Fostex VF160 Digital Hard Disk Multi-Track System
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Record, master, and let it burn.
Overview
Here's the next generation hard disk 16-track digital recording/editing/mixing/CD mastering power tool all wrapped up in one easy-to-use package. Based on the popular VF16, the VF160 comes standard with a built-in CDR so you can burn CDs directly in the unit! No options, no gimmicks - simply record, master, and let it burn. The recording engine features a total of 16 tracks plus 8 virtual tracks for recording additional takes. The simultaneous 16-track recording to a large capacity 20GB internal E-IDE hard disk gives you hours of record time on all 16 tracks - all under the control of Fostex's clever FDMS-3 technology. In otherwords you can simultaneously record a total of 16 tracks consisting of 8 analog signals and 8 ADAT digital signals. Tracks 1-8 record the ADAT digital signals (from an optional VC-8, VM88 or similar) and tracks 9-16 DIRECT RECORD the 8 analog signals. This technology enables more efficient disk and CPU usage so you get more recording track minutes per drive without data compression, and faster editing and DSP operations.
The VF160 also provides easy-to-operate non-destructive editing with a waveform display and newly added zoom feature for precise waveform editing. The VF160's superb digital mixer provides 60mm faders for all 16 channels, 3-band EQ with parametric mid and high on all 16 channels, master EQ, channel and master compressors, 8 mic inputs (2 with XLR, inserts, and phantom power), ADAT optical I/O, 2 effect sends and 2 aux sends per channel… read more (switchable pre/post), and 99-mix Scene Memory. Plus, the VF160 comes with 2 independent multi-effect DSPs including a pre-set library with great sounding algorithms. Affordably priced, easy to use, and with hours of record time, the all-in-one complete digital recording solution just got a whole lot better. Check it out today at your Fostex Dealer.
Features
Internal CD-R/RW drive - the CD-1A
ADAT Mixer Mode - when using PC/Mac-based audio/midi software and an ADAT audio card, the VF160 can be used as a full function mixer with its high-quality mic amps, digital EQ and effects processing available for inputs and simultaneous monitoring of the audio on the PC, each with its own fader.
Scrub Zoom allows zooming-in of the current waveform display by up to 16 times, so that editing points can now be selected more precisely.
Fader Pairing allows channels be paired or ganged in stereo sets i.e. Ch 1-2, 5-6, etc. and have the stereo level controlled by the odd numbered respective fader.
Channel Solo allows any number of channels to be placed into solo mode quickly and easily.
In addition to "individual track" and "8 track" modes, Track Exchange is now enhanced to include "stereo pair" exchange.
BPM Delay will automatically calculate the feedback time of the delay according to any change of tempo as designated in the tempo map.
Event Map Locate allows instant access to points displayed on the Event Map Screen.
Locate to Last Rec Point will instantly return to the point where the last recording began. read less
The VF160 also provides easy-to-operate non-destructive editing with a waveform display and newly added zoom feature for precise waveform editing. The VF160's superb digital mixer provides 60mm faders for all 16 channels, 3-band EQ with parametric mid and high on all 16 channels, master EQ, channel and master compressors, 8 mic inputs (2 with XLR, inserts, and phantom power), ADAT optical I/O, 2 effect sends and 2 aux sends per channel… read more (switchable pre/post), and 99-mix Scene Memory. Plus, the VF160 comes with 2 independent multi-effect DSPs including a pre-set library with great sounding algorithms. Affordably priced, easy to use, and with hours of record time, the all-in-one complete digital recording solution just got a whole lot better. Check it out today at your Fostex Dealer.
Features
Internal CD-R/RW drive - the CD-1A
ADAT Mixer Mode - when using PC/Mac-based audio/midi software and an ADAT audio card, the VF160 can be used as a full function mixer with its high-quality mic amps, digital EQ and effects processing available for inputs and simultaneous monitoring of the audio on the PC, each with its own fader.
Scrub Zoom allows zooming-in of the current waveform display by up to 16 times, so that editing points can now be selected more precisely.
Fader Pairing allows channels be paired or ganged in stereo sets i.e. Ch 1-2, 5-6, etc. and have the stereo level controlled by the odd numbered respective fader.
Channel Solo allows any number of channels to be placed into solo mode quickly and easily.
In addition to "individual track" and "8 track" modes, Track Exchange is now enhanced to include "stereo pair" exchange.
BPM Delay will automatically calculate the feedback time of the delay according to any change of tempo as designated in the tempo map.
Event Map Locate allows instant access to points displayed on the Event Map Screen.
