Boss Audio Systems owner manual Introduction to the BR-900CD, Features, Simple operation

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.

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.”

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V-Track1

V-Track2

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.

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.

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