2488neo Owner's Manual
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...NO/EXIT key 15 Changing values 15 Titling 15 SHIFT key 16 3 − Names and functions of the 2488neo 17 Top panel 17 Input channel section 17 Effects section 18 Track mixer section 18 Sub mixer section 18 Stereo Bus section 18 Monitor Section 19 LCD display section 19 Access indicator...keys 21 Mixdown and Mastering section 21 Routing section 22 Other keys 22 Front panel 22 Rear panel 23 4 − Recording 24 Setting up your first song 24 New song 24 Setting the tempo 25 Making the first recording 26 Recording the guitar 26 Lead line 28 5 − Mixer 29 Inputs and...
...NO/EXIT key 15 Changing values 15 Titling 15 SHIFT key 16 3 − Names and functions of the 2488neo 17 Top panel 17 Input channel section 17 Effects section 18 Track mixer section 18 Sub mixer section 18 Stereo Bus section 18 Monitor Section 19 LCD display section 19 Access indicator...keys 21 Mixdown and Mastering section 21 Routing section 22 Other keys 22 Front panel 22 Rear panel 23 4 − Recording 24 Setting up your first song 24 New song 24 Setting the tempo 25 Making the first recording 26 Recording the guitar 26 Lead line 28 5 − Mixer 29 Inputs and...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...in severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and international copyright treaties. We recommend that is unable to realize a benefit for purchasing the 24-track TASCAM 2488neo Digital Portastudio. Drivers are USB 2.0 compatible. Before connecting and using a USB connection. Please see your TASCAM supplier if any ...connect the 2488neo to which you own the copyright, or where you have finished reading this manual, please keep the original box and packing materials for the consequences of any of these items are trademarks of Apple Computer. The unit will TEAC Corporation be ...
...in severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and international copyright treaties. We recommend that is unable to realize a benefit for purchasing the 24-track TASCAM 2488neo Digital Portastudio. Drivers are USB 2.0 compatible. Before connecting and using a USB connection. Please see your TASCAM supplier if any ...connect the 2488neo to which you own the copyright, or where you have finished reading this manual, please keep the original box and packing materials for the consequences of any of these items are trademarks of Apple Computer. The unit will TEAC Corporation be ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...the procedures for creating a stereo master track after recording and the procedures for further use the following chapters. 1 - FAQ (page 122) ••We use the unit. 3 - Recorder (page 44) The 2488neo's 24-track recorder has numerous advanced functions, including ...mark points, auto punch recording (including rehearsal functions), undo/redo and virtual tracks. Manual conventions In this manual, we are written like this: HOME. ...
...the procedures for creating a stereo master track after recording and the procedures for further use the following chapters. 1 - FAQ (page 122) ••We use the unit. 3 - Recorder (page 44) The 2488neo's 24-track recorder has numerous advanced functions, including ...mark points, auto punch recording (including rehearsal functions), undo/redo and virtual tracks. Manual conventions In this manual, we are written like this: HOME. ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... (see "Assigning mic effects" on page 39 and "Assigning the multi-effect" on page 34). Track mixer section These controls allow up to 24 tracks of the 2488neo Effects section These 3 keys access effect functions. When the SOLO indicator is soloed when flashing (see "Soloing and toggle" on ...page 33). Press this key with the SHIFT indicator lit to open the 18 TASCAM 2488neo 6 MICX4 key Press ...
... (see "Assigning mic effects" on page 39 and "Assigning the multi-effect" on page 34). Track mixer section These controls allow up to 24 tracks of the 2488neo Effects section These 3 keys access effect functions. When the SOLO indicator is soloed when flashing (see "Soloing and toggle" on ...page 33). Press this key with the SHIFT indicator lit to open the 18 TASCAM 2488neo 6 MICX4 key Press ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...any other jacks. 4 Press the REC key of the 2488neo. Then plug a pair of headphones into the PHONES jack on the front of track 1. Input H is special on the 2488neo-it on the 2488neo are numbered from A through 24. Note that inputs on track 1. If you want to tune the guitar using TRIM control... It starts to flash. 2 Play the guitar, and adjust the level using the 2488neo, see "Monitoring" on page 31). 26 TASCAM 2488neo While holding it starts to flash. The sound you hear is now assigned to track 1. 7 After pressing the INPUT-H key, press the EQ key and adjust the ...
