MULTITRACK CASSETTE RECORDER Owner’s Manual 1 2 GAIN 3 GAIN LINE MIC HIGH LINE MIC HIGH –12 +12 FREQ –12 5k MID –12 +12 –12 +12 +12 10 0 10 AUX 2 –12 10 0 10 CUE L L 0 MIC/ LINE TAPE 10 TAPE FLIP MIC/ LINE –12 10 0 10 0 MIC/ LINE 10 TAPE FLIP MIC/ LINE +12 –12 10 0 10 11-12 13-14 ST-INPUT ST-INPUT ST-INPUT TAPE MIC/ LINE 10 0 10 0 MIC/ LINE TAPE TAPE MIC/ LINE 10 0 10 0 TAPE FLIP LINE 10 0 10 0 LINE 0 10 0 10 2 1 2 1 2 3 4 3
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
• Explanation of Graphical Symbols CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
iii Important Read the Following Before Operating MT8XII Warnings • Do not locate MT8XII in a place subject to excessive heat or in direct sunlight. This could be a fire hazard. • Do not place MT8XII in a place subject to excessive humidity or dust. This could be a fire and electrical shock hazard. • Connect the supplied AC power cord only to an AC outlet of the type stated in this Owner’s Manual or as marked on the main unit. Failure to do so is a fire and electrical shock hazard.
iv Interference MT8XII uses high-frequency digital circuits that may cause interference on radios and televisions placed close to it. If interference does occur, relocate the affected equipment. Copyright © 1996 Yamaha Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of the MT8XII software or this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means without the prior written authorization of Yamaha Corporation.
v Table of Contents 1. Welcome to the MT8XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 MT8XII Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buying Cassette Tapes for the MT8XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MT8XII Recording Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About dbx Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MT8XII Maintenance .
vi 6. Using Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Applying Effects at Mixdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applying Effects when Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applying Effects with Ping-Pong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patching In Signal Processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 34 34 35 7.
Welcome to the MT8XII 1 1 Welcome to the MT8XII Thank you for choosing the Yamaha MT8XII Multitrack Cassette Recorder. The MT8XII is a high-quality, easy-to-use multitrack cassette recorder that will allow you to capture your music at a very high level of quality. To take best advantage of your MT8XII, read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly. MT8XII Features Mixer The MT8XII mixer has 14 inputs and 4 groups. Including the 8 tape tracks and stereo TAPE IN, up to 20 inputs are available for mixdown.
2 Welcome to the MT8XII Buying Cassette Tapes for the MT8XII It’s important that you buy the correct type of cassette tape for use with your MT8XII. You should buy high-quality Type II (High Bias, 70 µs EQ) chrome cassettes of 90 minutes or less, such as TDK SA or Maxell UD-II or UD-XLIIS. Do not use metal tapes or 120 minute tapes. At normal speed, a 60-minute cassette provides about 15 minutes of recording time.
Touring the MT8XII 2 3 Touring the MT8XII This chapter takes you on a tour of the MT8XII, identifying the various parts to help you become familiar with your new recorder.
4 Touring the MT8XII Input Channels 1 GAIN control (input channels 1–4) GAIN This rotary control adjusts the sensitivity of the MIC/LINE input so that both microphone and line-level signals can be handled with ease. 1 LINE MIC HIGH –12 +12 FREQ 2 250 2 EQ controls These rotary controls are used to boost and cut the high, middle, and low frequency bands independently. The High and Low EQs are fixed frequency shelving types. The Mid EQ is a sweepable type. A flat setting (i.e.
Stereo Inputs 5 6 PAN control This rotary control has two functions: For recording it’s used in conjunction with the GROUP ASSIGN switches to assign the input channel signal to even and odd numbered groups. For mixdown it’s used to pan (i.e., position) the signal in the stereo mix. 7 GROUP ASSIGN switches These switches are used to assign (i.e., send) the input channel signal to groups. They work in conjunction with the PAN control.
6 Touring the MT8XII Master Section 1 GROUP MASTER level controls GROUP MASTER These rotary controls adjust the levels of the group signals that are fed to the tracks. TAPE IN 4 2 CUE MIX TO STEREO switch 0 This switch is used to feed the CUE bus signals through to the Stereo bus. It’s used for multi-source mixing at mixdown.
