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    GB-10 Guitar & Bass Trainer/Recorder This device has a serial number located on the bottom panel. Please record it and retain it for your records. Serial number OWNER'S MANUAL D01128320B
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    servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Declaration of Conformity Model Number: Trade Name: Responsible party: Address: Telephone number: GB-10 TASCAM installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near any AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time. • The mains problems with this product, contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired. TASCAM GB-10
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    INSTRUCTIONS ªª Cautions about Batteries This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble off with clean water and then consult a doctor immediately. • The unit power should be off when you install and replace batteries. • Remove the TASCAM GB-10
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TASCAM GB-10 5
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    Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Quick Start Guide 10 Step 1: Prepare the SD card and power 10 Step 2: Copy audio files from a computer 12 Step 3: Connect an instrument and headphones 12 Step 4: Tune the instrument 13 Step 5: Use the effects 13 Step 6: Adjust the input and
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    area..... 60 Selecting a folder for the playback area (1 61 Selecting a folder for the playback area (2 62 Playlist 63 Adding files to the playlist 63 Editing the playlist 63 9-Special Playback (playback control function)......66 Changing the speed 66 Changing the key 66 TASCAM GB-10 7
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    power File information page 84 Card information page 85 System information page 86 18-Effect Module Parameters List 87 19-Messages 89 20-Troubleshooting 93 21-Specifications 95 Ratings 95 Input ratings 95 Analog audio input 95 output ratings 95 Analog output ratings 95 8 TASCAM GB-10
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    Control input/output ratings 95 Audio performance 96 Computer compatibility 96 Other specifications 97 Dimensional drawings 97 Table of Contents TASCAM GB-10 9
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    Guide Step 1: Prepare the SD card and power ªª Install the SD card Insert the SD card into the SD card slot, which is inside the battery compartment on the bottom of the unit. ªª Preparing the power Using the card.) For details, see "Inserting and removing SD cards" on page 37. 10 TASCAM GB-10
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    or to connect the unit's storage to the computer. Select "BUS POWER". TACAM PS-P520 (sold separately) DC plug AC outlet ªª Turn the power on Press and hold the opens. [ª] button until the startup screen For details about power preparations, see "Powering the unit" on page 40. TASCAM GB-10 11
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    ). If it does not appear, press the ¶/ to make it appear. ªª Connect headphones or speakers Connect headphones or a monitoring system (such as powered speakers or an amplifier and speakers) to this unit's /LINE OUT jack. For details, see "Connecting monitoring equipment" on page 43. 12 TASCAM GB-10
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    4: Tune the instrument Use the unit's tuning function to tune a connected guitar or bass. Press the TUNER button to open the TUNERscreen. Quick Start Guide Step 5: Use the effects This unit has built-in effects that you , see Chapter 12 "Using the built in effects" on page 74. TASCAM GB-10 13
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    " on page 58. ªª Adjusting the guitar input level Use the INPUT level dial on the right side panel to adjust the GUITAR IN input level. NOTE The BALANCEsetting only affects the volume when G.IN is ON ( ). When G.IN is OFF ( ), changing the BALANCE value has no effect on the volume. 14 TASCAM GB-10
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    playback of a single file or the entire playback area, press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen, select PLAY MODEand press the Á or ¯ button. Use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to select 1REPEATor ALLREPEAT. After making the setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. TASCAM GB-10 15
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    [-] button to enable the pre-record function and put the unit into recording standby. Press the RECORD [-] button to start recording, capturing sound up to 2 seconds before pressing the button. Press the [ª] button to stop recording. For details, see "Recording" on page 46. 16 TASCAM GB-10
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    can be accessed easily by pressing the METRONOME button. For details, see chapter 14 "Using the Metronome" on page 79. Step 11: Turn off the power To turn the power off (put the unit in standby), press the [ª] button and hold it until the shutdown screen appears. TASCAM GB-10 17
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    1-Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM GB-10 Guitar & Bass Trainer/Recorder. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully in order to maximize your use of all the unit's features. We hope that you will enjoy using this trainer/ recorder for many years to come. Please keep a copy
