Getting To Know The Ps-04; Configuration; Recorder Section; Effects Section - Zoom Palmtop Studio PS-04 Operation Manual

Getting to Know the PS-04

PS-04 configuration
The PS-04 can be thought of as having four main sections, namely recorder, effects, mixer, and rhythm.
These are explained below.

■ Recorder section

The recorder in the PS-04 has 4 separate audio tracks (a
track is a separate portion for recording audio data). Up to 2
tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 4 tracks
can be played back simultaneously. The tracks are
numbered 1 – 4, and each of these tracks has 10 virtual
tracks (so-called V-takes). When performing recording or
playback, you can select one of these V-takes. For
example, you could record a difficult guitar solo onto
multiple V-takes, and then compare them later to select the
best take.

■ Effects section

The PS-04 has two types of effects: insert effects and send/return effects. The insert effect, as its name
implies, can be inserted at a selected point in the signal path. It consists of a number of single effects
connected in series, such as compressor, amp simulator, chorus, etc. It can be used for effect processing
of the input signal during recording or for the stereo mix during mixdown.
The send/return effect is routed through the built-in mixer and applies to all tracks. Reverb, delay, or
chorus can be selected for this effect. The intensity of the send/return effect for each track can be
adjusted with the send level parameter (the higher the value, the stronger the effect).

■ Rhythm section

The PS-04 has an integrated rhythm machine
that always operates in sync with the recorder.
Drum sounds and bass sounds from a PCM
source are used to form accompaniment
patterns. The PS-04 has over 500 patterns built
in, and 346 patterns are already
preprogrammed. Of course, you can also edit
existing patterns or create your own patterns
from scratch.
By lining up the patterns in the desired order
and specifying parameters such as chord
progression, tempo, and beat, you can create
the rhythm accompaniment for an entire song.
6
Tracks
V-takes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Currently selected V-takes
Recorder
Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Track 4
Rhythm section
Rhythm Rhythm
1 2 3 4
Rhythm
To mixer
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