Picking Different Keys for New Projects?

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DanTheSongwriter
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Picking Different Keys for New Projects?

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I usually tune down the guitars/bass to Eb so if I'm playing a song in what is Bbm should I set up the new project to be in that key or does it make a difference? Or when/why would it make a difference?

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Re: Picking Different Keys for New Projects?

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It's best to set the project to the correct key in case you have to use Melodyne (which is key sensitive) for correction.
Also you can change individual tracks/clips by selecting them, opening the sound tab and then select either transpose or 'use project key'.
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Re: Picking Different Keys for New Projects?

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Working with Melodyne is what prompted the question. Also, as only the major keys are listed I assume you go with that? If I'm playing in Am then I pick C, if I'm playing in Dm I pick F, etc.?

Thanks for the feedback.
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