The ultimate all-in-one machine
Hard disk recorder, drum and bass machine, sampler, digital mixer, multi-effects, CD-R/RW drive--you name it, the MRS-1608 has got it. Everything you need to create incredible sounding recordings is right here, in a user-friendly and accessible package.
16 physical tracks x 10 V-takes = 160 virtual tracks - The MRS-1608 comes standard with a 40GB hard drive. In non-compressed 16-bit linear / 44.1 kHz sampling frequency format, this translates into 120 hours of high-quality recording. 16 audio tracks with 10 virtual takes each give you a full 160 tracks to record. Even vocals or guitar solos that are difficult to get right the first time present no problem. You can lay down as many takes as you like and then select the best one later.
Simultaneous live recording on eight tracks - The MRS-1608 lets you record up to eight tracks simultaneously. Mic up your garage and record your band live. Run a few instruments direct. Or use multiple mics on your drum kit for incredible authenticity in your recordings.
BOUNCE key for instant mixdown - Simply press the BOUNCE key on the top panel, and the MRS-1608 is ready to mix down the content of multiple tracks. The recording source is switched to the final output after the MASTER fader, and the signal from all tracks processed by the send / return effect can be sent to any pair of stereo tracks. If you select the master track as bounce destination, you will not lose any of the audio tracks, so you can do the final mixdown right there with the MRS-1608.
Marker function, A-B repeat, punch-in recording - The MRS-1608 incorporates a choice of editing functions that were designed to help you work quickly and efficiently. Store marker points in the recorder for instant access. Automatically repeat a specified section. Easily re-record a phrase using automatic punch-in and punch-out. The FS01 foot switch can also be used to control manual punch-in and punch-out.
Continuous project playback - The master tracks of several projects can be played back in succession. This function--called sequence play--is handy to preview an album that you want to burn onto a CD, or to provide automated accompaniment during a live performance.
Digital Mixer:
Internal 24-bit processing and mixing automation support - The digital mixer handles a total of 27 channels: 19 playback tracks including internal drum and bass, plus 8 input channels. Parameters such as volume, panning, EQ, phase, and effect send level can be adjusted individually for each track. The convenient "scene" function saves up to 100 different setups, for instant recall of all parameters. By assigning a scene to a marker point of the recorder, it is even possible to change the mixing balance or effect settings automatically as the song progresses. A solo function that lets you monitor a single track also comes in handy.
3-band parametric equalizer - Track equalization is performed using a 3-band parametric equalizer with adjustable center frequencies. This makes it easy to create exactly the boost / cut curve you want. The 3-band design means that you can add zing to the high and low end, while attenuating the midrange for improved clarity.
Separate SUB-OUT parameter settings for a different mix - The pre-fader signal for each track can be sent to the stereo SUB-OUT jack with separate level and pan settings from the main signal. There are various ways you could use this feature. During recording, you could create a mix that is optimized for each player, or you could send guide clicks to the drummer during a performance. By assigning the same signal as the master output, the SUB-OUT connector can be used as a spare headphone jack.
Rhythm Machine
50 drum kits and 13 bass sources - The MRS-1608 has dedicated tracks for drums and bass. With 50 drum kits and 13 bass sources, it can provide solid backing in a variety of styles. The factory pre-programmed drum kits include acoustic ambience, dry sound for easy effect processing, vintage rhythm box, percussion, and SFX sounds. By freely combining 36 sound sources, you can also create your own drum kits while using the 12 mixing faders as drum mixer controls. The bass sources include electric bass in pick, finger, and slap styles, acoustic bass, synthesizer bass, and more.
475 preset drum patterns ready to go - 475 pre-programmed drum and bass patterns in all of the major styles, from rock, jazz, and funk to club music are available right out of the box. Intros, fill-in patterns and endings are also included, so you can simply pick and choose to create the rhythm track for an entire song in a flash. Twelve self-lit touch-sensitive pads are great for real-time play or for step input, letting you create your own rhythm backing with nuanced dynamics.
Truly "FAST" rhythm programming - FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) is an innovative programming method developed by ZOOM that lets you build rhythm patterns using simple calculator-like symbols. With the drum pads serving as a numeric keypad, you can quickly enter a drum program for an entire song. For example, to play pattern number 010 eight times and then pattern number 020 sixteen times, you enter 10 x 8 20 x 16. After a song has been written with FAST, you can edit patterns and change event information in the same way as with a regular song.
High-performance sequencer also incorporates SMF player - The built-in rhythm sequencer can operate in sync with the recorder section, letting you create rhythm accompaniment and audio tracks in an interactive environment. For example, you might sketch the idea for a song using one rhythm pattern as a guideline, and then flesh out the rhythm track later, when the song has taken shape. Various kinds of event information can be input for the rhythm song, for example controlling the drum/bass level, drum kit and bass program selection, tempo changes, and automatic bass line transformation according to the entered chord. If you import existing SMF (Standard MIDI Files), you can control the built-in rhythm sound sources or external multi-timbre sound sources connected via the MIDI link.
Specifications:
Project - Maximum 1,000
Hard Disk - E-IDE/3.5inch 40GB
CD-R/RW Drive - ATAPI/5inch bay type, Buffer Under-run Error Protection Supported
A/D Conversion - 24bit 64times over-sampling
D/A Conversion - 24bit 128times over-sampling
Sampling Frequency - 44.1kHz
Signal Processing - 24bit
Frequency Response - 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB(at 10kohms load)
S/N - 93dB(IHF-A)
Dynamic Range - 97dB(IHF-A)
THD N - 0.02%(400Hz, at 10kohms load)
Display - 122 x 65mm original LCD(with back light)
Guitar/Bass Input(Hi-Z) - 2x 1/4" Phone Jack, Input Impedance 500kohms
Balanced/Unbalanced Input - 8x XLR/1/4" Phone Combo Jack,(Unbalanced: Input Impedance 50kohms/Balanced: Input Impedance 1kohms, 2nd Hot)
Line Input - RCA pin jack(L/R), Input Impedance 10kohms, Rated Input Level -10dBm
Phantom Power - 48V(with On/Off switch)
Input Level - -50dBm<Variable< 4dBm
Master Out - RCA pin jack(L/R), Output Impedance 1kohms, Rated Output Level -10dBm
Headphone Out - 1/4" Stereo Phone Jack, 50mW(at 32ohms load)
Sub Out - 1/4" Stereo Phone Jack
Digital Out - S/P DIF Optical(20bit)
MIDI - In/Out
Control Input - 1x Expression Pedal, 1x Foot Switch
Optional Board Slot - 1
Dimension - 490(W) x 350 (D) x 125(H)mm
Weight - 7.8kg(with CD-R/RW drive), 7.3kg(without CD-R/RW drive)
Power Supply - DC12V, 3A(AC Adaptor AD-0011 specified)
Power Consumption - 30W(12V, 3A)TYP.
Supplied Accessory - Universal AC Adaptor AD-0011
Optional Accessory - CD-02(CD-R/RW drive), UIB-02(USB Interface board), FS-01(Foot Switch), FP-02(Expression Pedal)
*0 dBm=0.775 Vrms
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