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Convention Paper

An Optical Disk-Based 32-Channel Multitrack Recorder

Authors: Reussner, Thomas; Mang, Christian

AES Convention 92 · Paper 3340 · March 1992

Abstract

Disk-based recording systems offer instant access, riskless editing and high audio quality, but until now could not compete with tape recorders concerning three major aspects:Multitracking, archiving, ergonomy. This article describes a 32-channel multitrack recorder that utilizes rewriteable optical disks and is designed to replace standard tape-based analog or digital tape recorders. It explains a unique backup strategy which is not noticeable for the operator and which excels tape-based multitrack recorders by offering new features like riskless overdubbing and unlimited recording time.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 92
AES Convention
92
Paper number
3340
Publication date
March 6, 1992
Session subject
Digital Recording and Reproduction
Affiliation
Direct Research, Darmstadt, Germany ; AKG Akustische u. Kino-Gerate GmbH., Vienna, Austria (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper