More recording power for less money with a compact footprint.
Ever since they pioneered the first 8-track digital recorder that could use 1/4" tape (without the expected crosstalk), Fostex has found new ways to give you more in less space and for less money.
The MR-16 gives you 4-track simultaneous recording and 16-track playback, plus the ability to bounce 16 tracks to a new song file, so you get your full 16 tracks at mixdown. A built-in 40GB hard drive gives you up to 8 hours of recording (16-track). A built-in CD-R/RW drive lets you create your own audio CD or import/export WAV files.
The MR-16 digital recorder also provides 4 x analog inputs (mic/line) with phantom power, one of which features built-in analog distortion, amp simulation, or mic simulation, for guitar. Input EQ for sound-shaping is also available. Input signals can be assigned to the stereo buss to output through the monitor and stereo output along with playback audio.
On the output side, the Fostex MR-16 offers 2 x aux output so you can use outboard signal processors, S/PDIF digital out (optical) for digital dubbing to MD/DAT recorder, and a MIDI output to send MTC or MIDI Clock to an external sequencer or recorder.
You also get built-in digital effects including reverb and delay, plus dedicated mastering effects (3 presets) on a stereo bus (good for track bouncing or stereo mixing). The Fostex MR-16 recorder also features powerful audio editing functions including Copy/Paste, Move, Import, Exchange, Erase, etc of selected tracks or part.
A USB 1.1 host port lets you to connect an external CD-R for creating audio CDs and a USB 2.0 port gives you high-speed transfer to a PC, plus easy file conversion of audio data on Track 15-16 to stereo WAV file. Used with the bounce function, this provides a convenient way to create audio CDs on PC, or music files for a portable player.
Fostex MR-16HD/CD Digital Recorder with CD Burner Features:
Recording on built-in 40 GB HD offering 4-track simultaneous recording and 16-rack playback. Approx. 8 hours recording (16-track)
4 x analog inputs (mic line level) offer phantom power for use of condenser microphone. 1 Input among them accepts Guitar, etc. with built-in analog distortion, amp simulation or mic simulation. Input EQ is also available for various sound designs.
Input signals can be assigned to stereo buss to output through Monitor and Stereo Out together with playback audio.
2 x Aux Out
Built-in Digital Effects (3 x reverb / 1 x delay) on 1 4 tracks. Dedicated Mastering Effects (3 Presets) on Stereo Buss good for track bounce or stereo mixing.
In addition to track bouncing inside a Song file, track bouncing / mixing of recorded 16 tracks to a new Song file.
Easy file conversion of audio data on Track 15-16 to stereo WAV file. Together with bounce function, convenient for creating audio CD on PC or music file for portable audio player.
Editing function such as Copy/Paste, Move, Import, Exchange, Erase, etc of selected tracks or part.
USB 2.0 port for high speed file transfer to PC.
USB Host port (USB1.1) to connect an external CD-R for creating audio CD.
S/P DIF Digital Out (optical) for digital dubbing to MD/DAT recorder.
MIDI output to send MTC or MIDI Clock to an external sequencer or recorder.
Built-in CD-R/RW drive for creating audio CD or import/export WAV file.
Two options for burning a CD; Track at Once (Songs can be added) or Disk at Once (no audio mute between the songs). Good for making original album, Mix CD of DJ or Live CD.
Get professional features and quality uncompressed digital sound at an amazingly low price. Your finished CD is just a click away.