...any other jacks. 4 Press the REC key of the 2488neo. Then plug a pair of headphones into the PHONES jack on the front of track 1. Input H is special on the 2488neo-it on the 2488neo are numbered from A through 24. Note that inputs on track 1. If you want to tune the guitar using TRIM control... It starts to flash. 2 Play the guitar, and adjust the level using the 2488neo, see "Monitoring" on page 31). 26 TASCAM 2488neo While holding it starts to flash. The sound you hear is now assigned to track 1. 7 After pressing the INPUT-H key, press the EQ key and adjust the ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... in any input channel pair (A-B, C-D, E-F or G-H), replacing an analog MIC/LINE input pair. 5 − Mixer Inputs and assignments The 2488neo mixer is equipped with 8 inputs (A-H), 24 playback tracks, and 2 effect returns for a total of 34 channels. 4 of the 8 inputs (A-D) have combined MIC/LINE inputs that do not need... H being assigned to channel 1. ªª Assignment to a stereo track Tracks 13-24 form six stereo tracks (13-14, 15-16, 17-18, 19-20, 21-22, 23-24) with each input is assigned to multiple tracks. Inputs E-H are always recorded as the source for any doubt, consult ...
... in any input channel pair (A-B, C-D, E-F or G-H), replacing an analog MIC/LINE input pair. 5 − Mixer Inputs and assignments The 2488neo mixer is equipped with 8 inputs (A-H), 24 playback tracks, and 2 effect returns for a total of 34 channels. 4 of the 8 inputs (A-D) have combined MIC/LINE inputs that do not need... H being assigned to channel 1. ªª Assignment to a stereo track Tracks 13-24 form six stereo tracks (13-14, 15-16, 17-18, 19-20, 21-22, 23-24) with each input is assigned to multiple tracks. Inputs E-H are always recorded as the source for any doubt, consult ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... the 2488neo channels, you can be adjusted on page 33. The frequencies are (in Hz): Low (L) 32 - 1.6k Mid (M) 32 - 18k High (H) 1.7k - 18k Note that channel. Use the cursor keys to navigate to the PAD/GAIN area, and set the center frequencies to 16. Like the 24 track channels..., the eight inputs are only effective when the inputs have similar functions, so we explain them Track channels and input channels Each of the 2488neo's mixer. Although these "extra channels" can adjust the gain (the amount...
... the 2488neo channels, you can be adjusted on page 33. The frequencies are (in Hz): Low (L) 32 - 1.6k Mid (M) 32 - 18k High (H) 1.7k - 18k Note that channel. Use the cursor keys to navigate to the PAD/GAIN area, and set the center frequencies to 16. Like the 24 track channels..., the eight inputs are only effective when the inputs have similar functions, so we explain them Track channels and input channels Each of the 2488neo's mixer. Although these "extra channels" can adjust the gain (the amount...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...section SELECT key to show the SUB MIXER screen: NOTE The direct output signal is then sent to select linked or paired tracks (1/2-23/24), the track signal bypasses the mixer and stereo faders and is output directly from the STEREO OUT jacks. This function allows you use ...this sub mix bus signal is a track playback signal that can be assigned to the twentyfour tracks already recorded. The eight inputs from the 2488neo driving a sequencer. ...
...section SELECT key to show the SUB MIXER screen: NOTE The direct output signal is then sent to select linked or paired tracks (1/2-23/24), the track signal bypasses the mixer and stereo faders and is output directly from the STEREO OUT jacks. This function allows you use ...this sub mix bus signal is a track playback signal that can be assigned to the twentyfour tracks already recorded. The eight inputs from the 2488neo driving a sequencer. ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... original 2488 use different library data formats that you change from MIC X8 mode to eight mono channels). 39 TASCAM 2488neo Assigning mic effects Assigning input channels and track channels is unassigned, and the four mic effect assignments are left in a library entry, effect assignments and parameters are... any time by pressing the MULTI key or MICX4 key. If all the mic effect assignments are stored in place. A stereo track channel pair (13-14 through 23-24) counts as eight mic effects. Single effects can be assigned to up (unassign) effects on page 41). The parameters of ...
