Pro Tools subdivides the bars and beats of a session into ticks. How many ticks comprise a quarter note?

In Pro Tools, the standard division of a quarter note into ticks is 960 ticks. This subdivision allows for precise timing and quantization in digital audio workstations. The choice of 960 ticks per quarter note stems from the common practice in digital audio to facilitate a detailed and high-resolution timing framework.

This ensures that when you set your session to use ticks instead of samples, the Pro Tools environment can effectively manage musical timing, especially important when dealing with MIDI data and aligning audio to the grid. The layout of 960 ticks enables smooth synchronization and editing capabilities, particularly when engaging in intricate arrangements or when working with various tempo settings.

Understanding this subdivision is essential for proper session management and ensuring accurate playback, recording, and sequencing in Pro Tools.