Is it possible to ...)

[sikter]

-make a rhythm tempo to increase gradually (let’s the song starts at 60 bmp and reaches 300 bmp at its end)?
How can I do that?

-make a rhythm measure to change (Let’s say from 4/4 to ¾ in the middle of the song)?
How?

Is it possible to use an external hard drive as first (for all audio files and projects) and internal drive as a second (for temp files)?
I would like to take it with me and continue my work on the other PC with same software.

thanks

 

[RezN8]

Yes all of that is possible in Cubase. For Tempo changes, you'll need to learn how to use the Tempo track. You can easily draw an in point at 60bpm and an out point at 300bpm.

It's all in the manual - which version of Cubase are you using?

You set which drive you use in the Project setup window. When you first begin a project, the program asks you to designate a place where the files will reside - that's where you can select your external drive.

Hope this info gets you on your way. Cheers, Rez

 

[sikter]

I am SX-3 user (not very smart one) and I'll have to check my manual when I get home.
I am at work right now and just playing some new projects in my head.

Regarding to external hard drive:
I think I know how to do the set up but I was hoping to get some experiences from others.
I did not purchase it yet. I needed to know if it would work properly and fast enough.
This one would be my main drive, not back up.

thank you,

 

[RezN8]

For SX3 the Tempo Track info starts with Chapter 25 pg. 615 in the Operation Manual.

For recording your files to an exteranl drive, start with Operations (5-105).
Basically when you start a new project from a Template, a dialog box appears asking where you want to save the audio files. Navigate to your external drive, create a new folder and click OK. It's that easy.

For all the scoop on compatability, make sure you check over at Cubase.net to see if there are any known issues with the external drive you plan to buy. For instance, drives needed to be at least 7200rpm back a few years ago. Not sure what the deal is these days, so check drive speed and firewire issues. It will save you a lot of headaches in the future.

I personally use an external firewire drive as a back up, but have never recorded directly to it.

 

[MadAudio]

I personally use an external firewire drive as a back up, but have never recorded directly to it.

I have two Firewire externals that I record to directly all the time and they rock.

 

[sikter]

I have two Firewire externals that I record to directly all the time and they rock.

What about mixing?
I suppose you don't need to move your files to "C" for that purpose.
Does computer use its RAM for mixing or is it depending of software?
I actually use Audition 2,0 for recording and mixing. The card is M-Audio Firewire 410. Everything works perfectly but I am planning to start different computers on different locations in the future.
(I use Cubase for drum programming and making non guitar tracks only.)

 

[MadAudio]

What about mixing?
I suppose you don't need to move your files to "C" for that purpose.
Does computer use its RAM for mixing or is it depending of software?
I actually use Audition 2,0 for recording and mixing. The card is M-Audio Firewire 410. Everything works perfectly but I am planning to start different computers on different locations in the future.
(I use Cubase for drum programming and making non guitar tracks only.)

Ideally you don't want your audio on the C drive anyway. Yes, recording, mixing, editing can all be done on another drive.

 

[sikter]

Thank you The Wise Guy,
I have actually done the partition of my hard drive.
All my files are on "D" and if I ever needed to format "C" those wouldn't be affected.
I got everything answered. I found those cubase tricks in my manual.
I'll turn to external drive very soon.
Firewire connection seems to be perfect for me.
Have a nice time
sikter

 

[MadAudio]

Thank you The Wise Guy,
I have actually done the partition of my hard drive.
All my files are on "D" and if I ever needed to format "C" those wouldn't be affected.

Yeah, but a partition is still on the same physical drive. If some background Windows program decides to access the C drive you risk the potential of interruption during recording.