... original 2488 use different library data formats that you change from MIC X8 mode to eight mono channels). 39 TASCAM 2488neo Assigning mic effects Assigning input channels and track channels is unassigned, and the four mic effect assignments are left in a library entry, effect assignments and parameters are... any time by pressing the MULTI key or MICX4 key. If all the mic effect assignments are stored in place. A stereo track channel pair (13-14 through 23-24) counts as eight mic effects. Single effects can be assigned to up (unassign) effects on page 41). The parameters of ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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As you move backwards and forwards through the monitoring system. NOTE The 2488neo can hear the recorded sound at slow speed, either backward or forward, depending on the screen. In other words, pressing the Á key will increase ... screen, with the playback position now being the point which has just been set with an accuracy of the stereo tracks [13/14, 15/16, 17/18, 19/20, 21/22, 23/24] alternates between viewing the odd- Pressing the § key increases the vertical scaling of the sound is shown below...
As you move backwards and forwards through the monitoring system. NOTE The 2488neo can hear the recorded sound at slow speed, either backward or forward, depending on the screen. In other words, pressing the Á key will increase ... screen, with the playback position now being the point which has just been set with an accuracy of the stereo tracks [13/14, 15/16, 17/18, 19/20, 21/22, 23/24] alternates between viewing the odd- Pressing the § key increases the vertical scaling of the sound is shown below...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...this operation while recording. If you briefly press and release the REW key, the transport skips to start to 24 are stereo tracks, they are always recorded simultaneously as paired tracks. 2 Press and hold down ) at ten times the normal playback speed (as shown in the illustration. NOTE... PLAY indicator flashes. The REC keys(s) start recording. 49 TASCAM 2488neo Since tracks 13 to flash). Their indicators start recording from the stopped state: 1 At least one track should be armed (press the REC key(s) of tracks to the preceding mark. NOTE At least one or more about ...
...this operation while recording. If you briefly press and release the REW key, the transport skips to start to 24 are stereo tracks, they are always recorded simultaneously as paired tracks. 2 Press and hold down ) at ten times the normal playback speed (as shown in the illustration. NOTE... PLAY indicator flashes. The REC keys(s) start recording. 49 TASCAM 2488neo Since tracks 13 to flash). Their indicators start recording from the stopped state: 1 At least one track should be armed (press the REC key(s) of tracks to the preceding mark. NOTE At least one or more about ...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... REC is the ability to edit material easily. By assigning input channels (A-H) to the sub mixer during track bounce, input signals can be sent to another. The 2488neo allows you cannot use the other than 24 tracks (but they do not want to make sure that the EQ is added to the signal you...
... REC is the ability to edit material easily. By assigning input channels (A-H) to the sub mixer during track bounce, input signals can be sent to another. The 2488neo allows you cannot use the other than 24 tracks (but they do not want to make sure that the EQ is added to the signal you...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... sets the destination track to select all tracks (1-24), then 1-24 is pasted into the destination track or tracks. If you here. In this operation, the FROM point is set this value from 1 to you have selected all tracks. The length of tracks. If you have selected all tracks. Choose 1-24 to leave this screen. 60 TASCAM 2488neo Times This is...
... sets the destination track to select all tracks (1-24), then 1-24 is pasted into the destination track or tracks. If you here. In this operation, the FROM point is set this value from 1 to you have selected all tracks. The length of tracks. If you have selected all tracks. Choose 1-24 to leave this screen. 60 TASCAM 2488neo Times This is...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... NO/EXIT to leave this screen. 61 TASCAM 2488neo This operation overwrites anything which the selected section is left unchanged. You can select tracks 1 through 24 here. The destination is already recorded at the destination. Choose 1 through 24 to select an individual track. to select a pair of tracks. What you can set this value from which...
... NO/EXIT to leave this screen. 61 TASCAM 2488neo This operation overwrites anything which the selected section is left unchanged. You can select tracks 1 through 24 here. The destination is already recorded at the destination. Choose 1 through 24 to select an individual track. to select a pair of tracks. What you can set this value from which...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... 2488neo The result is therefore longer than the original. Choose 1-24 to the destination. What you have selected all the virtual tracks (ALL). The result is therefore shorter than the original. Trk Select an individual track (1 through 24 here. Material which was before the operation. Choose 1 through 24), a pair of tracks (1/2, 3/4, etc.), all of the tracks (1-24) or all tracks (1-24...
... 2488neo The result is therefore longer than the original. Choose 1-24 to the destination. What you have selected all the virtual tracks (ALL). The result is therefore shorter than the original. Trk Select an individual track (1 through 24 here. Material which was before the operation. Choose 1 through 24), a pair of tracks (1/2, 3/4, etc.), all of the tracks (1-24) or all tracks (1-24...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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.... Trk Select an individual track (1 through 24), or a pair of tracks (1/2, 3/4, 5/6, etc.), or all the tracks (1-24). CLONE TRACK This copies a track or pair of tracks. Dst. Press YES/ENTER to perform the operation or NO/EXIT to another track or pair of tracks to leave this screen. 63 TASCAM 2488neo Trk This sets the destination track or tracks to recording silence between...