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    power or a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor (sold separately) •• Files card 1 •• Owner's manual (this manual 1 About this manual In this manual, we use the following conventions Instructions that should be followed to avoid injury, damage to the unit or other equipment, and loss of data. TASCAM GB-10 19
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    1-Introduction Intellectual property rights •• TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries. •• SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. •• infringement, or arising from or connected with or related to the use of such data and/or information. 20 TASCAM GB-10
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    of any illegal copying performed using the recorder. 1-Introduction About SD cards This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback. You can use 64 MB-2 GB SD cards and 4 GB-32 GB SDHC cards with this unit. A list Do not put things on top of them or twist them. •• Do not hit them. TASCAM GB-10 21
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    •• Very dusty locations •• Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating electrical device such as a power amplifier. If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature alcohol because they might cause damage to the surface of the unit. 22 TASCAM GB-10
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    on the screen. Â button (PREVIOUS) During playback or when stopped in the middle of file playback, press this button to return to skip to the beginning of the previous file. When stopped at the beginning of a file, press this button to skip to the beginning of the previous file. TASCAM GB-10 23
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    to enter the lower folder level. Press during recording to start recording to a new file without interruption (track incrementation). 4 Ô button ( the FILE INFORMATIONpop-up message when using the browse function. Press and hold to turn the power ON or put the unit into standby. 24 TASCAM GB-10
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    this button to start overdubbing. (See "Recording the input sound with the playback sound (overdubbing)" on page 47.) On the DIVIDEscreen, use to execute the division of a file. 9 VALUE (+/-) buttons Use these to Press to return to the Home Screen from one of the setting screens. TASCAM GB-10 25
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    2-Names and Functions of Parts w Trainer buttons In addition to the MENU button, which opens the MENU screen, this section has seven buttons that allow the speed" on page 66. For details, see "Changing the key" on page 66. t TUNER button Press to tune the connected guitar/bass. 26 TASCAM GB-10
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    . NOTE The BALANCEsetting only affects the volume when G.IN is ON ( ). When G.IN is OFF ( ), changing the BALANCE value has no effect on the volume. TASCAM GB-10 27
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    again to set the OUT point (loop playback ending point) and start loop playback. Press briefly again to turn the loop playback function OFF. 28 TASCAM GB-10 When the playback area is set to playlist, press and hold this button to show the loop screen. Press the  button designate the IN point
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    cable. (See "Connecting with a computer" on page 43.) s REMOTE jack Connect a TASCAM RC-3F foot switch (sold separately), which is designed for use with this unit, to of the GUITAR IN jack signal. g GUITAR IN jack Use this standard mono 6.3-mm (1/4") jack to connect a guitar or bass. TASCAM GB-10 29
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    2-Names and Functions of Parts Rear panel Bottom panel h DC IN 5V jack Connect a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor (sold separately), which is designed for the power requirements of this unit. j Battery compartment cover 30 TASCAM GB-10
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    k Battery compartment Install batteries (2 AA) in this compartment to power the unit. (See "Using AA batteries" on page 40.) OFF : Built-in effects ON 5 GUITAR input ON/OFF status This shows whether input through the GUITAR IN jack is ON or OFF. : GUITAR input OFF : GUITAR input ON TASCAM GB-10 31
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    lot of power. 7 Recorder operation status Depending on the recorder operation status, one of the following icons appears. Stopped Paused Playing back Searching forward Searching backward Skipping to the beginning of the next file Skipping to the beginning of the previous file 32 TASCAM GB-10
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    changed. Normal playback speed 110-150% speed 50-90% speed 2 Prerecord or auto record function status When prerecording is enabled and the unit is in recording standby, "PRE"( ) appears here. When the auto record function is enabled and the unit is recording, "A.REC" ( )appears here. TASCAM GB-10 33
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    file name settings. Make settings related to using a foot switch as a remote control. Make various unit settings. Pages See on page 84. See on page 63. See on page 60. See on page 48. See on page 50. See on page 82. See on page 83. See on page 80. 34 TASCAM GB-10
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    the §/BROWSE and ¶/ buttons to select the desired setting item. (When selected, the ":" becomes "∑" and the setting value appears as light letters on a dark background.) TASCAM GB-10 35