Display 7 Display 1 2 COUNT dbx 1 IN MEMO SYNC 4 5 OUT REPEAT TAPE 2 6 7 +9 +6 +3 0dB –3 –6 –10 –20 REC 1 8 3 +9 +6 +3 0dB –3 –6 –10 –20 2 3 9 4 5 6 7 L 8 R 0 1 Tape counter The tape counter indicates the tape position. 2 Track level meters These meters show the track signal levels during recording and playback from –20 dB to +9 dB in eight steps. To turn on and off the Peak Hold function, hold down the [STOP] button and press the [RESET] button.
8 Touring the MT8XII Transport Section 5 6 TAPE SPEED REC SELECT 0 VARI 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 FIX GROUP – + 7 4 AUTO PUNCH I/O 3 2 SYNC CLEAR CHECK 1 REHE REC/PAUSE PHONES RESET RTZ MEMO 1 LOC 1 MEMO 2 LOC 2 PLAY REW FF 8 REPEAT STOP 9 0 PUNCH I/O A 1 CLEAR button This button is used to cancel the Memo 1 and Memo 2 locate points. When the Auto Punch In/Out function is on, however, it cancels the specified punch in and punch out points.
Transport Section 9 6 REC SELECT buttons These buttons are used to select tracks for recording. When a track is selected for recording, a flashing circle appears around the corresponding track select indicator on the display. Up to four tracks can be recorded simultaneously. You cannot record tracks that share the same REC SELECT button simultaneously (e.g., you cannot record on tracks 1 and 5 or 3 and 7 simultaneously).
10 Touring the MT8XII Rear Panel Connectors 1 STEREO INPUT (UNBAL) 14 13 R 12 L R AUX SEND 2 POWER ON/ OFF 2 1 11 10 L R STEREO OUT R L 9 L MONITOR OUT R L AC IN 3 4 5 6 CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. 1 STEREO INPUT (UNBAL) 9–14 These 1/4-inch phone jacks are used to connect electronic musical instruments and other line-level sound sources that have stereo outputs.
Rear Panel Connectors 7 8 9 LINE INPUT (UNBAL) 8 7 11 0 MIC/LINE INPUT 5 6 4 3 INSERT I/O 2 INSERT I/O 1 MIC/LINE INPUT (BAL) TAPE IN R L 8 7 6 TAPE OUT / GROUP OUT 5 4 3 2 1 2 OUT SYNC A B IN INPUT LEVEL C 1 1:GND 2:HOT DC48V MAX. 7mA 3:COLD DC48V MAX. 7mA +48V ON OFF PHANTOM POWER D 7 LINE INPUT (UNBAL) 5–8 These 1/4-inch phone jacks are used to connect electronic musical instruments and other line-level sound sources to the MT8XII.
12 Touring the MT8XII are output. Up to four group signals can be output simultaneously. A track must be selected for recording using the [REC SELECT] buttons for the group signal to be output. Group signals 1 through 4 can be output to GROUP OUTs 1 through 4 or GROUP OUTs 5 through 8. This is determined by the individual [REC SELECT] switches. For example, group signal 2 can be output to either GROUP OUT 2 or GROUP OUT 6, using REC SELECT button [2–6]. During playback, the eight tape signals are output.
The First Session 3 13 The First Session This chapter explains how to record and mix your first MT8XII session. If this is your first time with a multitrack recorder, we recommend that you start with this chapter and follow all the procedures closely. When you’ve completed this chapter, have a look at subsequent chapters, which explain more advanced MT8XII functions and require a basic knowledge of the MT8XII and multitrack recording techniques. Connecting the Power Cord 1.
14 The First Session Quick-Start System The following illustration shows the basic equipment necessary to start recording with the MT8XII.
Recording the First Track 15 Recording the First Track 1. Connect a sound source to MIC/LINE INPUT 1. 2. Set the [FLIP] switch on Input Channel 1 to the up position. 3. Adjust the GAIN control so that the SIGNAL indicator lights up most of the time, and the PEAK indicator lights up momentarily on the loudest sounds. It’s important to set the GAIN control correctly. Too low a setting may result in a noisy recording. Too high a setting, on the other hand, may result in distortion.
16 The First Session the +9 dB indicator. When the dbx noise reduction system is not used, adjust the level control so that the loudest signals light the +3 dB indicator. It’s important to set the GROUP MASTER level control correctly. Too low a setting may result in a noisy recording. Too high a setting, on the other hand, may result in distortion. 13. Press the [REC/PAUSE] button. The REC/PAUSE indicator lights up.
