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Recording Functions
This technique is a combination of overdubbing (see "Overdub recording" on page 15) and
ping-pong recording.
1)
Connect the input source for the overdubbing channel to its corresponding MIC/
LINE INPUT connector.
2)
Set the input select key to the MIC/LINE position.
3)
Rotate the GAIN control to adjust the level of the input signal.
4)
Use the ASSIGN keys and the PAN control to select the group bus for the
destination track.
5)
Set up the source tracks as listed in the previous section ("Preparation for recording"
on page 29).
6)
Press the REHE and PLAY keys to rehearse the overdub/ping-pong.
Play along with the tape. Adjust the channel fader, PAN controls, and equalizer
controls for each source and input channel.
7)
Press the RETURN TO ZERO key to stop and rewind the tape.
8)
Press the REC/PAUSE and PLAY keys to start recording. When the recording is
finished, press the RETURN TO ZERO key to stop and rewind the tape.
9)
Check the recording.
Ping-pong notes
• Avoid ping-pong recordings to an adjacent track (for example, avoid bouncing track 2
to track 1 or track 3) as much as possible. Otherwise, crosstalk (the signal leak at the
record/playback head) may cause feedback.
• If you must ping-pong to an adjacent track, set your recording levels carefully. Set the
tape speed to 9.5 cm/sec for the highest quality sound. Do not boost the HIGH
equalizer control too much. You should also use the dbx™ noise reduction system to
avoid feedback and control noise levels.
• Unfortunately, sound quality will deteriorate rapidly if you overuse the ping-pong
recording technique. You should try to plan out your multitrack recording to minimize
the amount of bouncing that you need to perform. Remember, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely
Hearts Club Band by the Beatles, was recorded on a four-track system!
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