Recording Your Band Practice - Roland CD-2e Manual Book

Recording your band practice

The key is to restrain the
volume of your PA and amps
When recording your band in a rehearsal studio, the
mic input level (p. 6) is crucial. However, if your PA
and amps are too loud, lowering the input level may
not be enough to avoid distortion. This is because
the sound level has already exceeded the capacity
of the mics when it enters the mics. Keep the mics
at a distance and lower the volume of your PA and
amps.
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The CD-2e lets you record simultaneously from the
mic input and LINE input. This is a convenient way
to record yourself singing while you perform on an
electronic musical instrument. Use the [MIC SELECT]
switch to choose either the internal mics or external
mics, and connect the output of your electronic
musical instrument to the [LINE IN] jacks. Use the
[MIC] knob to adjust the mic volume, use the [LINE]
knob to adjust the volume of the electronic musical
instrument, and then start recording.
Adjust the direction
of the amps
If the sound is still distorted
even though you've lowered
the amp volume, change the
angle of your amps so that
the direct sound does not
reach the mics.
Use a mic to sing along with
your electronic instrument
Keep your amp
volume down
Lower the output of your
amps so that each person can
be heard. Adjust your volume
balance based on the acoustic
sound of the drums.
One-Point Advice
Change the playback speed
for easy learning by ear
faster or slower than normal. This is a
great way to practice rapid phrases or
to learn complex passages by ear.