Overdubbing 17 7. Press a [GROUP ASSIGN] switch on the channel being used. 8. Use the PAN control to assign the signal to odd or even numbered group. 9. Set the GROUP MASTER level control midway. 10. Press the [REC SELECT] button of the track that you want to record. A circle flashes around the number of the selected track and the meter shows the signal level. 11. Raise the Channel fader to the 7–8 mark. The track meter shows the signal level. 12.
18 The First Session Mixdown Mixdown is the final technique in multitrack recording. Here you mix the sounds from all eight tracks, with EQ and effects, into a balanced stereo mix and record it to a stereo master recorder, such as a DAT, MiniDisc, or cassette tape machine. 1. Make sure that all [GROUP ASSIGN] switches are off, including the MONITOR SELECT [CUE] switch. 2. Set the [FLIP] switch on each input channel to the down position. 3. Set the PAN control on each input channel to its center position.
Multi-Source Mixing 19 Multi-Source Mixing In addition to the eight tape tracks, you can also connect external sound sources to the MIC/LINE inputs and mix up to eight more sound sources with the tape tracks. Theses extra sound sources are mixed using the CUE LEVEL and PAN controls. The [CUE MIX TO STEREO] button makes this possible. When this button is in the ON position, the CUE bus signals are not fed to the monitor section. Instead they are fed to the Stereo bus for mixing.
20 The First Session An Overview of Multitrack Recording This section describes the fundamental principles of multitrack recording. Basic Multitracking Monitoring—This is the process of listening to a sound as it’s being recorded or listening to recorded sounds as new sounds are recorded to other tracks. See About Monitoring on page 21 for more information. Recording the First Track—The first track to be recorded is typically the drum track.
About Monitoring 21 About Monitoring The MT8XII features a flexible monitoring system, allowing you to monitor signals at various points. You can monitor sounds through a pair of stereo headphones connected to the PHONES jack, or through a monitor amplifier and speakers connected to the MONITOR OUT jacks. The MONITOR SELECT switches are used to select the monitor source, and the MONITOR LEVEL control is used to adjust the level. GROUP—These switches select the Group buses as the monitor source.
22 4 Punch In/Out Recording Punch In/Out Recording This chapter explains the MT8XII punch in/out recording techniques. Punch In/Out Punch in/out techniques allows you to rerecord specific sections of a track. This can be used to correct mistakes or record something new into silent sections of a track. The MT8XII allows you to perform punch in/outs manually or automatically. Manual punch in/out can be performed using a footswitch, leaving your hands free.
Manual Punch In/Out 23 Manual Punch In/Out Manual punch in/out can be performed in three different ways: 1) using the [REC/PAUSE] button. 2) using the individual [REC SELECT] buttons. 3) using an optional footswitch. The Rehearsal function can be used with all three methods. Using the REC/PAUSE Button 1. Locate to a position before the point at which you want to punch in. 2. Press the [REC SELECT] button of the track that you want to record. A circle flashes around the corresponding track indicator. 3.
24 Punch In/Out Recording Using the REC SELECT buttons 1. Locate to a position before the point at which you want to punch in. 2. Make sure that all track indicators are off (i.e., no tracks selected). 3. Press the [REC/PAUSE] button. The REC/PAUSE indicator flashes quickly, indicating Record Pause mode is engaged. Instead of pressing the [REC/PAUSE] button you could have pressed the [REHE] button to engage Rehearse Pause mode. Rehearse allows you to have a dry run before actually recording.
Using a Footswitch 25 Using a Footswitch 1. Connect an optional footswitch to the PUNCH I/O jack. 2. Locate to a position before the point at which you want to punch in. 3. Press the [REC SELECT] button of the track that you want to record. A circle flashes around the corresponding track indicator. 4. Press the [REC/PAUSE] button. The REC/PAUSE indicator flashes, indicating Record Pause mode is engaged. 5. Press the footswitch to start playback. Playback starts and the PLAY indicator lights up.
26 Punch In/Out Recording Auto Punch In/Out The Auto Punch In/Out function automates the punch in/out procedure, allowing you to concentrate on your playing or singing. You can rehearse the punch in/out repeatedly until you are ready to perform the punch in/out for real. An optional footswitch can be connected to the PUNCH I/O jack on the MT8XII for use with the Auto Punch In/Out function. Setting the Punch In/Out Points 1. Locate to a position before the point at which you want to punch in. 2.
Rehearsing Auto Punch 27 Rehearsing Auto Punch Once the punch-in and punch-out points have been set, you can rehearse the punch in/out. 1. Press the [REC SELECT] button of the track that you want to record. A circle flashes around the corresponding track indicator. If you’re monitoring the track via CUE (i.e., [FLIP] switch in the up position), you’ll hear the signal that is assigned to the selected track. If you want to rehearse the Auto Punch In/Out repeatedly, press the [REPEAT] button.
