Tascam DP-01FX/CD, D00871320A Working in bars & beats, Tempo setting, Selecting the time mode

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Working in bars & beats

Working in bars & beats

Besides working in minutes and seconds (as explained in detail in “Direct location” on page 28), the DP-01 can work in musical bars and beats. This is especially useful when working with external MIDI devices (see “Working with MIDI” on page 38).

“Bars” are also

sometimes ref-

erred to as “measures”.

Tempo setting

For the bars/beats function to be useful, you must set up a tempo and time signature. These allow the DP-01 to calculate where the bar and beat divisions fall, based on the tempo of your song.

1With playback stopped, press MENU and select the MIDI menu.

2Select the TEMPO/T.SIG (tempo and time signature) action and press the key:

3There are two parameters here, the tempo and the time signature. Use the cursor and jog wheel to set these.

The tempo is measured in beats per minute (bpm) and can be set from 20 to 250.

The time signature can be set with the number of beats to the bar (1 through 12) and the number of beats per whole note (1, 2, 4, or 8).

Most rock and pop music is in 4/4 (with a few famous exceptions). Some

country and folk songs, as well as waltzes, are in 3/4.

Advanced techniques

Selecting the time mode

Once the time signature and tempo are set, the DP-01 can map the bar and beat divisions to the time.

To display bars and beats: On the “home” screen, move the cursor to the ABS field:

Turn the jog wheel clockwise. ABS changes to BAR and the current posi- tion in bars and beats is shown, with the tempo shown on the right of the screen:

With the cursor at BAR, turn the jog wheel counterclockwise to return to the time-based display.

Location is performed in the same way as described in “Location” on page 28, except that there are only two fields now, bars and beats.

Track editing is also performed in the same way as described in “About track editing” on page 50, but because the editing points are now set to a bars and beats-based position, the editing can be more “musical”.

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Contents DP-01FX DP-01FX/CD Important Safety Precautions Important Safety Instructions Safety Information Contents Using the USB connection DP-01FX AppendixDP-01FX/CD Appendix Commonly-used functionsPower connections to the DP-01 Table of FiguresStarting out with your DP-01 Getting startedThis manual About the power adaptor Getting startedCopyright DP-01 Line-upStartup & shutdown Starting up the DP-01Access light How to play back demo songsYou can now use the rear panel switch to turn off the DP-01 Startup & shutdownStarting out with your DP-01 Navigation NavigationShift key TitlingConnecting your DP-01 to other equipment Connecting your DP-01 to other equipmentConnecting your DP-01 to other equipment Input Mode switch Rear panel connectionsSignals sent from this are the same as those sent from Managing your songs Managing your songsCreating a new song Storing songsLoading a saved song Erasing a songErasing many songs at one time Song informationAdditional song operations Assigning inputs Assigning inputs to tracksRecording RecordingMore advanced features Using marks to locate positionsPunch recording BouncingMixdown and mastering Mixdown and masteringMastering Advanced techniques LocationDirect location Location marksOUT marks Use the jog wheel to select a mark and pressUsing the meters Using the metersEQ settings Press Cursor keyPunching PunchingRehearsal Pre-roll and post-roll times Bouncing BouncingSetting the repeat interval RepeatTempo setting Selecting the time modeWorking in bars & beats Working in bars & beatsWhen INT is selected at Output internal metronome MetronomeWorking with Midi Midi Clock, etcPress Menu and scroll down to Midi and press the key Midi timecode Disk management Disk managementSelecting the active partition Formatting a diskFormatting a partition Reform Formatting the FAT partitionAutomatic song creation Advanced song management Advanced song managementCopying songs Deleting unused dataProtecting a song Using the USB connection Using the USB connectionDisconnecting from Windows ME / 2000 / XP systems With System requirementsCurrent song is shown with the ← symbol beside it Open and CloseBacking up and restoring songs Backing upRestoring a song Once the song archive is on the PC, you can close the DP-01Importing and exporting tracks Importing a trackExporting tracks When all tracks for export have been selected, press Enter AudioFor export Up a titling screenDefault file name for you to edit Exporting the mastered stereo tracksUsing edit mode About track editingAbout track editing IN, OUT and toTrack editing functions You can change the following valuesMove Paste Open There is only one value that you can changeThere are two values that you can change Press the Undo key briefly, to undo the last undoable actionAbout track editing Troubleshooting TroubleshootingMessages Files to the FAT partition for importYou can’t clone a track to itself. Clone Track on Specifications Analog specifications INPUTs a and BDigital specifications Audio performanceSpecifications Physical characteristicsDimensional drawings Block diagram DP-01 Stereo MIX L Stereo MIX RTuning a guitar Phantom powerDP-01FX Appendix Balanced XLR inputsNoise reduction Multi-effect Multi-effectSetting the effect volume Available multi-effect settingsElectric guitar settings Egtr Acoustic guitar settings Agtr Vocal settings Vocal EffectReverb ReverbDP-01FX/CD Appendix About CD-R and CD-RW discsHandling of compact discs Media Compatibility Table Media Compatibility TableAudio CD Menu Opening/Closing CDsPlaying back audio CDs Audio CD Menu Making an audio CDWriting by Disk At Once Move the arrow using Audio CD MenuWriting by Track at Once Finalizing CDs Erasing Audio CDsPress the Enter key to erase the CD-RW Data CD Menu Data CD MenuImporting from a CD Names of any WAV format files on the CD are displayedExporting to CDs Keys, and press the Insert keyTitling on Available space on the Data CD and the total file sizeBacking up songs to a CD Or the Data dial. Titling onRestoring songs from a CD If you insert a written CD-RW instead of a blank CDErasing data CDs CD-related Error Messages An error occurred in the Backup execution processMessages MessagesMessages No Disk Insert a CD has not been inserted. Insert a blank CD Commonly-used functions How do I..?How do I..? Jump to a location markTimecode or Midi clock Trim the in and OUT and to points DP-01FX DP-01FX/CD

D00871320A, DP-01FX/CD specifications

The Tascam DP-01FX/CD is a versatile and user-friendly digital portastudio that perfectly balances professional quality with straightforward operation, making it an exceptional choice for both novice and seasoned musicians. Designed for multitrack recording, this device integrates a wide range of features, enabling users to create high-quality audio projects with ease.

At the heart of the DP-01FX/CD is its capacity to record up to eight tracks simultaneously, with a total of 16 tracks available for mixing. This capability allows for a rich layering of sounds, making it suitable for recording full bands, solo artists, or intricate soundscapes. The onboard effects processor offers 50 different effects types, including reverbs, delays, and modulation effects, giving users a broad palette for sound design and enhancement.

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The user-friendly interface is designed for straightforward navigation, featuring a backlit LCD screen and intuitive controls. This makes it easy for users to adjust levels, apply effects, and manage tracks without getting lost in complicated menus. Moreover, the built-in metronome and tuner further enhance the recording experience, providing musicians with the tools needed to stay in time and in pitch.

In conclusion, the Tascam DP-01FX/CD is an all-in-one solution for musicians and audio producers seeking a blend of functionality and ease of use. Its robust features, professional-grade sound quality, and convenient CD-burning capability make it an excellent choice for those looking to create high-fidelity audio recordings in a simple, efficient manner.
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