How to Install Master Presets on Pro Tools
How to Install Master Presets on Pro Tools
Master presets in Pro Tools are applied to a Master Fader track. Follow the steps below to get your mastering chain set up.
Step-by-Step Installation
- Download and unzip your master preset pack from your Rys Up Audio account.
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Move the .ptxp file to:
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MAC:
/Users/[username]/Documents/Pro Tools/Track Presets/Avid -
WINDOWS:
~/Documents/Pro Tools/Track Presets
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MAC:
- Open Pro Tools and in the top left menu bar click Track > New and create a "Master Fader" track.
- Right click on the master fader track and navigate to Recall Track Preset > Avid > [your master preset].
- Enjoy the sweet sound of a well-mastered song!
Troubleshooting
- Preset not appearing: Make sure the .ptxp file is in the correct Track Presets folder. Restart Pro Tools after moving files.
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Windows users: If the preset won't load, try changing the file extension from
.ptxpto.ptx.