FourTrack Guide

• Multitrack Recording - 4 tracks plus bounce
• Input Monitoring - to enable/disable input monitoring use FourTrack's settings tool. Input monitoring is enabled when a track is armed and in either Pause or Record mode. Playback of existing tracks overrides input monitoring. When input monitoring is on, sliders on armed tracks are enabled and control the monitor mix.
• Slide-to-Record - prevents over-writing your tracks
• Latency Compensation - accurate to within 1ms - The buffersize chosen for FourTrack is a compromise between latency and processing efficiency for all the tasks that FourTrack needs to accomplish on iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. We are working to reduce it, and may offer a lower latency option on more powerful devices like the iPhone 4S.
• Recording Quality - 16 bit, 44.1 kHz
• File Import and File Sharing - import wav, mp3, or aiff files through email attachments or by dragging audio files into FourTrack in iTunes; or copy audio from AudioCopy enabled apps. See instructions in the guide below.
• Each track features Pan, Gain, and Record
• GuitarJack Song Tool - adjust the input settings of the GuitarJack audio input/output accessory for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. See Song Tools below.
• Calibrated Meters - accurately monitor record and playback levels
• Calibrated Faders - accurately adjust playback level of each track
• Taylor EQ - See Song Tools below.
• MasterFX - sweeten the sound of your recordings with a compressor-limiter and a 4-band parametric EQ
• Output Compressor-Limiter - automatically fattens sound of the output mix
• Metronome - select tempo by number or tapping. Includes pro drum recordings.
• Bounce - mix song to track 1 and 2 of a new song to record as many tracks as you want
• Mix - save the mix as a stereo file
• AudioCopy/AudioPaste - See Song Tools below
• WiFi sync mix or individual tracks to a computer and import into any software that imports WAV files
• NEW: Bass Response Correction - when set to AUTO, this will boost the bass response of the recorded signal when using the built-in microphone and headset jack, but not affect devices connected via the dock connector.
• NEW: Speaker Playback - audio can now be played through the speaker in addition to the headset/earpiece.
• NEW: GuitarTone Amps & Effects - See Song Tools below.

1. Audio files attached to emails can be imported by opening the email using the iPhone's email client (not the web browser), then pressing and holding the attached audio file. A dialogue box will open asking which program you would like to open that file in. If FourTrack is installed on your device, FourTrack will be an option. This method requires iOS 4 or greater.
2. Connect your device to your computer, open iTunes on your computer, go to Devices/Apps, scroll to bottom, select FourTrack, then drag audio files from your computer into the FourTrack Documents list. FourTrack on your phone will automatically recognize that there is an import availalble and will ask you if you would like to import it. When you say OK, FourTrack will create a new song named the same as the file you imported, or if you click "Cancel", you may wait and use FourTrack's File Import song tool later. This method requies iOS 4 or greater and iTunes 9.2 or greater. (Note, FourTrack's Sessions folder in this location in iTunes on your desktop can be dragged out of iTunes to the desktop as an export method.)
3. Also copy audio from AudioCopy compatible apps to a track in FourTrack.

1. WiFI Sync - Tap "Song Tools" and then "Song List" in the top right corner to see a list of songs you have created. On the bottom of the screen, tap "WiFi Sync." An IP address URL will be displayed on your device. On your desktop computer, open a browser and log on to the displayed URL. This will take you to a webpage with download links to all your song files. NOTE: Your computer and your device must be on the same wireless network for this to work.
2. Export to RiffWorks T4 or RiffWorks Standard from FourTrack is most recommended because it is the only export method that will capture the pan and gain settings used in FourTrack. This method requires that your computer and device are on the same wireless network and that WiFi is on on your device and computer. In FourTrack, tap "Song Tools" and then "Song List" in the top right corner to see a list of songs you have created. On the bottom of the screen, tap "WiFi Sync." An IP address URL will be displayed on your device. Open RiffWorks or RiffWorks T4 on your desktop computer and click "Import." You will be asked to confirm the transfer on your device.
3. File sharing with iTunes 9.2 and iOS 4* - Go into the Fourtrack File Sharing section of the Apps tab in iTunes and drag your session onto your desktop.
   
   *Important Warning - To prevent losing data during iTunes sync:
   1. MAC - Before connecting your device, in iTunes, click on Preferences - Devices to access the device menu. Make sure the "Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically" box is checked. Doing this will require you to manually sync from this point forward.
   PC - Before connecting your device, in iTunes click Edit - Preferences - Devices tab. Make sure the "Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically" box is checked. Doing this will require you to manually sync from this point forward.
   2. Before syncing, back up your device. To back up, right click on your device and click "Back Up".
   3. Before syncing, make sure to transfer purchases. To do this click File - Transfer Purchases from "NAME OF YOUR DEVICE"
   Following these steps will prevent information from being deleted accidentally from your device. For additional information, consult Apple.com.

PromoTracks: PromoTracks are FourTrack song sessions by a variety of artists that are available for you to play and record along with for free. For a list of PromoTrack artists, visit the PromoTracks page.

GuitarJack: Plug a guitar and an instrument or microphone into an iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPad 2, iPad or iPod touch (3rd, or 4th generation) via 1/4 inch instrument and 1/8 inch stereo mic/line inputs with GuitarJack. FourTrack includes the GuitarJack control panel which allows you to adjust the analog input level for 60 dB of analog input gain (72 dB with the 12 dB pad). Observe metering in the GuitarJack Song Tool to prevent clipping and set gain level appropriately. Stereo recording and simultaneous instrument and voice recording is possible while using GuitarJack with FourTrack or StudioTrack. More in the GuitarJack Guide.

GuitarTone Amps & Effects (NEW): 3 free amps and 3 free effects have been added to a GuitarTone Song Tool in FourTrack. Connect GuitarJack to get 12 more amps and cabs plus 12 more effects free, or buy them as add-ons.

Taylor EQ: Taylor EQ is a special 6-band parametric EQ designed for users with Taylor guitars, like the Taylor GS Mini. Sonoma teamed with Taylor Guitars to create an input EQ for enhancing the FourTrack and StudioTrack recordings of Taylor Guitars or any acoustic instrument.

Settings: The Settings Song Tool allows you to turn input monitoring on or off, change a project's BPM, and adjust the timeline's snap.

Metronome: The Metronome Song Tool allows users to choose one of several rhythms and loops as a metronome for their project. The BPM of a project can either be tapped in or set with the scroll wheel. To adjust the volume or pan of the metronome, tap on the "S" logo on the bottom right of the Metronome Song Tool.

Duplicate, Mixdown, and Bounce: The Duplicate, Mixdown, and Bounce Song Tools allow you to make copies of your song projects, mixdown a project to a single WAV file, or bounce four tracks down to two.

MasterFX: FourTrack contains two MasterFX to sweeten the sound of song. Freakenzy is a 4-band parametric EQ and The Slammer is a compressor. Master FX are applied to the master out and not on individual tracks.

For more detailed information on FourTrack's features and frequently asked questions, refer to the FourTrack Online Guide and FAQ.