New To Digital

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Currently I use an old Tascam Porta Studio 488 tape machine. I want to step into the world of digital. Hoping for constructive gear suggestions or recommendations.

I'm considering the Boss BR1200 and 1600 machines. I know that the 12 channel only allows 2 tracks to record at the same time which if fine for about 90% of what I may do.

My use is the turn-key one man band in the studio thing. My requirements are multi-track recording, mastering and CD creation. I also need percussion. A voice product with pitch correction, harmonizer and effects would also be helpful. Portability is important.

I'm also considering other stand alone products by Tascam and Yamaha which perhaps may be better units, but they lack some of the rythym section and vocal effects.

One could argue I should go for the best recorder, then add outborad gear for the rythym section, voice or whatever.

Any advice is welcome.