multi-track

Several recording channels

Multi-track describes recording or playback using multiple separate audio channels that can be edited independently.

A multi-track recording captures vocals, drums, guitar, and other elements on distinct tracks, allowing engineers to adjust each one: We laid down the bass on track three.

The term extends to any system with parallel paths or channels running simultaneously.

recording

audio

Transmitted sound content

  • DAWAudio production software
  • mixingCombining into one mass
  • overdubAdd audio layers post-recording

stems · layered · channels · studio · bouncing · sequencer · vocals · instruments · panning · faders

careers

parallel

Equidistant at all points

diversified · freelance · moonlighting · hybrid · nonlinear · entrepreneurial · transferable

diplomacy

backchannel

Unofficial communication pathway

unofficial · parallel · intermediary · shuttle · envoy · mediation · informal · stakeholder · peacebuilding · engagement

railway

rails

Guiding metal bars

  • junctionPoint where things meet
  • switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
  • trainRail vehicle or instruct

parallel · gauge · mainline · siding · freight · passenger · signal · platform · locomotive · marshalling

education

pathway

Designated route for travel

curriculum · electives · remedial · honors · advanced · differentiated · specialized · coursework · diploma

Opposites
number of channels/tracks

multi-tracksingle-track

Having one path only

mono · monophonic · monaural · one-track · single

recording/production approach

multi-tracklive recording

Audio from real event

unmixed · raw · field recording · lo-fi

Family

multitrack, multitracking, multitracks, multitracked

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G