Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode)

4.Press the HOLD/> key, the REWIND button, or the F FWD button to move the flashing cursor to the desired edit location, and use the JOG dial to enter the bar/beat/tempo information to be stored.

Pressing the HOLD/> key or the F FWD button repeatedly will move the flashing cursor from TEMPO to BAR and to , then returns to TEMPO.

Pressing the REWIND button repeatedly will move the cursor in the opposite direction.

The bar and beat settings for the time signatures deter mine the setting range of bar and beat settings for the tempo. You can specify a tempo between 30 and 250 per quarter note.

The indication [---] means “no tempo,” which is used to delete a tempo setting.

When you turn the JOG dial, [---] appears for the bars and beats for which no tempo has been set.

5.Press the EXECUTE/YES key.

The display shows the stored bar/beat/tempo, then returns to the Tempo Edit indication (as shown in step 3).

6.Repeat steps 3-5 to store necessary tempo data.

For example, if you specify tempo values in the song with [001 BAR 4 4] and [005 BAR 3 4] settings, the Tempo Map includes the settings shown in the table below.

4

4

Tempo=120Tempo=90

3

4

Tempo=60Tempo=120

Tempo Map

Time signature setting

Tempo setting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

001 BAR 4

 

4

001 BAR 1

 

 

TEMPO 120

 

 

 

 

 

003 BAR 1

 

 

TEMPO 90

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

005 BAR 3

 

4

005 BAR 3

 

 

TEMPO 60

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

007 BAR 2

 

 

TEMPO 120

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modifying (or deleting) stored tempo settings

1.Repeat steps 1–3 described in the “Storing a tempo value” section to display “Tempo Edit?”

2.Press the HOLD/> key, the REWIND button, or the F FWD button so that the flashing cursor is on the measure num ber. Turn the JOG dial to select bar/beat to edit or delete.

3.Press the HOLD/> key, the REWIND button, or the F FWD button so that the flashing cursor is on the TEMPO number.

4.Use the JOG dial to enter a new value.

Entering “--” deletes the data at the selected bar/beat.

5.Press the EXECUTE/YES key.

6.Press the STOP button or the EXIT/NO key repeatedly to exit SETUP mode.

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FD-4 specifications

The Fostex FD-4 is a cutting-edge digital multi-track recorder that combines innovative technology with user-friendly features, making it a preferred choice for musicians, audio engineers, and content creators. This portable device brings studio-quality recording capabilities in a compact format, ensuring versatility and ease of use.

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The FD-4 is equipped with a user-friendly interface, featuring a large, bright LCD display that provides an overview of tracks, levels, and settings. The intuitive navigation simplifies the process of creating, editing, and mixing audio. Users can easily maneuver through menus, making adjustments on-the-fly without disrupting the creative flow.

Additionally, the FD-4 utilizes advanced digital signal processing (DSP) to enhance audio quality. Built-in effects such as reverb, compression, and EQ provide users with an array of tools to shape their sound before mixing. The flexibility offered by these effects, coupled with the device's capability to handle external effects processors, further expands its creative possibilities.

The FD-4 also features an extensive connectivity range, including multiple microphone inputs that support both XLR and TRS jacks, allowing for versatile recording configurations. This lets users connect various types of microphones and instruments seamlessly. With USB connectivity, users can easily transfer their recorded tracks to a computer for further editing and mixing in digital audio workstations (DAWs).

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In conclusion, the Fostex FD-4 stands out as a powerful digital multi-track recorder packed with features that cater to both professional and aspiring audio creators. Its combination of high-quality recording, user-friendly interface, and extensive connectivity options positions it as an essential tool for anyone looking to capture high-quality audio in any setting. Whether in a studio or out in the field, the FD-4 delivers the reliability and sound fidelity that users demand.
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