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Description

Transform your live performances with the Edirol V8 Video Mixer, a powerful tool designed to seamlessly integrate video into any setup. Whether you're a VJ at a bustling nightclub, a presenter at a place of worship, or a performer in a theater, the Edirol V8 brings your visuals to life with ease and precision. This video mixer stands out with its DV quality video outputs and comprehensive digital processing, ensuring your visuals are as crisp and engaging as your music.

The V-8 is equipped to handle direct computer input, making it simple to overlay logos or text onto your video streams through its built-in scan converter. Enhance your creativity with an array of new video filters and over 200 transition effects, including Picture-in-Picture, feedback, and chroma keying. Independent faders for each bus, combined with a master output slider, allow for intuitive, on-the-fly adjustments, giving you complete control over your visual storytelling.

For those who need their audio to follow their video, the V-8 offers next-generation V-LINK control, ensuring seamless integration with compatible devices. Whether you're syncing with the Roland digital audio mixer or other video presenters, the Edirol V8 ensures your audio and video move in perfect harmony, freeing you to focus on the performance.

Key Features:

  • DV quality video outputs with full digital processing
  • Built-in scan converter for direct computer input
  • Over 200 transition effects and new video filters
  • Independent faders for A/B buses and master output
  • Next-generation V-LINK control for audio-follow functionality
  • Multiple input and output options including composite, S-video, and PC-RGB
  • Remote control interfaces with MIDI IN and MIDI Out/Thru
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Roland V-8 Complete Guide by www.colorfoto.pt

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V-8 Video Mixer & P-10 Visual Sampler from Edirol

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Markertek – America's Broadcast Supply House

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Roland V-8 Tutorial 1 Introduction to the V-8

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Roland Professional A/V

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Edirol V8 Video Mixer.

Value and pricing

  • The Edirol V8 is generally priced around €800 in Europe, while in the U.S., it's closer to $500, indicating regional pricing variations.

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Features and functionality

  • The V8 is considered "menu divey," which may not suit beginners; alternative mixers like Videonics or Panasonic AVE are recommended for simpler operation.

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  • The Edirol V8 mixer works with a UK to US power adapter, resolving initial power issues, indicating compatibility with different regional power supplies.

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  • Logarithmic potentiometers are less suitable for video applications like the Edirol V8, where linear pots are preferred for consistent blend ratios.

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Software and compatibility

  • Upscaling a V8 can be challenging; Retrotink products and professional scalers from brands like Extron, Kramer, and BlackMagic are suggested for better results.

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User experience

  • Connecting laptops via cheap HDMI to RCA or VGA converters can result in poor contrast and aspect ratio issues; native NTSC/PAL sources are recommended for better quality.

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  • Owners report relief and satisfaction upon resolving power supply mismatches, emphasizing the importance of using correct adapters and voltages.

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Use cases and applications

  • The V8 is a standard definition device, meaning HD sources will lose significant resolution; suitable for setups not requiring high-definition imagery.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Incorrect voltage (12V instead of 9V) can trigger overvoltage protection in the Edirol V8, potentially shutting it down temporarily.

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  • The output fader issue on the Edirol V8 involves a 10k linear slide potentiometer, commonly used in video circuits for precise 50% mixing.

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  • The service manual for the Edirol V8 provides component details, but locating exact replacement parts can be challenging without specific supplier information.

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  • Pin numbers '20' and '10' on the circuit diagram likely refer to connector pin numbers, which are crucial for correctly identifying and replacing parts.

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Critic Reviews

Edirol V8 Review: MoRpH Gets Hands-On with the V4's Big Sister - CDM Create Digital Music

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The Edirol V8 Video Mixer takes the beloved V4 and steps it up with 8 inputs, high-quality faders, and a solid build, making it a VJ’s dream for creative expansion. Its new fade system and custom transitions allow for more artistic freedom, while the inclusion of both Non-Additive and Full Additive Mix modes addresses past criticisms. However, the unit's increased depth and single VGA input might require some spatial adjustments and compromise for HD enthusiasts. Overall, it’s a compelling upgrade for those craving more versatility and input options without breaking the bank.

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