Motorola MF-P01 Recording tracks, Recording the first track, Recording the next track overdubbing

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Recording tracks

Recording the first track

1) Press the REC FUNCTION key for track 1 so that the REC indicator flashes.

You are now ready to record on track 1.

2)Press down the RECORD button to start recording the first guitar track. The REC indicator for track 1 lights steadily.

3)When you have finished, press the STOP button.

The tape stops.

4)Press the REW button.

The tape is rewound to the "000" position (where you started recording).

5)Press the PLAY button to check your recording.

Adjust the LEVEL control of track 1 so that you can hear clearly what you have just recorded.

You can use the PAN control to set the stereo positioning if required. If you are not satisfied with your recording, try again.

6)When you’re happy with the recording, go to the second track recording described below.

Recording the next track (overdubbing)

The next step is to record your vocal to track 2 while listening to the playback sound of your guitar on track 1.

1) Press the REW button to rewind the tape to "000".

2) Press the REC FUNCTION switch for track 2 to set track 2 to "record ready".

The REC indicator for track 2 starts flashing, while the REC indicator for track 1 turns off.

3)Press the PLAY button to playback the tape, and sing into the microphone while monitoring the guitar sound.

You can monitor both the guitar on track 1 and your voice via the headphones.

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Contents HAZARD, do not Expose this Table of Contents Important Safety PrecautionsImportant Safety Instructions Multitrack recording a brief introduction An introduction to the MF-P01Record-protecting cassettes Cleaning the headsCleaning the pinch roller An introduction to the MF-P01What you need to make recordings Connecting the MF-P01Phones jack DC in 12 V connector and Power switchParts of the MF-P01 MIC/LINE jackParts of the MF-P01 Input Level fader REC indicators for TRK1 through TRK4REC Level indicators +6, 0. -5 Master controlRecording tracks Setting the levelSetting up Recording the next track overdubbing Recording tracksRecording the first track Mixing down tracks Setting upMixdown Hints and advanced tipsMixing down tracks Recording techniquesRecording more than four tracks Hints and advanced tipsRecording with effects Specifications TroubleshootingSpecifications