The whole studio room is definitely set up now. I can record, mix, and edit:
- Install Pro Tools 11.3.1 and all associated drivers, plugins, etc. into Windows 10.

Install Pro Tools 2024.10.2 and all associated drivers, plugins, etc. into Windows 11 24H2. - Install 16-channel audio interface drivers and settings panel.

Install 16-channel audio interface drivers and settings panel. - Install ASIO4ALL audio drivers into Windows 10.

Install ASIO4ALL audio drivers into Windows 11. - Connect Audio interface to computer and speakers.

Connect Audio interface to computer and speakers. - Connect second display monitor to laptop and extend desktop onto it.

Connect 2 equal large display monitors for desktop large screen and extend desktop across both. - Open older Pro Tools session and test system.

No longer necessary as all older 64-bit PT sessions will open with newest versions of PT. - Set up Templates and Workspace in PT.

Set up Templates and Workspace in PT, and configure New Session Drive for PT Sessions only. - Test 8-channel audio snake on each channel using digital drum machine.

N/A. Newer MIDI drum set works through audio interface. - Connect 25-key MIDI controller to USB hub and test connectivity and function.

Connect 25-key MIDI controller to USB hub and test connectivity and function. - Connect 61-key MIDI keyboard to audio interface, test connectivity and function.

Connect 61-key MIDI keyboard to audio interface, test connectivity and function. Daisy chain connect second 16-channel audio interface so there are 16 discreet microphone inputs, test connectivity and function. ADD Headphone Amplifier for up to 8 discreet headphone mixes, test connectivity and function.
I feel better now.
Everything runs smoothly after a few benign hiccups.
Almost time to do some real recording.
Gonna set up the acoustic drum set tomorrow.
