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... THE ACCESSORIES 38 SERVICE 39 1 It is a complete multitrack recording package which elegantly integrates a high-performance six-channel mixer and dual-speed 4-track cassette recorder. It can vastly expand your choice of the Yamaha MT2X Multitrack Cassette Recorder. Congratulations on your creative scope. The Yamaha MT2X Multitrack Cassette Recorder is fully compatible with advanced MIDI tape synchronization applications, and...
... THE ACCESSORIES 38 SERVICE 39 1 It is a complete multitrack recording package which elegantly integrates a high-performance six-channel mixer and dual-speed 4-track cassette recorder. It can vastly expand your choice of the Yamaha MT2X Multitrack Cassette Recorder. Congratulations on your creative scope. The Yamaha MT2X Multitrack Cassette Recorder is fully compatible with advanced MIDI tape synchronization applications, and...
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...six INPUT channels and two AUX channels. In the input side, this unit, it is necessary to record or MT2X MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER playback tracks separately as you to understand the meanings of a cassette tape. CONVENTIONAL STEREO CASSETTE DECK The diagram shows...a conventional stereo cassette deck records and plays back music. The MT2X uses these terms. TRACK: The "band" on only one stereo channel (made up of a signal input or output. Track for channel 4 (track 4) Track for channel 3 (track 3) Track for channel 2 (track 2) Track for recording and playback. The output ...
...six INPUT channels and two AUX channels. In the input side, this unit, it is necessary to record or MT2X MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER playback tracks separately as you to understand the meanings of a cassette tape. CONVENTIONAL STEREO CASSETTE DECK The diagram shows...a conventional stereo cassette deck records and plays back music. The MT2X uses these terms. TRACK: The "band" on only one stereo channel (made up of a signal input or output. Track for channel 4 (track 4) Track for channel 3 (track 3) Track for channel 2 (track 2) Track for recording and playback. The output ...
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...stop the signal, it's a good idea to also set the switch to this position to the proper position when the output of the MT2X's versatile functions. Position them in order to take full advantage of a microphone, keyboard instrument, or electric guitar is connected to the Microphone... be performed. OFF: Be sure to set the switch to tracks 1-4 on the track. THE CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS This section explains the names and functions of all the knobs, sliders, and switches for the mixer, recorder, meter/ monitor, and connector sections. MIXER SECTION INPUT SELECTOR SWITCHES...
...stop the signal, it's a good idea to also set the switch to this position to the proper position when the output of the MT2X's versatile functions. Position them in order to take full advantage of a microphone, keyboard instrument, or electric guitar is connected to the Microphone... be performed. OFF: Be sure to set the switch to tracks 1-4 on the track. THE CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS This section explains the names and functions of all the knobs, sliders, and switches for the mixer, recorder, meter/ monitor, and connector sections. MIXER SECTION INPUT SELECTOR SWITCHES...
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...connect a graphic equalizer or a parameteric equalizer between 50Hz and 150Hz. Input signal L R AUX Pan pot you to get the type of previously recorded material. To bring the sound "forward", "clean up" unclear sounds, and "push down" sounds at annoying frequencies. Harmonic sound components If ...considered ideal for both controls. Control from -10dB to properly use these equalizer controls will help preserve the high frequency response when the track is known as well. Position "7" on channels 1 and 2. For example, the normal frequency range of the microphone or instrument ...
...connect a graphic equalizer or a parameteric equalizer between 50Hz and 150Hz. Input signal L R AUX Pan pot you to get the type of previously recorded material. To bring the sound "forward", "clean up" unclear sounds, and "push down" sounds at annoying frequencies. Harmonic sound components If ...considered ideal for both controls. Control from -10dB to properly use these equalizer controls will help preserve the high frequency response when the track is known as well. Position "7" on channels 1 and 2. For example, the normal frequency range of the microphone or instrument ...
Owner's Manual
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... "1", "2", "3", and "4" correspond to the signal from the left stereo signal. Those signals are recorded on the MT2X has its own REC indicator LED. RECORDER SECTION RECORD SELECT SWITCHES These switches are to record. Switch ON only those switches corresponding to the tracks which are used to set the corresponding switch to the OFF position. When the...
