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Description

The Casio FZ-10M is a versatile and powerful audio sampler that has become a favorite among DJs and producers seeking a mix of classic functionality and modern innovation. Known for its unique analog filtering, this rack-mounted module offers a distinctive sound character that is both warm and dynamic. As one of the first samplers to feature variable sample rates, the FZ-10M stands out with its ability to capture audio with exceptional fidelity, making it a staple in the toolkit of electronic music creators.

With its intuitive interface and robust sampling capabilities, the FZ-10M remains relevant in a digital age, offering users the flexibility to manipulate sounds with precision. DJs and producers alike will appreciate its straightforward controls and the depth of its sound-shaping options. The sampler is equipped with multiple inputs and outputs, allowing seamless integration into any setup, whether for live performances or studio recordings.

Moreover, the FZ-10M supports a variety of audio file formats, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of sound libraries. Its durable design is built to withstand the rigors of touring, while its memory expansion capabilities ensure that you never run out of creative space. Whether you are sampling beats or creating complex soundscapes, the Casio FZ-10M offers a comprehensive suite of features that cater to both novice and seasoned musicians.

Key Features:

  • Unique analog filtering for warm, dynamic sounds
  • Variable sample rates for high-fidelity audio capture
  • Intuitive interface with straightforward controls
  • Multiple inputs and outputs for versatile connectivity
  • Supports various audio file formats
  • Durable design suitable for live and studio use
  • Memory expansion capabilities for extended sampling sessions
Espen Kraft

Espen Kraft

Casio FZ-10M | My floppy drive died - time for a floppy emulator

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Casio FZ-10M | My floppy drive died - time for a floppy emulator

Espen Kraft

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Casio FZ-10M.

Software and compatibility

  • The FZ-10M samples can be extracted by converting FZF files to WAV using an audio editor like Audacity, set to 16-bit, 32KHz mono, LSB/MSB format.

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  • Awave Studio is suggested as a potential tool for batch converting FZF files to WAV, though its effectiveness for this specific task is not confirmed.

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Features and functionality

  • Some Casio FZ-10M samples might be recorded at 18kHz or 9kHz to conserve space for less detail-intensive sounds, allowing for efficient memory usage.

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  • The FZ-10M's digitally-controlled analog filters can produce unintended resonance, even at low settings, offering unique sound-shaping characteristics.

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  • Users can set up eight different loops within a sample, allowing for innovative time-stretching effects without altering pitch or sample length.

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  • The sampler allows for hand-drawn waveforms and additive synthesis, enhancing its sound design capabilities beyond typical sampling.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Owners note that opening FZF files as WAVs may result in initial noise due to patch data, requiring manual editing to isolate and save individual samples.

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  • Owners suggest adjusting the screen contrast, with few replacements available; a DIY OLED replacement project is noted for improved visibility.

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User experience

  • The FZ-10M's MIDI implementation is robust, supporting advanced programming of filter sweeps and similar effects via DAW.

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  • Despite its weight of 17.5kg, owners find it worthwhile for its unique sound and vintage appeal.

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Use cases and applications

  • The sampler's 16-bit fidelity supports high-quality classical and orchestral samples, making it versatile for various musical genres.

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Critic Reviews

The Sound of 1987, On The Casio FZ-10M – Synthtopia

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The Casio FZ-10M, a relic of the 80s, intrigues with its unique blend of sampling, additive, and subtractive synthesis. Praised for its sound quality and innovative waveform display, it offers a nostalgic trip for vintage enthusiasts. However, its limitations are evident; issues with disk compatibility, low output levels, and cumbersome sample editing detract from its usability. While it holds appeal for collectors due to its rarity and distinctive sound design capabilities, modern musicians may find its quirks more frustrating than charming. The FZ-10M is a fascinating piece of history, but practicality favors current technology.

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See how Aphex Twin uses Casio FZ-10M

Aphex Twin

Music Producer

Mike & Rich

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In an article of Future Music Magazine, written in April 1993, the author claims that Aphex Twin used the Casio FZ10 sampler on 80% of his tracks.

Key portions of this interview have been reprinted by MusicRadar here for easier search/reading... enjoy!

The FZ-10 and FZ-20M are also listed in the Syro gear list and Richard is still talking up the Casio FZ line more than a quarter century after his first FZ tracks in this archived 2014 interview.

See how MF Doom uses Casio FZ-10M

MF Doom

Rapper, Music Producer

Madvillain

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Mentioned at 2:00 in this interview.

See how Mark Bell uses Casio FZ-10M

Mark Bell

Music Producer

LFO

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As listed in this vintage interview on the Music Magazine Archive

See how Espen Kraft uses Casio FZ-10M

Espen Kraft

Keyboardist, Composer

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This is part 2 of a 2 video series where Espen goes over the many facilities of the FZ-10M sampler and synthesizer by casio!

See how lifelike uses Casio FZ-10M

lifelike

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In a Facebook photo posted by Lifelike, the Casio FZ-10M can be seen on the left rack, indicating its use in his setup.

See how Jools Holland uses Casio FZ-10M

Jools Holland

Keyboardist

The The

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Jools Holland's equipment list, from the January 1993 issue of Music Technology:

(Helicon Mountain studios)

Instruments: Casio FZ1 Keyboard Sampler Casio FZ10M Sampler Module w/80-disk sound library Casio VZ1 Synth Hohner Clavinet Korg CX3 Organ w/Leslie 145 Cabinet Yamaha C5 Grand Piano Yamaha DX7 Synth

Recording: Atari 1040ST w/Steinberg Pro24 and C-Lab Creator sequencing software Fisher CD Player Revox PR99 two-track Saturn 824 24-track (Dolby SR on arrangement) Soundtracs Quartz 48-channel in-line desk (96 inputs on mixdown) Casio DA1 DAT Recorder Casio DA2 DAT Recorder XRI XR300 SMPTE Synchroniser

Effects: Drawmer Gate Drawmer Dual Compressor/Limiter Eventide Harmonizer Lexicon 480L Reverb Lexicon PCM70 Multi-effects Processor Roland SDE2000 Digital Delay SA PPE 240 Teac Graphic Equaliser Yamaha REV7 Reverb Yamaha R1000 Reverb Yamaha SPX90 (x2) Multi-effects Processor

Microphones: Neumann U87, AKG, Shure, PZM

See how Wojtek Olszak uses Casio FZ-10M

Wojtek Olszak

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Woobie Doobie

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The instrument appears on the list of instruments on official artist's website (http://olszak.pl/).

See how Paul Robb uses Casio FZ-10M

Paul Robb

Keyboardist, Composer

Information Society

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"The heart of my studio is an IBM AT clone, which I usually run Voyetra Sequencer Plus software on", he says, "and then I have modules - I don't have any big old keyboard synths any more. I use a Casio FZ10M sampler, which sounds great, but it's very strange to use. I've just discovered that if you save a whole keyboard setup, you cannot just call up one sound from that to add it to another bank. You have to call up the whole bank. I'm sure there's a way to get around it, but the manual... One of the great features is that it does have editing facilities built in, so you don't need to buy a computer for that. But again, if I can't figure out how to use it, it's not going to be much help."

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The FZ-20M succeeded the FZ-10M, offering a SCSI interface, but otherwise very few changes from that earlier model.

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