Which sequence correctly outlines how to configure new stem bus paths in the IO Setup dialog?

Which sequence correctly outlines how to configure new stem bus paths in the IO Setup dialog?

• A. Click New Path, 2. Create stereo bus paths for each stem, 3. Click Create, 4. Optional: Show only aux tracks, 5. Select each aux track, 6. Assign cascading stereo sends
• B. Open I/O Setup and immediately bounce stems
• C. Use only existing bus paths
• D. Delete all stem busses

Answer: (A)

Configuring stem buses starts by telling Pro Tools where those stems should travel, using the I/O Setup to define the new bus paths and then wiring each stem to its own bus. Begin by opening the I/O Setup dialog and creating a new path. This step sets up a dedicated bus route for your stems. Next, create stereo bus paths for every stem you plan to output—one bus per stem—and finalize with Create. If you want a cleaner mixer view, you can opt to show only auxiliary tracks. Then, for each stem, select the corresponding aux track and assign a stereo send to its matching stem bus. Using cascading stereo sends ensures the signal maintains the correct stereo image as it routes through the bus. This approach provides distinct, manageable stems that you can control and process individually.

Configuring stem buses starts by telling Pro Tools where those stems should travel, using the I/O Setup to define the new bus paths and then wiring each stem to its own bus. Begin by opening the I/O Setup dialog and creating a new path. This step sets up a dedicated bus route for your stems. Next, create stereo bus paths for every stem you plan to output—one bus per stem—and finalize with Create. If you want a cleaner mixer view, you can opt to show only auxiliary tracks. Then, for each stem, select the corresponding aux track and assign a stereo send to its matching stem bus. Using cascading stereo sends ensures the signal maintains the correct stereo image as it routes through the bus. This approach provides distinct, manageable stems that you can control and process individually.