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Fostex MR-8 Digital Multi-track recorder

This product has been replaced by the updated MR-8mkII.

  • 8 tracks of recording and playback using CompactFlash cards
  • 2 track simultaneous recording
  • Superb in-built digital effects inc Mic and Amp simulations
  • Transfer files via USB to/from Mac / PC

The ultimate record-anywhere multitrack.

Capture inspiration whenever and wherever you are.
The new Fostex MR-8 is more than just another digital multitrack recorder. It is the world's first such 8-track device to use CompactFlash memory cards.

But those clever guys at Fostex, have predictably gone a little further by making the MR-8 the easiest to use digital multitrack ever. If you can operate a tape recorder, you'll be recording and multitracking within minutes of opening the box.

Fostex MR 8

By putting all the major controls and functions right there on the top panel instead of buried in a confusing menu system, the MR-8, unlike some other recorders, actually aids you in capturing your musical ideas.
In addition thereÍs great sounding built-in digital effects, guitar amp and mic simulators, handy mix-down effects, plus the ability to hook up to a PC for data editing, CD-burning and backing up your songs.
You create. Fostex records.

Recording time

Recording time in NORMAL MODE (16bit/44.1kHz) is approx. 25 track-minutes on the supplied 128MB CF card and 50 track-minutes on a 256MB card. EXTENDED MODE (16bit/22.05kHz) doubles the recording time. Note that recording time varies depending on recorded source, punch in/out, undo/redo status, etc.

Features:

  • The worldÍs first 8-track recording to CompactFlash¬ memory card. Ultra-portable - the ultimate record anywhere multitracker.
  • Ultra-high quality sound - up to 16-bit resolution at 44.1 kHz without quality-sapping compression
  • 2 track simultaneous recording
  • Up to approx. 50 track minutes with 128MB card using extended mode (approx. 25 track mins using normal mode)
  • Intuitive operation. - Just like an analogue tape deck with all the essential functions controlled by real knobs, buttons and faders
  • Fantastic in-built digital effects including reverbs, delays, guitar amp simulations and microphone simulations
  • Plug a guitar right in - awesome distortion available
  • Unique mastering effects make mix-down a snap
  • Digital stereo S/PDIF via optical out for connection to other digital gear (normal mode)
  • Built-in USB port for WAV file data transfer between MR-8 and Mac or Windows PC for data editing, CD burning (normal mode) and backup. For Windows 98SE a third party Compact Flash» reader/writer unit is requried for data transfer.
  • AC or Battery operation
    Built-in microphone for quick memo recording
  • Twin headphones outs

WAV MANAGER

In order to import or export multiple mono wave files before mastering into a stereo wave file to/from your computer, use the free WAV Manager software for Windows or Mac OS. Click here for more information.