can anyone recommend a digital recorder

hlieboff59

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Posted on Jul 12 2011 10:23 AM

I'm looking for an inexpensive digital recorder to record back tracks, jam sessions or ideas. About 20 years ago I had the Tascam multi-track/mixer Cassette version which I loved. Any help is greatly appreciated.

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LHR

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Posted on Jul 12 2011 06:00 PM

There are lots of digital 4-tracks out now. For guitarists, I highly recommend the original BOSS MicroBR. This is one toy I have used A LOT!

http://www.roland.com/products/en/MICRO_BR/

They apparently have come out with a new model based upon this one, though if it is like the original, it is probably great.

http://www.roland.com/products/en/MICRO_BR_BR-80/index.html

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clepak

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Posted on Jul 13 2011 01:42 AM

I have the Zoom H4, now available in the H4n version. It's very practical and easy to use. It features 2 in-built mics, 2 xlr/jacks inputs, 4 tracks recording mode, lots of effects...

I use it to record rehearsals as well as home studio stuffs. You can plug it on the computer and use it as a soundcard (came bundled with Cubase LE).

http://www.zoom.co.jp/products/h4n

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hlieboff59

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Posted on Jul 13 2011 04:49 AM

thanks guys I'll have to check both of these out.

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casey

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Posted on Jul 13 2011 04:55 AM

I've been using a Korg d1200 for the past 5 years or so. It can record up to 4 channels at a time, and you can go back and record alternate tracks on each channel (up to 9 or 10, something like that). You can also mix and then burn to a CD. It works great as a home studio and also does a good job recording live, all of our demos were made using it to record live shows with 4 mics. Apparently they go for as little as a couple hundred $$ now.

http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4069.m570.l1313&_nkw=korg+d1200&_sacat=See-All-Categories

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TyPierce

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Posted on Aug 04 2011 07:38 PM

I have the Tascam DP-004 and I think it's perfect for what you're talking about. It's great for grabbing a quick recording of an idea, but where it really shines is songwriting - Being able to record, play over and build tunes has made it an indispensable tool for me.

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hlieboff59

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Posted on Aug 04 2011 08:02 PM

just won off ebay micro boss br for $76. Far cry from the store price of $199. Can't wait to try it out and maybe make some back tracks. I use to have the Tascam 4 track cassette from the 1970-80's. Still have it, but doesn't work.

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DannySnyder

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Posted on Aug 04 2011 10:50 PM

Forget cassette recorders. The one thing digital recorders have that make them FAR superior is the "undo" button

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Aaron

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Posted on Jul 13 2012 02:31 AM

casey wrote:

I've been using a Korg d1200 for the past 5 years or so. It can record up to 4 channels at a time, and you can go back and record alternate tracks on each channel (up to 9 or 10, something like that). You can also mix and then burn to a CD. It works great as a home studio and also does a good job recording live, all of our demos were made using it to record live shows with 4 mics. Apparently they go for as little as a couple hundred $$ now.

http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4069.m570.l1313&_nkw=korg+d1200&_sacat=See-All-Categories

The D1600 (mki and ii) is probably just about the same price on ebay. It's worth it for the extra 4 input channels.

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jonfender

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Posted on Jul 13 2012 12:13 PM

Thru the years I've found that cassette recorders can "vary in speed". There are a myriad of reasons for this, but they're still great. Moving right along: Check into a ZOOM R-16. I've been "getting accustomed" to mine....but, it does a whole lot of things for a pretty decent price ! Check em' out @ www.samsontech.com/zoom/products/multi-track-recorders/r16/ (Hint: If ya' decide to get one...check out the various "bundle offers" from an American Music Supply catalog & take the "ad" in w/you when you visit the music store......unbelievable discount !!).

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jimmyjazz

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Posted on Jul 16 2012 05:27 PM

clepak wrote:

I have the Zoom H4, now available in the H4n version. It's very practical and easy to use. It features 2 in-built mics, 2 xlr/jacks inputs, 4 tracks recording mode, lots of effects...