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    . 36 TASCAM GB-10 §/BROWSE and ¶/ buttons Use this button to move the cursor (change the highlighted item) and to change the value of the selected item. VALUE (+/-) buttons Use to change value of the selected item. RECORD [º] button On the DIVIDEscreen, use to execute the division of a file
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    when it is purchased. You can use this SD card as is for recording and playback. There is no need to reinsert it. 1. Remove the battery cover. If there are batteries in the compartment, confirm that the unit power is OFF and then remove them. 2. Insert the SD card into the cover TASCAM GB-10 37
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    power tascam. com/). 3. Press the Á button to start formatting. Remove the SD card if you do not wish to format it. CAUTION Formatting will erase all the data on the card. 4. After formatting completes, the Home Screen opens. You can also reformat a card with this unit at any time. 38 TASCAM GB-10
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    slide the protect switch to the "LOCK" position, file recording and editing will not be possible. Move the switch to the unlocked position in order to record,erase and otherwise edit data on the card. In this case, press the Á button to format the card again. Card write protection TASCAM GB-10 39
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    the unit with a computer using the included USB cable as shown in the illustration below. computer USB 40 TASCAM GB-10 The USB SELECT screen appears if the power is ON when you make the USB connection or if you turn the power ON after making the USB connection. This screen allows you to set
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    P520 AC adaptor (sold separately), because it is designed for the power requirements of this unit. Use of a different adaptor could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock. NOTE If batteries are installed and the AC adaptor is connected, power will be supplied from the AC adaptor. TASCAM GB-10 41
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    until the "TASCAM GB-10" startup screen opens. The Home Screen opens after the unit completes startup. ® [startup screen] [Home Screen] Setting the power to standby When the power is ON, press and hold the [ª] button until the "GUITAR & BASS TRAINER/RECORDER" screen appears. 42 TASCAM GB-10
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    a computer, you can transfer (copy) audio files (WAV or MP3 format) on the computer to the SD card in the unit, as well as erase files and work with folders on the card from " pop-up screen appears on the screen. (Select "BUS POWER" to power the unit from the computer USB bus.) TASCAM GB-10 43
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    to dismount the "GB-10" drive from your computer, disconnect the USB cable. The unit should automatically turn off. Please refer to the operation manual for your computer system for instructions about the correct procedures for dismounting an external drive. Connecting a guitar or a bass You can
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    as possible without making the PEAK indicator light red. CAUTION In order to hear the sound that you are recording through the GUITAR IN jack, the G.IN icon ( ) must appear highlighted (lights letters on a dark background). If it is not highlighted, press the ¶/ button to enable it. TASCAM GB-10 45
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    recorded starting up to 2 seconds before the button was pushed. The RECORD [º] button indicator lights when recording. 3. Press the [ª] button to stop recording. To pause recording, press the RECORD [º] button. To resume recording to the same file, press the RECORD [º] button again. 46 TASCAM GB-10
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    already recorded file being played back to record a new file. For example, you could record a new guitar part over an existing track. NOTE •• When overdubbing, You cannot use the auto-record or manual file is from "0" (minimum) to "20" (maximum), and the default value is "20". TASCAM GB-10 47
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    file being recorded. 6. Press the [ª] button to stop recording. Starting and pausing recording automatically (AUTO REC) This unit can be set to automatically start and pause recording If no file that can be played back has been selected, the following pop-up message appears. 48 TASCAM GB-10 3. Use
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    usual, pressing the RECORD [º] button briefly does not start recording, but does put the unit into recording standby. 9. You can press the [ª] button if you want to stop a recording that has started automatically. CAUTION When overdubbing, the auto-recording function cannot be used. TASCAM GB-10 49
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    hours or more, it will be displayed as 23:59:59. Dividing files (DIVIDE) You can split a recorded file into two files at any position you like. 1. Use the  button, ¯ button, or BROWSEscreen to select the file that you want to divide. 2. Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 50 TASCAM GB-10
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    if the SD card has insufficient open space. •• Division is not possible if the file name would become more than 200 characters long. •• Division is not possible if a file that already exists has the same name as the name that would be given to a new file created by division. TASCAM GB-10 51
