Synchronizing MPC X & Live II with Pro Tools: Remote Control Tutorial
In this tutorial, I synchronize the MPC with Protools. Please like and subscribe if you find this video helpful!
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00:00:00 Introduction to syncing MPC with Pro Tools or other DAWs using virtual MIDI connections
00:00:27 Options for connecting MPC with MIDI cables and interface
00:00:46 Preparing for the syncing session in Pro Tools
00:01:24 Troubleshooting bouncing tracks in Pro Tools
00:01:46 Setting up Pro Tools for syncing
00:02:29 Initial synchronization setup in Pro Tools
00:02:55 Ensuring the correct synchronization settings in Pro Tools
00:03:17 Configuring MIDI Beat Clock in Pro Tools
00:03:41 Locating and activating the IAC driver for MIDI control
00:04:10 Ensuring the IAC driver device is online for virtual MIDI time code
00:04:43 Transitioning to MPC setup
00:05:08 Switching MPC Live II to controller mode for sync
00:05:44 Confirming MPC's sync with the computer
00:06:09 Configuring Pro Tools audio bridge for track routing
00:06:34 Setting up MPC track routing to Pro Tools channels
00:06:58 Deactivating IAC driver in MPC to avoid MIDI loop glitches
00:07:21 Importance of deactivating conflicting MIDI keyboards
00:07:49 Activating MIDI machine control and MIDI clock on MPC
00:08:12 Confirming MIDI settings on the MPC device
00:08:39 Checking and setting the MIDI Machine Control (MMC) options
00:09:05 Verifying the first setup and observing activity in Pro Tools
00:09:24 Deleting unnecessary Pro Tools tracks for re-sync
00:09:56 Checking sync status with MPC
00:10:22 Demonstrating how to set outputs on MPC
00:10:58 Observing hi-hat channel routing in MPC
00:11:00 Noting channel routing for individual instruments
00:11:29 Showing channel routing for a hook channel in MPC
00:11:43 Identifying different instrument channels on MPC
00:12:13 Troubleshooting camera issues during the tutorial
00:12:16 Resuming after technical pause
00:13:00 Adjusting the camera for better view in song mode
00:13:27 Viewing the full track sequence in MPC app version
00:14:01 Focusing on syncing kick, snares, and hi-hats in Pro Tools
00:14:25 Displaying the MPC mixer and track setup
00:15:02 Muting main group and discussing channel routing for 808s
00:15:29 Setting up 808 channel routing in MPC
00:15:47 Adjusting channel routing for stereo output
00:16:24 Configuring Pro Tools channels to receive MPC inputs
00:17:00 Initiating recording in Pro Tools to capture MPC outputs
00:17:45 Observing delay at the beginning of the recording
00:17:49 Evaluating and adjusting the initial recording
00:18:18 Switching to song mode for proper timing
00:18:34 Starting recording in song mode to capture the right composition
00:19:03 Using tab to transient in Pro Tools for timing adjustment
00:19:31 Adjusting the sample start point in Pro Tools for sync
00:20:02 Correcting the starting point for the two-track in Pro Tools
00:20:38 Setting time code rate in Pro Tools session for synchronization
00:21:08 Discussing detailed frame adjustments and scrub features
00:21:29 Mentioning delay compensation for external devices in Pro Tools
00:21:53 Conducting another recording to test sync adjustments
00:22:06 Confirming that the sync starts precisely at the first beat
00:22:27 Planning to move tracks to align with the correct tempo
00:22:54 Final thoughts on the sync process and creative possibilities
00:23:26 Discussing MIDI sync applicability with other DAWs like Logic and Ableton
00:23:52 Highlighting the use of internal and external MIDI devices for syncing
00:24:11 Concluding remarks and invitation to like, subscribe, and watch future tutorials
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