MIDI Recording : MIDI Punch Recording Over a Specified Range : Punch Recording During Playback with MIDI
 
Punch Recording During Playback with MIDI
You do not have to set a record range to punch in on a MIDI or Instrument track. In fact, you can punch in and out at any time during playback. Unlike audio tracks, it is not necessary to enable QuickPunch to perform real-time punch recording.
To punch record with MIDI:
1. Configure a MIDI or Instrument track for recording (see “Configuring MIDI or Instrument Tracks for Recording” on page 247).
2. Ensure that Normal Record mode is selected (see “Record Modes” on page 229).
3. In the Transport window, disable Wait for Note and Countoff.
4. Record enable the track containing the previous take.
5. Click Play in the Transport to start playback.
6. When you reach the punch-in point, click Record in the Transport.
The Record button in the Transport and the track’s Record Enable button stop flashing and stay lit during recording.
7. To punch out, click Record again.
Pro Tools exits Record mode and continues playing. You can perform additional punches during the same pass.