It also employs a discrete 4-channel format head developed especia. Its NORMAL speed is 4.8 cm/sec (1-7/8 i.p.s.), the same as that used by conventional recorders. (3-3/4 inches per second) which is two times (2X) the normal speed of a standard audio cassette. ĩ T ape Speed and T rack Format The Portastudio 424 MKIII uses a HIGH speed of 9.5 cm/sec. ∑ REHEARSAL programs the 424 MKIII to repeat a punch-in/out sequence as many times as you wish, and AUTO PUNCH actually executes it on tape ex. ∑ REPEA T allows a section to be played over and over between the MEMO 1 and MEMO 2 points. Ĩ ∑ A three-point autolocator (MEMO/LOC 1 and 2 and R TZ) lets the tape STOP at, or PLA Y from preset points. If you don't use the CUE mix, you run the risk of accidentally "bouncing tracks" every time. This CUE mix is totally independent from the Main Mix going to tape. ħ T ape Cue Monitor System The T APE CUE mix and MONITOR switches are also crucial for successful multitrack recording, because they control what you hear in the headpnones. After the MASTER fader they go to the L/R LINE OUT Signal Flow in the 424 MKIII Mixer Understanding the Mix er. The illustration below shows how input signals pass through the 424 MKIII Mixer section. This is the most important signal route in the mixer and is called "Main Mix". T o complete the recording system, you'll additionally need these: Input devices (microphones, instruments), Output devices (headphones), 2 track re. It is divided into two major sections: a full-function mixer and an 4-channel, multitrack cassette recorder. ĥ The POR T ASTUDIO 424 MKIII is a complete audio production facility in a single box. Use of capital letters : In general, we use all upper cas. Y ou may discover some new tricks you haven't tried before. Some time spent now will keep you from overlooking some of the features that make the 424 MKIII a more creative tool.
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Using this manual : T o get the most out of your 424 MKIII, please take the time to read through this manual. 2) Retain instructions - The safety and operatin. 1 ) Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Follow all W arnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment.Save these Instructions f or later use.2 Safety Instructions 3 Introduction 4 The Recording System 5 The three steps to multitrack 5 Understanding the Mixer 6-7 Signal flow in the 424 MKIII mixer 6 T ape cue monitor system 7 Multitrack Cassette Recorder 8 T rack Format and T ape Recommendations 9-10 PORT ASTUDIO 424 MKIII Brief Guide 11-14 Step-By-Step Operations Guide 15-24 Let's.