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Multitrack Cassette Recorder
User's Guide
Manuel de l'utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
Guía del Usuario
MIC/LINE
GAIN
LINE
HIGH
-12
MID
-12
LOW
-12
AUX
AUX 1
1
3
PAN
L
ODD
TAPE
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
1
2
3
MIC/LINE
MIC/LINE
GAIN
GAIN
GAIN
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
+12
-12
+12
-12
+12
MID
MID
MID
+12
-12
+12
-12
+12
LOW
LOW
LOW
+12
-12
+12
-12
+12
AUX
AUX
AUX
AUX 2
AUX 1
AUX 2
AUX 1
AUX 2
AUX 1
2
1
2
1
2
ASSIGN
ASSIGN
ASSIGN
4
3
4
3
4
C
C
C
PAN
PAN
PAN
R
L
R
L
R
L
EVEN
ODD
EVEN
ODD
EVEN
ODD
MIC/
TAPE
MIC/
TAPE
MIC/
TAPE
LINE
LINE
LINE
10
10
10
9
9
9
8
8
8
7
7
7
6
6
6
5
5
5
4
4
4
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
0
0
0
MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER
4
MASTER
MIC/LINE
AUX RETURN
1
2
1
2
1
2
MIC
ASSIGN
ASSIGN
3
4
3
4
LEVEL
-12
+12
0
10
0
10
-12
+12
CUE LEVEL
MONITOR
1
SELECT
-12
+12
1
3
0
10
GROUP
2
2
4
AUX 2
STEREO
0
10
1
2
3
ASSIGN
CUE
3
4
C
MONITOR/PHONES
0
10
4
R
MIN
MAX
0
10
EVEN
PITCH
MIC/
LINE
O
10
10
9
9
8
8
7
7
6
6
5
5
4
4
3
3
2
2
1
1
0
0
PHONES
PUNCH I/O
+9
+9
TAPE
6
6
3
3
0
0
9.5 4.8
3
3
6
6
10
10
AUTO PUNCH
1
-20
-20
MEMO
REPEAT
SYNC
START
IN
OUT
2
REC
1
2
3
4
L
R
1
2
3
4
STEREO
NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM
TRACK
TAPE SPEED CONTROL
REC SELECT
4.8 / 9.5
1
2
3
RETURN
REPEAT
TO ZERO
AUTO
PUNCH I/O
CHECK
MEMO
1
LOCATE
SYNC
CLEAR
MEMO
2
LOCATE
REHE
REC/PAUSE
PLAY
REW
FF
4
COUNTER
RESET
STOP
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- Page 1 Multitrack Cassette Recorder User’s Guide Manuel de l’utilisateur Bedienungsanleitung Guía del Usuario MIC/LINE MIC/LINE GAIN GAIN LINE LINE HIGH HIGH AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 1 ASSIGN ASSIGN EVEN TAPE MIC/ TAPE LINE MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER MASTER MIC/LINE MIC/LINE GAIN GAIN AUX RETURN LINE...
- Page 2 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Precautions Precautions Avoid excessive heat, humidity, dust, and vibration. Keep the MT4X away from locations where it is likely to be exposed to high temperatures or humidity, such as direct sunlight, near radiators, stoves, etc. Also avoid locations which are subject to excessive dust accumulation or vibration which could cause mechanical damage. -
Page 4: Introduction
In order to make use of the many features of the MT4X and to obtain the best performance, please read this manual thoroughly — and keep it in a safe place for future reference. -
Page 5: Structure Of The Mt4X3
Introduction Structure of the MT4X User’s Guide... - Page 6 Structure of the MT4X The MT4X can be divided into three basic sections – the mixer, the recorder, and the bus lines which connect them: Mixer The mixer has four input channels. It adjusts the input signals at each respective channel and sends them to the bus lines.
