Step 2. Creating/selecting a song

1. Creating a new song

Before you can begin recording, you must create a new blank song.

1Set the [MODE] knob to “NEW SONG.”

2Select the song grade.

The display will indicate “SngGrade.”

Use the [VALUE] dial to select the song grade (record- ing quality) that’s appropriate for the desired record- ing quality and/or time.

Eco(Economy)

Extended-length recording. Select this

 

when you want to record for an extended

 

time.

 

 

Std(Standard)

Standard. Normally you will select this

 

grade.

 

 

Hiq(High Quality)

High audio quality. Select this when you

 

want to record at a high audio quality. The

 

available recording time will be shorter.

The song grade that you select here cannot be changed after the song is created.

3Create the song.

After you’ve used the [VALUE] dial to select the song grade, press the CURSOR [] key. A song named “NEW SONG” will be created following the highest existing song number.

If you decide not to create a new song, press the [EXIT] key.

2. Selecting a different song

To select the previous-numbered song

Hold down the [STOP] key and press the [REW] key to move to the beginning of the next lower-numbered song.

To select the next-numbered song

Hold down the [STOP] key and press the [FF] key to move to the beginning of the next higher-numbered song.

To select a song directly by name or number

1Set the [MODE] knob to “SONG SEL”.

The name and number of the currently selected song is displayed.

2Use the [VALUE] dial to display the desired song name and number.

3Press the CURSOR [ ] key to select the song.

When you switch songs, each track will be at the volume level at which the faders were when you switched songs. Depending on the state of the faders, the playback volume might be excessive, so please use caution.

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Korg D4 owner manual Creating/selecting a song, Creating a new song, Selecting a different song

D4 specifications

The Korg D4 is a powerful and versatile digital recorder that has become a popular choice among musicians and producers since its release. It’s designed for both studio and live environments, providing an impressive set of features in a compact and portable format.

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The device features an intuitive interface, complete with an LCD screen that provides clear visual feedback during recording and playback. Users can navigate through their projects easily, with dedicated buttons for essential functions like overdubbing, track selection, and editing. This user-friendly design makes the D4 accessible for both beginners and experienced audio engineers.

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