Tascam 424MKIII owner manual How to record a mix onto two tracks simultaneously

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ÏSet the PAN control of each channel to the same setting, for example :

In this example, all instruments plugged into channels 1-4 will be recorded onto Track 1 or 3.

ÏLower the MASTER fader to make overall level adjustments once you have each channel's TRIM and fader level set.

ÏMake sure the INPUT switch of every channel you want to record is set to MIC/LINE.

·You can't record channels 7 and 8 onto a single track.

How to record a mix onto two tracks simultaneously

If you want to record multiple sources onto two tracks, you use the channel PAN controls to send them to LEFT or RIGHT (or anywhere in between, if you're making a stereo mix). The track RECORD FUNCTION switches choose what track the Left and Right mixes will be recorded on. Note that in this method, the mixer channel number has nothing to do with what track the instrument winds up on. Any mixer channel can be panned to any track.

These mixer channels are being sent to the

LEFT, for recording on either Track 1 or Track 3.

These mixer channels are being sent to the RIGHT, for recording on either Track 2 or Track 4.

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Contents 424@$ Table Of Contents Safety Instructions Portastudio 424 Mkiii is IntroductionAbout the weld line Three Steps to Multitrack Recording SystemUnderstanding the Mixer Signal Flow in the 424 Mkiii MixerTape Cue Monitor System Rehearsal Multitrack Cassette RecorderTape Speed and Track Format Track Format and Tape RecommendationsTape Type Tape Length Accidental Erase/Record ProtectionPortastudio 424 Mkiii Brief Guide Recorder Controls Rear Panel Connections Portastudio 424 Mkiii Brief GuideStep-By-Step-Operations Guide Page Page Tape CUE Page How to record many sources onto a single track How to record a mix onto two tracks simultaneously Recording on more than two tracks simultaneously Direct Page Review Record level Using channels 5 and 6 with alternative inputs at mixdownLoading Memo points Using Memory Location PointsMemo Locating the tape To zero To Memo Auto play Repeat Play Operating procedure To interrupt Repeat sequencePreliminary Selecting in and out points PUNCH-IN or Insert RecordingPage Actual Auto Punch In/Out Record Auto Review Manual Punch-in Punching-in/out withUsing the remote footswitch RC-30P Bouncing Tracks Ping-Pong Ping-pong procedurePage Setting the output level of effect devices Using Effects With the Portastudio 424 MkiiiSetting the mix/balance control on effect devices How to Connect Your Effects Devices Problem Solution Syncing MIDI-Tape−Using the Tascam MTS-30Troubleshooting Problem Possible CauseChannels 5 Features and ControlsPower switch on the rear panel Turns Input select switches ChannelsStereo Input Section Mkiii Recorder Play key Transport ControlsDisplays Page Degaussing Demagnetizing Optional Accessories Care and MaintenanceCleaning Cleaning the Heads and Tape GuidesDegaussing the Tape Path Cleaning the Pinch RollerCleaning the Capstan Shaft How the dbx WorksSpecifications High Effect 2 SEND/TAPE CUE OUTNormal Europe USA/CANADAAustralia Block Diagram 424@$ Level Diagram