I use it to record rehearsals as well as home studio stuffs. You can plug it on the computer and use it as a soundcard (came bundled with Cubase LE).

http://www.zoom.co.jp/products/h4n

I have a H4 too. Ive used it to record gigs and with the mic inputs I've recorded off the sound board. Works great

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surfer

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Posted on Jul 20 2012 09:40 AM

I have been recording live events for many years, with lots of different media. I was given a demo of the new Roland R-26, hands down the best recordings I have ever made from onboard mics / mic pres. Best unique feature, aside from onboard six individual tracks, is the mic combonations, five presets, and a manual M/S like feature to contour the stereo width. A little more $$$, but really cool.

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Las_Barracudas

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Posted on Jul 20 2012 11:53 AM

Boss Micro.

Pretty decent, but not what I would call user friendly.

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Wombat

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Posted on Jul 20 2012 05:48 PM

I have the Zoom H4n too, very happy with it, I use for band rehearsal (lucky we are 3 piece).
I place the on-board stereo mic over the drums (gives excellent stereo recording) bass is D.I. into the 3rd channel, mic the guitar amp into 4th channel. Once recorded, quick mix on Cubase, final mix sounds pretty good, quick and easy set-up too.

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hlieboff59 Joined: Jun 27, 2008 Posts: 576 Marlboro, New Jersey	Posted on Jul 12 2011 10:23 AM I'm looking for an inexpensive digital recorder to record back tracks, jam sessions or ideas. About 20 years ago I had the Tascam multi-track/mixer Cassette version which I loved. Any help is greatly appreciated. Top
LHR Joined: Aug 23, 2006 Posts: 2123 The jungle	Posted on Jul 12 2011 06:00 PM There are lots of digital 4-tracks out now. For guitarists, I highly recommend the original BOSS MicroBR. This is one toy I have used A LOT! http://www.roland.com/products/en/MICRO_BR/ They apparently have come out with a new model based upon this one, though if it is like the original, it is probably great. http://www.roland.com/products/en/MICRO_BR_BR-80/index.html — SSIV Last edited: Jul 12, 2011 18:03:01 Top
clepak Joined: Jun 11, 2006 Posts: 551 Liege (Belgium)	Posted on Jul 13 2011 01:42 AM I have the Zoom H4, now available in the H4n version. It's very practical and easy to use. It features 2 in-built mics, 2 xlr/jacks inputs, 4 tracks recording mode, lots of effects... I use it to record rehearsals as well as home studio stuffs. You can plug it on the computer and use it as a soundcard (came bundled with Cubase LE). http://www.zoom.co.jp/products/h4n — Monkey Ju Pirato Ketchup Facebook Bandcamp Top
hlieboff59 Joined: Jun 27, 2008 Posts: 576 Marlboro, New Jersey	Posted on Jul 13 2011 04:49 AM thanks guys I'll have to check both of these out. Top
casey Joined: May 18, 2006 Posts: 520	Posted on Jul 13 2011 04:55 AM I've been using a Korg d1200 for the past 5 years or so. It can record up to 4 channels at a time, and you can go back and record alternate tracks on each channel (up to 9 or 10, something like that). You can also mix and then burn to a CD. It works great as a home studio and also does a good job recording live, all of our demos were made using it to record live shows with 4 mics. Apparently they go for as little as a couple hundred $$ now. http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4069.m570.l1313&_nkw=korg+d1200&_sacat=See-All-Categories Top
TyPierce Joined: Oct 26, 2007 Posts: 533	Posted on Aug 04 2011 07:38 PM I have the Tascam DP-004 and I think it's perfect for what you're talking about. It's great for grabbing a quick recording of an idea, but where it really shines is songwriting - Being able to record, play over and build tunes has made it an indispensable tool for me. — Join Australosurfecus on: The Web \| Facebook Top