Locate to Last Rec Point will instantly return to the point where the last recording began. read less
Specs
Rec/Play
Recording media: Internal E-IDE 3.5 in. hard disk
Recording format: FDMS-3 (Fostex Disk Management System-3 ver. 1)
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
Quantization: 16-bit linear (non compressed)
ADC: 20-bit 64x oversampling Delta/Sigma
DAC: 24-bit 128x oversampling Delta/Sigma
Recording time: depends on the HD capacity
Number of tracks: 16 tracks + 8 additional tracks maximum, 16 track play and simultaneous recording
Pitch control: +/- 6%
Crossfade: 10ms
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Dynamic range: 88dB or more
T.H.D.: 0.01% (typical)
Crosstalk: 60dB or more @1kHz
Equalizer
Lo: 400Hz +/- 18dB (Shelving)
Mid: 500Hz - 20.2kHz +/-18dB (Parametric)
Hi: 500Hz - 20.2kHz +/-18dB (Parametric, Shelving)
Inputs/Outputs
Input (A-H) Connector 6mm TRS phone jack (unbalanced) Level -50dBV (mic) - +2dBV (line), variable Impedance 50k ohm or more
Input (G, H) Connector XLR3-31 type (balanced) +48V phantom power and 6mm TRS phone jack (balanced) Level -50dBu (mic) - +2dBu (line), variable Impedance 1k ohm or more (XLR) 50k ohm or more (phone)
Insert x 2 Connector 6mm TRS phone jack (TIP: output/RING: input) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Input/Output Level -10dBV
Monitor Out (L, R) Connector 6mm phone jack (unbalanced) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Level -10dBV
Headphone Connector 6mm stereo phone jack Impedance 8 ohm or more
AUX Send (1/2) connector 6mm TRS phone jack (TIP: send 1/RING: send 2) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Level -10dBV
Stereo Out (L, R) Connector RCA pin jack Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Output Level -10dBV
Footswitch 6mm phone jack (Optional Model 8051)
Digital In/Out Connector ADAT optical/S/PDIF
MIDI In/Out 2 x DIN 5 pin/MIDI Standard
Dimensions (W x H x D): 15.83 x 4.331 x 14.57 in.
Note: These specifications are preliminary and may change without notice.
Recording media: Internal E-IDE 3.5 in. hard disk
Recording format: FDMS-3 (Fostex Disk Management System-3 ver. 1)
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
Quantization: 16-bit linear (non compressed)
ADC: 20-bit 64x oversampling Delta/Sigma
DAC: 24-bit 128x oversampling Delta/Sigma
Recording time: depends on the HD capacity
Number of tracks: 16 tracks + 8 additional tracks maximum, 16 track play and simultaneous recording
Pitch control: +/- 6%
Crossfade: 10ms
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Dynamic range: 88dB or more
T.H.D.: 0.01% (typical)
Crosstalk: 60dB or more @1kHz
Equalizer
Lo: 400Hz +/- 18dB (Shelving)
Mid: 500Hz - 20.2kHz +/-18dB (Parametric)
Hi: 500Hz - 20.2kHz +/-18dB (Parametric, Shelving)
Inputs/Outputs
Input (A-H) Connector 6mm TRS phone jack (unbalanced) Level -50dBV (mic) - +2dBV (line), variable Impedance 50k ohm or more
Input (G, H) Connector XLR3-31 type (balanced) +48V phantom power and 6mm TRS phone jack (balanced) Level -50dBu (mic) - +2dBu (line), variable Impedance 1k ohm or more (XLR) 50k ohm or more (phone)
Insert x 2 Connector 6mm TRS phone jack (TIP: output/RING: input) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Input/Output Level -10dBV
Monitor Out (L, R) Connector 6mm phone jack (unbalanced) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Level -10dBV
Headphone Connector 6mm stereo phone jack Impedance 8 ohm or more
AUX Send (1/2) connector 6mm TRS phone jack (TIP: send 1/RING: send 2) Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Level -10dBV
Stereo Out (L, R) Connector RCA pin jack Load Impedance 10k ohm or more Output Level -10dBV
Footswitch 6mm phone jack (Optional Model 8051)
Digital In/Out Connector ADAT optical/S/PDIF
MIDI In/Out 2 x DIN 5 pin/MIDI Standard
Dimensions (W x H x D): 15.83 x 4.331 x 14.57 in.
Note: These specifications are preliminary and may change without notice.
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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I will use it as long as it suits my needs. I do plan to use it in a live setting in the near future as a combination mixer/recorder. We'll see how it holds up.
Sound
All in all, you get quality digital reproduction with this machine. The fact that you only have 3 band, sweep eq, limits your ability to shape the tracks post recording. In other words, work to get the sound you want as close as you can get it, on recording before mixing.
Features
I think the effects processors, (2), are good. Plenty of selection and editing capabilities. After 6 months of use, I would say that faders & pots seem to be of good quality.
Quality
Everything functions well so far. I haven't subjected it to "the road" yet. We'll see........
Value
For someone looling to get into 16 track digital recording, who has no concerns about amp modeling and drum tracks, you can't beat it. With the price in the $900.00 range with some of the financing options available, it's a great value.
Manufacturer Support
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The Wow Factor
whatever...........
Musical Style:
Rock/blues/r&b/boogie/perimeter country
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