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Page 7: Controls And Connections
Controls and Connections 1 Controls and Connections SYNC/4 TAPE Rear Panel Connections Channel Modules MIC/LINE MIC/LINE GAIN GAIN LINE LINE HIGH HIGH AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 1 AUX 2 ASSIGN ASSIGN EVEN EVEN TAPE MIC/ TAPE MIC/ LINE LINE MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER L/MONO L/MONO... -
Page 8: Channel Modules6
Channel Modules GAIN control This rotary control adjusts the level of the signal from a microphone or instrument plugged into the MIC/LINE INPUT connector ( Equalizer controls These rotary controls are used to adjust the high, middle and low band frequency levels. -
Page 9: Master Module7
) connector and the MONITOR OUT ( connectors. ) and to the left channel of the STEREO bus. ) connectors on the rear panel and the ) connector on the front of the MT4X. ), it selects the tape track MASTER AUX RETURN... -
Page 10: Recorder Controls8
( REPEAT key This key is used to start and cancel the repeat function. When the repeat function is active, the MT4X will repeatedly playback a selection between two memory points set with the MEMO keys ( "Repeat Function" on page 42. - Page 11 LOCATE (1, 2) keys These keys locate to the stored memory points. When you press one of these keys, the MT4X will fast forward or rewind to the corresponding memory point. Note: The locate interval must be more than three counts on the tape counter (...
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Page 12: Transport Controls
flash. User’s Guide Controls and Connections ). Press this key to place the MT4X in record standby mode. Once you press Fluorescent Light Display) AUTO PUNCH... -
Page 13: Front Panel Connections11
Tape speed indicator These indicators show the current tape speed selection, either 9.5 cm/sec or 4.8 cm/sec. When the MT4X is first powered on, it defaults to 9.5 cm/sec. dbx indicator This indicator illuminates when the dbx™ noise reduction system is turned on. -
Page 14: Rear Panel Connections12
• Output impedance: 1 k • Nominal output level: -10 dB (at 10 k load) These RCA/Phono connectors are used to output the individual tracks directly from the recorder section of the MT4X. User’s Guide Controls and Connections MONITOR OUT... -
Page 15: Power Connections13
This switch turns the power on and off. Note: Always make sure the Master fader ( is set to “MIN” when turning the MT4X on or off. CAUTION (FOR CANADIAN MODEL) TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. -
Page 16: Example System
2 Example System STUDIO NS-10M STUDIO NS-10M User’s Guide Example System... -
Page 17: Recording Functions
Mixdown Monitoring The MT4X offers you a great deal of flexibility in monitoring the status of your recordings. You can monitor the individual channel groups, the stereo bus, the cue bus, or any combination. You control monitoring with the MONITOR SELECT keys GROUP The GROUP keys allow you to monitor the group bus signals. -
Page 18: Initial Recording16
The first step in multitrack recording is to record the initial tracks. Usually, these are your rhythm tracks: bassguitar, rhythm guitar, and drums. Note: Before you record anything, you must connect the MT4X to both an input source and a monitoring system. See "Example System" on page 14. - Page 19 Therefore, you should set the recording levels to the highest level before distortion sets in. The MT4X is equipped with sensitive peak-hold level meters ( individual tracks and the stereo bus. Use the level meters in conjunction with the monitoring modes (see "Monitoring"...
- Page 20 • When dbx™ is off, adjust the gain control so that the +3 dB segment occasionally illuminates. • When dbx™ is on, adjust the gain control so that the +9 dB segment occasionally illuminates. Note: The MT4X can recall and display the maximum recording levels obtained during a session. See "Recording Levels Function" on page 42.
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Page 21: Overdubbing19
Note: Connecting an instrument with a high output impedance such as an electric guitar or bassguitar to the MT4X may increase noise and distortion. If this happens, connect a direct box or effect unit between the instrument and the MT4X to reduce the impedance. - Page 22 The indicator above the key lights and any flashing REC SELECT - TRACK indicators will be illuminated. Press the PLAY key. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. Play the part again. Note: To prevent wow and flutter effects, do not accidentally adjust the PITCH control while you are recording.
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Page 23: Punch-In/Out Recording21
You play your part while punching in and out to start and stop the recorder. For the greatest precision, you should use the advanced automatic punch-in/out features of the MT4X. However, it is reasonably easy to punch-in manually. If you have a footswitch, you can also punch in and out using your foot. - Page 24 The REC SELECT - TRACK indicator on the display will flash. TAPE Note: You can skip step 2 at this point. However, you must select a track before you perform the actual recording. Set the working points: AUTO PUNCH Blank space START Pre-roll Punch-in...
