![]() ![]() Pro tip: Use a comma in the macro name to insert a line break. The way I created it was to create a new macro, hit record, and make all of the operations one-by-one manually, then save. I just wanted it to be a fun effect I could blast on at any time. And again, I didn’t want to create an extra snapshot for this. I tried doing it manually a couple of times, but I was never fast enough to boost the lead vocal, backing tracks, reverb level, reverb time, reverb density, and then return them all to their previous settings in the space of 5 seconds. There were two long transitions in the show between songs that I needed to punch up while people were clapping. ![]() Well, this isn’t a problem, per say, as an opportunity. Problem #3 – How do I create an explosion of reverb? There are probably several other ways to solve this problem, but I found the macro to be an easy global fix. The channels I needed where not on a visible layer and I didn’t want to create an extra snapshot so I created a macro to mute and unmute those channels. There were several times in the show when I needed mute all vocal FX when the Ringmaster would switch from singing to talking in the middle of a song. Problem #2 – How do I mute hidden channels? The SD5 has a midi out on the back and you can easily setup a macro to send the correct control message to Qlab. And what if you make a mistake and you need to hit the panic button? You better make sure it’s close by. The SD5 has a midi out on the back and you can easily setup a macro to send the correct control message to Qlab. Unless your Qlab keyboard is right next to you, which mine wasn’t, it’s a pain in the ass to move over to it every time you need to trigger a cue. Problem #1 – How do I control Qlab from the SD5? There are other more important problems that macros can solve.The 500 times that you save 2 seconds by using a macro to save your session will reduce your stress level.Why would I create a macro to save my session when I can just as easily click File > Save Session? When I first heard about macros I ignored them because they seemed unnecessary. In it, I show you how I created macros to save the session, control Qlab, dim the lights and screen brightness, open the chat window, easily satisfy producer notes, create an explosion of reverb, and unmute hidden channels. In this video, I describe how I used macros to create efficient shortcuts in my mix on the Digico SD5 as head of sound for the Out of This Word tour for Ringling Bros. Swit 8770/3602F DV Battery & Charger Kit Bundle From: £12.60 ( £10.UPDATE: This article appears in The Ultimate Guide to Creative Mixing on the Digico SD5.Some features require a specific minimum version of QLab 4 or 5. QLab Remote requires a connection to QLab 3.0 or later. Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD From: £42.00 ( £35.00 ex VAT) Read more QLab Remote is the official iOS companion app for remote control of QLab, the award-winning live show control software for macOS.K-Tek KE79 Boom Pole From: £16.80 ( £14.00 ex VAT) Read more.Dual Redundant FOH QL1 Playback From: £420.00 ( £350.00 ex VAT) Read more.Qlab with IO Playback Package From: £168.00 ( £140.00 ex VAT) Read more.iConnectivity mioXM From: £25.20 ( £21.00 ex VAT) Read more.If you require advanced MIDI routing/switching may we suggest adding iConnectivity mioXL to your system. No Drivers are required on either Mac or Windows systems, just plug your box in and USB GO BOX will appear as a MIDI device ready to be patched in whatever software you are using. The USB GO BOX outputs MIDI data from 2 independent USB sockets allowing 2 machines to be controlled simultaneously. The USB GO BOX is a 6 button Midi remote with 2 independent outputs. Works with Qlab, Pro Tools, Abelton, and anything else that accepts MIDI W ith plug and play compatibility on both Mac and PC, a rugged metal case, 2 independent USB connections, it’s the smart way to control your show. The USB GO BOX is a Dual USB MIDI Controller. ![]()
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