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Tascam TA-1VP User Manual

Tascam TA-1VP
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D01141720A
TA-1 V P
Vocal Producer
OWNER'S MANUAL

Table of Contents

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Tascam TA-1VP Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVocal Processor
TechnologyAntares Auto-Tune
CompressorYes
De-esserYes
USBNo
EffectsReverb, Delay
InputXLR, 1/4" TRS
OutputXLR, 1/4" TRS
Frequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHz
Phantom Power+48V
EQYes

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety Information

RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT

Instructions for mounting the unit in a standard 19-inch rack.

2 - Introducing the TASCAM TA-1VP Vocal Producer

2 – Introducing the TASCAM TA-1VP Vocal Producer

Auto-Tune Pitch Correction

Explanation of Antares Auto-Tune technology and its function.

How Auto-Tune corrects pitch

How the TA-1VP adjusts pitch to match a selected scale.

Understanding Compression

Explanation of what audio compression is and why it's used.

Limiting

Explanation of the limiting function in dynamics processing.

What is a De-Esser?

Explanation of de-essing and its purpose.

How Auto-Tune detects pitch

Description of the process by which Auto-Tune identifies input pitch.

Scales

How to use and customize scales for Auto-Tune pitch correction.

Threshold and Ratio

Details on compressor parameters: threshold and ratio.

Dynamic Expansion and Gating

Explanation of downward expanders and noise gates.

Attack and Release Times

Details on compressor attack and release time parameters.

Equalization

Overview of the TA-1VP's equalization capabilities.

Antares Microphone Modeling

Introduction to the technology for emulating different microphones.

3 – Setting Up the TASCAM Vocal Producer

4 - Names and Functions of Parts

Front panel

Detailed description of the TA-1VP's front panel controls and displays.

The AUTO-TUNE Module

Explanation of the controls for the AUTO-TUNE module.

Rear panel

Detailed description of the TA-1VP's rear panel connectors.

The COMPRESSOR/GATE Module

Explanation of the controls for the COMPRESSOR/GATE module.

The DE-ESSER Module

Explanation of the controls for the DE-ESSER module.

5 – Operation

Patching the TA-1VP into your system

Various methods for connecting the TA-1VP into an audio system.

MIC MODELER MODULE

Operation of the Microphone Modeler module.

AUTO-TUNE MODULE

Operation of the Auto-Tune module.

DE-ESSER MODULE

Operation of the De-Esser module.

EQUALIZER/OUTPUT MODULE

Operation of the Equalizer/Output module.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT MONITORING

Critical advice on monitoring during Auto-Tune processing.

COMPRESSOR/GATE MODULE

Operation of the Compressor/Gate module.

Output/Main Bypass Page

Managing output gain and main bypass.

8 – Specifications

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