BOSS BR-800 Full Review

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  • @joepalooka2145
    @joepalooka2145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I agree whole-heartedly with your comments at the end of your video. The BR800 is an amazing machine. HOWEVER---- this comes with a warning! If you are an inexperienced beginner like I was at first, you have to spend a lot of time learning how to use it!! It really boggled my brain trying to remember and apply all the functions. The learning curve is long and challenging. But if you do put in the time, you will also get a fantastic basic education in the recording process. The engineers at Roland/BOSS who designed the BR800 this are total geniuses. And the main thing is--- it really sounds great!

  • @Yanto-Bardic
    @Yanto-Bardic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not all of us Creative Artists/Musicians are 'Technically' knowledgeable or gifted with recording stuff, so this is a very welcome tutorial. "Thank-You".

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yanto2013 just doing my part to help man! Thanks for your kindness!

  • @marcwav
    @marcwav 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for this. I bought it because I don't have an audio interface to a DAW. I was simply using it as a way to record stuff and import it later. I had no idea how many tricks you could use before even getting it into a DAW.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Marc Arena yes sir! It is a powerful little tool! Thanks for watching and becoming a sub!

    • @kenwolf6293
      @kenwolf6293 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use Reaper DAW...one payment all upgrades free..mind you i havnt used it for a long time..but if I get this I will be

  • @carlosmontenegro6734
    @carlosmontenegro6734 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for this video!! I’m glad I purchased it, and all thanks to this video!! The next step is to purchase my DAW and use this little powerful machine to its full capacity!!!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Carlos Montenegro the same program I've been using is now FREE! (Cakewalk by Bandlab) The most powerful free DAW out there man!

    • @carlosmontenegro6734
      @carlosmontenegro6734 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s unbelievable!! Do you know a download link?? Thank you in advance

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Carlos Montenegro cakewalk.bandlab.com

    • @carlosmontenegro6734
      @carlosmontenegro6734 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert McClellan awesome!! Thanks a lot!!!

  • @roelseinstr5
    @roelseinstr5 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you, I`ve been looking for one decent review of the BR800 and finally, this is it. Now I feel confident in buying one.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey! Thank you for your kindness. I was wanting to make something a little more in depth for that reason. I had to jump blindly into the purchase, but man am I glad I did! If you would like to see any specific videos on this unit let me know.

    • @vitomasilotti
      @vitomasilotti 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Homestudiosimplifed Yea, hi Robert. Remember me? Can you do a video on using the Virtual Tracks?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If Roland finally gets back to me and provides another unit. I’d like to do a more in-depth tutorial on it, but unfortunately I sold it 4 years ago...

    • @vitomasilotti
      @vitomasilotti 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed Oh wow, so you sold the Boss BR-800? Oh, I thought you kinda' liked it, and were using it yourself. That's a surprise. Sorry...

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vito Masilotti yes I needed the money and I regret ever getting rid of it now. However, I kind of “outgrew” it as well.
      I was really just using it as an interface with bells and whistles as well as a demo maker.
      I moved on to separate preamps and effects as my knowledge grew.
      I would still recommend it and may even get another myself someday!

  • @NelsonBop
    @NelsonBop 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very comprehensive. Your video has reminded me how to use it. The BR800 allows a player to concentrate more on playing than focus mainly on the IT.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for watching! That is a fair assessment and the outcome is better music!

  • @silvrmanewjrockz2649
    @silvrmanewjrockz2649 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude..I cannot tell you how helpful your video is. I argued, and wrung my hands over which daw, which recorder- until I too settled on this puppy. Thanks, man! I like your lyrics, btw, and I watched your studio setup too. Great offering on TH-cam, btw. Sign me up.

  • @lmat144
    @lmat144 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love my Br800 with it I take online classes and record everything on the computer and practice my songs. I have since 2104.

  • @williammcconnell800
    @williammcconnell800 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the BR;800 for the last 5 to 6 years. And am still learning parts on it. Its a nice recorder. But its very important to know the effects and other parts & etc, if you want a good standard professional style recording.

