How do I use varispeed?

Varispeed lets you adjust playback speed up or down, like changing tape speed on a classic reel-to-reel. You access it through the up/down buttons during playback.

Accessing Varispeed

Press up or down while playing a recording. The tape reel becomes your speed controller.

Adjusting Speed

Rotate the tape reel clockwise to speed up playback, counter-clockwise to slow it down. The mode button toggles between fine and coarse adjustment modes for precise or dramatic speed changes.

Nudging

Press plus or minus to nudge the speed slightly up or down in small increments without using the reel.

Practical Uses

Slow down interviews for easier transcription, speed up recordings to save time, or create creative pitch effects by drastically changing speed. The motorized reel gives tactile feedback as you adjust, making it feel like controlling an actual tape machine.