Recent content by Maros

Hi, this is my first analog recording. It was recorded on Tascam ATR60-8 and mixed via Soundcraft MH-2. Outboard FXs were only DBX166XL and MDX2600 (old one from 90s) compressors, and some guitar reverb in parallel. Drums were recorded into 2 tracks and mixed while recording. After that was...

Both and it seems to be equal and higher then hiss from the blank tape. I have to try REC EQ setting, but I did not have a time today. When I was doing calibration of the playback/bias setting I had connected oscilloscope and AC milivoltmeter. Unfortunately I did not check overall frequency...

I did calibration with MRL tape and I also set -3dB bias, because of SM911 datasheet. Now, I downloaded a manual, where there are "a new pages" for me and in my previous manual they were missing. So now I know that there is REC EQ trim pot and today I will check overal frequency response. So...

I built Pultec based EQ with some modifications (Peak/Shelving mode, and mid option). You could check it: GarageInstruments(R) - Boutique amplification Its fascinating how it sounds and how famous "low end trick" works. In user manual was prohibited to turn BOOST and CUT at the same time but...

It sounds like there is a ground problem inside it - bad contact/wire. I thought that it could be problem with PAN potentiometer but when you have problem with faders and EQ too, it could be bad ground. You have to open it and check it. Maybe some move with wires or small pressure on PCB causes...

Of course, I did. There is no problem with it. Equalisation is IEC1. Now I listen it again and hiss seems to be normal for tape :) Anyway, this is my "hiss" track: 5sec - 1kHz / +4dBu signal to all tracks from generator and all tracks REPRO mode. Calibration 250nW/m. 5sec - 1kHz / +4dBu...

Why? I think that its really useful. It is really S/N ratio because there is Signal with nominal level (nominal +4dBu input signal = 0VU on the meters = +4dBu on the outputs). After that I set gain on mixing console to 0VU for all 8 tracks. After that I equally set all 8 faders to get 0VU on the...

I recorded something yesterday but I leave it in studio so today I will upload it for you today. It is recorded like this: 5sec - 1kHz / +4dBu signal to all tracks from generator and all tracks REPRO mode. Calibration 250nW/m. 5sec - 1kHz / +4dBu signal to all tracks from generator and all...

Yes, thats what I am talking about. With muted channels I mean that noise its NOT from mix console, or microphones. Also if TASCAM is in INPUT mode there is no hiss transfered to outputs, so its definitely from recording process. When I record silence there is BIG step in hiss.

Hi everyone, this really bothers me. I have 8-track Tascam ATR60 calibrated to 250nW/m. When I playback all 8 tracks and I am using a NEW RTM SM911 blank tape the tape hiss is quite normal. Nothing strange. When I hit record for all 8 track tape hiss is really significant even all inputs on...

Hi guys, I am finishing restoration of my new Studer A80VU 24 track. When it will be finished I will send you pictures just for pleasure and I will describe whole process. BUT: I really need calibration tape. I know that I should buy it from MRL tapes but I ordered 1/2" tape for my 8-track 2...

OK - I answer by myself When isopropyl for 3 times cannot solve this problem I used simple warm water + dish soap + tooth brush + isopropyl. I had to repeat this sequence 3 times. After that brake works like a charm. 80p (~0.78N) in low force direction and around 800p (~7,8N) in high force...

Yes, but I did not move with any spring and I really cleaned drum with isopropyl. Before my "stupid" brake disassembly and cleaning, it really works - braking force was so so much higher. But I have to disassemble because of bearing. Maybe I should try acetone or soft sand paper?

Hi guys, I have a strange problem with right brake. I had to disassembly brake drum, because of cleaning reel motor bearing. When it was disassembled I cleaned metal brake belt with isopropylalcohol and also brake drum lining. I put it back and brake doesnt work properly - brake force is really...

If you look into schematic there is no better place for HPF. Because there is REV button for select input from mic/line/tape and thats the point right where insert jack is.