Yamaha MT4X - Manual (Page 4)

Introduction 2
User’s Guide
Introduction
Your MT4X Multitrack Cassette recorder is a powerful recording tool that will allow you to capture your
music at a very high level of sound quality. It is an advanced technology, easy-to-use four-track cassette
tape recorder with a comprehensive four-channel mixer.
In order to make use of the many features of the MT4X and to obtain the best performance, please read this
manual thoroughly — and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Features
General
The MT4X consists of a four-channel mixer section and a four-track cassette tape recorder section inside a
compact enclosure. Independent recording and playback is possible for each track. This allows you to
create high-quality multi-track recordings.
Mixer
• The mixer section is equipped with independent stereo buses for greater flexibility.
• Continuously variable gain controls are provided for each input channel. These can be used with any
input source, from microphones to electronic instruments.
• Each channel has a three band equalizer (HIGH, MID, and LOW) giving you flexible tone-shaping
capabilities.
• Dual AUX SEND and AUX RETURN (stereo) connectors allow you to add effects from external signal
processors. You can assign the AUX RETURN signal to each channel as required.
Recorder
• The dbx

noise reduction system provides substantial noise reduction and a wide dynamic range.
• An automatic punch-in/out recording function and a rehearsal function make recording easier and
more accurate. Locate functions, such as memory and return-to-zero are provided for additional
convenience.
• A large, multi-functional display shows the recording and playback levels, along with a tape counter
and other indicators, giving you immediate and helpful information about the status of the MT4X.
• The pitch control allows you to vary the tape speed with in a range of approximately
±
10%. This can be
useful when you have to compensate for pitch variations during an overdub.
• The tape transport is a full-logic mechanism, making recording and playback operation smooth and
simple.
• The transport offers two speeds: 9.5 cm/sec and 4.8 cm/sec.