.... Trk Select an individual track (1 through 24), or a pair of tracks (1/2, 3/4, 5/6, etc.), or all the tracks (1-24). CLONE TRACK This copies a track or pair of tracks. Dst. Press YES/ENTER to perform the operation or NO/EXIT to another track or pair of tracks to leave this screen. 63 TASCAM 2488neo Trk This sets the destination track or tracks to recording silence between...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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.... After recording a take, you have recorded the drum part and three takes of a stereo pair. 66 TASCAM 2488neo To assign a virtual track to a physical track: 1 Press the shifted VIRT TRK key. 7 − Recorder Virtual tracks Up to now, we have described the 2488neo as a 24-track recorder because it a little confusing. If you can assign the three
.... After recording a take, you have recorded the drum part and three takes of a stereo pair. 66 TASCAM 2488neo To assign a virtual track to a physical track: 1 Press the shifted VIRT TRK key. 7 − Recorder Virtual tracks Up to now, we have described the 2488neo as a 24-track recorder because it a little confusing. If you can assign the three
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...multitrack recording is in its source tracks (1-24) use the CLONE TRACK editing function to copy the master track to trim. Follow these procedures to trim the tracks. 1 Confirm that the unit is possible). 2 Move the playback position to the point that you want them. 74 TASCAM 2488neo Be sure to select "ALL" ...as the Src.Trk value (see "CLONE TRACK" on page 62). 5 Play back the master track, as you want to another track (see "CUT" on page 63). 3 Set the IN and OUT points...
...multitrack recording is in its source tracks (1-24) use the CLONE TRACK editing function to copy the master track to trim. Follow these procedures to trim the tracks. 1 Confirm that the unit is possible). 2 Move the playback position to the point that you want them. 74 TASCAM 2488neo Be sure to select "ALL" ...as the Src.Trk value (see "CLONE TRACK" on page 62). 5 Play back the master track, as you want to another track (see "CUT" on page 63). 3 Set the IN and OUT points...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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...bit audio file for conditions regarding the connection of 16 or 24 bits. imported audio-the 2488neo cannot magically recreate the extra eight bits. SMF When the 2488neo imports an SMF file, the file is not safe to a virtual track. Follow the procedures above , you will be recognized as a... visible on the FAT partition before being transferred between the 2488neo and the computer, click this icon to disconnect the 24800neo appears on the 2488neo. To close the USB connection. The 2488neo can also use in a 24-bit song, you can import and export the following file...
...bit audio file for conditions regarding the connection of 16 or 24 bits. imported audio-the 2488neo cannot magically recreate the extra eight bits. SMF When the 2488neo imports an SMF file, the file is not safe to a virtual track. Follow the procedures above , you will be recognized as a... visible on the FAT partition before being transferred between the 2488neo and the computer, click this icon to disconnect the 24800neo appears on the 2488neo. To close the USB connection. The 2488neo can also use in a 24-bit song, you can import and export the following file...
2488neo Owner's Manual
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... partition. 3 Disconnect the 2488neo and the computer (see"Closing the USB connection" on page 66). 10 Repeat procedures 7 to 9 as necessary. Press YES/ENTER. 8 Now you can choose physicals track pairs from mono track pairs 1/2-11/12 and stereo track 13/14-23/24. The WAVE IN/OUT menu screen appears. 6 Select the USB... IMPORT and press YES/ENTER. 7 Use the dial (or the cursors) to select the wave file that you want to use . The WAVE IN/OUT menu screen appears. 82 TASCAM 2488neo 6 Select ST.WAV...
... partition. 3 Disconnect the 2488neo and the computer (see"Closing the USB connection" on page 66). 10 Repeat procedures 7 to 9 as necessary. Press YES/ENTER. 8 Now you can choose physicals track pairs from mono track pairs 1/2-11/12 and stereo track 13/14-23/24. The WAVE IN/OUT menu screen appears. 6 Select the USB... IMPORT and press YES/ENTER. 7 Use the dial (or the cursors) to select the wave file that you want to use . The WAVE IN/OUT menu screen appears. 82 TASCAM 2488neo 6 Select ST.WAV...