If you want a little more power than a handheld digital recorder can offer, but still want your
home recording unit to be portable, then you're looking for a portable multitrack recorder. With
the ability to record simultaneous tracks, edit existing ones, overdub new ones, and mix them all
together, a portable multitrack unit lies between a handheld recorder and more traditional
multi-track unit. With a portable multi-track, your home recording studio will be able to handle
anything from live, on the go recording to a full band configuration; giving you one of the most
versatile home recording rigs available today.
Great features of a portable multitrack
Multi-track recording – As the name implies, a portable multi-track gives you the
ability to record different tracks simultaneously. Unlike handheld stereo recorders, portable
multi-tracks give your home recording studio the ability to record separate tracks from multiple
sources all at once, and then mix those tracks individually for superior sound quality.
Record on the go – Just because your portable multi-track makes a great home
recording studio doesn't mean it has to stay there. The compact and light-weight design of a
portable multi-track allows for easy transportation and quick setup. And with the ability to run on
either AC or battery power, you'll be free to record wherever you want.
Studio features – Chances are that with a portable multitrack in your arsenal you
won't find yourself wishing for more features anytime soon. With recording, overdubbing, editing
and mixing capabilities built directly into the unit, you get everything you need to record your
songs from start to finish.
With a unit like the
Boss
BR800 Digital Recorder you'll be able to record up to 4 tracks simultaneously, giving you the
ability to record everything from your own personal practice to an entire band. The built-in stereo
microphones let you start recording with the push of a button, while the multi-track inputs allow
you to capture a more nuanced and defined sound with the onboard EQ controls. Even more amazingly,
the Boss BR800 lets you overdub new tracks, edit existing ones, and mix them all down, all with the
onboard controls!
Easily Transfer Your Songs – When you're all done recording your tracks, easily
export your stereo mix or each channel individually straight to your computer using a high-speed
USB connection. Today's multitrack recorders are designed to streamline the process of transferring
your home recording; so you can put your music onto a CD quickly.
By selecting a portable multitrack recorder as the base of your home recording studio, you'l
l be prepared to record nearly every occasion. If the situation calls for a quick and easy
recording of a practice session or live performance; you'll be prepared thanks to the built in
stereo microphone. If, however, the situation calls for a more complex and comprehensive recording,
you'll be ready for that too; this time using the multitrack capabilities and onboard controls to
produce a spectacular home recording wherever you are.
