Multi-tracking is a method of sound recording that allows you to separately record a many instruments or vocalists to create a cohesive whole.
What are the benefits of multi-tracking rather than recording a whole band?
The benefits of multi-tracking rather than recording a whole band are that if someone in the band makes a mistake the whole band does not have to re-record. Also one person can play more than one instrument.
Recording equipment checklist]
Microphone
input connection for channel 3
Setting
up 2 audio channels
Auxiliary
button for channel 1
Equaliser
controls
Pan
left/Pan right control
Add
reverb control
Master
volume control
Jack
socket to plug equipment in
Volume
controls for each of the individual channels
Headphone
socket
Monitor control
for the headphone socket
Recording Equipment log sheet
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Name of piece of equipment
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What does it do?
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What type of recording is the equipment suitable for?
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Other technical information
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Labelled diagram
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Health and Safety info
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Microphone stand
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Supports the microphone.
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Any
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N/A
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N/A
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Do not knock it as it may fall over.
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Microphone
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Transmits and collects the sound around it.
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Mainly vocals and instruments
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Condenser omnidirectional
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N/A
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Pop guard is used to protect the inside from water.
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XLR-XLR lead
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Gets the signal to the audio interface.
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Any microphone
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Large diaphragm
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N/A
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Do not trip over or coil them.
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Headphone
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Sends audio back to ears.
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Any
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N/A
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N/A
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Do not turn up loud. Watch the lead.
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Interface
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Changes volume of spate tracks.
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N/A
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C II base/ multi mix
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Records sounds and then allows you to record and manipulate the
audio.
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Live/studio
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The red record button allows you to record as well as hear recording
through the speakers.
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N/A
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