  • @Homestudiosimplifed
    @Homestudiosimplifed  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man! If you'd like you can check out www.nimbitmusic.com/robertmcclellan in fact this video here will walk you through the process! th-cam.com/video/CwMJFzdYKEA/w-d-xo.html

    • @guitarpoetone1
      @guitarpoetone1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert McClellan 🤓 🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎰🎸🎧🚚🎤🗾🗾

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lorenzo Lozano 👏🏻👐🏻🙏🏻👆🏻👔🎼🎸🎧🎹

  • @stompboxcoverband9404
    @stompboxcoverband9404 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! Had a Fostex cassette recorder years ago and a Boss drum machine. This looks fantastic!

  • @AlfredoZauberer
    @AlfredoZauberer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got the BOSS BR-864 for 30 Years now and it still works, it is mostly the same like the 800!
    The 800 ist better and newer in sound!
    But i wirte my most Songs on that Maschine, there ist No absolute No Option out there, in the whole Market Worldwide, to wirte faster and better a Song Arrangement!
    With a Boss Recorder you have, really all what you need to complete a whole Song!
    What you need is a Guitar, cable and a Mic, thats all!
    OK, Headphones or Speakers you need too.
    When you once inside the Workflow, it IS amazing how fast you can wirte a Song!
    And when you make a good Guitar Setup, you can use this Record for further build your Song inside your PC DAW!
    When you are a Guitarist and you got a Band and want to wirte Songs, there is No better Option for you, that is true!

  • @AndyInTheUK
    @AndyInTheUK 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought one. Your review is awesome and is going to really help me get started. Thank you.

  • @whatabouttheearth
    @whatabouttheearth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use a Mission Engineering Power 529 to an Aukey 20,000 mAh battery and run my effects off grid out of a briefcase with a Roland Cube street, I never thought of it but I bet you can do the same with this since it's 9V (save on AAs).
    If you got something like a Goal Zero Yeti Solar "generator" and a Goal Zero Boulder 100 briefcase solar panel you could keep changing the Aukey (and the Yeti) and have guitar with full effects for weeks in the woods (assuming the Yeti would charge the Cube or recharge batteries for it)

  • @kenwolf6293
    @kenwolf6293 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was about to buy the Tascam DP 800 ex...when I came across this..because I wanted to record a solo over a song on the Boss Micro BR...and its not possible or at least I cant find anyone that shows how..now I have a big decition to make because this is a lot more then i can afford ...hmmmmm fantastic tutorial and i may be watching it over and over if I go by my heart and not my pocket...ha ha massive ty

  • @SaulTiberiusNads
    @SaulTiberiusNads 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a really helpful review, Robert. Thanks!

  • @HappyHalos
    @HappyHalos 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Awesome Jam. Love your style of playing guitar.

  • @CharlieBrown5646
    @CharlieBrown5646 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Robert, my name is John I'm glad you did this video, I have a Br-800 also and I love it, I have had it about 4 or 5 years I recorded a album on it, I know there is more that I can do with it, do you have anything that you have recorded on it for a sample?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Charles Lowery Sorry for the late reply, I just seen this. If you check out my Discography here on my channel, you can hear many samples. Everything I do is done through the BR-800 and Sonar!

  • @wasimoto_7540
    @wasimoto_7540 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Informative and musically tasteful demonstration! Thank you

  • @larryeells6716
    @larryeells6716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great overview I got a new one 100 bucks.

  • @davemillerizer
    @davemillerizer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video. I purchased this a few years and still dont know the ins and outs of it. I know how to record, but I'm having a problem hooking up my microphone to it. I have a sm58 mic

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shoot me an email with your questions and I’ll try to help. Homestudiosimplified@gmail.com

  • @whatabouttheearth
    @whatabouttheearth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watch out for that wheel, it's easy for your finger to slip and mess up the settings on another track or the track effects setting below. For example you could be altering the pan on track 4 and slip to eq or reverb on track 2 because you didn't notice you bumped the arrows.

  • @Breakbeats92.5
    @Breakbeats92.5 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the BR-8 back in the day and loved it! Hard to believe I was getting so much mileage out of those 100 megabyte zip disks LOL. This model supports up to 32 gigs, woop!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Music Power wow! Now you’re telling your age! LOL

    • @dubblyewjay1133
      @dubblyewjay1133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed me too! Now the Br8 and the Zoom I have are obsolete.

  • @preetamr12
    @preetamr12 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Really loved your review. Do you know if there is a foot switch that can be used to call different effects while recording in real time?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is a foot switch (FS1), but it only allows for a play/record feature.

