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If your Yamaha Cassette Player recordings play back at a lower (or higher) pitch by one octave, ensure you are using the same tape speed as you used for recording.
General| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | MT 400 |
| Category | Cassette Player |
| Language | English |
Critical safety guidelines regarding operating environment, handling, and potential hazards.
Information on potential interference and copyright/trademark details.
Details on the MT400's core components: Mixer and Recorder sections, plus utility functions.
Guidelines for selecting and purchasing appropriate cassette tapes for the MT400.
Explanation of how the MT400 records tracks differently from standard cassette recorders.
Explanation of GAIN, EQ, AUX, and CUE controls for input channels 1-4.
Details on STEREO INPUT LEVEL controls, INPUT-FLIP, PAN, and Faders.
Controls for MONITOR LEVEL, monitor select switch, and STEREO fader.
Controls for tape speed, pitch, dbx, REC SELECT, and METER SELECT.
Operation of ZERO STOP, tape counter, and transport buttons (REC, PLAY, REW, FF, STOP, PAUSE).
Explanation of Level Meters, REC SELECT indicators, and POWER indicator.
Details on MIC/LINE, INSERT I/O, STEREO INPUT, and AUX SEND connections.
Ports for headphone monitoring and footswitch connection.
Rear panel connections for power, sync signals, monitor, and stereo outputs.
Initial setup steps and system connection overview for first-time use.
Steps for powering on, loading tape, and initial track recording.
Pre-recording checks and setting appropriate input levels for optimal sound.
Choosing tracks for recording and adjusting monitoring levels and EQ.
Steps to initiate recording, stop, rewind, and play back the initial take.
Choosing tracks and adjusting monitoring for recording new sounds over existing ones.
Procedure for starting and stopping overdub recording and playback.
Connecting to a master recorder and routing tape tracks for mixing.
Steps for recording the final stereo mix onto a master recorder.
Mixing multiple input sources into a stereo signal and recording to two tracks simultaneously.
Fine-tuning levels, pan, EQ, and monitoring for multi-channel recording.
Method for mixing and recording existing tracks onto an empty track to free up space.
Combining external sources with tape tracks using MIC/LINE and STEREO INPUTS.
Connecting external processors via INSERT I/O jacks for dynamic and tonal effects.
Applying effects to multiple channels by connecting to AUX SEND jacks.
Using AUX SENDs to apply effects to multiple channels during recording.
Applying effects to monitor signals while recording dry tracks.
Using AUX SENDs to apply effects to track signals during the mixdown process.
Simple method for punch in/out recording using the REC SELECT switch.
Performing punch in/out recording hands-free with an optional footswitch.
Integrating the MT400 with a MIDI sequencer for synchronized playback.
Explanation of SMPTE timecode and FSK formats for synchronization.
Connecting the MT400 to a MIDI system using an FSK/MIDI converter.
Connecting the MT400 to a MIDI system using a SMPTE/MTC converter.
Solutions for common operational problems and symptoms.
Guidelines for cleaning and demagnetizing tape heads for optimal performance.
