TASCAM DR-07 498–RecordingTIPWAV files do not use data compression and•are truer to the character of the sound, butthey use much memory. Since MP3 files usedata compression, they do not use nearly asmuch memory. For example, ordinary audioCD tracks are 16-bit, 44.1 kHz WAV files. A3.5–minute CD track uses about 35 MB ofspace when copied to a hard drive. The sametrack converted to a 128 kbps MP3 file usesonly about 3.2 MB.If you are making a recording that you intend•to use in the production of a CD, it is a goodidea to record WAV files. If you have enoughspace, 24-bit recording gives you extra headroom, allowing you to capture a greaterdynamic range. When recording rehearsals,lectures and songwriting ideas, for example,and higher quality audio is not as importantas smaller file size, MP3 may be a betterchoice. There are many excellent books (andresources on the Internet) about digitalrecording if you want to learn more aboutthese formats.Selecting the input sourceFollow these procedures to select the input source.1 Press the MENU key and select INPUTSETTING item, then press the ¥/π key toopen the Input Setting Screen.2 Use the INPUT item to select one of thefollowing input sources.
