Is the Boss BR900 CD what I need?

[Nicksan]

I play guitar and have an old Tascam Porta 2 (But looks new) and what I used to do is record a guitar rythm then record a solo over that onto a cassette.

What I want is something to replace the Tascam, but digitally. I saw the BR900 CD and that thing looks awesome.

All I really want to do is record a guitar rythm and overlay it with solos and when I get better, some drums and bass lines. I dont have any wish to record to computer though, just record digitally then burn to the CD.
I looked at many others but having the ability to record directly to CD is well worth the extra cost.
Thanks.

[Gorty]

I have and use the BR 1600, obviously it has more tracks and features, but man I love it!

[edgarallanpoe]

I have a 900-CD and absolutely love it. It is perfect for what you want to do, and still leaves you room to expand. After I got used to the basic set-up I went out and got a Dr-880, an RNP, and an RNC. I don't have as many tracks as some of the bigger units, but the tracks I do have sound absolutely stellar.

[Dumby]

Get the BR-1600 because if you get the BR1200-1180 or whatever you'll regret not getting in the first place....you;ll have to try and find someone to sell your unit too lose money then spend again to upgrade to a better unit. Trust me on this, buying the 900 you're only limiting yourself a very short time down the road...Good luck and keep doing some research!

[Gorty]

Originally Posted by Dumby

Get the BR-1600 because if you get the BR1200-1180 or whatever you'll regret not getting in the first place....you;ll have to try and find someone to sell your unit too lose money then spend again to upgrade to a better unit. Trust me on this, buying the 900 you're only limiting yourself a very short time down the road...Good luck and keep doing some research!

I will second that!

[Nicksan]

Ive done some research and as far as I can tell the 1600 has more tracks and better drum machine? Than the 900 or 1200, Am I missing something?
I can understand getting the better model but I really only need 4 tracks and I dont need to record any instruments at the same time. What other features does the 1600 have over the 1200 and 900? Thanks.

[Dumby]

Ok ,so you only need four tracks (for now) but you will probably want to double track some rythm guitars, solo or vocals to make things sound thicker (this is done with a tap of the finger on the 1180 and 1200 and 1600) and with the four track...bam your stuck using stoopid virtual tracks screwing around...Trust me...
As for other features, the 1180 only records on or two instruments at once, but it's the fact the you're limiting yourself to 4 tracks....Most of my songs you only hear "four intruments" but vocals are double tracked, guitars are double tracked and the the solo is too, drums, oh...and when the song is done you get this great idea and you want to add something else in there...YOU NEED THE TRACK SPACE! I'm banning you from buying the 900!

At least get the 1180! Keep diggin'!
Give me some damn rep someone if I"m helpful!

[Nicksan]

Originally Posted by Dumby

Ok ,so you only need four tracks (for now) but you will probably want to double track some rythm guitars, solo or vocals to make things sound thicker (this is done with a tap of the finger on the 1180 and 1200 and 1600) and with the four track...bam your stuck using stoopid virtual tracks screwing around...Trust me...
As for other features, the 1180 only records on or two instruments at once, but it's the fact the you're limiting yourself to 4 tracks....Most of my songs you only hear "four intruments" but vocals are double tracked, guitars are double tracked and the the solo is too, drums, oh...and when the song is done you get this great idea and you want to add something else in there...YOU NEED THE TRACK SPACE! I'm banning you from buying the 900!

At least get the 1180! Keep diggin'!
Give me some damn rep someone if I"m helpful!

I wouldnt mind 8 tracks so the BR-900 seems the better choice, also, this is strictly for fun, I dont have a studio or anything like that, It would be just for messing around on. I dont see the 1180 on the roland website, just 900, 1200 and up. It looks like its either the 900 or the 1200, If the 1200 just has more tracks I will probably go with the 900 but if I can scrape together enough cash to get the 1200 I will think about it also. Thanks.

