Hi Dave, Technically, you are correct. However, it depends on the particular deck. Some, like the Pioneer 1020Q that I use for 1/4", 4 channel dubs, have a 4-channel play head that is closer to the 1/4Tr. format because you could only record in the 1/4Tr. format. Therefore, crosstalk (which would be a consideration for a Teac 3340, for example) was not such an issue. Besides, as I mentioned, I will only do this if I'm concerned that I may only get one play from the tape involved. Otherwise, I have a Techinques RS-1520 for 1/4Tr. playback Cheers! Corey Corey Bailey Audio Engineering www.baileyzone.net On 3/9/2015 6:09 PM, Dave Radlauer wrote: > Careful there, I don't think there's a one to one relation between 4-track > and 1/4 track formats, but I'm sure more knowledgeable voices will chime in. > > Dave R > >