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Fostex B-16 Multitrack Tape Recorder

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The Fostex B-16 Multitrack Tape Recorder is a beloved classic for analog enthusiasts and studio purists. Esteemed for its impeccable fidelity and reliability, this tape recorder is a testament to the rich, warm sound that only analog recording can provide. The B-16 offers 16 independent recording tracks, making it a versatile choice for complex projects that require detailed layering.

Designed for both professional and home studios, the B-16 is equipped with advanced features that were ahead of its time. Its robust build ensures durability, while its intuitive interface makes it accessible for both seasoned engineers and newcomers to the analog world. The B-16's synchronization capabilities allow seamless integration with other equipment, ensuring it remains a valuable component of any recording setup.

Whether you're capturing a live band session or layering intricate soundscapes, the Fostex B-16 delivers a tactile recording experience that digital systems simply can't replicate. It's a piece of history that continues to find relevance in modern studios, offering a unique blend of nostalgia and performance.

Key Features:

16 independent recording tracks for versatile audio production
Advanced synchronization capabilities for seamless integration
High-fidelity sound with analog warmth
Durable construction for long-term use
Intuitive interface suitable for all skill levels

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Jeremy MacDonnell

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In a user-uploaded photo on Tumblr, Jeremy MacDonnell's studio setup features a Fostex B-16 Multitrack Tape Recorder, visible on the far right.

Rob Fisher

Keyboardist

Naked Eyes

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BOTH CLIMIE AND Fisher have their own separate home set-ups. These have Fostex B16's, A&H mixing desks and recently acquired D50's in common, but very little else. Climie works mainly with the Sequential Studio 440 linked to a Macintosh run Performer sequencing program, while Fisher prefers the Atari based Steinberg Pro24 driving a combination of DX7, TX802, Akai S900 and LinnDrum. Between them they also have a full complement of effects including the Roland SRV2000 ("thoroughly recommended") and the Yamaha REX50.

Peter Banks (keyboardist)

Keyboardist

After the Fire

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"My first ever home studio had the Revox B77, which I now use as my mixdown machine. Then I had a Teac 80-8 eight track, with an Allen & Heath desk. Then I had a Soundcraft 8 track with a Soundcraft desk, and then I got a Fostex B16 with a Soundtracs 16-8-16."

Colin Thurston

Music Producer, Audio Engineer

Bewlay Bros.

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Colin Thurston's Home Studio Equipment List SOUNDCRAFT Series 1600 console. FOSTEX B16 with built-in noise reduction. ROLAND MSQ700 sequencer. YAMAHA R1000 digital reverbs (two). DBX160X limiter. LEXICON PCM41 digital processor. ROLAND 555 tape chorus/echo. ACCESSIT noise gates. REVOX A77 stereo reel-to-reel. YAMAHA NS10M speakers. SONY PCM F1 digital recorder for mixdown. SONY cassette machines. SONY compact disc player. SIMMONS electronic drum kit. LINN DRUM. E-MU Drumulator. ROLAND Juno 106 polysynth. ROLAND Jupiter 6 polysynth. SIMMONS Clap Trap. ELECTRO-HARMONIX Instant Replay ...plus upright piano and numerous guitars.