Overall, this is a great product. I just purchased one used for $238 (shipping inc) vs $600.00 new. However, a few issue to be aware of. I don't consider this a true 8 Channel recorder. Tracks 7-8 are a stereo pair to which you cannot record separately. While I use my old VHM5 vocalist on those tracks for stereo background vocals, I prefer to have the option of how I would use tracks 7-8. Roland seems to thing everyone will use them as bouncing tracks--WRONG!! I should have done more research. The manual is, well, terrible. I had to access an online tutorial to properly program the drums after following the manual for several hours. However, it may just be me, but several other reviews concur. OK, that out of the way, the sound from this machine is crisp, accurate and clean. I was able to put together a basic song using acoustic guitar, electric guitar, lead guitar, piano, base, lead vocals and background vocals (yeh, tracks 7-8). That used up the 8 tracks but was all I needed. I use an M-Audio Fast Track with Acid Pro 5.0 for using loops and basically unlimited tracks when ever I get that creative. I have the unit hooked up to my surround sound amp via the optical output. I use this for the final mix. I also used the FX, pan and eq in moderation which added a nice touch to the recording. If the issue of tracks 7-8 is a problem, I would buy something else. If not, then you will be very happy with this unit.Read full review
terrible unit not easy to use.the Boss reps do demos to show you how simple it is to use and then I got mine and couldnt figure out how to get it to do what I needed it to do,I read the manual and couldnt figure it out so I bought the instructional DVD from Boss and still couldnt figure it out so after just using it as an effects pedal to jam along with I gave up on trying to learn how to use it,and sold it.if I ever do any recording in the future I will buy an old 4 track cassette type studio like I had years ago and used it with no problems at all.
Everything works great. I just need help recording my ideas on a CD. I have the manual book from my previous machine but I am lost on how to record my creations?
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A lot of great features for the price . Its takes some trail and error to figure out how to use all the devises and buttons . But once you get it down its a great tool for recording home made music .
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I love that it has v tracks, has a burner on it, the options for battery, the cool voice effects. I decided to buy it cuz I don't have a computer. And I went on Sam ash and filtered the digital recorders and this was the one at the end I wanted and I got it for a third of the price here used compared to new.
This is a great unit that has all the tools you need to make a great mix. The portability and battery life is outstanding. The unit can be used on AC power and batteries at the same time although this is not specified in the manual. Five stars!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I actually ordered it for a very special friend. He had on prior for years but it stopped working so when he told me about it I ordered It as a surprise early christmas gift. The look on his face when he opened it, lets just say he looked like a kid on christmas morning. His smile said it all. Thank you and merry christmas
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I love it just wish I was more understanding how it all works but that's not your problem lol thanks
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The display didn't work,it distorted and went into ERR mode when I tried to record and finally it wouldn't allow for a new memory card. In all not functional whatsoever Thx anyway
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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