Fostex MR-16HD/CD Digital Recorder with CD Burner Specifications:
Recording/reproduction
Recording Medium: 3.5 inch, hard disk (E-IDE type)
Recording Time: Approx. 472 minutes (16-track on 40GB)
Recording Format: FAT32
Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
Quantization: 16-bit linear (non-compression)
A/D Converter: 24-bit Delta-Sigma
D/A Converter: 24-bit Delta-Sigma
No. of Recording Track: 16 tracks maximum
No. of Simultaneous Rec: 4 tracks
Recording/Reproduction Frequency 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Dynamic Range: 89dB or more (typical)
T.H.D.: 0.06% or less (typical)
Inputs/outputs
Analog In (4ch)
Connector: XLR-3-31 type (Pin2:hot) and › 6mm TRS phone
Input Level: -48dBV (MIC) - +4dBV (LINE)
Input Impedance: 1.5k ohm or more (MIC/BAL, 400k ohm or more
(GUITAR/UNBAL)
Phantom Power: P48V
Insert (Input A)
Connector: › 6mm TRS Phone
Output Level: -10dBV
Load Impedance: 10k ohm or more
Input Level: -10dBV
Input Impedance: 10k ohm or more
AUX Out
Connector: › 6mm stereo phone
Output Level: -10dBV
Load Impedance: 10k ohm or more
Stereo Out (L, R)
Connector: › 6mm stereo phone
Output Level: -10dBV
Load Impedance: 10k ohm or more
Headphones
Connector: 2 x › 6mm stereo phone
Max. Output: 50mW or more (@32 ohm)
Load Impedance: 16 ohm or more
MIDI Out
Connector: DIN 5 pin
Format: MIDI Standard
Foot Switch
Connector: › 6mm phone
Level: TTL level
Digital Out
Connector: Optical
Format: IEC 60958 (S/P DIF) 44.1kHz
USB (USB2.0 Hi-Speed)
Connector: B type (data save/load controlled from PC)
USB HOST (USB 1.1)
Connector: A type (external CD recorder)
General
Dimensions: (W x D x H): 19 in x 15 x 6.3 in, (400 mm x 264 mm x 85 mm)
Reviewer's Background: mobile recorder and musician
Reviewer's Play Style: everything
i used to have a taskam 8track digital recorder and i decided to move up to something with a little more options and a bit more efficient. well, for having this unit for about a year now, i can say that i have'nt hit a snag with it yet. i only have one problem and thats with the preamps. they are good preamps with low noise but they are somehow set on a clip-canceler meaning that when the preamp clips or spikes too high, it will shut of that channel completely and then you have to turn off the unit and turn it back on to get the use of the channel again. but all'n'all, i think it's still a good deal.
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AT HOME STUDIO? YES!!!
Posted by Jimbo from Kentucky on Oct 2, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active musician for 30 years
Reviewer's Play Style: Christian, Classic Rock
I don't usually respond to things like this...But I just love this recorder. When I was twenty I never dreamed I'd have my own recording studio. This thing is so much fun, quality and so much bang for the buck. If you don't have lots to spend, get this one, you'll love it! I'll still be exploring new things to do with it years from now. It's easy to get started using, but I just keep learning new things and enjoying every bit. I get started and I'm lost for hours. Did I say buy it? You won't regret it!!!
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worth buying
Posted by animal from so. Fla. on Apr 16, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: active playing /recording musician
Reviewer's Play Style: classic rock, jazz , blues
I've had my mr-16hd board for over 2 years now. I haven't had a single problem with it. I've recorded 22 full length songs in house and 8 outside live songs. (and trust me I used every track I could and then some) Every song mastered without a hitch. I've recorded in several high end studios and it would be hard to tell the difference in quality.
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Simply PERFECT
Posted by Nibby from Berkshires, Massachusetts on Feb 12, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Studio musician, Live performer, Rock freak.
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock-n-roll, Hendrix to the Dead.
Because I am not a technologically skilled person by nature (look in the dictionary under "Old School," you'll see my picture!), I was leery about getting this unit. I was silly to worry. This is the easiest to learn, most intuitive digital recorder available anywhere at any price. The sound quality is ridiculously good. The CD's it burns are equivalent in sound quality to ones you buy in a store.
I worked for years in a prestigious recording studio and spent thousands recording my own demos. I wish I'd known then what I know now... I could have done it all on my own in my basement for a few-hundred bucks! Live and learn.
BUY THIS UNIT. You'll love it.
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Do not buy
Posted by robocop from New Mexico on Oct 27, 2008
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: musician
Reviewer's Play Style: all
After I had the machine for just over a year..no warranty,,it coped out..burner would not work. Their service department might as well be a ecivres department the reverse of service they are no use at all. This machine is working now after spending another two hundred bucks getting it repaired. I do not buy anything anymore with out the extended warranty. I am considering buying a new Yamaha with extended warranty. But do not buy a fostex unless you want to pay more money for repairs and depend on a worthless tech support department. Ask around do not take my word for it. I was happy for the first year but then....just like it was programed to go out!
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