Yamaha MT4X Owner's Manual - Page 4
Introduction - multitrack cassette recorder
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Introduction Introduction 2 Your MT4X Multitrack Cassette recorder is a powerful recording tool that will allow you to capture your music at a very high level of sound quality. It is an advanced technology, easy-to-use four-track cassette tape recorder with a comprehensive four-channel mixer. In order to make use of the many features of the MT4X and to obtain the best performance, please read this manual thoroughly - and keep it in a safe place for future reference. Features General The MT4X consists of a four-channel mixer section and a four-track cassette tape recorder section inside a compact enclosure. Independent recording and playback is possible for each track. This allows you to create high-quality multi-track recordings. Mixer • The mixer section is equipped with independent stereo buses for greater flexibility. • Continuously variable gain controls are provided for each input channel. These can be used with any input source, from microphones to electronic instruments. • Each channel has a three band equalizer (HIGH, MID, and LOW) giving you flexible tone-shaping capabilities. • Dual AUX SEND and AUX RETURN (stereo) connectors allow you to add effects from external signal processors. You can assign the AUX RETURN signal to each channel as required. Recorder • The dbx™ noise reduction system provides substantial noise reduction and a wide dynamic range. • An automatic punch-in/out recording function and a rehearsal function make recording easier and more accurate. Locate functions, such as memory and return-to-zero are provided for additional convenience. • A large, multi-functional display shows the recording and playback levels, along with a tape counter and other indicators, giving you immediate and helpful information about the status of the MT4X. • The pitch control allows you to vary the tape speed with in a range of approximately ±10%. This can be useful when you have to compensate for pitch variations during an overdub. • The tape transport is a full-logic mechanism, making recording and playback operation smooth and simple. • The transport offers two speeds: 9.5 cm/sec and 4.8 cm/sec. User's Guide