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Delete recorded file *before* it gets saved

onebaldbloke

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Is there a procedure to ask S1 to *not* keep a recorded file, which I already know sucks, at the end of a recording take?

I don't mean deleting it from the pool; I mean not allowing it to get there in the first place (an option that SampSeq allows).

Cheers,
Bob.
 
I don't know of any.

I use a Macro with these steps:

- Transport|Stop
- Edit|Undo
- Transport|Record

Recording is on "*" key
The Macro is on "STRG *"

this at least removes any Take Layers.. won't remove Wave from Pool or Disk though.
 
Why not close the song without saving?
In addition to this: if the failed audio events are nowhere used, you can remove them with a menu option. Iโ€˜m not on my private computer, but it must be something like โ€žremove unused audioโ€œ.

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Is there a procedure to ask S1 to *not* keep a recorded file, which I already know sucks, at the end of a recording take?

I don't mean deleting it from the pool; I mean not allowing it to get there in the first place (an option that SampSeq allows).

Cheers,
Bob.
Hi Bob,
There are two ways. Let's see if I can steer you in as I'm away from my computer.

After recording, select the event by right clicking on it. Select [Select in Pool]. This will open your audio pool at right. That audio clip will be highlighted, no matter how many clips are in your audio pool.

Right click on that highlighted audio clip and select [remove file permanently]. Do not select to simply remove file, as it will only remove the file from the pool, and not your hard drive. This is also the case for simply selecting Delete on your keyboard after recording (it wont permanently delete the file). By selecting [remove file permanently], you'll be asked "are you sure?". Select yes.

The other method is to not worry about permanent deletions until the end of your recording session and you want to save and close your song. You can go to the audio Pool [F10], select Pool, and highlight all of the audio clips [shift + A] after selecting one clip. Then right click and select [remove all unused audio files]. You'll again be asked are you sure and removal will be permanent. Again select yes if you are sure. Then save your song and close.

A little added security: if you're just not sure of the audio clips contained in your song, there's a way to see all of the clips, some, or none in your arrangement view. Select either one clip, several, (or all) in the Pool. Right click and select to view in arrangement. This will highlight any of your selections that are in the arrangement.

Try the above on a basically new song so that you are comfortable with the process. It's very simple and straightforward.

FYI, there is even a third way, if you elected to save your song to a new song folder. It's under the Save drop down selections. This will clean house, and automatically remove your unused audio files. Good for if you wish to rename your song, or repackage the song folder to another place on your drive.
 
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lokefly - in lieu of a more elegant solution, I'll do exactly that; delete all unused files at the end of the session. Deleting files individually while recording is an un-necessarily arduous and tiresome procedure............ :)

Cheers,
Bob.
In addition to this: if the failed audio events are nowhere used, you can remove them with a menu option. Iโ€˜m not on my private computer, but it must be something like โ€žremove unused audioโ€œ.

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Yes, thanks, I'm aware of that - was hoping for something akin to the SampSeq behaviour.
Why not close the song without saving?
This would add an enormous amount of time to my workflow (i.e. my earning capacity).
 
lokefly - in lieu of a more elegant solution, I'll do exactly that; delete all unused files at the end of the session. Deleting files individually while recording is an un-necessarily arduous and tiresome procedure............ :)

Cheers,
Bob.
Oh, I agree Bob. Particularly, if one is trying to lay down some difficult parts that require pristine takes. No one wants arduos interruptions. That's why I added options (normally I dont).
I might even op to record takes while looping to get that just right set of sections to promote (comping). Then bounce and clean the original file later. It's all in the manner if how one wishes to work. I'd never recommend a macro either for such things, as it could really be the wrong trigger to pull at the wrong time. JMO.
Enjoy!
 
Oh, I agree Bob. Particularly, if one is trying to lay down some difficult parts that require pristine takes. No one wants Arduos interruptions. That's why I added options (normally I don't).
I might even op to record takes while looping to get that just right set of sections to promote (comping). Then bounce and clean the original file later. It's all in the manner if how one wishes to work. I'd never recommend a macro either for such things, as it could really be the wrong trigger to pull at the wrong time. JMO.
Enjoy!
Thanks mate - I appreciate the reply!
 
Oh, I agree Bob. Particularly, if one is trying to lay down some difficult parts that require pristine takes. No one wants Arduos interruptions. That's why I added options (normally I don't).
I might even op to record takes while looping to get that just right set of sections to promote (comping). Then bounce and clean the original file later. It's all in the manner if how one wishes to work. I'd never recommend a macro either for such things, as it could really be the wrong trigger to pull at the wrong time. JMO.
Enjoy!
P.S really good videos on your YouTube channel.
 
P.S really good videos on your YouTube channel.
"Thank you" Bob! Feel free to leave any comments on my channel. I never push for that, and I probably should. ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
I'll be completing my third album from those YT vids fairly soon for distribution.
Studio One has been a Godsend in one of the most simplest and non talked about ways. "Elegance". It allows me to get through the composition stage, to final mix/master with the least amount of resistance. That allows me the freedom to explore the video and production side so much easier.
Helping others with their DAW is equally gratifying. ๐Ÿ™
 
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A little added security: if you're just not sure of the audio clips contained in your song, there's a way to see all of the clips, some, or none in your arrangement view. Select either one clip, several, (or all) in the Pool. Right click and select to view in arrangement. This will highlight any of your selections that are in the arrangement.
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Hi lokeyfly,
Nice. I was not aware of this elegant trick. Actually, in v7, the correct right-click item is not 'View in arrangement'... it is worded as: 'Select on track'.
Best
 
Hi lokeyfly,
Nice. I was not aware of this elegant trick. Actually, in v7, the correct right-click item is not 'View in arrangement'... it is worded as: 'Select on track'.
Best
Thanks. I had mentioned to onebaldbloke [OP] that I wasn't at my computer, so I was truly flying by the seat of my pants. : )
Thanks for noting the actual selection as it's called. ๐Ÿ‘ It's been "Select on Track" on every Studio One version. My oops.
 
Thanks. I had mentioned to onebaldbloke [OP] that I wasn't at my computer, so I was truly flying by the seat of my pants. : )
Thanks for noting the actual selection as it's called. ๐Ÿ‘ It's been "Select on Track" on every Studio One version. My oops.
You're welcome ;)

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