- Page 25 Recording Functions The AUTO PUNCH and START indicators ( key will begin flashing. TAPE AUTO PUNCH START Note: The AUTO PUNCH indicator will either be flashing or illuminated while the automatic punch-in/ out function is active. Press the PLAY key (or step on the footswitch) to play the tape. The START indicator will light and the IN indicator will begin flashing.
- Page 26 Rehearsal The MT4X automatically enters rehearsal mode after you have assigned the punch-in and punch-out points. This mode allows you to practice the punch-in/out operation before you actually commit anything to tape. Note: In this mode, you can press the REPEAT key ( perform rehearsal playback between the pre-roll point and the post-roll point.
- Page 27 Check the recording Press the PLAY key again to play back the tape. The MT4X will automatically play from the pre-roll point to the post-roll point. If the resulting recording is good, press the AUTO PUNCH I/O key to cancel the automatic punch-in/out function.
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Page 28: Status Indicators
Status indicators During the operation of the automatic punch-in/out function, you can determine the status by checking the indicators shown in the following table: Function Mark the pre-roll point (see step 3). Start the tape playing (see step 4). If you press the AUTO PUNCH I/O key while the tape is playing, the operation starts here. - Page 29 The REC SELECT - TRACK indicator on the display will flash. Press the PLAY key. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. Get ready to play the punch-in part. At the punch-in location, press the REC/PAUSE key.
- Page 30 Step on the footswitch. The indicator above the PLAY key lights, the indicator above the REC/PAUSE key will flash rapidly, and the MT4X starts the tape. Get ready to play the punch-in part. At the punch-in location, step on the footswitch again.
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Page 31: Ping-Pong Recording29
The indicator over the key lights and the flashing REC SELECT - TRACK indicators will be illuminated. Press the PLAY key to start the rehearsal. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. Adjust the channel fader, PAN controls, and equalizer controls for each source channel. Bassguitar track... - Page 32 The indicator over the key lights and the REC SELECT - TRACK indicators will be illuminated. Press the PLAY key to start recording. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. When the recording is finished, press the RETURN TO ZERO key to stop and rewind the tape.
- Page 33 Recording Functions This technique is a combination of overdubbing (see "Overdub recording" on page 15) and ping-pong recording. Connect the input source for the overdubbing channel to its corresponding MIC/LINE INPUT connector. Set the input select key to the MIC/LINE position. Rotate the GAIN control to adjust the level of the input signal.
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Page 34: Mixdown32
) into the input connector on the effect unit. Plug the output from the effect unit into the AUX RETURN connectors ( Note: If the effect unit has stereo outputs, connect it to the MT4X in stereo. Otherwise, plug it into the L/MONO connector. - Page 35 Insert a tape into the master recorder. Start recording on the master recorder. Press the PLAY key on the MT4X to start playback. Note: You may want to remove any count-ins before you create your master tape. There are several ways of doing this.
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Page 36: Synchronization
Some MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines are already equipped with a SYNC OUT connector. You can plug this type of machine directly into the MT4X to record FSK onto one of the tracks. If your MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine is not equipped with a SYNC OUT connector, you may need a MIDI/FSK converter such as the Yamaha YMC10. -
Page 37: Fsk Recording35
FSK recording Record FSK signals on track 4 The MT4X is equipped with a dbx™ noise reduction system. For recording normal audio signals, the noise reduction system is beneficial. However, dbx™ interferes with the recording of FSK signals. This sometimes results in an unusable sync track. Therefore, the MT4X is also equipped with a SYNC key. -
Page 38: Synchronized Playback36
Overdubbing with a synchronized performance If your MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine cannot accept FSK signals, you may need a MIDI/FSK converter such as the Yamaha YMC10. You need to plug the MIDI/FSK converter in between the MT4X and your MIDI instrument. - Page 39 Set the connected MIDI instrument to FSK sync mode, to receive the FSK signals from the MT4X. Set any other connected MIDI instruments to MIDI clock mode to slave to the MIDI device receiving the FSK signals.
- Page 40 The MIDI instrument(s) will playback in sync with the data recorded on track 4. Note: If the MIDI instrument does not play correctly, you probably started the tape at a point after the FSK signal began. You must ensure the tape plays back from before the start of the FSK track. Play the overdub part along with the MIDI instrument(s) and the previously recorded tracks.
