Maybe you’re not into recording on a computer. Or maybe you are, but you need a versatile, portable multi-track solution to augment your computer setup. Either way, you need to consider the MRS-1608CD Multi-Track Recording Studio from Zoom.

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Perfect for the performer or songwriter who needs a stand-alone, multi-track recording solution with an eye on portability, the MRS-1608CD is a 16-track digital audio workstation and hard disk recorder that combines the power of seamless digital editing with Zoom’s famous signal processing. And it’s as easy to use. True plug and play has always been an advantage with hard disk recording.

The 1608CD’s 16 tracks each contain 10 virtual tracks for multiple takes. It has 8 XLR/phone combination input jacks, 4 with phantom power for condenser microphones. And the 1608CD can record up to 8 tracks simultaneously with Compression and EQ – great for recording drums. Or take the 1608CD to your show and record a live performance down to 8 tracks.

Make your own beats

But what really sets the 1608CD apart are its pad sampling drum and bass sections. The 1608CD is the only multi-track hard disk recorder with programmable drum and bass sections and a complete bank of touch-sensitive pads.

Its 12 touch-sensitive, backlit, playable pads allow you to assign virtual tracks or WAV/AIFF flies. Over 100 different drum and bass sounds are included, and the 1608CD has 40 drum kits and 20 bass sounds that you can program into your project. And the 1608CD also has an amazing 500 user programmable patterns available per song.

Pre-recorded drum beats and samples phrases can also be imported using the CD-R/RW drive. Up to 100 samples can be stored per project, and by cutting and pasting, loops can be created and dropped in and out of songs quickly and easily.

Master your domain

The 1608CD has adjustable EQ and pan controls for each channel, as well as a complete array of adjustable 24-bit mastering effects such as Reverb, Chorus, Modulation, Delay and Compression. Of course, the MRS-1608CD model also has an integrated CR-R/RW drive, so you can mix and master your project right down to CD without the use of any external hardware.

The 1608CD is the solution for performers and songwriters who need an affordable, stand-alone, multi-track recording console for complete project work. It’s also a great accessory to a computer-based project studio whenever live tracks are needed.