  • @johnhelene3129
    @johnhelene3129 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    best tutorial so far brilliant Roland should pay you mate would really like a video for how to set the daw software to the br as I am a complete novice

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here it is: th-cam.com/video/ZimDhO6iXxk/w-d-xo.html

  • @raulacevedo-esteves9493
    @raulacevedo-esteves9493 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a BR900CD, and this was very useful. Even with their differences, much of it is the same in the BR900CD.

  • @codica666
    @codica666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still trying to figure out what the difference between the DR-800 and the DR-80 is. I'd say the DR-800 is more versatile and accessible for recording. It also has more input options (4 x microphone, foot switch etc.). On the other hand the DR-80 has an eBand mode for playing along (also change pitch, speed, etc.) which the DR-800 lacks. Are the guitar effects the same on both devices btw.?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      codica666 it does have a phrase trainer so you can learn solos and what not. I am not certain as to whether the pedals have similar effects however.

    • @codica666
      @codica666 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Another detail worth considering: the BR-800 comes with a power adapter (not included with the BR-80). Obviously much of the ease of use of the BR-800 comes from having real sliders. Still not sure if the effects are the same on both devices. I really love the auto-wah/funk effect you showed on your unit. Would be too bad not having that on the BR-80. Also I wonder if my small amp (Roland cube) is "good enough" to plug the BR-800 into and play around a bit. Great video btw. ;)

  • @raylenewaye1663
    @raylenewaye1663 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thanks for the tutorial Robert, really helpful... can you loop vocals or other instruments like you did with the guitar? thanks :)

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Raylene Waye yes! I had used the vocal looping a few times myself. Thanks for watching!

  • @toddparfitt7571
    @toddparfitt7571 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a BR-800 because of your videos. It will not load ANY SD cards. Tried several and get error messages. Cards are brand new.

  • @chadaaron8517
    @chadaaron8517 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Robert, great video! Which input would you use if you already have effects and same question for simultaneous recording a live practice with a bass, guitar, electronic drums and a singer?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chad Aaron inputs 1-4 on the back should get you there.

  • @dubblyewjay1133
    @dubblyewjay1133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wanted something to replace my BR800.. and gave up searching because there doesn't seem to be anything I can song create on my phone with in multitrack.
    So like Gerry says in Ferry Cross The Mersey..here I'll stay!😉

  • @peacefulwarrior9000
    @peacefulwarrior9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the help you gave me, I was able to get the files downloaded to my laptop, I found a good article that got me through it. I appreciate your help

  • @jamesmclachlan1126
    @jamesmclachlan1126 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent! Many thanks for sharing your 4 and a half years experience. It's just a damn shame that the Rhythm Composer software hasn't been updated for later OS X or Windows use.

    • @bruvvamoff
      @bruvvamoff ปีที่แล้ว

      Youre kidding me? I just got one on ebay. Will the software not work on Windows 11?

  • @jasoncarrasco7682
    @jasoncarrasco7682 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative video. Im thinking of buying one. Two questions: can you make it display beats and bars instead of seconds and minutes? And to reiterate, you can set drum samples to a particular bpm correct?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jason Carrasco yes you can adjust bpm but I don’t believe you can set to samples and time.

  • @barryhayes6386
    @barryhayes6386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yo Rob....Nice guitar picking style. Tone, chords and feel is " tasty. "..

  • @ronalddamwijk3182
    @ronalddamwijk3182 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this review it was a really good one. I'm thinking of using it to record my band while rehearsing in the studio. Do you have any experience in recording multiple instruments simultaneously and using the BR800? In our case it would be keyboard, sax, bass and vocals. Would love to hear your thoughts on that. Thanks in advance.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You have three options that will work with this unit. Option #1 You can set it to record 4 simultaneous tracks, 3 with dynamic mics and 1 condenser, Option#2 you can use the built in condenser mics, or option #3 You could record each part of the performance separately and mix it all on the unit.

    • @ronalddamwijk3182
      @ronalddamwijk3182 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Robert McClellan Thanks for the help. I bought this thing in an auction and just received it. So it will be playing a lot with this thing to get to understand it and yesterday had a lot of fun when my bass guitar sounded like a heavy metal guitar ;-)

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Ronald Damwijk Awesome!