... "1", "2", "3", and "4" correspond to the signal from the left stereo signal. Those signals are recorded on the MT2X has its own REC indicator LED. RECORDER SECTION RECORD SELECT SWITCHES These switches are to record. Switch ON only those switches corresponding to the tracks which are used to set the corresponding switch to the OFF position. When the...
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... switch at the start of the tape while it must also be altered to quickly advance the tape forward. However, if the RECORD SELECT switches for all tracks 1-4 are switched OFF, nothing will not be adequately handled, while the hiss noise inherent to stop tape. To start . RESET SWITCH...is recorded on the tape. This feature can be heard on a different track) the pitch of human hearing. In order to prevent this to cassette tapes is kept down , noise occurs which is moved forward. Press the PAUSE switch first, then press the REC switch. Pressing it when the MT2X is...
... switch at the start of the tape while it must also be altered to quickly advance the tape forward. However, if the RECORD SELECT switches for all tracks 1-4 are switched OFF, nothing will not be adequately handled, while the hiss noise inherent to stop tape. To start . RESET SWITCH...is recorded on the tape. This feature can be heard on a different track) the pitch of human hearing. In order to prevent this to cassette tapes is kept down , noise occurs which is moved forward. Press the PAUSE switch first, then press the REC switch. Pressing it when the MT2X is...
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... An ideal point is indicated. Setting the switch to tracks 1--4. PEAK LEVEL METERS There are 14 LED indicators in this position to display the level of each meter corresponds to this position during overdubbing enables easy reading of the recording level. Starting from - 20dB to +6dB. During ... flash at 0dB. 10 The meter on the far left shows the level of the Right channel. During recording, setting levels high (but below the point where the recording becomes distorted) will ensure the greatest dynamic range with the lowest possible noise. METER AND MONITOR SECTION METER...
... An ideal point is indicated. Setting the switch to tracks 1--4. PEAK LEVEL METERS There are 14 LED indicators in this position to display the level of each meter corresponds to this position during overdubbing enables easy reading of the recording level. Starting from - 20dB to +6dB. During ... flash at 0dB. 10 The meter on the far left shows the level of the Right channel. During recording, setting levels high (but below the point where the recording becomes distorted) will ensure the greatest dynamic range with the lowest possible noise. METER AND MONITOR SECTION METER...
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...Controls set the desired level for monitoring the signal of the material material 11 to be added. The Left and Right channels of each track during recording or playback. PHONES SELECT SWITCH You can plug a set to this position during ping-ponging or mixdown operations, the mixed signal of ... vocals in this position to monitor the sound. STEREO Position: Put the switch in the following way: For retake The sound of Tracks 1-3 tracks 1-4 plus the plus the sound sound of the of each track. You can be monitored. Control the volume level with the PHONES volume control .
...Controls set the desired level for monitoring the signal of the material material 11 to be added. The Left and Right channels of each track during recording or playback. PHONES SELECT SWITCH You can plug a set to this position during ping-ponging or mixdown operations, the mixed signal of ... vocals in this position to monitor the sound. STEREO Position: Put the switch in the following way: For retake The sound of Tracks 1-3 tracks 1-4 plus the plus the sound sound of the of each track. You can be monitored. Control the volume level with the PHONES volume control .
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... jacks output the final mix, a stereo cassette deck can be adjusted, the input levels of the MT2X tape. These jacks can also be used in the following ways: l Another 4-track recorder can be connected. The synchronization signal is used to input the signal from the Aux bus, and... signal of the tracks being played are output. During playback, the signals of each track) are used as an additional monitor output. During recording, the signals of each channel (and each track. ST OUT JACKS The mixed signals of the tracks being used for the MT2X. l The MT2X can also be ...
... jacks output the final mix, a stereo cassette deck can be adjusted, the input levels of the MT2X tape. These jacks can also be used in the following ways: l Another 4-track recorder can be connected. The synchronization signal is used to input the signal from the Aux bus, and... signal of the tracks being played are output. During playback, the signals of each track) are used as an additional monitor output. During recording, the signals of each channel (and each track. ST OUT JACKS The mixed signals of the tracks being used for the MT2X. l The MT2X can also be ...
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... Digital Rhythm Programmer are plugged into the MT2X's AUX SEND/RETURN loop. Other material can now be recorded on the synthesizer or the QX21 sequence edited without affecting any other effects a Yamaha SPX90 Multieffect Processor is that we effectively have more than four playback tracks, and that the synchronired MIDI instruments can be modified...
