Yamaha MT4X User's Guide

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Controls and Connections 8 User’s Guide C Master fader This linear control is used to set the level of the master stereo bus. For optimal performan

9 Controls and Connections User’s Guide When the automatic punch-in/out function is active, the REPEAT key causes the MT4X to immediately start the r

Controls and Connections 10User’s Guide Transport ControlsR REHE key and indicatorThis key is used to perform a recording rehearsal. While the LED in

11 Controls and ConnectionsUser’s GuideY Tape counterThis indicator displays tape position.Z Level metersThese indicators display the signal level wit

Controls and Connections 12User’s Guide Rear Panel Connectionsf MONITOR OUT connections• Output impedance: 1 kΩ• Nominal output level: -10 dB (at 10

13 Controls and ConnectionsUser’s GuidePower Connectionsl AC IN inletConnect the supplied power cord here.m POWER switchThis switch turns the power on

Example System 14User’s Guide 2 Example SystemNS-10M STUDIONS-10M STUDIOMaster RecorderAmplifierAUX RETURN2L/MONO1L/MONOSTEREO OUTLRMONITOR OUTLRMIC/

15 Recording Functions User’s Guide 3 Recording Functions The basic functions of multitrack recording are as follows: Monitoring The MT4X offers you

Recording Functions 16 User’s Guide Initial recording The first step in multitrack recording is to record the initial tracks. Usually, these are you

17 Recording Functions User’s Guide 5) Using the ASSIGN keys ( 4 ) and the PAN control ( 5 ) select the group bus you want the input signal to go to.

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Recording Functions 18 User’s Guide 9) Press the REC/PAUSE key ( S ).The indicator above the key lights and any flashing REC SELECT - TRACK indicato

19 Recording Functions User’s Guide Overdubbing Overdub recording is the basis of all multi-track recording. It enables you to record additional inst

Recording Functions 20 User’s Guide Rehearsal After you have set the recording levels, you should rehearse the overdub to verify and adjust the set

21 Recording Functions User’s Guide To overdub another part, simply repeat steps 1 to 17. Punch-in/out recording This technique is used to re-record

Recording Functions 22 User’s Guide The REC SELECT - TRACK indicator on the display will flash. Set the working points: • The pre-roll point - the p

23 Recording Functions User’s Guide The AUTO PUNCH and START indicators ( ^ ) on the display and the indicator above the REHE key will begin flashing.

Recording Functions 24 User’s Guide Rehearsal The MT4X automatically enters rehearsal mode after you have assigned the punch-in and punch-out point

25 Recording FunctionsUser’s GuideAt the punch-in location, the START indicator will switch off, the IN indicator will light, and the indicator above

Recording Functions 26User’s Guide Status indicatorsDuring the operation of the automatic punch-in/out function, you can determine the status by chec

27 Recording FunctionsUser’s GuideUsing the REC/PAUSE key and the PLAY key1) Connect the input source, set the input select key, and adjust the GAIN c

1 Precautions User’s Guide Precautions 1 Avoid excessive heat, humidity, dust, and vibration. Keep the MT4X away from locations where it is likely to

Recording Functions 28User’s Guide Using the optional footswitch1) Connect the input source, set the input select key, and adjust the GAIN control an

29 Recording FunctionsUser’s GuidePing-pong recordingPing-pong recording allows you to bounce several previously-recorded tracks onto an unrecorded tr

Recording Functions 30User’s Guide If required, add effects using the AUX SEND and AUX RETURN controls and connectors. Adjust the effects for each ch

31 Recording FunctionsUser’s GuideThis technique is a combination of overdubbing (see "Overdub recording" on page 15) and ping-pong recordin

Recording Functions 32User’s Guide MixdownMixdown is the process of combining the four individual tracks into a final stereo mix. You blend and polish

33 Recording FunctionsUser’s GuideRehearsal5) Press the PLAY key to start playback.6) Adjust the channel levels with the channel faders. Set the equal

Synchronization 34User’s Guide 4 SynchronizationThe MT4X has the ability to synchronize MIDI sequencers, rhythm programmers, and other devices to the