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Page 41: Synchronized Mixdown39
Master Recorder Mixing Console Tip: A special feature of the MT4X is its TAPE OUT connectors. These allow you to send the track signals directly from the recorder to your external mixer. Connections and setup Plug a compatible cable from the TAPE OUT - SYNC/4 ( your sequencer, rhythm machine, or converter. - Page 42 Recording Insert a tape into the master recorder. Start recording on the master recorder. Press the PLAY key on the MT4X to start playback. The synchronized mixdown will be carried out automatically. Check the recording When the recording is finished, rewind the master recorder and play back the tape.
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Page 43: Memory Functions
Locate to a stored location Press the appropriate LOCATE key ( The MT4X will fast-wind or rewind the tape to the stored location. While the tape is in motion, the number portion of the MEMO indicator will flash. The following display shows the results of pressing the LOCATE-2 key. -
Page 44: Repeat Function
The REPEAT indicator is illuminated. Repeat notes • If only one memory location is stored, the MT4X will repeat from the tape counter location “0000” to the stored point. • Playback is repeated 16 times continuously, then the tape is rewound back to the first memory location and stopped. - Page 45 If you reset the tape counter after the recording, the location displayed will be incorrect. Unlike the memo function, the MT4X does not re-calculate the maximum level memory locations. Clear the maximum level data Press and hold the STOP key (...
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Page 46: Appendix
Appendix Troubleshooting If you experience difficulty operating the MT4X, or it does not seem to be working as it should, look up the problem in the following table. You may find it is just a simple error, easy to correct. - Page 47 Appendix Maintenance The MT4X requires regular maintenance to remain in top operating condition. If you observe the following problems, you should clean and possibly demagnetize the unit: • A drop in level at high frequencies. • An increase in wow and flutter.
- Page 48 Specifications Model 4-track/4-channel one direction recording and playback cassette recorder with mixer Tape Transport Tape Type Track Configuration Heads Motor Tape Speed Pitch Control Wow & Flutter Electrical Specifications Input connectors Output connectors Connectors MIC/LINE AUX RETURN L/R 1, 2 STEREO OUT L, R AUX SEND 1, 2 MONITOR OUT L, R...
- Page 49 Appendix Specifications (continued) Signal-to-Noise ratio (at nominal input and output) Distortion (1 kHz at nominal input and output) Equalizer Recorder Frequency Response Signal-to-Noise ratio Distortion Channel separation Erase rate Noise reduction General Control jacks Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions4 (W H D) Weight Accessories 0 dB = 0.775 V rms...
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Page 50: Block Diagram
Block Diagram MIC/ LINE TAPE GAIN MIC/ LINE TAPE GAIN MIC/LINE INPUT MIC/ LINE TAPE GAIN MIC/ LINE TAPE GAIN L/MONO AUX RETURN User’s Guide GROUP 2 3 4 L R 1 2 LEVEL Appendix CUE LEVEL (METER) CUE LEVEL (METER) CUE LEVEL (METER) - Page 51 Appendix Dimensions Tracking Sheet There is a tracking sheet template on the back cover of this manual. You should make a number of photocopies and use them to keep a log of your recording sessions. Initial tracks Recording the bassguitar and drum machine: MIXER Channel TAPE...
- Page 52 Overdubbing Recording the synthesizer and MIDI tone generator: MIXER Channel TAPE TAPE TAPE Input MIC/LINE MIC/LINE MIC/LINE Synth MIDI Organ Source Assign EVEN EVEN EVEN AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 1 HIGH HIGH HIGH HIGH...
- Page 53 AUX SEND output connector. Auxiliary Return — The AUX RETURN controls determine the destination and amount of signal that is fed back into the MT4X via the AUX RETURN input connectors. You can return an effect in stereo, to further enhance your recording.
- Page 54 The MASTER module fader is used to adjust the overall stereo level. FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) A method of recording MIDI clock data onto one of the tracks of the MT4X. A device translates the data into two distinct frequencies that represent the two binary states: “on” and “off”. Some MIDI instruments can directly output FSK sync signals.
- Page 55 PHONES (headphone) jack. Multitrack A tape recorder with more than two tracks. The MT4X is a four-track machine. Each track can be independently recorded at an optimum level, and then mixed, equalized, processed, and panned into a final mixdown.
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