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    are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC card being used. •• The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the SD/SDHC card. •• This unit only records in 44.1 kHz, 16-bit WAV format. 52 TASCAM GB-10
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    the contents of the folder that contains the file that was selected on the Home Screen are shown. The icons that appear on the BROWSEScreen have the following meanings. MUSIC folder ( ) The MUSIC Folder is the highest (root) level folder in the hierarchy shown on the BROWSEScreen. TASCAM GB-10 53
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    DELETE A message appears to confirm that you want to delete the selected file. Press the Á button to delete the file and the [ª] button to cancel deletion. Use the §/BROWSE and ¶/ buttons to select the desired item, and press the Á button to execute one of the following operations. 54 TASCAM GB-10
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    folder. This folder becomes the new playback area regardless of the previous playback area setting. When recording, files are created in the folder selected using this operation. Press the Á button to create a the "Layer too Deep" message appears and the folder is not made. TASCAM GB-10 55
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    file (QUICK DELETE) Use the following procedure to conveniently delete the currently selected playback file. 1. On the Home Screen, press and hold the §/BROWSE button to open the QUICK DELETEscreen. 2. Press the Á button again to confirm deletion, or press the [ª] button to cancel. 56 TASCAM GB-10
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    .) The song name, file number and other information for the currently playing file are shown on the display. The "ª" icon appears on the display when playback is stopped at the beginning of a track, and the "π" icon appears when playback is stopped in the middle of a track (paused). TASCAM GB-10 57
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    you turn the guitar input off, the playback level returns to its original level. If the guitar input is on file, when you play back that file, the playback monitoring level will be lower than it was when recording. In this case, use the BALANCE button to set "BALANCE" to its maximum. 58 TASCAM GB-10
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    sound of a connected guitar or bass being played and the playback sound of a file. Use the INPUT volume guitar input off ( level meter area. ), "[OFF]" appears in the When the guitar input is off, the BALANCE setting is canceled and the playback level returns to its original setting. TASCAM GB-10
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    on the SD card. FOLDER Allow playback of all the files in the folder that contains the currently selected file. PLAYLIST Allow playback of the files in the playlist. (See "Playlist" on page 63.) If you select this, but there is no playlist defined, a "No PLAYLIST" pop-up appears. 60 TASCAM GB-10
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    Â or ¯ button because you cannot change to another file. 8-Playback Area and Playlist Selecting a folder for the instructions about using the BROWSEscreen, see "BROWSE screen navigation" on page 53. 3. Press the Á button to open the pop-up menu shown below. Playback area indication TASCAM GB-10
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    §/BROWSE and ¶/ buttons to select the desired file (light on dark). For instructions about using the BROWSEscreen, see "BROWSE screen file starts playing back. Moreover, the folder that contains that file becomes the playback area regardless of the previous playback area setting. 62 TASCAM GB-10
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    the playlist you have made on the PLAYLIST Screen. On this screen, you can also play files and edit the playlist 1. Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2. Use the §/BROWSE and ¶/ buttons to select the "PLAYLIST" menu item, and press the Á button to open the PLAYLISTscreen. TASCAM GB-10 63
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    the Á button to remove all the files or the [ª] button to cancel this operation. DELETE Remove the selected track from the playlist. The file is removed from the playlist, but it is not erased from the SD card. CAUTION No confirmation pop-up message appears before this operation. 64 TASCAM GB-10
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    on the selected file, and the pop-up menu closes. In the above example, the file in the 4th position has been moved to the 3rd position. 2. Press the Á button to complete the movement and return to the ordinary PLAYLIST screen. (The file number no longer appears light on dark.) TASCAM GB-10 65
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    VALUE (+/-) buttons to set the playback speed. The speed can be set in a range between 50% (x0.5) and 150% (x1.5) of the original speed in 10% increments (default value: "x1.0"). KEY can be set in a range of ±6 semitones (â6-ã6). (The default value is "0".) 66 TASCAM GB-10
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    Jump back a set amount and continue playback (flashback) 5. Use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to set the flashback time in a range from 1-10 seconds, in one-second intervals. (Default value: "2" seconds) 6. After completing the setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. TASCAM GB-10 67