  • @silvermanewesleyjohn2844
    @silvermanewesleyjohn2844 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great teaching..you are having too much fun- I had to get one of these. Unfortunately I didn't get either the SD card or the Sonar LE cd.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Silvermane Wesleyjohn you can download the equivalent of Sonar Platinum now for FREE! As far as a memory card, they’re a lot more affordable now as well.

  • @1tommymulligan
    @1tommymulligan 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and very informative. Just bought one but couldn't use your link as I'm in Ireland. Thank you so much.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thomas Mulligan Mulligan great! You're gonna love it!

  • @charlesgraham4286
    @charlesgraham4286 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you great video Robert :)

  • @BillHarder
    @BillHarder 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey man, great review, congrats!
    I would to know about the latency in BR-800, pre-amp quality and what has changed in the update1.10. Could you help me with this infos?
    Tks.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bill Harder the latency is none if you're recording straight to the unit. The preamps are great!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bill Harder as for the update, it is mainly for some minor bugs in saving presets.

    • @BillHarder
      @BillHarder 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alright, and if I plug my guitar in my pedalboard setup and then to the unit, will it have latency?
      I'm asking these for you because you're the BR-800 master, and I'm about to buy one unit.
      Actually I'm thinking in Focusrite Scarlett 6i6 interface. It is a distinct product of course, but the sample rate, converter, preamp, latency is much better... That's my dilemma. The BR is a portable recorder with an amazing features, while Scarlett is cool too, but it will depend of a computer...

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bill Harder I know man, I went through the same thing. No latency if you go through your pedalboard to the unit. The Focusrite 6i6 is what I own now and use, but I don't travel a lot and take gear with me. I also have upgraded my Sonar version that came with the BR-800 to Platinum so it has the drums I needed. The other main reason I used the BR-800 was for the guitar to bass emulator. I now own a bass guitar. So, really it's based off of what you really need. Both are great options but the needs will ultimately determine your decision. If you do decided to buy one or the other use my affiliate link please. It will cost you no extra, and I will get a small kickback for your purchase.

    • @BillHarder
      @BillHarder 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks man! You help a lot. Greetings from Brazil.

  • @robbietaylor5150
    @robbietaylor5150 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks, great video. The manual says you can record to up to a maximum of 64 tracks, and then select any eight of them to play back - is that the case when you mix down?

  • @LivingstonGina
    @LivingstonGina 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is the BR800 worth getting if I have the br600? Are there a lot more features or not? The best recording & guitar/bass effects on the planet❤

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you can get a good deal on one… yes!!!

  • @Raspberry.1234
    @Raspberry.1234 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Robert, maybe a stupid question...do you have the br-800 plugged into your computer or directly into your monitor?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      No question is stupid. The answer is yes... on both accounts. When I had it plugged in I monitored through my speakers and recorded into my pc at the same time.

  • @malcalena
    @malcalena 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the Boss BR 800 Robert and love it and I am thinking of buying Another BR 800 and hooking them up would that work okay as a 16 tracker?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Malcolm Mcwhirter I don't see why not

    • @malcalena
      @malcalena 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally its just a in and out in job and with the BR having a separate stereo drum track more like a 18 track MTR

  • @UprisePerformance
    @UprisePerformance 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Robert, thank for yur video! Please, can you clear a simple question about BR800? As a interface (usb), recording directly into the pc, can you use the full cosm effect? Thanks!!

  • @digital6string1
    @digital6string1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great and honest demo,thanks.

  • @pompom906
    @pompom906 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I noticed you using the button on the unit to start recording. Could you use a footswitch?

  • @barryhayes6386
    @barryhayes6386 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    P. S. ... I'm truly enjoying my Roland BR 800 digital recorder. And I still have a lot to learn

  • @waywardspirit7898
    @waywardspirit7898 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. Now I want one !! (subscribed)

  • @AlexStJean-nc7ld
    @AlexStJean-nc7ld 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I sorry I’m a little late to the video, I’ve got the basics down but I was wondering if there was a way you could add percussion for example for only a certain amount of time in one place instead of having the drum rhythm play throughout a song entirely in a loop? Thank you

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alex St. Jean unfortunately I do not own this unit anymore. After over 5 years... I really couldn’t tell you for sure. If only BOSS or Roland would send me one... 🤔

  • @williammcconnell800
    @williammcconnell800 ปีที่แล้ว

    My man's name here.I like this BR-800, Recorder, I really like the way this guy express & e explain the BR-800 recorder. Because I really need the knowledge of it. I Do. And how can I get that foot switch he be talking about. Excuse me, but is this AL, messing with me again?
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  • @smadajoe
    @smadajoe 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it possible to plug more than one guitar in? Looks like you can only use the dedicated input.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately there is only one guitar input, you would have to buy a go-between (line to Hi-Z convert) to utilize the line inputs on the back.

