Apple Logic Pro 7 - Manual (Page 65)

Chapter 1 Using Logic 65
ReCycle Import Handling in Projects
EXS instruments created via a ReCycle import are placed in a Sampler Instruments/
ReCycle sub-folder of the project folder. All audio data generated by a ReCycle import
are placed in the ReCycle Audio folder, alongside the song file.
About Templates
A template is a song file that is stored in either of two specific locations (see below).
Any song file may act as a template. You can view templates much like having multiple
Autoload Songs.
The advantage of using templates is that not all projects have the same needs, so
customizing several songs to meet these needs offers an ideal “starting point” for
different jobs. As examples:
• A template that is software instrument-focussed, for Dance projects. This would
feature 32 Audio Instrument tracks, and say eight audio tracks.
• An audio track-centric template, featuring say 64 audio tracks, would be ideal for live
recording.
• A specific live performance template that makes the job of quickly switching
between parts faster, or perhaps makes heavy use of Environment Objects such as
Arpeggiators or Touch Tracks.
• Several scoring templates for: choirs, a rock band, symphony orchestra, string
quartet, jazz combo, and so on.
• A template containing folder tracks and modified synchronization settings for control
of ADATs.
• A template for video work. This would typically contain a Video track plus specific
dialog, foley, and music tracks.
• A second video template could be used for jobs where the video is running on an
external video tape machine that is synchronized with Logic via SMPTE.
• Screensets can be customized for each template, or you can make use of the Import
functions to copy them between templates.
To use Templates:
m Choose File > New and select a template in the Template pop-up menu, that shows all
songs in the /Library/Application Support/Logic/Song Templates (system volume) folder
and the ~/Library/Application Support/Logic/Song Templates (user) folder.
To save Templates:
m Simply select the File > Save as Template menu option, and type in the desired name.