Yamaha MT4X - Manual (Page 21)

19 Recording Functions
User’s Guide
Overdubbing
Overdub recording is the basis of all multi-track recording. It enables you to record additional instruments
or parts track-by-track while listening to the previously recorded tracks.
Preparations for recording
1) Connect the input source for each channel to the corresponding
MIC/LINE INPUT connector.
2) Set the input select key to the MIC/LINE position.
3) Rotate the GAIN control to adjust the level of the input signal.
4) Using the ASSIGN keys and the PAN control select the group bus you want the input signal to go to.
5) Press the REC SELECT keys for the tracks you want to record.
The corresponding REC SELECT - TRACK indicator on the display will flash.
6) Press the MONITOR SELECT - CUE key.
7) Press the PLAY key to playback the tape. As the tape plays, adjust the CUE LEVEL controls for the
selected tracks. Set the monitor volume with the MONITOR/PHONES level control.
8) Press the RETURN TO ZERO key to rewind the tape back to “0000” on the tape counter.
Set the recording levels
9) Press the REHE key ( R ).
The indicator above the key lights and any flashing REC SELECT - TRACK indicators will be
illuminated.
10) Set the channel fader to the nominal level between “7” and “8” and adjust the GAIN controls.
Note: Connecting an instrument with a high output impedance such as an electric guitar or bassguitar
to the MT4X may increase noise and distortion. If this happens, connect a direct box or effect unit between
the instrument and the MT4X to reduce the impedance.
Drum track
Track to be overdubbed Track 1 Track 1
Track 2 Track 2
Track 3 Track 3
Track 4 Track 4