  • @stringthing593
    @stringthing593 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can the tempo or pitch be altered on playback?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adrian Dinsdale it has been awhile, but yes I believe so. Don’t quote me on that, but I am almost positive!

    • @Shimdog55
      @Shimdog55 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Home Studio Simplified n

  • @titmusspaultpaul5
    @titmusspaultpaul5 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great review... i got mine a few months ago and im only now just starting to record. i upgraded the Sonar LE for Sonar Professional (only $149 full upgrade, including heaps of extra amps, plug ins and drums) and would LOVE if you could do a more in depth tutorial on using it as a contol surface. do you mix and master in Sonar? when you plug in with the computer cable (not the rc cables) you said it was at 24 bit.... is that at 41 or 44 KHZ? any help you can give would be good. also how do you rout things in sonar (master bus, how and where do you send things). thanks in advance. ....

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey! Glad you liked it man! I do all of my Mixing/Mastering in Sonar. As for the tips on using it as a Control Surface, I will create a video for that. Also, yes it is 24 Bit 44.1 only if your using the USB into your PC. That means don't use the RCA out into the PC or it will only be in 16 bIt. Hopes is helps!

    • @titmusspaultpaul5
      @titmusspaultpaul5 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Robert McClellan thanks for the reply and yes it was a good help. i look forward to the new video on this.... thanks

  • @paulbracken4693
    @paulbracken4693 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic review! Any chance you’ve got a handle on the available Rhythm Editor for the BR-800? I’m trying to create a viable drum track to replace the endless pattern I used to get the song rolling. The Editor has “read” my song but I can’t get it to play. I’d like to experiment with the different drum options while listening to the song. Any input would be great, thanks again!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words!
      As for the Rythm Editor... I used it for awhile and eventually switched to Addictive Drums in my DAW. It’s just not intuitive enough.
      One work around I used was to preselected my patches and then lay down my tracks to the “endless pattern”, go back and record the drums into my DAW and change the patterns in real time to the tracks.

  • @richardjohnson7880
    @richardjohnson7880 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for great video!

  • @ericbrink8305
    @ericbrink8305 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello. A question! Where are your Jackson indepth track videos?

  • @cesarjuan7274
    @cesarjuan7274 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Thank you. Will the Bass effect work when using an acoustic guitar as the input? I don’t have an electric guitar.

  • @OneMoreChaunce
    @OneMoreChaunce 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, I want to know is this mixer great for podcast recording with playing sound effects during an episode recording? I’ve heard a few thing about it. Let me know and thanks.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chaunccee honestly... no. But the Elgato stream deck is.

  • @LukasDozer
    @LukasDozer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So a friend referred me to this. My question to you is can you have a guitar and play guitar parts with this machine having automatic drums and bass lines and effects that you can incorporate into your guitar recording?
    Thsnk you!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s kind of a big topic… in a sense yes. But it’s not like having a band behind you.

  • @demmymalik228
    @demmymalik228 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Robert, great video..always useful, can you tell me how i switch the rhythm (or drum beat) from intro to verse 1, then to chorus, bridge...etc when developing a song? would I have to stop the recording then go back and edit the existing song every time i change the beat from intro to chorus ? that would be disruptive to the creative flow. Would you kindly create a track from scratch showing how you change the rhythm as the song progresses?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately, I do not own this unit anymore. I sort of out grew it. However, in times past, I would simply record all of my song to the first simple beat into my DAW and then when I would go back to create the finished product I’d adjust them on the fly while recording and go back later to patch them up. Hope that makes sense.

  • @peacefulwarrior9000
    @peacefulwarrior9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need help with this unit, While I love many aspects of it I am having one major problem, I am not able to find my masters one completed, I can't transfer any of the files to my computer so I can use the tracks, Help...what am I doing wrong or is there a defect with the card or the unit? please advise.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gary Kiyan It’s not on your end. There is a program called the BR WAV Convertor that is buried in the menus of the unit when connected via USB. Let me see if I can find that vid for you!