28 Punch In/Out Recording Performing Auto Punch for Real This section continues on from the Rehearsing Auto Punch section. 1. Press the [REC/PAUSE] button. The REC/PAUSE indicator flashes. This is Auto Punch Record Standby mode. 2. Press the [PLAY] button (or footswitch) to start the Auto Punch In/Out sequence. Playback starts and the PLAY indicator lights up. The REC/PAUSE indicator continues to flash, indicating Play Record Wait mode. At the specified punch-in point, punch in occurs (i.e.
Ping-Pong Recording 5 29 Ping-Pong Recording The ping-pong recording technique (also known as bounce down) is used to free up tracks for further recording. This is accomplished by bouncing down (i.e., mixing and recording) one or two existing tracks to an unused track. Those tracks are then used for further recording. Although the MT8XII is a eight-track recorder, effectively you can record more than eight tracks using this technique.
30 Ping-Pong Recording Preparing for Ping-Pong 1. Press the [RTZ] button to rewind to the beginning of the song. 2. Set the [FLIP] switches on the source track channels to the down position. This sets the tape signal as the source for the channels. 3. Set the faders on the source channels to the 7–8 mark. 4. Use the ASSIGN switches and PAN controls on the source track channels to assign the signals to the destination track.
31 Checking the Ping-Pong Operation Checking the Ping-Pong Operation 15. Press the [RTZ] button to rewind to the beginning of the song. 16. Press the MONITOR SELECT [GROUP] switch that you pressed previously to monitor the destination track. 17. Press the MONITOR SELECT [CUE] switch. 18. On the input channel that corresponds to the destination track (e.g., input channel 5 for track 5), set the [FLIP] switch to the up position. 19. Set the CUE LEVEL control corresponding to the destination track to midway.
32 Ping-Pong Recording Ping-Pong with Overdub The ping-pong technique can be combined with overdub recording. This allows you to bounce down tracks and record a new sound source simultaneously. In the following illustration, for example, Tracks 1, 2, and 3 are bounced to Track 4 along with a new signal coming from Input Channel 4.
Using Effects 6 33 Using Effects The AUX SENDs allow you to connect external effects processors and apply effects to MT8XII signals. Effects can be applied when recording tracks, using ping-pong, or during mixdown. Typically, reverb and delay type effects, which are often applied to several sounds in a mix, are used with this type of connection. The input channel AUX controls are used to send signals to the effects processors.
34 Using Effects Applying Effects at Mixdown 1. To send a signal to an effects processor, set the input channel fader to the 7–8 mark and turn up an AUX control. The input channel signal is sent to the effects processor and the Stereo bus. 2. Set the effects processor as required. 3. To mix the processed signal back into the stereo mix, turn up the ST INPUT level control.
Patching In Signal Processors 35 Patching In Signal Processors Input channels 1 and 2 feature INSERT I/O jacks. These make is easy to patch external signal processors directly into these two channels. Typically, compressors, limiters, and noise gates are connected to this type of connection. Reverb, delay, and other effects processors can be used too.
36 7 Tape Speed & Mixing Tips Tape Speed & Mixing Tips Using the Tape Speed Function The Tape Speed function allows you to speed up or slow down the speed of the tape. This has the effect of raising or lowering the pitch of the recorded sounds. 1. To adjust the tape speed, first stop playback. It’s best to stop the MT8XII before switching between the VARI and FIX speed modes. 2. Press the [VARI] switch. The red VARI indicator lights up. 3. Press the [PLAY] button to start playback. 4.
Mixing Tips 37 Mixing Tips This section provides tips and techniques for achieving the perfect MT8XII mix. • Inputs—for mixdown, the [FLIP] switches are set to the down position and the eight input channels feed the tape signals to the Stereo bus for mixing. Combined with the ST INPUTs, which can be used to connect external effects processors, this provides 14 input sources. If you need to connect more sound sources, the CUE monitors can be used.
38 8 Quick Locate & Repeat Playback Quick Locate & Repeat Playback This chapter explains the MT8XII quick locate and repeat playback functions. RTZ (Return To Zero) The Return To Zero function allows you to rewind or fast forward the tape to the 00:00 position with accuracy. Simply press the [RTZ] button to locate the 00:00 position. The tape counter flashes while the 00:00 position is being located.
