4.4 Using The Mastering Insert Effect; 4.5 Mixdown On The Master Track - Zoom MRS-802 Operation Manual

4.4 Using the mastering insert effect

You can place the insert effect immediately before the
[MASTER] fader and use one of the MASTERING
algorithm patches to modify the dynamics or tone of the
stereo mix of the entire song.
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To apply the mastering effect to the entire song, proceed as
follows.
■ Changing the insert location of the insert
effect
1.
From the main screen, press the [INPUT SOURCE]
key in the effect section.
The current insert effect position is shown on the display.
2.
Turn the dial to bring up the indication "MASTER"
on the second line of the display.
Now the insert effect is inserted immediately before the
[MASTER] fader.
IN SRC IN SRC
MASTER MASTER
3.
Press the [EXIT] key.
The unit returns to the main screen.
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OUTPUT
MASTER
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EFFECT
IN SRC IN SRC
IN IN
■ Selecting a patch for the insert effect
4.
Press the [MASTERING] key in the effect section.
The insert effect algorithm is switched to MASTERING.
The display shows the currently selected patch.
5.
While playing the song, select the patch you want
to use.
If desired, you can edit the patch to modify the effect further
(→ p. 103).
6.
When you have verified that the sound is as
desired, press the [EXIT] key.
The unit returns to the main screen.

4.5 Mixdown on the master track

The master track is a stereo track designed only for use
during mixdown. The signal immediately after the
[MASTER] fader is recorded on the master track. Like other
tracks, the master track also has 10 V-takes.
After mastering effect settings have been completed, record
the final mix on the master track.
V-takes
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Press the ZERO [
of the song.
Quick Tour
INSERT INSERT
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Mixdown
Master track
] key to return to the beginning
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