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Chapter 8 Patching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

Patching to the input channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Patching to the recorder inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Patching to the outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Patch library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Storing to the patch library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Recalling a patch program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Patching input/output jacks to an insert I/O point . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Using the Quick Rec function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Chapter 9 Track and virtual track operations. . . . . . . . . . .147

The track structure of the AW4416. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Switching virtual tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Pairing tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Editing tracks and virtual tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Tracks, parts, and regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Naming a virtual track or region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Naming a virtual track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Naming a region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Track editing procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Virtual track editing procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Editing command list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

TRACK menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 PART menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 REGION menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Chapter 10 Internal effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

About the internal effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Using AUX send/return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Inserting an effect into a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Using AUX send/return to apply an effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Patching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

Recalling an effect program from the library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Switching between pre-fader and post-fader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Adjusting the send level/return level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Adjusting the send level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Inserting an effect into a desired channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Patching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Inserting an effect into monitor channel 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

Recalling an effect program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Chapter 11 Song management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

About songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Song structure and size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

Song structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

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AW4416 specifications

The Yamaha AW4416 is a digital audio workstation that revolutionized music production by combining powerful recording, mixing, and editing capabilities in a compact format. Introduced in the early 2000s, the AW4416 was designed to cater to musicians, producers, and engineers seeking a versatile and intuitive solution for their audio projects.

At its core, the AW4416 features 16 balanced XLR/TRS input channels, allowing professional-grade recording of vocals and instruments. Each channel is equipped with high-quality preamps, ensuring clean amplification of audio signals. The unit supports 24-bit audio resolution, which provides a dynamic range and clarity that is essential for high-fidelity recordings.

One of the standout technologies of the AW4416 is its onboard effects processing. The workstation includes a variety of studio-quality effects, such as reverb, delay, and modulation, which can be applied during tracking or mixing without the need for external equipment. This feature enables users to sculpt their sound creatively and efficiently within the device itself.

The AW4416 is powered by a user-friendly interface that combines physical controls with a graphical display. This layout allows for easy navigation and operation, making it accessible for both novice users and seasoned professionals. The large LCD screen provides a clear view of track information, parameters, and settings, enhancing the overall workflow.

Connectivity is another highlight of the AW4416. The device includes MIDI I/O, allowing users to integrate external MIDI instruments and controllers effortlessly. Additionally, the workstation features ADAT optical output, enabling multi-channel digital audio transfer to external devices or recording systems, enhancing its versatility in various studio environments.

With its onboard 40GB hard drive, the AW4416 provides ample storage for recording sessions, samples, and projects. It also includes CD-RW capabilities, making it straightforward to burn mixes and demos directly from the workstation.

In summary, the Yamaha AW4416 combines robust audio capabilities with intuitive operation and advanced features. Its combination of high-quality input channels, onboard effects, extensive connectivity options, and user-friendly interface makes it an enduring choice for those in the music production field. Whether for live recordings, studio sessions, or songwriting, the AW4416 remains a reliable and effective tool for capturing and crafting audio.
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