Repeat Playback 39 Repeat Playback The Repeat Playback function allows you to play the section between the Memo 1 and Memo 2 points repeatedly, as shown below. Play Repeatedly Memo 1 point Memo 2 point 1. Enter the memo points as explained on page 38, Entering the Memo Points. 2. Press the [REPEAT] button. The MT8XII locates the Memo 1 point and starts repeated playback between the two memo points. The REPEAT indicator appears on the display. Playback is repeated 16 times.
40 9 The MT8XII & MIDI The MT8XII & MIDI MIDI sequencers and MIDI controlled musical instruments have become essential tools for modern recording. It’s common these days not to record MIDI instruments to tape until the final mixdown. This has the benefit of freeing up tracks for acoustic sounds and reduces the need for recorders with many tracks. The MT8XII is ideal for recording vocal, guitar, and other acoustic sounds and can easily be integrated into a MIDI system.
Connecting the MT8XII to a MIDI System 41 Connecting the MT8XII to a MIDI System FSK/MIDI System In this system, an FSK/MIDI converter, such as the Yamaha YMC10, is used to generate the FSK signal that is recorded onto Track 8 of the MT8XII. During playback, the FSK signal is converted to a MIDI Clock signal. When the drum box and synthesizer with onboard sequencer receive the MIDI Clock signal, they both playback in synchronization.
42 The MT8XII & MIDI SMPTE/MIDI System In this system, a SMPTE/MIDI converter is used to generate the SMPTE timecode that is recorded onto Track 8 of the MT8XII. It has a MIDI merge function that merges the MIDI Clock information derived from the SMPTE timecode with the MIDI performance data from the synthesizer. Some MIDI interfaces have two MIDI In jacks. In this case, the merge function is performed by the MIDI interface or MIDI sequencer. The MIDI sequencer is shown with two MIDI OUT jacks.
Striping the Tape 43 Striping the Tape 1. Connect the MT8XII to the SMPTE timecode generator or FSK/MIDI converter as shown in the previous section. 2. If you are using FSK, press the [SYNC] button once. If you are using SMPTE timecode, press the [SYNC] button twice. The SYNC indicator lights up for FSK operation or flashes for SMPTE timecode operation. It’s important that you set the MT8XII to work with the SYNC signal format that you are using, and use the same setting for synchronized playback. 3.
44 MT8XII Applications 10 MT8XII Applications This chapter shows how the MT8XII can be used for various applications. One-Take Recording The One-Take recording technique is ideal for live recording or recording bands that like to record with all members playing together. In the following system example, vocals, guitar, and drums are recorded using microphones, the bass is connected via a DI connection, and the synthesizer is connected directly. A stereo pair of headphones is used for monitoring.
MIDI Home Studio 45 MIDI Home Studio In the following MIDI home studio system example, all instruments are recorded to the MT8XII. Recording the MIDI instruments could be left until the final mixdown, since the MIDI sequencer provides repeatable playback and is synchronized to the MT8XII using SMPTE timecode. Having the entire project on an MT8XII tape, however, does simplify media management. A monitor amp and speakers are used for monitoring.
46 MT8XII Applications Multi-Source Mixing This example shows how multiple sound sources can be mixed on the MT8XII. To start, an SMPTE SYNC signal is recorded on Track 8. This is used to synchronize the MIDI sequencer that in turn controls the MIDI instruments, which are permanently connected to the MT8XII and are recorded to tape only at mixdown. The acoustic instruments and vocal microphones are connected to MIC/LINE inputs 1 and 2 as and when they are needed.
47 Using the TAPE OUT/GROUP OUTs Using the TAPE OUT/GROUP OUTs The TAPE OUT/GROUP OUT connectors can be used to send the tape playback signals or group signals to other equipment. The MT8XII has four groups buses. So up to four group signals can be output simultaneously. During playback, the eight tape signals are output. In this example, the MT8XII tape signals are fed to a sub mixer for mixdown.
48 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you’re having difficulty operating MT8XII or it doesn’t seem to work as expected, look up the symptoms in the following table and follow the advice provided. Symptom Advice Make sure the power cord is connected to a suitable AC wall outlet and plugged into the AC IN connector at the rear of the MT8XII. MT8XII cannot be turned on! Make sure that the MT8XII POWER switch is set to the ON position. If you still cannot turn on your MT8XII, contact your Yamaha dealer.
Appendix 49 Appendix Maintaining the MT8XII The MT8XII requires regular maintenance to remain in top working condition. You should perform the following two maintenance procedures before each new recording session or when you notice any of the following symptoms: • Increased tape hiss • Dull sounding recordings (i.e.
