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Originally Posted by Dino  Hey Peoples!
Hopefully this one gets more of a response.
When does one need to use Mono tracks? What instruments go in mono tracks instead of stereo tracks?
Are Mono tracks better for isolation for certain instruments or vocals even?
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Hi Dino,
Mono tracks are mainly used for instruments were there will be no required difference between the left and right channels on playback. For example, bass, kick drums, and lead vox are commonly panned to the centre therefore one single track recording is enough. In fact so much of what is sold to us as stereo recordings these days, is in fact mono tracks panned around the sound stage, this should not be confused with true stereo reproduction. A true stereo recording will contain differences between the left and right channels on the same instrument. Stereo mic placement techniques will be required and this and will require a stereo track for the recording to be replayed correctly.
Tommy