Korg D4 User Manual

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Introduction
 
Thank you for purchasing the 
 
KORG D4 Digital Recorder
 
.
In order to take full advantage of the D4 and enjoy trouble-
free operation, please read this manual carefully. After you 
have read this manual, please keep it for future reference.
 
Main features
 
The D4 is a digital multi-track recorder that uses “Com-
pactFlash” as its recording and storage medium.
The D4 lets you record individual tracks using a guitar, 
keyboard, mic, or other instruments, and then mix your 
tracks into a completed song — all without requiring any 
additional equipment. The D4 also contains a full comple-
ment of Editing tools such as copy, delete, expansion, 
compression and more. 
 
CompactFlash
 
CompactFlash provides a convenient and reliable media 
format for recording and archiving your data. This solid-
state media requires no bulky drive mechanism, keeping 
the D4 quiet and portable. You can also use the USB con-
nector to send the recorded data to your computer.
 
Virtual tracks
 
The D4 has four recording/playback tracks. Each track 
provides 8 virtual tracks. These virtual tracks give you the 
equivalent of 32 tracks (4 tracks 
 
×
 
 8) of multi-track record-
ing.
 
Effects
 
The built-in effect unit features Korg’s “
” modeling 
technology, and contains 100 different effect programs cre-
ated by professional musicians and engineers. You can 
also save 100 of your own original effect programs in the 
user area.
 
Rhythm patterns
 
Metronome and PCM rhythm patterns are provided as 
reference and to enhance your recordings.
 
Additional features
 
The D4 provides other functions such as a tuner and 
assignable locate points to meet your recording needs.