Need a sync box that can do tricks!

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I got a Taxcam BR20-T, I want to do some tricks with it. I also have a fostex d1624 HD recorder that can slave to MTC. I want to sync them together, using the fostex as the master. So, I need to have a sync box that takes MTC from the fostex, and then translates it to Smpte to the tape deck. I also want to be able to control the record function on the BR20.

Or, is there an all in one box than can generate both MTC and Smpte so both machines can slave, as well as having transport controls for both machines? This sounds like a taller order...

thanks
 
We meet again!:cool:

I think TASCAM's MTS1000 Midizer would fit the bill for what you want it to do. It has time code in SMTPE, midi and a third standard that escapes my mind right now. It has time displays in hh:mm:ss: frame and full transport controls.

They're not manufactured any longer so, you will have to scope one out on Ebay or elsewhere.

I think I should look for one too as I have two reel to reels, a few keyboards and a computer that would be nice to tie all together with this piece.

Good luck!

Cheers! :)
 
For analog freaks, they are a must have. I have one, and this is one of a kind, believe me. It does everything but cook dinner....well, almost anyway:p But get a manual, cause it is NOT very intuitive.
fitZ
 
thanks for the replies! Does the MTS-1000 have the facilities for the 37 pin connector on the BR20? what kind of cable would I need to get from the MTS1000 to the BR20?
 
I don't know what connector you are referring to. The midiizer has numerous multipin connectors referred to as Accessory 1 and Accessory 2. I am not familiar with your machine, but I believe this is a 2 track, no. Why would you need synch for a mastering machine? I'm not sure the midiizer will work as a transport controller for it. It does for my MSR's, but it was designed with multitrack machines in mind, not the 2 track machines, although there may be a workaround designed into the BSR that allows for control from the midiizer. Look at the manual, or at the back of the machine and see if the connector is labled Accessory one or two.

One other thing, IF it does have the ability to interface with the midiizer, when you buy one, make sure there is an "Accessory" cable with it. These are not available from Tascam anymore, although there are aftermarket companys who do manufacture them. Personally, I had to make 2 of them, but they are definitely no fun. Not that difficult, but you can potentially damage the electronics by misplaced soldering to the pinouts.

fitZ:)
 
RICK FITZPATRICK said:
I don't know what connector you are referring to. The midiizer has numerous multipin connectors referred to as Accessory 1 and Accessory 2. I am not familiar with your machine, but I believe this is a 2 track, no. Why would you need synch for a mastering machine? I'm not sure the midiizer will work as a transport controller for it. It does for my MSR's, but it was designed with multitrack machines in mind, not the 2 track machines, although there may be a workaround designed into the BSR that allows for control from the midiizer. Look at the manual, or at the back of the machine and see if the connector is labled Accessory one or two.
fitZ:)
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what I want to do is sync both my two track BR20 and a fostex D1624 together. I'll record into the BR20 two tracks, then dump them into digital. Just to get that "tape" sound onto my digital tracks. If I can make either machine the master and have the other slave, that's fine. Or control both from something like the MTS1000. There's nothing currently made that's similar to the MTS 1000?

BTW - the BR20 has accessory 1 in the back....
 
Accessory 1 should be your ticket to connecting to the Midiizer.;)
 
From my understanding, in order to synch 2 tape machines to each other or anything else, you still have to use one track to stripe the tape with SMPTE, regardless which is the master. How else can the midizer or any other synch device tell where the tape is, and tell the machine to speed up or slow down. That leaves one track. If your recording drums, you have no way of recording even stereo, let alone a multiple mic/track mix. Unless I'm missing something. I have heard of machines that have a third track just for this, but I am not familiar with them.
fitZ
 
The BR20"T" is a two track stereo PLUS center Time code track deck.

It uses the guard band in-between the left and right channel to stripe the tape with time code, still leaving two tracks for full stereo mastering or basic tracking.

Cheers! :)
 
Hey GFM, that was my guess, but wasn't sure. Why else would a two track have an Accessory 1 connector though. Although transport control is a reason now that I think about it. I have a manual for the midiizer, but have never seen anything about arming a two track for record. That may have to be done on the machine itself. I'll have to look it up.
 
Rick,

Hows the studio construction coming?

I haven't been following the progress in the studio construction wing of this bbs.

Is there progress?

Cheers! :)
 
Is there progress?
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I wish. Conflicts with reality leave me with little time, and age waits for no man. The older I get, the less I feel like dinking with it, although the desire is there, the light at the end of the tunnel becomes less bright daily. So does the reason to pursue it. I wish it were different, but life has a way of consuming the best of intentions. Thanks for the interest though.

fitZ:rolleyes:
 
Geeze!:(

I remember a man determined and excited a few short months ago about getting it all going and building a really sweet set up.

I sure hope this is just a temporary set back for you Rick, as I know you're a good guitarist and you have some great equipment there to build on.

Keep your chin up, dude!:cool:

Cheers! :)
 
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