Boss Audio Systems BR-900CD - Manual (Page 14)

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Introduction to the BR-900CD
Features
Simple operation
The BR-900CD is designed to be operated as easily as a
cassette tape recorder, even by beginners.
The BR-900CD allows anyone to readily enjoy the benefits of
digital recording as soon as it’s taken out of the box. So,
you’ll surely have listened to the demo songs, if not gone
ahead and produced an entire audio CD, all on your first day
with your new unit.
In addition, it comes equipped with a CD-R/RW drive,
making it easy to keep recorded works stored on audio CDs.
Digital audio workstation
All processes are fully digital
In addition to a digital mixer and digital recorder, the BR-
900CD contains five digital effects processors.
It is possible to perform all steps needed for recording, including
editing, bouncing tracks, using effects, and mixing down,
entirely within the digital realm, so there is no deterioration in
the signal quality.
Using the USB connector also allows you to save the song
data you create to a computer.
Equipped with V-Tracks
The BR-900CD has eight audio recording tracks, which
provides for simultaneous recording on two tracks, or
simultaneous playback from eight tracks.
Moreover, each track incorporates eight virtual tracks, called
“V-Tracks,” for a total recording capability of 8 x 8 = 64
tracks! This increased versatility allows you to do things such
as record numerous takes of a guitar solo, which you can
later choose from when putting it all together. Also, while
playing back eight tracks, you can use the bounce mode to
bounce to a V-Track and perform stereo bouncing without
needing to erase any data.
Equipped with CD-R/RW Drive
The BR-900CD features a CD-R/RW drive capable of both
reading and burning CD-R and CD-RW discs, making it easy
to produce audio CDs of the performances you record.
In addition, you can back up performance data stored on
memory cards to CD-R/RW discs for even more efficient and
effective use of your memory cards.
When you use the CD-R/RW drive, you must use only the
supplied AC adaptor.
The CD-R/RW drive cannot be used while running on
battery power.
Rhythm function
The “Rhythm function” makes it easy to capture phrases or
musical ideas that come to mind. Simply select an
appropriate Rhythm pattern, and set the tempo.
In addition to the internal preset Rhythm patterns already
provided, you can also create your own original Rhythm
patterns. By recording using the Rhythm function, editing
one measure at a time is greatly simplified.
“Section 4 Using the Rhythm” (p. 119)
Five versatile digital effects processors
The BR-900CD comes with five different types of effects
processors. These systems, including recording effects (Insert
effects), send/return (Loop Effects), tone adjustment (Track
EQ), vocal pitch correction (Pitch Correction), and mastering
effects (Mastering Tool Kit) can be used independently for
each application as needed. This enables high-quality song
production in a single device, with no need to connect any
external effects.
The BR-900CD has many built-in simulations and effects,
including amp modeling with COSM for a wide variety of
insert effects. Many effects for vocal, keyboard, and guitar
tracks are also included for a vast array of applications.
The loop effects include spatial effects such as chorus and
reverb, which are vital for proper stereo mixdown.
The Track EQ is a built-in, two-band EQ whose utility is most
fully exhibited in making tone adjustments during mixdown.
What are V-Tracks?
Each track consists of eight virtual tracks, and you can
choose any one of these tracks for recording or playback.
This means that you can record to up to a maximum of
64 tracks, and then select any eight of them to play back.
These virtual tracks that make up the actual tracks are
called “V-Tracks.”
fig.00-101
V-Track2
V-Track1
V-Track3
V-Track4
V-Track5
V-Track6
V-Track7
V-Track8
A “Track Sheet” is provided at the rear of this manual (p.
230), which you make copies of, and fill in when
recording music to V-Tracks.