Turn your garage into a recording studio. MRS-1608 MRS

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Turn your garage into a recording studio.
M R S - 16 0 8
RECORDER
Physical Track
Virtual Track
Master Track
Drum Track
Bass Track
Simultaneous Recording
Simultaneous Playback
Recording Data Format
Recording Time
Marker
Locator
Location Display
Track Edit
Punch In/Out
MIXER
16
160 (10 Virtual takes / track)
2 tracks (stereo) x 10V - takes
2 tracks (stereo)
1 track (mono)
8 tracks
19 tracks (16 audio + stereo drum + mono bass)
16 bit linear with No compression
120 hours (referred to mono tracks)
100/Project
Scrub/Preview, A—B repeat
Hour / Min. / Sec. / msec. or Meas. / Beat / Tick
Copy, Move, Erase, Exchange, Bounce, Trim,
Fade in/out, Reverse, Capture/Swap, Time Stretch,
Pitch Fix, Harmony Generate, Duo Harmony
Auto/Manual
DRUM & BASS
Data Format
Drum Kit
Drum Sound Generator
Bass Sound Generator
Polyphony
Drum Pad
Resolution
Odd Meter
Song
Pattern
Maximum Bar
Maximum Note
Tempo
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
16 bit linear PCM
50 kits
36 sounds/ki (12pads x 3bank)
13 sounds
24 voices (Drum + Bass)
12 touch sensitive pads, self lighted
48 PPQN
1/4—8/4
10 songs/project
511 patterns (475 factroy, 36 blank)
999 bars/song, 99 bars/pattern
Approx. 20,000 notes (events) / song
40.0—250.0 BPM
Input Channel
Scene Memory
27 channels (19 tracks + 8 inputs)
100 scenes/project (Linkable to marker)
Fader
Level Meter
15 (1-8 mono, 9-16 stereo, Drum, Bass, Stereo Master)
10 segments x 29 bar (Pre/Post fader selectable)
Track Parameter
Equalizer
Equalizer, Effect Send, Pan (Balance), Subout Send, Invert
High ( f : 500Hz-18kHz, Gain : + —12dB)
Mid ( f : 40Hz-18kHz, Gain : + —12dB)
Low ( f : 40Hz-1.6kHz, Gain : + —12dB)
Effect Send
Stereo Link
Chorus/Delay send level, Reverb send level
1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 tracks selectable
EFFECT
Algorithm
9 types (Clean, Dist, Aco/Bass Sim, Bass,
Effect Type
Mic, Dual Mic, Line, 8 x Comp EQ, Mastering)
103 types
Effect Module
6 for Insert, 2 for Send/Return
Max. Simultaneous Effect 8 types
Effect Patch
Tuner
320 for Insert, 60 for Send/Return
Auto chromatic, Guitar, Bass, Open A / D / E / G, D modal
PAD SAMPLER
• 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 oversampling • D/A Conversion : 24bit 128times over-sampling
• Sampling Frequency : 44.1kHz • Signal Processing: 24bit
• Frequency Response : 20Hz—20kHz + —1dB(at 10k load)
• S / N: 93dB (IHF-A) • Dynamic Range: 97dB(IHF-A) • THD+N :
0.02% (400Hz, at 10k load) • Display : 122x65mm original
LCD(with back light) • Guitar/Bass Input (Hi-Z) : 2x1/4" Phone
Jack, Input Impedance 500k • Balanced / Unbalanced Input :
8 x XLR/1/4" Phone Combo Jack,(Unbalanced: Input Impedance
50k /Balanced: Input Impedance 1k , 2nd Hot) • Line Input:
RCA pin jack(L / R), Input Impedance 10k , 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 1k , Rated Output Level —10dBm •
Headphone Out : 1/4" Stereo Phone Jack, 50mW(at 32 load) •
Sub Out : 1/4" Stereo Phone Jack • Digital Out: S/P DIF Optical
(20bit) • MIDI : In/Out • Control Input : 1xExpression Pedal, 1x
Foot Switch • Optional Board Slot : 1 • Dimension : 490(W) x
450 (D)x125(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 AD0011,CD-ROM • Optional Accessory: CD-02(CD-R/RW drive), UIB02 (USB Interface board), FS-01 (Foot Switch), FP-02(Expression
Pedal)
*0 dBm=0.775 Vrms
Max. Storable Sample 1,000 samples
Simultaneous Sample
36 samples, total 22 seconds (mono)
PHRASE LOOP
Max. Storable Phrase
Phrase Edit
100 phrases / project
Start / End, Measure, Name, Level
MultiTrak Recording Studio
MRS-1608
•Optional CD-R/RW Drive
FRONT PANEL
MultiTrak Recording Studio
MRS-1608CD
•Built in CD-R/RW Drive
REAR PANEL
MAIN PANEL
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CD - 02
UIB - 02
FS - 01
FP - 02
CD-R/RW Drive
USB Interface Board
Foot Switch
Expression Pedal
•ATAPI / 5inch bay type,
Buffer Under-run Error Protection Supported.
