Pro's Tech Tips - How to use a Yamaha MT8X Cassette Recorder (Part 1)

[@Dan-it6pb]

This machine was only slightly less confusing for me to learn than the 488. The input assign info was especially helpful even after spending quite a bit of time working with it already. Thanks for making it as simple as possible.

[@mikeymountain89]

Do you know if i can use it to record directly to a daw instead of a cassette?

[@bcain5823]

@@mikeymountain89 i have an MT4X which is the 4 track version. Both are very similar in operation, from what I see. Mine has 4 RCA Tape Out connections on the back. According to the manual, the main signals from the tracks are recorded to the cassette and sent out to these connectors. I would assume if you have 4 inputs (or with the MT8X, 8) into your audio interface, you should be able to record into the DAW at the same time.

[@yungforeverboy]

Thank god someone finally posted a tutorial on this god bless ya

[@travisraab]

This is great info

[@PortaStud]

Super fun video thanks man!

[@vask8ers1]

Just grabbed one of these and I really appreciate the tutorial really needed that! One question is the 8 tape outs on the back can I plug those into an 8 channel mixer to use as instead of the on board mixer?

[@simondavid2519]

How do you work with stereo imaging on this if you have to use the pan knob to select odd/even tracks ?

[@maIwaldron]

Wondering this too

[@TheWolfbass]

In record mode, they are use to select the odd/even tracks to record on. In mix mode they work as normal pan pots. pretty simple.

[@m3llowrush]

@@TheWolfbass mix mode?

[@TheWolfbass]

Yeah, the ‘flip‘ bitton below (on the MT8X) or above (MT8X II) the pan pot. It switches between record (mic/line) and playback (tape). That‘s how analog recording consoles work if you don‘t have inline mixing.

[@rodjohnston8065]

Absolutely brilliant thanks for the info brother.

[@iangeorgemusic]

well this dude is dope

[@IrieSoundsInternational]

can you record multiple tracks at a time with this unit (for instance having individual drum mics going into each channel)?

[@lolcaat]

yes it does, but only 4 channels. i tried to record 8 channels at once but that does not work. but yes it works.

[@BinxKnight1488]

Id recommend you use a mixer in front sent out to a single channel

[@TheWolfbass]

You don‘t have to use a separate mixer. There‘s one built into this machine (: Theoretically, you could record all the inputs (8 mic/line and 2 or 3 FX returns) onto one track. Or spread almost every combination possible onto the four tracks you can record at once.

[@Milesthehumanman]

@@TheWolfbass the mt8x only records 4 at a time

[@TheWolfbass]

@@MilesthehumanmanDid you read what I wrote? 🤔

[@travisraab]

I'm actually using this to learn how to use it 😂

[@prostechtips1996]

I dont see whats funny here...

[@RandyRan9545]

Hi，what's the connection of the "tape out" jack please

[@mikeymountain89]

Do you know if i can use it to record directly to a daw instead of a cassette?

[@bcain5823]

See my reply to you up the chain...

[@m3llowrush]

How come my signals weaker after it's recorded? >:|

[@retrohale_]

I need some help with the mic preamps please! I'm not planning on recording something on a mic. I got a Drummachine with 8 Individual outputs. Do i still need a preamp then to get a good signal? thanks in advance

[@bcain5823]

I have an MT4X but they are very similar. I would expect that your drum machine should produce 'line level' signals. Try it with the Gain control more to the Line side.

[@jasoncotter3518]

Why does mine stop recording right at 9 seconds on the counter? What am I, or what is wrong with it?

[@CarlosCastilla]

Excellent 👍👍

[@RecordDetectives]

Dude you rock, now it’s time to mix and master can you show outputs for that…

[@brucedickeymusic]

My brain hurts

[@GypsyMoon]

Hello, I am from PA.. I use to own one of these when my band was recording allot. I have about 30 tapes of us, just catching what we played.. My singer Steve, just passed away Aug. 29th, and I no longer have this unit to get the tracks down on the computer... Would there be ANY way I could rent this unit for about a week or two? I would love to just buy it but no funds for purchase. I know you don't know me from adam but it would mean allot to me, and his parents. If not, could I make payments? If not, I understand, I just can't find this anywhere, and the ones I do either don't work or playback... Thank you for your time. PS: I have mixed allot of bands, If thats something you would want to work with..? Sorry if this message is out of line for asking, I just dont have any options.