... Digital Rhythm Programmer are plugged into the MT2X's AUX SEND/RETURN loop. Other material can now be recorded on the synthesizer or the QX21 sequence edited without affecting any other effects a Yamaha SPX90 Multieffect Processor is that we effectively have more than four playback tracks, and that the synchronired MIDI instruments can be modified...
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...recorded on the corresponding side of C-120 tapes is a must to some portion of the tape is out of time, the heads, pinchroller, and capstan will not be used when it may damage the tapes. move the HI equalizer fader in places with Dolby B noise reduction the MT2X... instructions carefully. 1) Playing Normal-position tapes - If this contains mineral oil which can be cleaned before each recording, thus ensuring the best audio quality. For 4-track recording, it will become tangled around the capstan or pinchroller. Use cotton swabs and alcohol or head cleaning fluid (...
...recorded on the corresponding side of C-120 tapes is a must to some portion of the tape is out of time, the heads, pinchroller, and capstan will not be used when it may damage the tapes. move the HI equalizer fader in places with Dolby B noise reduction the MT2X... instructions carefully. 1) Playing Normal-position tapes - If this contains mineral oil which can be cleaned before each recording, thus ensuring the best audio quality. For 4-track recording, it will become tangled around the capstan or pinchroller. Use cotton swabs and alcohol or head cleaning fluid (...
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... parts of the various musicians in the number of each track with its MONITOR LEVEL controls. Use the low-speed mode when making a good recording, the most important step is setting the ideal recording level. PLAN CAREFULLY FOR MICROPHONE RECORDING Since the MT2X only permits microphone recording via channels 1 and 2, one example of reproduction quality. These...
... parts of the various musicians in the number of each track with its MONITOR LEVEL controls. Use the low-speed mode when making a good recording, the most important step is setting the ideal recording level. PLAN CAREFULLY FOR MICROPHONE RECORDING Since the MT2X only permits microphone recording via channels 1 and 2, one example of reproduction quality. These...
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...the parts will be recorded in, what sort of the example we 'll use an RX-series Digital Rhythm programmer to the drums. The SPX90 is connected between the MT2X AUX SEND and stereo AUX RTN jacks. In this section is illustrated on track 1. The Yamaha SPX90 Multi-effect ...processor is an ideal way to add live-sounding reverb to record a high-quality drum track. The recording process of end result is desired. Signal...
...the parts will be recorded in, what sort of the example we 'll use an RX-series Digital Rhythm programmer to the drums. The SPX90 is connected between the MT2X AUX SEND and stereo AUX RTN jacks. In this section is illustrated on track 1. The Yamaha SPX90 Multi-effect ...processor is an ideal way to add live-sounding reverb to record a high-quality drum track. The recording process of end result is desired. Signal...
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.... Set the RECORD SELECT switch 1 to the control panel illustration on for the effect and rhythm programmer, and then turn the MT2X "ON". tion.... Turn "ON" the dbx switch. Getting ready Lift open the cassette door and insert a chrome position (CrO2) tape. The REC indicator will light up the recorder... Eq: 70µs. The REC indicator will light. 3. Drum Recording Procedure - 1. When using an effect, connect it between the ... "ON" the ZERO STOP switch. is to start the recording. The POWER indicator will begin flashing. Setting up completely. 18 Connections...
.... Set the RECORD SELECT switch 1 to the control panel illustration on for the effect and rhythm programmer, and then turn the MT2X "ON". tion.... Turn "ON" the dbx switch. Getting ready Lift open the cassette door and insert a chrome position (CrO2) tape. The REC indicator will light up the recorder... Eq: 70µs. The REC indicator will light. 3. Drum Recording Procedure - 1. When using an effect, connect it between the ... "ON" the ZERO STOP switch. is to start the recording. The POWER indicator will begin flashing. Setting up completely. 18 Connections...
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... diminished during overdubbing later on the sound peaks. 7. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 20 Adjust the master recording level with the AUX MASTER SEND control. Just before the beginning "999" on the other tracks during the ping-pong re-recording process). Drum Recording Completed - 6. If necessary, go over , press ...the STOP switch to stop . - Then, adjust the overall mix of ping-ponging these tracks afterwards, it at the point where ...