    • @peacefulwarrior9000
      @peacefulwarrior9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed THank you I need that video, much appreciated

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@peacefulwarrior9000 I'm sorry man it looks like the vid was removed. I search high and low but can't seem to find it.

    • @peacefulwarrior9000
      @peacefulwarrior9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed Thank you for looking, here is my situation, I going to try recording direct to sketch and see if that helps. The unit is useless to me unless I can find a way to make use of the recordings. can you please let me know of any or all of the options I can explore to get the help I need.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@peacefulwarrior9000 If you'd like we can set up a Skype call and I can get you up and going. (Disclaimer: I don't work for Roland or BOSS)
      I'd be happy to help:selz.co/d9YCd25

  • @TimChalice
    @TimChalice 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thanks so much for sharing. I am new to home studios. Can you connect a smartphone to record from particular apps? I have a particular tabla app that I would like to use drum loops from. Thanks!

  • @cesarvalerio4292
    @cesarvalerio4292 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Review, thanks a lot! Greetings from Brasil!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! Greetings as well from the US!

    • @cesarvalerio4292
      @cesarvalerio4292 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am bying this unit, and iam listen to your vídeos, the best one so Far in the Net.

    • @cesarvalerio4292
      @cesarvalerio4292 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert what the Br 80, If you had to pick up one of those, wich one you would get?

  • @1tommymulligan
    @1tommymulligan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I purchased this 2 years ago on your recommendation and review. I've just bought the tc-helicon play acoustic and the boss rc-30 loop station. can i plug these directly into the 1-4 outputs and record using their effects and loops?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tommy Mulligan I don’t see why not

    • @1tommymulligan
      @1tommymulligan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed Cheers will see how it goes Tc-helicon play acoustic arriving monday and thanks for the quick reply

  • @UmpikLumpik
    @UmpikLumpik 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have this for 8 years and my problems are that exporting songs is pretty much not working. Also, my guitar sounds like I would play without picking sensitivity. On my Amp you can clearly hear how hard do you pick, on this pretty much all the picking sound the same to me. (I just updated from vr. 1.04 to 1.10 and file transferring is working again.... omg I'm so happy, it wasn't working for a years! YOHO! 😍🥰)

  • @icup_productions
    @icup_productions ปีที่แล้ว

    @homestudiosimplified can you plug a guitar into the 4 inputs at the top?

  • @dubblyewjay1133
    @dubblyewjay1133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Robert, have you checked out the Izotope Spire Studio recording 8 tracks at 192 khz?

  • @stillare4302
    @stillare4302 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brendan Mather
    пре 3 године
    Thank you for this great review!

  • @vforvillain77
    @vforvillain77 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing machine. You can actually play with yourself and still get a pretty good jam session. @7:03

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +vforvillain77 Yeah it has improved my playing quite a bit!

  • @dario9783
    @dario9783 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sehr nice, Grazie Roberto!

  • @xxBONGHUNTER420xx
    @xxBONGHUNTER420xx 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review/mini tutorial man I have a question well maybe 2 tho 1 what's a good software to use with the BR 800 because the cakewalk it came with won't work on my computer it says something like this OS is not supported and I'm using windows 8.1 and 2nd do you know how to get the loop phrases to work in the manual there's a section for the rhythm drums called loop phrase which is separate from the drum loops which has already made basslines that go with the drum loops...thanks in future

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +xxBONGHUNTER420xx Any DAW will work as it is an Audio Interface. I started using Sonar when I got this 4 years ago and I have never looked back! The reason why it may be saying that your OS is not compatible is due to the recent revamp of Sonar (amazing!). As far as the Loop Phrases, I am not aware that the BR-800 has any "built in". You can loop record either manually (pressing the buttons with your finger) or with a foot pedal. This is how I have achieved loops. Hope this helps.

  • @carelessfounder
    @carelessfounder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is there no way to record tracks 5/6 through 7/8 as mono tracks?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      carelessflounder yes sir. It would be within your settings menu. However, they would be “virtual tracks” I believe.

