Wilson's "Dumptruck" - From Stereo To Dolby Atmos

In this video, I’ll guide you through the key differences between the "EX" and "IN" templates, highlighting why you might choose one over the other, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each.

The "EX Template" represents nearly two years of development and refinement, while the "IN Template" builds on that work by utilizing the Avid Internal Dolby Atmos Renderer. Mixing in Dolby Atmos full-time is now a viable reality, and with dedication, either of these templates can help you grow your business.

In this video, we’ll set up Pro Tools by importing the "EX Template" and your client’s tracks. Please note that the tracks used in this video series are not included in the course due to copyright restrictions.

In this video, we’ll explore the critical importance of organizing your Dolby Atmos mixing session. As your career advances, you’ll quickly recognize that staying organized is an essential part of your workflow. Whether you’re just starting your Dolby Atmos mixing journey or you’re a seasoned professional aiming to refine your techniques, organization is a key to success.

The methods shared in this video, such as color coding and labeling, reflect my personal preferences. However, you’re encouraged to adapt them to fit your unique needs and workflow.

In this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the "EX Template," my preferred Dolby Atmos setup at the time of filming. We’ll break down each track and its role within the overall framework, giving you a clear understanding of how the template works and how you can adapt it to fit your specific needs.

In this video, we’ll kick off the mixing process by comparing our client’s tracks to the final mastered stereo version of their song.

We’ll begin by discussing how to perform an A/B comparison using a custom toggle function I’ve designed specifically for this workflow. This step is essential for setting your Dolby Atmos mix up for success and ensuring it aligns with your client’s expectations.

This A/B comparison also lays the groundwork for guaranteeing your Dolby Atmos mix meets the specifications required for digital distribution.

In this video, we continue the mixing process, focusing on the drums. Along the way, we’ll explore specific details about the tracks and delve deeper into the functionality of the "EX Template" as they arise.

In this video, we will continue the mixing process, working our way through the bass guitar, electric guitars, keys, and vocals.

In this video, we will continue mixing by incorporating the remaining tracks into our mix. This involves working on the background vocals, electric guitar layers, a solo, percussion, and drum loops.

Throughout this process, we will continue to compare our Dolby Atmos mix against the final stereo-mastered version.

In this video, I’ll demonstrate how to capture the final mix using the Dolby Atmos Renderer. I’ll walk you through creating a new master file, printing ADMs and MP4s, and ensuring your Dolby Atmos mix is fully prepared for the final quality control stage of a professional mixing project.

In this video, we will be discussing the final step in our mixing project, which involves using the Dolby Atmos Album Assembler to meet the loudness specifications and align our Dolby Atmos mix with the final stereo-mastered version of the song.

Some refer to this final step as "mastering," but I prefer to call it quality control.

Thank you for joining me for my first Dolby Atmos mixing course. I hope you have gained valuable knowledge, and the provided templates and information will elevate your mixing business.

In this video, I’ll show you how to set up the "IN Template" for your Dolby Atmos mixing project. While the overall mixing process stays consistent regardless of the template you choose, we’ll discuss the key differences when it comes to printing files.

The Stereo Monitor path has been converted to a master fader within Pro Tools. This way anytime you toggle between the stereo mix and your Dolby Atmos mix you now see an output level for both.