Imperfect Layering: I believe that one reason why it is uncommon to mix audio onto tape this way is because the layering is far from perfect sounding. No, this mixture is being done on the tape itself. Note that this is not a mixture that has been done electronically (ie, read the previous track, mix it with the in-coming new audio, then record the mixed audio onto a fresh track). As is clear in the audio demo and in the spectrogram, both layers are clearly there. Then, onto the same track, I recorded the Monotron with wilder variations in pitch. Here, I first recorded the basic warbling tone from the Monotron as already seen in my other examples. An example of this sound-on-sound recording is given in the third audio demo (and in the third spectrogram above). So, when you go to record audio onto a track, it becomes layered on top of the audio that was already there. Layering Audio in One Track: Another important effect of defeating the erase head is that nothing clears the track between recordings. This is the gap that I have been hearing in my loops. As a result, there is always a one-inch section of the tape that will contain no audio at all. When recording (or playing), the tape passes over the erase head to be cleared prior to passing over the record head to receive the new audio. You can also see that it is indeed physically separated from the play/record head (by about an inch). As you can see in the picture below, it is nicely labeled.
My Tascam Portastudio 424, Outside and InsideĮrase Head vs Record Head: Since I assumed that my problem with the gap in my recorded loops was due to the erase head, I began my examination with finding the erase head. So, like a doctor poking and prodding, let's begin. Since I have no schematic for my Portastudio (does anyone have one that they can send to me?), I'm forced to figure things out by physical examination. Note: To cut down on spammers, cookies must be enabled to post comments to this page.The Portastudio 4-Track Cassette Recorder: Below is a photo of the outside and of the inside of my Portastudio cassette recorder. Please copy the displayed number into the box to post: 730522 Rate this product out of five: * optional To receive automated replies be sure to add a valid email address!Ĭomments * required field! - NO weblinks allowed in this feild! Your Email * required field! (will not be displayed)Īdd your email if you want replies to any question you post - You will receive an email if someone replies!
#Tascam 424 mkii vs 414 mkii manual
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#Tascam 424 mkii vs 414 mkii portable
Use it for demos, as a portable sketch pad, or for practicing recording techniques. For convenience, there are also 2 XLR microphone inputs, and a 1/4" HiZ guitar input. A high-speed transport, combined with Hi & Low EQ and dbx noise reduction means great sound. The new 414mkII Portastudio is ideal for newcomers or those experienced in multitrack recording, packing high-end features into a convenient, compact and economical package. Anyways I own the previous model and it is a great product.įor you or as a gift. Cheap easy to get media (cassettes) light and portable, and if you wake up in the night with a killer idea, they are instant to get an idea down, unlike digital units which have to be fiddled with to get ready for recording.
Noobs might turn their noses up in this digital age at these old skool cassette based porta-studio's but trust me they are worth their weight in gold for getting ideas down, taping rehearsals etc. Tascam 414 MKII TASCAM 414 MKII, 4 track Portastudio, 4 channel Mixer, 9,5 cm/s, dbx.
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