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    in this chapter, however, you can also make the unit loop a section of a file that you choose, repeat all the files in the current playback area, play a single track repeatedly or play a single track point to the desired position. Press the  button to save the IN (starting) point. 68 TASCAM GB-10
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    desired intervals in a file. Loop settings for a file are saved until it is removed from the playlist. 1. Press the LOOP button to show the LOOP setting area at the bottom of the display. The word "LOOP" is followed by a number. Use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to set the number to 1-5. TASCAM GB-10 69
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    window is open, press the Á button to playback, press [ª]button to, and press the Ô or  button briefly to search the file. •• Press and hold the Ô or  button to move the IN (starting) or OUT (ending) point. (This is not the LOOP button briefly to turn loop playback ON or OFF. 70 TASCAM GB-10
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    single track playback You can repeatedly play back the current file (one file) or multiple files within the designated playback area. You can also play just one file. 1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen to select the "REPEAT" item, and use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to set TASCAM GB-10 71
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    audio files on a computer Use the abilities of your computer OS or a software application to copy music files from a CD or other source to your computer. When copying files to your computer, choose file types that this unit can handle (the MP3 and WAV files types listed above). 72 TASCAM GB-10
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    , files created by this unit will always have the same fixed times for their creation and modification (EX : 2010/10/01 00:00:00). As a result, when a list of the files is viewed on a computer, arranging them in order of date and time will probably not show them in the order recorded. TASCAM GB-10
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    applied to the input signal during both practice and recording. Turning the effects ON and OFF Press the 10 factory presets (PRESET 01-10) and 10 user settings (USER 01-10). AMP tab Setting the effect Press and hold the EFFECT button to open the EFFECT screen. 74 TASCAM GB-10 Make guitar/bass
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    shown indicate the number of speakers and the speaker diameter simulated. For example, "4x10" indicates four 10-inch speakers. REVERB Adjust the volume of the reverberation. CMP tab Make compressor settings on this tab. of the compressor. ON/OFF This turns this effect on and off. TASCAM GB-10 75
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    on this tab to allow easy access to them in the future. Use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to select the user preset number (USER 01-USER 10). Press the Á button to save the current settings to the selected user preset number. 76 TASCAM GB-10
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    options are AUTO ( [ª] : chromatic tuner mode) and OSC. (Á : oscillator mode). After selecting the mode, press the TUNER button again to make settings for that mode. TASCAM GB-10 77
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    the setting items. OSC NOTE Set the pitch of the tuning tone (C3-B5). OSC LEVEL Set the output level of the tone between 0 and 10 (default value 7). 78 TASCAM GB-10
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    volume between 0and 10. The default value is 5. Starting and stopping the metronome When the METRONOMEscreen is open, press the Á button to start or stop the metronome. NOTE When the METRONOMEscreen is open, press the HOME button to stop the metronome and return to the Home Screen. TASCAM GB-10 79
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    value. 80 TASCAM GB-10 Setting the forward/backward search speed Use the CUE/REV SPEEDitem to set the speed of forward/ backward searching when pressing and holding the Ô/ button during audio file playback. Options: "x2", "x4", "x8" (Default value), "x10" Setting the automatic power off time Use
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    an SD card. Using the FULL FORMATitem deletes all music files on the card, and automatically creates MUSIC and UTILITY folders and a dr-1.sys file. If you use the FULL FORMATitem, the unit checks the appears light on dark). 2. Press the Á button to open a confirmation pop-up window. TASCAM GB-10 81
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    TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately), USB bus power or confirm that the batteries are sufficiently charged. If the power fails during formatting, the formatting might not occur correctly. Changing the file name prefix You can change the prefix for names given to files recorded 82 TASCAM GB-10
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    open the FOOT SWscreen. 4. Use the VALUE (+/-) buttons to change the "MODE" item. MODE PLAY TRAINER EFFECT RECORD MINUTES L REW FLASH PRESET − OVERDUB REW FOOT SW C R PLAY/STOP FWD PLAY/STOP SPEED CHANGE PLAY pedal corresponds to the assignment shown on the FOOT SWscreen. TASCAM GB-10 83
