Foster R8 Tapemaschine

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€500.00

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The Fostex R8 is an analog

8-track tape machine, developed for use in home and semi-professional studios and known for its compact design and the possibility of computer control.

Condition:

The condition is very good considering its age (purchased in 1992). It turns on and has power. Fast forward and rewind work. Only play does not work. This needs to be repaired.

General information:

This is used equipment. It is sold as is, without warranty. There are no returns or complaints.

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The Fostex R8 is an analog

8-track tape machine, developed for use in home and semi-professional studios and known for its compact design and the possibility of computer control.

Key Features of the Fostex R8

Track Count and Tape Width: It records eight discrete tracks onto a relatively narrow 1/4-inch tape.
Tape Speed: The machine operates at a speed of 15 ips (inches per second), which corresponds to 38 cm/s, to ensure high audio quality.
Noise Reduction: The Dolby C system is integrated to reduce tape hiss.
Reel Size: It uses a maximum of 7-inch reels.
Detachable Control Panel: A special feature is the detachable control panel, which also serves as a wired remote control, allowing flexible remote operation.
Automation Features: The R8 has various transport and automation functions, including punch-in/out and multi-point auto-locate functions, which make recording and correction easier.
Synchronization: It can optionally be equipped with a MIDI synchronization interface (MTC-1) to sync it with other devices like sequencers or drum machines.

The R8 was launched in the late 80s and offered a cost-effective way to achieve high-quality analog multitrack recordings, which is why it was popular in many private studios.

General information:

This is used equipment. It is sold as is, without warranty. There are no returns or complaints.

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