•Windows®, Mac OS compatible.
•USB1.1 / 2.0 Supported.
•Unlatch and normally close type.
•To control effect parameters.
ZOOM CORPORATION
Noah Bldg.1F, 2-10-2 Miyanishi-cho, Fuchu-shi, Tokyo 183-0022, Japan.
•TEL: +81-42-369-7116 •FAX: +81-42-369-7115 •E-mail: [email protected]
•Specifications subject to change without notice. •Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
•Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer. •March 2004 Printed in Japan.
Turn your garage into a recording studio.
Great things begin in garages.
Huge software companies.
Legendary guitar makers.
And of course, many, many rock bands.
And with the new MRS-1608,
you and your garage (or any other room) could be next.
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.
RECORDER
CD BURNER
•16 physical tracks x 10 V-takes = 160 virtual tracks
•CD-R/RW drive for creating
audio CDs and backing up data
The MRS-1608 comes standard with a 40GB hard drive. In non-compressed 16bit 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.
The MRS-1608CD has a built-in CD-R/RW drive that makes it a
snap to create a CD featuring your music or to back up all your
important data. Sound on audio CDs can also be captured as
tracks. The MRS-1608, sold without a CD-R/RW drive can be
upgraded with a CD-02 drive sold separately.
•Simultaneous live recording on eight tracks
•Disc-at-once for efficient CD writing
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.
The drive supports disc-at-once operation with freely assignable
track numbers for the audio CD. Even if you have a long block
of audio data derived for example from recording a live
performance or a DJ mix, you can divide it into multiple tracks
without disturbing the seamless continuity of the material.
•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.
TRACK EDIT
•10 types of track edit functions
The MRS-1608 offers ten different track edit functions that are great for
arranging songs. This includes not only basic operations such as cut-and-paste
of audio data, but also professional-level tricks such as compensating the pitch
or creating harmonies for a vocal track. Any V-take can be copied, moved,
swapped, deleted, or imported from another project.
RHYTHM MACHINE
EFFECT
DIGITAL MIXER
•50 drum kits and 13 bass sources
•Insert effect
•Internal 24-bit processing and mixing automation support
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.
Nine types of effect algorithms optimized for various input sources, such as
guitar / bass, synthesizer, vocals, and mic recording of acoustic instruments
are built into the MRS-1608. The algorithms are configured using six effect
modules with 103 effect types. The number of possible variations rivals the
outboard collection of many recording studios. By changing the insert position,
effects can be applied either during recording or while playing recorded tracks.
206 effect patches duplicating the techniques of seasoned pros and simulating
various guitar and bass amplifiers are also available.
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.
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 touchsensitive pads are great for real-time play or for step input, letting you create
your own rhythm backing with nuanced dynamics.
