Spatial Mixing in Dolby Atmos using Pro Tools

Course details

Curious about what Dolby Atmos is and what it can do for your sound mixes and music creation? In this course, Evan Sutton covers the basics of mixing music on an immersive soundstage using Pro Tools and the Dolby Atmos format, and how to creatively leverage spatial audio techniques for aesthetic richness and depth in your mixes. Evan starts with showing you how to set up Pro Tools and the Dolby Atmos software. He explains how to configure a Pro Tools session for spatial mixing, how to process and add effects to spatial tracks, and covers techniques for better positioning static elements and creating movement in a 3D soundstage. Evan also shares some of his favorite tips and tricks for success when it comes to mixing on various Atmos hardware devices. Lastly, he shows you some best practices for exporting—including loudness considerations, dynamic range, and assuring your mixes produce a consistent experience across a variety of devices.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Mixing in three dimensions
02 - Evan's template for setting up Dolby Atmos

1. System Setup and Prologue

03 - Introduction to Atmos and Dolby Renderer setup
04 - Pro Tools setup for Dolby Atmos

2. Spatial Session Setup

05 - Session and Pro Tools I O setup for spatial audio
06 - Binaural Settings and Timecode setup
07 - Setting up beds
08 - Setting up object masters
09 - Session templates for spatial audio

3. Spatial Mixing Setup

10 - What are you doing here anyway
11 - Exporting stems from a stereo mix
12 - Importing mix stems and setting up with VCAs and groups
13 - Referencing and loudness requirements

4. Deep in the Mix

14 - Static placement of elements in surround
15 - The proper use of LFEs
16 - EQ and compression tips for Atmos projects
17 - Main sidechain setup and mix bus compression
18 - Parallel processing part 1 - Reverb and space
19 - Parallel processing part 2 - Modulation FX

5. Finishing the Mix

20 - Referencing the stereo mix and mix bus EQ
21 - Creating movement using objects and automation
22 - Dialing in the loudness of your project

6. Exporting and Delivering the Mix

23 - Bouncing for loudness
24 - Exporting a reference mix
25 - Final steps

Conclusion

26 - Next steps