35 SynchronizationUser’s GuideFSK recordingRecord FSK signals on track 4The MT4X is equipped with a dbx™ noise reduction system. For recording normal

Synchronization 36User’s Guide 16) Start the MIDI instrument.Run the song program on the MIDI instrument from beginning to end. The Song Start, Tempo

37 SynchronizationUser’s GuideConnections and setup1) Plug a compatible cable from the TAPE OUT - SYNC/4 (k) connector into the MIDI/FSK input on your

Introduction 2 User’s Guide Introduction Your MT4X Multitrack Cassette recorder is a powerful recording tool that will allow you to capture your mu

Synchronization 38User’s Guide The MIDI instrument(s) will playback in sync with the data recorded on track 4.Play the overdub part along with the MI

39 SynchronizationUser’s GuideSynchronized mixdownYou can use the FSK signal to synchronize MIDI instruments to the previously recorded tracks on the

Synchronization 40User’s Guide 3) Plug compatible cables from the other TAPE OUT connectors (1, 2, and 3) into the inputs of your mixer.4) Connect th

41 Memory FunctionsUser’s Guide5 Memory FunctionsMemo FunctionStore a memory locationYou can mark two memory locations which can be used to quickly re

Memory Functions 42User’s Guide Repeat FunctionThe MT4X will repeatedly play a section of the tape between two memory locations.1) Press the REPEAT k

43 Memory FunctionsUser’s Guide2) Press the REC SELECT key (G) corresponding to the track you want to check.The maximum level segment of the selected

Appendix 44 User’s Guide Appendix Troubleshooting If you experience difficulty operating the MT4X, or it does not seem to be working as it should, l

45 Appendix User’s Guide Maintenance The MT4X requires regular maintenance to remain in top operating condition. If you observe the following problem

Appendix 46 User’s Guide Specifications Model 4-track/4-channel one direction recording and playback cassette recorder with mixer Tape Transport Ta

47 Appendix User’s Guide • Specifications are subject to change without notice.• The dbx™ noise reduction system was manufactured based on a patent li

3 Introduction User’s Guide Structure of the MT4XL/MONOAUX RETURN21L/MONOASSIGN ASSIGNMASTER1234GROUP1324132412AUX RETURNLEVEL10987654321010987654321

Appendix 48 User’s Guide Block Diagramdbx RPPANAUXLOWMIDGAINHAEQ BATAPEMIC/LINECUE LEVEL(METER)1234(METER)LRTAPE OUTSYNC/4CUEEQR1,2AUX RETURNL/MONO

49 Appendix User’s Guide DimensionsTracking Sheet There is a tracking sheet template on the back cover of this manual. You should make a number of ph

Appendix 50 User’s Guide Overdubbing Recording the synthesizer and MIDI tone generator:Recording the vocals:REVENLODDCAUX 1 AUX 2OFFHIGHMIDLOW-12 +

51 Appendix User’s Guide Mixdown Add equalization and effects and record to the master recorder: Glossary Auxiliary Bus The MT4X has two auxiliary bu

Appendix 52 User’s Guide recording. The signal is expanded and then de-emphasized on playback. The MT4X uses dbx™ noise reduction to reduce noise a

53 Appendix User’s Guide MONITOR/PHONES control Controls the amount of signal fed to the speakers through the left and right MONITOR OUT jacks or to

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Introduction 4 User’s Guide Structure of the MT4X The MT4X can be divided into three basic sections – the mixer, the recorder, and the bus lines wh

5 Controls and Connections User’s Guide 1 Controls and ConnectionsNOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM1234TRACKSTEREOSTOPFFREWPLAYREC/PAUSEREHEMASTERMULTITRACK CAS

Controls and Connections 6 User’s Guide Channel Modules 1 GAIN control This rotary control adjusts the level of the signal from a microphone or ins

7 Controls and Connections User’s Guide ODD/L: Rotated fully counter-clockwise sends the signal to the odd (1 or 3) numbered track of the selected tr