To Next PageTo Next PageWhy doesn't Tascam Recording Equipment play when I hit play?
If your Tascam 788 doesn't play when you hit PLAY, it might be due to a couple of reasons. First, you may be in a quiet part of the song, so go to a section where audio has been recorded. Second, check that the SYNC SRC is set to INT, not EXT.
What to do if Tascam 788 Recording Equipment is out of time from the source?
If your Tascam 788 is out of time from the source, there are a couple of things you can check. First, look for any MTC offsets that don’t belong. Second, ensure that you have MIDI Time Code enabled to lock the machines with time code.
How to fix pitch wavering and sound cutting out when locking Tascam 788 to another source?
If you're experiencing pitch wavering and sound cutting in and out when locking your Tascam 788 to another source, the issue might be due to different MTC frame rates. Make sure the frame rate is the same on both your master machine and your 788.
What to do if I can’t hear the input submixer on my Tascam 788?
If you can’t hear anything you’ve assigned to the input submixer on your Tascam 788, the input submixer is probably disengaged from the stereo buss. Press and hold SUB MIX to engage it.
How to hear changes when adjusting EQ on Tascam 788 Recording Equipment?
If you're changing the EQ on your Tascam 788 and not hearing the changes, make sure the channel EQ is turned on and add some gain to the FREQ or Q rows.
How to hear the metronome on Tascam 788 Recording Equipment?
To hear the metronome on your Tascam 788, ensure that the SYNC SRC is set to CLOCK.
General| Type | Digital Multitrack Recorder |
|---|---|
| Number of Tracks | 8 |
| Simultaneous Recording Tracks | 8 |
| Simultaneous Playback Tracks | 8 |
| Sample Rate | 44.1 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 16-bit |
| Inputs | 8 XLR/TRS combo inputs |
| MIDI | Yes |
| CD Burner | No |
| Display | LCD |
| Outputs | Stereo outputs, headphone output |
| Built-in Effects | Reverb, Delay |
| EQ | 3-band EQ |
Warning about reducing the risk of electric shock by not removing covers.
Warning to prevent fire or shock hazard by avoiding exposure to rain or moisture.
Explanation of tracking, overdubbing, punching, mixdown, and mastering.
Comparison of multitrack recording methods on disk versus tape.
Details on cutting, copying, pasting, and undoing operations without data loss.
Essential precautions for operating the 788 safely and maintaining it.
Lists essential equipment and guidelines for connecting external devices.
Explains how to use the menu interface, JOG/DATA dial, and ENTER/EXIT keys.
Using predefined assignment patterns for recording, mixdown, or bounce.
How to route input sources and monitor signals through the mixer.
Overview of mixer channels, parameters, and linking functions.
Detailed guide to adjusting equalizer, send levels, faders, and pan controls.
Overview of transport controls and basic playback operation.
Procedures for recording, punch operations, and overdubbing new tracks.
Adjusting playback speed and using Slow Speed Audition for practice.
Overview of track editing functions, including copy, paste, move, and cut.
Undoing and redoing previous editing and recording operations.
Recording a stereo mix to the hard disk for auditioning and re-doing.
Steps to record and finalize audio CDs using the 788.
Process for backing up songs to CD-R and restoring them.
How to configure the internal effect processors EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2.
Detailed parameters for various effects like EQ, delay, reverb, and dynamics.
Using MTC, MIDI Clock, and Sync Track for device synchronization.
Using tempo maps for locating and sync track for master control.
Using MMC to control transport operations between the 788 and other devices.
Using PC and CC messages to control effects and mixer parameters.
Details on power, weight, and dimensions of the unit.
A guide to error messages and the actions to resolve them.
Details the MIDI functions transmitted and recognized by the 788.
