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Using Loops
Setting the tempo, time signature, and key for sessions
The Session Properties window lets you specify the tempo, time signature, and key for
loops in a session. All loop-enabled clips automatically adjust to match new settings;
regular clips are unaffected.
To preview loop files at the tempo and key of a session, select either the Loop option in
the Insert Audio dialog box, or the Follow Session option in the Files tab of the
Organizer window. (See “Inserting audio files into multitrack sessions” on page 63 and
“Previewing audio by using the Organizer window” on page 77.)
To set the tempo, time signature, and key for a session:
1 In Multitrack View, choose Window > Session Properties if the window isn’t visible.
2 Set any of the following options:
Tempo Specifies the tempo of the session, measured in beats per minute.
Beats/Bar Specifies the number of beats per bar.
Key Specifies the session’s key.
Time Specifies the session’s time signature. Choosing a different time signature automat-
ically updates the Beats/Bar setting.
Advanced Opens the Advanced Session Properties dialog box so that you can set
advanced properties for a session, such as a time offset, a customized metronome, and
notes about the session. (See “Setting advanced session properties” on page 167.)
Metronome Toggles the built-in metronome on and off. (See “Setting advanced session
properties” on page 167.)
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