    • @DaveJavuify
      @DaveJavuify 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      carelessflounder No, there is no way to utilise this as an 8 mono track recorder, much to my annoyance. It is effectively a 6 track. Yes you can use virtual tracks but selecting them for A/B comparison is a very tedious process. Also, if you've ever seen the Alex Hutchings video, where he loop records a song, it's very misleading. My BR 800 does not loop seamlessly in playback mode, never mind record mode. The stutter between loop points makes it unusable for jamming over an existing recording. It took me a while before I asked Boss about this and I found their reply very unhelpful. Wish I'd never bought it but I'd already committed some great ideas to it by the time I realised it was not fit for purpose. Maybe it would loop better with a DAW but for me, that defeats the object of having a stand alone multi-track. Seriously, don't buy one.

    • @carelessfounder
      @carelessfounder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DaveJavuify yes I soon realized after buying one that I shouldn't have. In my opinion this was a major setback compared to the br 80, which would actually record all 8 tracks in mono, and not to mention the fact that the br800 can't convert your tracks into wav files on its own like the br80, unless you use the boss wave converter but that is frustrating to use, as it adds an extra unneeded step to the process. thanks for the reply

    • @DaveJavuify
      @DaveJavuify 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carelessfounder Hi and you're welcome. I'm just sorry to hear you had already bought one. I had imagined your question was research before you took the plunge. Ah well, we live and learn. Take care.

  • @vilorenz
    @vilorenz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good rewiew Thank you! I've just bought a BR800 used. Still use a Tascam Dp24sd, once i had a Zoom R8 and a Boss Micro br that i've plaied for years. I bought the br800 to use as audio interface and control surface with daw (cakewalk by Bandlab) and it is totally fine. i'd like to use the br800 for small demo at home as stand alone recorder (the dp24sd is in my studio in garage with some outboard gear). I'm surprised that Br800 doesn't have a "bounce" mode, at least for what i've found in the manual. To record more than 8 tracks should i master the song, caught wav files in the pc and then reimport in the Br800? Any help would be appreciated!

  • @wckoek
    @wckoek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is a bummer that it only records in 16 bit and proprietary format only if I am not mistaken.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you use the USB feature it records in 24-Bit 44.1

    • @wckoek
      @wckoek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed does it work with one specific DAW only if used as interface?

  • @AV-mx4ev
    @AV-mx4ev 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hola. Perdona por hacer la pregunta en Español. De alguna forma se puede mutear una pista? Tengo todos los volumenes a zero pero sique sonando! Gracias!

  • @billitownmachine
    @billitownmachine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The info you're providing is vital. Kudos!
    You might want to update your link. As of 7/5/2021, this one points to a currently unavailable item page on Amazon.
    God Bless!

  • @szkristof0
    @szkristof0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Robert!
    Could you please help me? I would like to record my guitar's dry signal and effected signal to 2 tracks at the same time. If it is possible, how can i do this? Im using cakewalk.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kristóf I’d be happy to help if you could give me a little more info. Are you recording through the BR-800 only? Or are you using a separate interface as well?

    • @szkristof0
      @szkristof0 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Homestudiosimplifed only br 800 connected to my laptop, running cakewalk. Br800's guitar input connected to my guitar. :D

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kristóf there may be a setting within the BR-800 to split the signal. I can’t remember anymore.
      The other option is to record through an amp. Mic the amp for your “dry” signal, and use the out of the amp into the BR-800.
      Or use an interface between the two and split the signal that way.
      One other option is to reamp it

  • @jlmusic1469
    @jlmusic1469 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks great info... but the link.... OUT OF STOCK!! NO ETA. Must say hellova review!! I want it!

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seems like everything is... there are still some being sold on Amazon though. amzn.to/2z2icEj

  • @gipsyroman3578
    @gipsyroman3578 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi I'm looking for studio recording. I still don't know if this product is a good choice for my home studio recording. currently i use adobe audition recording program without studio recording. I use a mix instead. I know that it is not a complete purity of sound. I want to ask if I can use this boss br 800 as a recording studio that I will connect from my PC. and also can i link the sounds from boss br 800 to my recording program adobe audition. I'm looking for something that will have a clean sound for me and also to be able to use some effects if the boss br 800 offers it.

  • @starrymarimusic
    @starrymarimusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have to add effects? I'm interested in doing basic songwriter demos - vocals, acoustic guitar, keyboard -- without beats or guitar effects.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You have a ton of options or you can use none at all. It’s your call.

