Teac A-2340 - Simul-Sync Recording

~ SIMUL-SYNC RECORDING
This is a recording technique wherein discrete, synchronized program material may
be recorded independently on all 4 tracks. For instance, rhythm section may be
« recorded on track 1, brass section on track 3, vocals on track 2 and or 4. The re-
“gultant 4 synchronized tracks may be reproduced on a conventional 4 channel play-
back system with the sound mix readily controlled by the independent level controls.
This feature has unlimited applications, an instrumental background may be placed
on one track, a vocalist may add the voice selections at a later time, perfectly
synchronized through the use of the SIMUL-SYNC feature.
“SIMUL-SYNC , in simple terms, allows you to play back and monitor one track without
time delay while recording a second, third or fourth track in perfect synchroniza-
tion, any recorded track may be monitored and the remaining 3 tracks synchronized
with it. The head function selector switches provide this feature by changing
the function of the record head to playback when the switch is placed in the SIMUL-
SYNC position, thereby eliminating the time delay which occurs during normal tape
monitoring on conventional machines.
This feature permits maximum flexibility in the production of special effects tapes.
Each track may be recorded independently and the resultant sound mix played back
and re-recorded on a master tape using a second deck. With 8 individual input con-
trols, MIC/LINE mixing can be accomplished on each track. Individual output con-
trols for each track permit the final recording to be blended with each tracks out-
put
at
the
optimum
level.
In
actuality
the
2340/3340
functions
as
a
complete
recording console without the necessity of complex auxiliary equipment.
1. Make a monophonic recording of the basic program material on track 1.
This will serve as the basic reference track for all additional recorded
material. Make certain the L1 head switch is in the NORMAL position while
recording.
2. With tape stopped, retard the L] OUTPUT, place L1 MONITOR switch
in
TAPE
position.
Slide
the
L1
head
function
selector
switch
to
SIMUL-SYNC position.
CAUTION:
To
prevent
the
recording
of
switch
noise,
NEVER
CHANGE
the
position
of
the
head
function
selector
switches
WHILE
A
-
RECORDING
IS
BEING
MADE.