Cassette Simulation vs Real Tape - SP-404 MK2 vs. Tascam PS 414

Опубликовано: 16 Март 2026
на канале: Derived Doom
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The Cassette simulation is a particularly unique and useful effect of the SP-404 MK2. However, the extensive setting options make it difficult to set a realistic sound.

In this video the sound of the simulation is compared to a 4-track recorder.
What influence does the effect have, how does a classic recording differ from a purely digital recording, and how to match the FX settings to the original cassette.

Contents
00:00 C01: Introduction
01:00 C02: Contents
01:56 C03: Tascam Portastudio 414
03:09 C04: Determine the signal-to-noise ratio of the cassette
04:03 C05: Frequency behavior of the devices and recording media
05:26 C06: Setting the LUFS values

Comparisons
06:19 C07: Comparison A: SP-404 analogue vs. PS 414 mixer
09:39 C08: Comparison B: PS 414 tape vs. SP 404 cassette sim
13:02 C09: Comparison C: PS 414 Tape DBX vs. SP 404 Cassette sim
16:21 C10: Comparison D: PS 414 tape material Type I vs. Type II

Final Comparison (If you are in a hurry...)
19:40 C11: Comparison E: PS 414 vs SP 404 Cassette sim tweaked
22:55 C12: Conclusion and settings for the SP 404 MK2

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