50 Appendix Capstan Erase head Tape guide Pinch roller Record/play head Demagnetizing the Record–Play Head As the tape passes over the record–play head, it imparts a tiny amount of magnetism to the head. During normal use, this magnetism can build up to the point where audio performance is affected. Therefore, you should demagnetize the record–play head at regular intervals using a commercially available tape head demagnetizer. These are available at most audio and electronics shops.
Specifications 51 Specifications Mixer LINE IN (GAIN max.)–STEREO OUT Frequency Response LINE IN (GAIN min.)–STEREO OUT 20 Hz–20 kHz +1, –4 dB LINE IN (GAIN min.)–PHONES Noise Level (12.7 kHz: –6 dB/oct. L.P.F.) Equivalent Input Noise –115 dB (Rs=150 Ω) STEREO OUT –80 dB/CH (STEREO fader at 7–8 mark) S/N Ratio (at rated input & output levels) LINE IN (GAIN max.)–STEREO OUT 68 dB, IHF-A LINE IN (GAIN min.)–STEREO OUT 70 dB, IHF-A Distortion (1 kHz signal LINE IN (GAIN max.
52 Appendix General Power Requirements Local AC Current Power Consumption 46 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 530 x 132.6 x 416.4 mm (20.8" x 5.2" x 16.4") Weight 7.6 kg (16.
STEREO (UNBAL) INPUT 5-8 3,4 1,2 10,12,14 9,11,13 TAPE IN (UNBAL) INPUT LINE INPUT MIC/LINE MIC/LINE INPUT R L HA HA HA GAIN HA GAIN HA FLIP FLIP LINE TAPE TAPE LINE MIC/ LINE TAPE FLIP TAPE MIC/ LINE MIC/ LINE TAPE TAPE MIC/ LINE INSERT I/O LOW LOW LOW EQ EQ MID EQ MID MID 1,2 FREQ FREQ FREQ PHANTOM POWER HIGH HIGH HIGH MIC/LINE INPUT (BAL) ST-INPUT TAPE IN LEVEL (CUE) SIGNAL PEAK LEVEL (CUE) SIGNAL PEAK LEVEL (CUE) SIGNAL PEAK MIX LEVEL PAN (C
54 Appendix Dimensions H:132 W:530 D:416 .4 .
55 Glossary Bouncing—See Ping-Pong. Bus—A common conductor used to collect and distribute audio signals. MT8XII has four Group buses that feed the tracks, a Stereo bus consisting of left and right channels, two AUX buses for the AUX SENDs, and a stereo CUE bus for the cue monitor. Capstan—The cylindrical shaft of the capstan motor, which is used in conjunction with the rubber pinch roller to drive the tape at a constant speed.
56 Glossary MIDI—An acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. An internationally agreed standard that allows electronic musical instruments and audio equipment to communicate. Mixdown—The process of mixing the individual track signals into a well-balanced stereo mix. Mixdown is the final stage of the multitrack recording process. Multitracker—An all-in-one recording and mixing device, such as the MT8XII, usually with four or eight tracks. Nominal Level—See Operating Level.
57 Stripping the Tape—The process of recording a SYNC signal onto one track of a tape for synchronized playback with a MIDI sequencer. You can record a FSK or SMPTE timecode SYNC signal onto MT8XII Track 8. This should be done before recording anything else. Tracking—The process of recording sounds to tracks on a audio recorder. Also know as laying down tracks and just plain simple recording. Tracking is the first stage of the multitrack recording process. Unity Gain—A gain of one.
Mixer Setup Source: 1 Source: 2 GAIN 3 GAIN LINE MIC HIGH LINE MIC –12 +12 –12 250 5k +12 LOW LOW –12 +12 AUX 1 –12 0 10 10 0 CUE 10 L L 0 MIC/ LINE TAPE 10 TAPE FLIP MIC/ LINE L 0 MIC/ LINE TAPE 10 TAPE FLIP MIC/ LINE 11-12 13-14 ST-INPUT ST-INPUT ST-INPUT L 10 TAPE TAPE FLIP MIC/ LINE L 0 MIC/ LINE TAPE 0 10 FLIP L TAPE LINE MIC/ LINE TAPE 0 FLIP 0 10 0 TAPE LINE LINE TAPE FLIP 0 1 2 1 2 3 4 3 4 3 4 GROUP MASTER TAPE IN L 0