[Dumby]

I'm glad you have your mind made up...if you're convinced that's what you want then go for it...but I will say, that later when your tracks sound too thin on a burned cd for fun you'll find many threads in here to help you out!
I have BR-1180 i'm trying to sell as a matter of fact drop me a line if you're interested!
Dumby

[Nicksan]

Originally Posted by Dumby

I'm glad you have your mind made up...if you're convinced that's what you want then go for it...but I will say, that later when your tracks sound too thin on a burned cd for fun you'll find many threads in here to help you out!
I have BR-1180 i'm trying to sell as a matter of fact drop me a line if you're interested!
Dumby

What do you mean "sound to thin" ?
I just looked up the differences between the 1180 and 1200. I guess the difference is the 1180 has a 20 gig HD and its 10 tracks, and the 1200 has 40gig and is 12 tracks. Is the 1180 discontinued or an older model?

[Gorty]

Buy the BR1200 or the BR1600CDR, you will never regret buying the BR1600, but eventually you will with the 1180 or 1200.


TRUST ME!

[Nicksan]

Originally Posted by Gorty

Buy the BR1200 or the BR1600CDR, you will never regret buying the BR1600, but eventually you will with the 1180 or 1200.
TRUST ME!

Why would I regret it? This will only be for fun, not in a band or anything and I doubt I will ever be recording more than one instrument at a time.

[Gorty]

Originally Posted by Nicksan

Why would I regret it? This will only be for fun, not in a band or anything and I doubt I will ever be recording more than one instrument at a time.

Once you start dabbling and you see the results of what you can do and how much fun it is, you will want to expand!

Every person in this forum I'm sure will tell you similar!

I only record one instrument at a time, and when you see and hear what the difference is between just having one or two guitars recorded as to three and four guitars and bass and keyboards, you will want as many tracks and effects as you can get, especially with a stand alone unit like the Boss BR.

The decision is yours obviously, I am just offering my opinion and experience in this matter. Been there done that!

Kev

[Nicksan]

I would be able to record a rythm, bass and lead guitar with the BR900 right? I just cant justify spending over 1000$ on something I will only be playing around with, althought the 1200 is only 400$ more.
I understand, I have bought several things and wish I had got the better one but I doubt that with this. As long as I have enough tracks to do a rythm guitar, Bass and lead and maybe drums (not at the same time) I would be content.
Thanks.

[Gorty]

Originally Posted by Nicksan

I would be able to record a rythm, bass and lead guitar with the BR900 right? I just cant justify spending over 1000$ on something I will only be playing around with, althought the 1200 is only 400$ more.
I understand, I have bought several things and wish I had got the better one but I doubt that with this. As long as I have enough tracks to do a rythm guitar, Bass and lead and maybe drums (not at the same time) I would be content.
Thanks.

You're Welcome Nicksan!

[72fender]

You want to wait until the new BR-600 ships, check out the demo at Roland http://www.rolandus.com/products/pro...3&ParentId=110 .

[FunkDaddy]

Yeah that new BR-600 looks to be TOIGHT!

BTW, anyone notice how all the videos/demos/etc from roland.com like...disappeared after they upgraded the site?

[acidrock]

Originally Posted by Nicksan

I really only need 4 tracks .

I wouldn't say that too loudly on this forum.

I'm with you to a point on cutting back.

If you only record by yourself two inputs is plenty.

I migrated from a Roland eight track to a very powerful(comparitively)computer set up.But seeing as I use drum loops and play simple rock music I
rarely go over eight tracks.

The Boss recorders are supposed to be easy to use,,but there will still be a learning curve.Stick to your guns and post any questions if you've got them and it will be a very rewarding investment.

[Nicksan]

The BR600 looks good but I want the ability to record digitally then directly to a cd, thats why I like the BR-900.
Am I right in thinking that I can record to the HD on these then to the CD? and overlap a rythm with a solo and such? like I do on my Porta-2?

[72fender]

You can use either USB or a smart card reader to tranfer songs to your computer for burning CDs.