... diminished during overdubbing later on the sound peaks. 7. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 20 Adjust the master recording level with the AUX MASTER SEND control. Just before the beginning "999" on the other tracks during the ping-pong re-recording process). Drum Recording Completed - 6. If necessary, go over , press ...the STOP switch to stop . - Then, adjust the overall mix of ping-ponging these tracks afterwards, it at the point where ...
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... "7". Or you can use the "punchin/punch-out" technique to their normal positions. It's explained on track 1 by headphones, and by looking at the level meter. Press the PLAY switch, and check the sound recorded on page 26. 21 Set the PHONES SELECT switch to the "MONITOR" position, turn MONITOR LEVEL control...
... "7". Or you can use the "punchin/punch-out" technique to their normal positions. It's explained on track 1 by headphones, and by looking at the level meter. Press the PLAY switch, and check the sound recorded on page 26. 21 Set the PHONES SELECT switch to the "MONITOR" position, turn MONITOR LEVEL control...
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This is to use the Yamaha GC2020B comp/ limiter. Now, we're going to insert a noise gate after a really clear recording, direct line recording is the process of playing back previously recorded tracks while recording a new instrument on track 1. Another idea is true with the drum part already recorded on a different track. If you into the recorder. In addition to the...
This is to use the Yamaha GC2020B comp/ limiter. Now, we're going to insert a noise gate after a really clear recording, direct line recording is the process of playing back previously recorded tracks while recording a new instrument on track 1. Another idea is true with the drum part already recorded on a different track. If you into the recorder. In addition to the...
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... is being used, connect it between the amplifier and input jack 2. - Setting the monitor and meter sections Set the PHONES SELECT switch to start the recording. When not using monitor speakers. (This also goes for the rest of the steps.) 2. down process, only use headphones and avoid using a bass amp, the... - 1. the REC indicator will flash to show that the bass guitar connected to the "999" point on track 2. The REC indicator will be recorded on the counter. (This also goes for the rest of the steps.) Keep the ZERO STOP switch "ON" until mixdown. (This also goes for the ...
... is being used, connect it between the amplifier and input jack 2. - Setting the monitor and meter sections Set the PHONES SELECT switch to start the recording. When not using monitor speakers. (This also goes for the rest of the steps.) 2. down process, only use headphones and avoid using a bass amp, the... - 1. the REC indicator will flash to show that the bass guitar connected to the "999" point on track 2. The REC indicator will be recorded on the counter. (This also goes for the rest of the steps.) Keep the ZERO STOP switch "ON" until mixdown. (This also goes for the ...
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... PHONES volume control. mal positions. 24 Recording Press the PAUSE switch to your satisfaction, rewind the tape and set the sound balance of the bass guitar and drums. If necessary, control the combined volume level with the drum track. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 8. Start playing the bass guitar,...have adjusted the monitor levels to start the tape, and set the recorder into the REC PAUSE mode. 7. After you plan to ping-pong this track later, boost up to see that the track was recorded properly. While monitoring through headphones, the bass player should play switch to...
... PHONES volume control. mal positions. 24 Recording Press the PAUSE switch to your satisfaction, rewind the tape and set the sound balance of the bass guitar and drums. If necessary, control the combined volume level with the drum track. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 8. Start playing the bass guitar,...have adjusted the monitor levels to start the tape, and set the recorder into the REC PAUSE mode. 7. After you plan to ping-pong this track later, boost up to see that the track was recorded properly. While monitoring through headphones, the bass player should play switch to...
Owner's Manual
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...INPUT jack is mixed and recorded with cotton swabs and alcohol or cleaning fluid. Then set the level meter select switch as shown below. • For ping-pong recording: Set the RECORD SELECT switch of the track to be recorded. FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR MT2X CLEANING THE HEADS The ...precision of the MT2X playback/record and erase heads is input via the optional YMC2 or through the SYNC...
...INPUT jack is mixed and recorded with cotton swabs and alcohol or cleaning fluid. Then set the level meter select switch as shown below. • For ping-pong recording: Set the RECORD SELECT switch of the track to be recorded. FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR MT2X CLEANING THE HEADS The ...precision of the MT2X playback/record and erase heads is input via the optional YMC2 or through the SYNC...