Model
Advanced Operation
At this point, we assumed that you understand recording and playback of each track after studying the [Basic Operation] section and are ready to move on.
Next up, we'll work on more advanced functions such as multitrack recording - called "overdubbing" - which is fundamental in multiple recording, then the mixdown process when sounds recorded to the four tracks will be mixed to stereo, and finally, copying (dubbing) of the mix to a master recorder (stereo cassette deck, etc.).
1. Overdubbing
Overdubbing is a recording technique used to add a recorded performance to previously recorded tracks while listening (monitoring) to them.
For example, you might record a rhythm section (such as a drum machine) on Track 1 by following the basic recording procedure, then record an electric bass on Track 2 while listening to the recorded rhythm. In this way, you can record performances on all four tracks, one by one. This section uses an example in which Track 1 has the drum machine already recorded. Follow the recording steps described in the Basic Operation chapter and use the drum machine instead of the microphone. We are going to overdub the electric bass on Track 2, the keyboard on Track 3, and vocal on Track 4.
While playing back and listening to Track 1 (drum machine), overdub the electric bass to Track 2.
While playing back and listening to Track 1 (drum machine) and Track 2 (electric bass), overdub the keyboard to Track 3.
Track 4 | Track 4 |
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Track 3 | Track 3 |
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Track 2 | Track 2 | Keyboard | |
Track 1 | Track 1 | ||
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E. Bass |
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Drum Machine |
| Drum Machine |
While playing back and listening to Track 1, Track 2 and Track 3, overdub the vocal to Track 4.
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Track 3 | Vocal | |
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Keyboard | ||
Track 1 | ||
E. Bass | ||
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| Drum Machine |
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