Fostex MR-8 MKII Digital 8-Track Multitracker
Item Location
This item is available for Collection or Delivery from:
Cash Generator Weston-super-Mare, 21 Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1LF
Email: weston@cashgenerator.co.uk
Telephone: 01934424333
Item Condition
Condition: Pre-Owned: Grade B
Boxed, good condition, with power supply
Item Description
Fostex MR-8 MKII Digital 8-Track Multitracker 🎙️ 🌟 Record Anywhere. No Computer. No Menus. Just Music. The Fostex MR-8 MKII is the easiest-to-use digital 8-track ever built. If you can run a cassette deck, you can be multitracking in minutes. With physical knobs, phantom-powered XLRs, and built-in FX, it’s a true standalone studio that fits in your gig bag. 🔧 Key Specs: - Tracks: 8-track recording/playback to CompactFlash, 2 tracks simultaneous recording - Audio: 16-bit/44.1kHz uncompressed linear PCM Normal Mode, 22.05kHz LP Mode doubles record time - Inputs: 2x XLR/TRS combo with +48V Phantom Power, Hi-Z guitar input on Channel A - Outputs: Stereo L/R 1/4", 2x Headphone jacks, S/PDIF optical digital out, MIDI out - Media: CompactFlash card – 25 track-minutes on 128MB, 50 on 256MB in Normal Mode - Power: AC adapter included or 6x AA batteries for portable field recording - Size: 286 x 220 x 65mm, 1.6kg 🎚️ Tape-Style Workflow, Digital Sound: - No Menus: Dedicated knob/button for every function on the top panel - Display: 132 x 64 dot-matrix LCD + self-illuminating keys show status at a glance - Punch In/Out: Manual or auto punch with footswitch jack - Mixdown: Bounce tracks to 7/8 with faders, then apply mastering effects 🎛️ Onboard DSP & Sims: - Effects: Reverb, Delay, Compressor - Guitar FX: Amp simulator + analog-style distortion on Input A - Mic Simulator: For direct vocals without an external preamp - Mastering: Finalize your mix with stereo bus processing 🔌 USB Host & PC Connectivity: - USB Host: Plug an off-the-shelf USB CD-R burner direct to make audio CDs without a computer - USB 2.0: Transfer .WAV files to/from PC for editing, archiving, or CD burning - S/PDIF: Send stereo mixes digitally to DAT or interface Why it works: Built for songwriters, buskers, and bedroom producers who hate screen fatigue. The solid-state CF workflow means instant boot, no moving parts, and crash-free recording. Phantom-powered XLRs handle condensers, the built-in mic grabs ideas fast, and battery power lets you record on the beach, in the van, or at rehearsal. Good for: Demos, songwriting, field recording, guitar/vocal sketches, lo-fi production, and anyone who wants DAW-free multitracking with tactile controls. Note: Records 16-bit/44.1kHz max – not 24-bit. CF cards up to 2GB typically supported. USB transfers are Windows-based; Mac users may need third-party tools.
Item Location
This item is available for Collection or Delivery from:
Cash Generator Weston-super-Mare, 21 Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1LF
Email: weston@cashgenerator.co.uk
Telephone: 01934424333
Item Condition
Condition: Pre-Owned: Grade B
Boxed, good condition, with power supply
Item Description
Fostex MR-8 MKII Digital 8-Track Multitracker 🎙️ 🌟 Record Anywhere. No Computer. No Menus. Just Music. The Fostex MR-8 MKII is the easiest-to-use digital 8-track ever built. If you can run a cassette deck, you can be multitracking in minutes. With physical knobs, phantom-powered XLRs, and built-in FX, it’s a true standalone studio that fits in your gig bag. 🔧 Key Specs: - Tracks: 8-track recording/playback to CompactFlash, 2 tracks simultaneous recording - Audio: 16-bit/44.1kHz uncompressed linear PCM Normal Mode, 22.05kHz LP Mode doubles record time - Inputs: 2x XLR/TRS combo with +48V Phantom Power, Hi-Z guitar input on Channel A - Outputs: Stereo L/R 1/4", 2x Headphone jacks, S/PDIF optical digital out, MIDI out - Media: CompactFlash card – 25 track-minutes on 128MB, 50 on 256MB in Normal Mode - Power: AC adapter included or 6x AA batteries for portable field recording - Size: 286 x 220 x 65mm, 1.6kg 🎚️ Tape-Style Workflow, Digital Sound: - No Menus: Dedicated knob/button for every function on the top panel - Display: 132 x 64 dot-matrix LCD + self-illuminating keys show status at a glance - Punch In/Out: Manual or auto punch with footswitch jack - Mixdown: Bounce tracks to 7/8 with faders, then apply mastering effects 🎛️ Onboard DSP & Sims: - Effects: Reverb, Delay, Compressor - Guitar FX: Amp simulator + analog-style distortion on Input A - Mic Simulator: For direct vocals without an external preamp - Mastering: Finalize your mix with stereo bus processing 🔌 USB Host & PC Connectivity: - USB Host: Plug an off-the-shelf USB CD-R burner direct to make audio CDs without a computer - USB 2.0: Transfer .WAV files to/from PC for editing, archiving, or CD burning - S/PDIF: Send stereo mixes digitally to DAT or interface Why it works: Built for songwriters, buskers, and bedroom producers who hate screen fatigue. The solid-state CF workflow means instant boot, no moving parts, and crash-free recording. Phantom-powered XLRs handle condensers, the built-in mic grabs ideas fast, and battery power lets you record on the beach, in the van, or at rehearsal. Good for: Demos, songwriting, field recording, guitar/vocal sketches, lo-fi production, and anyone who wants DAW-free multitracking with tactile controls. Note: Records 16-bit/44.1kHz max – not 24-bit. CF cards up to 2GB typically supported. USB transfers are Windows-based; Mac users may need third-party tools.
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