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Alternatively, press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to
move the cursor to the track you want to compress or
expand, and then press [F3 (MARK)] or [YES].
This compresses or expands the performance data on
the track containing the mark. When [F2 (ALL)] is
pressed, you can place or remove the marks on all the
tracks simultaneously.
fig.04-30(tr_comp_sel)
6. Press [F1 (Back)].
7. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the
cursor. Set each of the values.
fig.04-31(tr_comp_prm)
START (Start point)
This specifies when compression or expansion of the
playback time starts.
END (End point)
This specifies when compression or expansion of the
playback time ends.
Pitch Mode
If you want the playback pitch to change as a result of
the compression or expansion, set this to “Variable”; if
not, set this to “Fixed.”
Type
This specifies the type of conversion. Select the setting
that fits your needs or that matches the type song you
are working with.
A: Vocal, Narrations
For vocals or narration.
B: Slow-tempo Songs
For slow-tempo songs such as slow ballads.
C: Fast-tempo Songs
For fast-tempo songs such as rock.
TO (To point)
This specifies the ending time location that will result
from the compression or expansion.
Amplitude
This specifies the volume level ratio (50, 60, 70, 80, 90,
100%) that will result from the conversion. Normally,
the default value of 60% is recommended. If the vol-
ume level after conversion is too low, use the Undo
function to return to the original data, increase the
amplitude settings, and try the operation again.
However, excessively high settings can introduce
noise in the data.
8. Press [F4 (Exec)].
This executes the compression or expansion.
* Be aware that, depending on conditions, it may take some
time for compression or expansion to be completed. This is
not a malfunction. Progress of the operation is shown in
the display: do not turn off the power until the
compression or expansion the track is complet-
ed. You can cancel compression or expansion by
pressing [NO].
9. When the compression or expansion is completed
correctly, “Complete” appears in the display.
10. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].
Return to Play condition.
Naming Tracks (Track Name)
Normally, each track is given a name as is
shown below.
fig.04-33(tr_name.eps)
Track
V-track Track Name (up to 16 characters)
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