hlieboff59 Joined: Jun 27, 2008 Posts: 576 Marlboro, New Jersey	Posted on Aug 04 2011 08:02 PM just won off ebay micro boss br for $76. Far cry from the store price of $199. Can't wait to try it out and maybe make some back tracks. I use to have the Tascam 4 track cassette from the 1970-80's. Still have it, but doesn't work. Top
DannySnyder Joined: Mar 02, 2006 Posts: 11049 Berkeley, CA	Posted on Aug 04 2011 10:50 PM Forget cassette recorders. The one thing digital recorders have that make them FAR superior is the "undo" button — Danny Snyder "With great reverb comes great responsibility" - Uncle Leo Playing keys and guitar with Combo Tezeta Formerly a guitarist in The TomorrowMen and Meshugga Beach Party Latest surf project - Now That's What I Call SURF Top
Aaron Joined: Sep 13, 2011 Posts: 100	Posted on Jul 13 2012 02:31 AM casey wrote: I've been using a Korg d1200 for the past 5 years or so. It can record up to 4 channels at a time, and you can go back and record alternate tracks on each channel (up to 9 or 10, something like that). You can also mix and then burn to a CD. It works great as a home studio and also does a good job recording live, all of our demos were made using it to record live shows with 4 mics. Apparently they go for as little as a couple hundred $$ now. http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4069.m570.l1313&_nkw=korg+d1200&_sacat=See-All-Categories The D1600 (mki and ii) is probably just about the same price on ebay. It's worth it for the extra 4 input channels. Top
jonfender Joined: Mar 09, 2011 Posts: 273 Melbourne FL USA	Posted on Jul 13 2012 12:13 PM Thru the years I've found that cassette recorders can "vary in speed". There are a myriad of reasons for this, but they're still great. Moving right along: Check into a ZOOM R-16. I've been "getting accustomed" to mine....but, it does a whole lot of things for a pretty decent price ! Check em' out @ www.samsontech.com/zoom/products/multi-track-recorders/r16/ (Hint: If ya' decide to get one...check out the various "bundle offers" from an American Music Supply catalog & take the "ad" in w/you when you visit the music store......unbelievable discount !!). Top
jimmyjazz Joined: Apr 20, 2007 Posts: 47 Twin Cities	Posted on Jul 16 2012 05:27 PM clepak wrote: I have the Zoom H4, now available in the H4n version. It's very practical and easy to use. It features 2 in-built mics, 2 xlr/jacks inputs, 4 tracks recording mode, lots of effects... I use it to record rehearsals as well as home studio stuffs. You can plug it on the computer and use it as a soundcard (came bundled with Cubase LE). http://www.zoom.co.jp/products/h4n I have a H4 too. Ive used it to record gigs and with the mic inputs I've recorded off the sound board. Works great — Looking for some jazz and a little libations - js Top
surfer Joined: Apr 12, 2007 Posts: 428 South Florida	Posted on Jul 20 2012 09:40 AM I have been recording live events for many years, with lots of different media. I was given a demo of the new Roland R-26, hands down the best recordings I have ever made from onboard mics / mic pres. Best unique feature, aside from onboard six individual tracks, is the mic combonations, five presets, and a manual M/S like feature to contour the stereo width. A little more $$$, but really cool. — www.cutbacksurfband.com Top
Las_Barracudas Joined: Apr 24, 2011 Posts: 1087 Surf City, NC	Posted on Jul 20 2012 11:53 AM Boss Micro. Pretty decent, but not what I would call user friendly. — METEOR IV on reverbnation Top
Wombat Joined: Oct 13, 2011 Posts: 251 Byron Bay, Australia	Posted on Jul 20 2012 05:48 PM I have the Zoom H4n too, very happy with it, I use for band rehearsal (lucky we are 3 piece). I place the on-board stereo mic over the drums (gives excellent stereo recording) bass is D.I. into the 3rd channel, mic the guitar amp into 4th channel. Once recorded, quick mix on Cubase, final mix sounds pretty good, quick and easy set-up too. — 'Surf Music Lasts Forever' Top

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