  • @kenwolf6293
    @kenwolf6293 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cant you buy these now ...

  • @jacobthompson8102
    @jacobthompson8102 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what's better this br800. Or the Zoom r8?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have only used the BR-800 and therefore could not give you an adequate answer. Sorry.

  • @winston2110
    @winston2110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this better or more recent than the BR1180?

  • @ToobDude1
    @ToobDude1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's batter only no a/c, right? I was going to purchase this one but bought the BR-900CD

    • @ToobDude1
      @ToobDude1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      OOPS! I should have waited 5 more minutes. You CAN use an adapter and USB

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha it’s all good

  • @minimumwage2millionaire
    @minimumwage2millionaire 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi great video. Can I use this as an interface and DAW controller for Garageband on a MacBook?

  • @titmusspaultpaul5
    @titmusspaultpaul5 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    More videos would be fantastic

  • @royskogvold
    @royskogvold 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thxs m8

  • @darkdoggo8181
    @darkdoggo8181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man, you the Boss.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awwww shucks ☺️

    • @darkdoggo8181
      @darkdoggo8181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I literally just bought one after watching your vid! 😁

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dark Doggo glad to hear! I just know you used my affiliate link.... rrrrright?

    • @darkdoggo8181
      @darkdoggo8181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah no I didn’t sorry. Price was really really good. But delivery was 3 weeks. I got a used one for £260. If I had more time I would’ve waited for yours because it came at £180.

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dark Doggo wow! That is a good deal! Just kiddin with you about the link anyway man. Hope you have a great time with it!

  • @Hoodilydaddle
    @Hoodilydaddle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Years later...I've used just about every stand alone and computer recording set up. As far as ease of use quality etc. Boss beats Zoom Tascam etc. And I like those units (Tascam does great vocals) but this unit is still in 2021 and amazing way to make quality demos. I did this song on the Boss BR 684 and just grabbed one of these units. It's even easier to use. Has Phantom power and looper not included on the older models. th-cam.com/video/rvNH3C3QWFo/w-d-xo.html

  • @carelessfounder
    @carelessfounder 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    From my understanding you cant record tracks 5-8 individually? You can only record tracks 5/6 and 7/8 as 2 separate stereo tracks? Doesn't it technically make it only a 6 track recorder seeing how they combined the last 4 tracks as 2? Unlike the BR-80 which can record all 8 tracks as individual mono tracks.

  • @kaedenklassen2225
    @kaedenklassen2225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this work as a multi track recorder. Ex. Have keyboard, guitar, and two mics, all recording simultaneously into their own track. So when I transfer to my DAW I have 4 separate tracks to master/mute/cut?

  • @acousticleo4354
    @acousticleo4354 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, do you think I can use it also as audio interfaces to record on a laptop studio one software? Many thanks

  • @minder4u1
    @minder4u1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what happened to showing easy record demo

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      murray L Hey man! Sorry, I thought I did cover that. I was trying to remember everything but must have forgot.

  • @officialgranbymusic
    @officialgranbymusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the br 600. Looking to upgrade. Do you suggest this is better than the 600?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Granby Music I can’t speak on that, as I’ve not used the 600. Sorry.

  • @toolandmaynard
    @toolandmaynard 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have an electronic drum kit and my dad has a keyboard. Can we record while using headphones to the internal recorder?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes sir. You will have to watch your levels, but it should be a breeze!

  • @johnsgroi3384
    @johnsgroi3384 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    where did you say I could purchase one of these from Roland?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can get that bad boy right here: www.homestudiosimplified.com/p/resources.html

  • @joshebra86
    @joshebra86 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does this works with pro tools? I can use it as an audio interface and daw controller?

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      jose Barriguete I cant speak on that as I have always been a Cakewalk user. I don’t see it being much different though.

  • @peacefulwarrior9000
    @peacefulwarrior9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have an exact chapter thta handles the master mix in detail and then how to transfer cpu, or disk

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry I do not. However, there is still this option: selz.co/d9YCd25

  • @saidfell644
    @saidfell644 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    can I use the Br 800 for life performance? giving the vocal one Effect and the Guitar other Effect?
    thank's

    • @Homestudiosimplifed
      @Homestudiosimplifed  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      As far as I know you can. I have used it live before. There is a video here on my channel of it. th-cam.com/video/vhx5QyHIYEQ/w-d-xo.html