•8-channel COMP EQ for dynamic multi-miking
•3-band parametric equalizer
The 8-channel COMP EQ algorithm applies compression and equalization to
eight input channels, with individual settings for each. This makes it possible
optimize channels and create sound with dynamic impact. When recording
live drums, for example, you can attenuate the attack and let the finer nuances
of the drum body reverberations shine through.
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.
•Truly "FAST" rhythm programming
•BPM sync effects
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.
•475 preset drum patterns ready to go
FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) is an innovative programming method
developed by ZOOM that lets you build rhythm patterns using simple calculatorlike 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 multitimbre sound sources connected via the MIDI link.
PHRASE LOOP
•Scrub / preview function to find exactly the right spot
The scrub/preview function lets you move back and forth from the current
point in very short intervals. Zoom in exactly on the start of a sound, for pinpoint editing. The function can be used on up to four tracks simultaneously.
By freely combining parts of an audio track or WAV/AIFF file phrases imported
from a sampling CD-ROM, you can create a loop track. Program the phrase
sequence for an entire song using FAST, and then write the result to any track
as audio data. Or go a step further and create multiple loop tracks with drums,
bass, rhythm guitar and other instruments played by professional musicians.
You can do this by changing the destination track for each loop. Phrases of
different length can be auto-adjusted with the time stretch function to match
the tempo of built-in rhythms.
The delay time or modulation of the delay, echo, flanger, phaser, tremolo,
and resonance effects can be synchronized to the tempo of the built-in rhythm
machine, to give a special rhythmic feel. In addition, the MRS-1608 also features
ARRM (Auto Repeat Real-time Modulation) which uses internally generated
waveforms (sine wave, square wave etc.) to control effect parameters. Wah
and pitch can be controlled automatically to achieve a pedal-like effect.
•Send / Return effect
Two types of send / return effect (chorus / delay and reverb) can be used
simultaneously. The high-quality ambience effects originally developed for the
Zoom RFX series processors give enormous depth and spatial richness to the sound.
•Mastering effect
When you are creating the final mix, you have access to quality effects such as
the high-performance equalizer and the multi-band compressor with individual
parameters for each band. To achieve dynamic sound that rivals professionally
produced CDs, select one of 21 presets incorporating the know-how of
experienced mastering engineers.
PAD SAMPLER
The pads on the MRS-1608 can also be used to play
parts of V-takes or WAV/AIFF files. Add samples and
sound effects to a song, and play them in the drum
track sequence. Up to 1000 samples can be stored in
a "sample pool" on the internal hard disk. A project
can contain up to 10 sampler programs, each using 36 samples (total playing
time 22 seconds). Of course you can set the sample start and end points and
also control pad parameters such as pitch, level, and panning. Fade-in / fadeout and reverse playback of sample data are also possible.
•Separate SUB-OUT parameter settings for a different mix
INTERFACE
•XLR input with phantom power supply and digital output
Up to eight mics can be plugged in at once. The MRS-1608 has eight
combination jacks which accept either XLR or phone plugs. To allow the use
of condenser mics, four channels are equipped with a +48V phantom power
supply. On / Off switches that control two channels at a time make it possible
to use a combination of dynamic and condenser mics. Hi-Z jacks for guitar/
bass and RCA type jacks are also available, making the MRS-1608 ready to
handle just about every type of input source. An optical S/P DIF output lets
you send a digital signal to a DAT or MD master recorder.
•Synchronization with MTC and MIDI clock
MIDI Time Code signal allows synchronization with recording studio type MIDI
devices. It also allows for synchronized operation with a computer DAW or
other MIDI-based systems.
•USB 2.0 support ensures high-speed data transfer
The optional USB interface board UIB-02 lets you connect the MRS-1608 to a
computer (Windows or Mac) equipped with a USB port. Using the free Audio
File Manager software, you can import and export audio data as WAV or AIFF
files at high speed over a USB 2.0 link. Backing up project data or importing
SMFs or sample phrases is quick and easy.