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    files, bit rate (kbps), CBR (constant bit rate) or VBR (variable bit rate) type and sampling frequency (Hz) are shown. TITLE Shows the file name. If an MP3 file has ID3 tag title information that information appears instead. DATE Shows the date and time that the file was created. 84 TASCAM GB-10
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    "REMAIN SIZE" and "USED SIZE". The CARD page shows the use status of the currently inserted SD card. TOTAL MUSIC Shows the number of playable files in the MUSIC Folder. TOTAL FOLDER Shows the number of folders in the MUSIC Folder. TOTAL SIZE Shows the total SD card memory capacity. TASCAM GB-10 85
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    SYSTEMpage shows information about the unit's system settings and firmware version. CUE/REV SPD Shows the speed of forward and backward searching. AUTO OFF Shows the automatic power OFF setting. BATTERY This shows the battery setting. System Ver. Shows the system firmware version. 86 TASCAM GB-10
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    18-Effect Module Parameters List Guitar and bass effects Module Effect Parameter AMP AMP Has an effect like a guitar amp. GAIN Adjusts gain level MASTER Adjusts the output level TONE Adjusts the speed DEPTH Adjusts depth of volume change OFF/ON Turns effect ON or OFF TASCAM GB-10 87
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    sound. TIME F/B Adjusts delay time of effect sound Adjusts volume of repeating sound Higher values increase the repetitions LEVEL Adjusts volume of effect sound 88 TASCAM GB-10
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    file in question. Non-Supported The audio file is not a supported format. Please see "11-Transferring songs to and from a computer" for file formats that this unit can use. Battery Empty The battery is almost out of power of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card. TASCAM GB-10 89
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    Layer too Deep Can't Divide Max File Size File Full Card Error Current File MP3 90 TASCAM GB-10 Meaning and response The FAT formatting of file is larger than the designated size or the recording time exceeded 24 hours. The total number of folders and files exceeds 5000. Erase unnecessary files or
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    and OVERDUB cannot be executed. If any of these errors occur, turn the unit power OFF and restart it. If the power cannot be turned OFF, remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor (if connected). If the error message continues to appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center. TASCAM GB-10 91
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    Error 9 Meaning and response If any of these errors occur, turn the unit power OFF and restart it. If the power cannot be turned OFF, remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor (if connected). If the error message continues to appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center. 92 TASCAM GB-10
  • TASCAM GB-10 | owners manual - Page 93
    the connection again. •• Confirm that the recording level is not too low. •• Has guitar input been disabled (G.IN icon light on dark)? not shown •• Confirm that the SD card is not full. •• Confirm that the number of files has not reached the maximum that the unit can handle. TASCAM GB-10 93
  • TASCAM GB-10 | owners manual - Page 94
    a file. •• Is the SD card write-protect switch engaged? ªª This unit's files do not appear on the computer. •• Confirm that the unit is connected to the computer using its USB port. •• Are you using a USB hub? •• Confirm that the unit is not recording or in recording standby mode. 94 TASCAM GB-10
  • TASCAM GB-10 | owners manual - Page 95
    : 23Ω Nominal output level : -14 dBV (10 kΩ load) Maximum output level : +2 dBV (10 kΩ load) Maximum output : 15 mW + 15 mW (32Ω load) Control input/output ratings USB jack Connector : Mini-B type Format : USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED, mass storage class REMOTE jack Connector : 2.5mm TRS TASCAM GB-10 95
  • TASCAM GB-10 | owners manual - Page 96
    memory USB port (USB 2.0 recommended) Macintosh Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266 MHz or faster 64 MB or more memory USB port (USB 2.0 recommended) Recommended USB host controller Intel chipset Supported OS Windows : Windows XP , Windows Vista , Windows 7 Macintosh : Mac OS X 10.2 or later 96 TASCAM GB-10
  • TASCAM GB-10 | owners manual - Page 97
    adaptor (TASCAM PS-P520, sold separately) USB bus power Power consumption 0.4 W (during MP3 playback) Battery operation time (continuous operation) Alkaline type battery ( EVOLTA ) About 13 hours (WAV recording time may be changed without notification to improve the product. TASCAM GB-10 97
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    GB-10 TEAC CORPORATION Phone: +81-42-356-9143 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 8TE, U.K. TEAC EUROPE GmbH Phone: +49-611-71580 Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany www.tascam.jp www.tascam.com www.tascam.com www.teacmexico.net www.tascam.co.uk www.tascam.de Printed in China
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GB-10
Guitar & Bass
Trainer/Recorder
D01128320B
OWNER’S MANUAL
This device has a serial number
located on the bottom panel.
Please record it and retain it for
your records.
Serial number:
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