
4. Create a new auxiliary track by choosing File - New track from the main menu. A pop-up dialog will appear.
5. Choose "aux" for track type. A new auxiliary track will appear in the edit window.
6. Click the insert button in your auxiliary track. A dialog box will appear.
7. Choose an instrument from the insert menu dialog box. This can be any type of instrument that is compatible with MIDI.
8. Click the output button on your MIDI track. A menu will appear.
9. Select your instrument from the MIDI output menu. Make sure to select the same instrument that you chose in step 7.
10. Press the record button on your MIDI track. You should now be ready to go. Play your MIDI track and the MIDI data you create. This will be routed to the instrument you chose on your AUX track. It's that simple. You now know setup a MIDI track in Pro Tools!
