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Description

Ever since they pioneered the first 8-track 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 MR16 digital recorder 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).

The Fostex MR16 also provides 4 x analog inputs (mic/line) with phantom power, one of which features built-in analog distortion, amp simulation, and 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 MR16 recorder 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 MR16 also features powerful 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.
Open Box Fostex MR-16HD 16-Track Digital Recorder Level 1 Black

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

Specs

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)
  • Weight Approx.: 9.5 lbs, (3.2kgs)
  • Power Requirement: 100V - 230V, 50/60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 14W

Reviews

3.8

5 Reviews

0%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • input 1 failure

    4

    submitted15 years ago

    byjoe fisher

    fromlancaster,pa

    product is great except for faulty input. only had unit for less than two years and input #1 is useless.

  • Works very well with our band.

    4

    submitted15 years ago

    byChristopher

    fromSalt Lake City Ut

    We got ours 4 weeks ago, and I love this thing. Recorded sound quality is supurb. The transfer to PC through USB is quick for editing. For the price, this is a good deal. Being able to record all members of our band simeultaneously on independant channels was our next step from being a jam band to a band with album burning potential. If you decide to get serious with your band, you need a multitracker, and the MR-16 is a great choice as long as you only have 4 members. The only reason I scored this 4 instead of 5 is for lack of independant channel outputs. Because of this, we have to split each input before the recorder to the amplifiers, or take noisy amplifier outputs and run them to the recorder.

  • Awesome

    5

    submitted15 years ago

    byJDOG

    fromLos Alamitos, California

    Wow. All I have to say is that this was awesome and just what my band needed! Thanks Fostex!

  • Awesome sound quality - 100% true

    5

    submitted15 years ago

    byJimmy Mac

    fromLas Vegas, NV

    The learning curve continues - only because there are so many features on this baby! The on-board effects are sufficient although I pre-engage most all mine prior to recording. There is a aux that allows you to put your limiter/compressor in line that is very unique. (I read another review that stated he had to put his 1/4" cable in part of the way. This is the jack for the limiter which is a stereo "in." It also receives back through this same plug - easy mistake to make unless you read the manual.) All the slides are positioned with the perfect spacing for ease of mastering. The trims are sensitive and there is plenty of power to deliver the signal from the weakest source. The built in Mic and amp simulation are something else. The guitar distortion is amazing. The only thing I wish it had was the ability to add some "EQ" prior to mastering. You can add effect through the 4 built in effects, but then again - I'm still learning all of its capabilities so I think I'll hold back the judgement on this one. The last great thing about this is how you can load your songs out to a CD-R or computer. My CD-R unit was backordered so I had to send the songs to my PC. Mastering is so simple! Creating the song to a .wav file was incredibly easy. Sending it to my computer via USB cable took all of 8 seconds and it opened its own window on my PC. This is the bomb! I've been recording for over 25 years . . . I'll soon be 60 years old. This dog can hunt!

  • Not what i hoped

    1

    submitted16 years ago

    byCircle of the Fallen

    fromPhoenix, Arizona

    when i got it i expected it to work but the 1/4" plug in wouldn't work unless i had the 1/4" plug pulled out slightly i sent it back and am waiting for guitar centers to resend me my item it may be a defect by that one item but i am still unhappy with the play back sound i may send it a back and invest in a computer program like pro tools but i don't like midi interface so i will have to find something to my liking FALL

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