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MICRO BR

Digit al Recorder

Mixdown
Its necessary to bounce all of your tracks to a stereo pair of tracks before you can export your song to a computer as a WAV or MP3 file for burning onto a CD. In normal mode, push EXIT and UTILITY until you see BOUNCE on the display.
Congratulations on your purchase of the BOSS MICRO BR. This TurboStart contains stepby-step instructions that will quickly introduce you the MICRO BRs major features. Note: The MICRO BR has two modes: normal mode and MP3 mode. In MP3 mode, MP3 appears in the lower-left corner the display. Use the MP3/TRAINER button to toggle between modes.
Note: The upper right corner of the display shows the track youre bouncing to. By default, 12V2Tracks 1 and 2, Virtual Track 2is selected. 4 Press STOP and REWIND together to go back to the beginning of the song. Press RECORD, and then press PLAY. When the songs finished playing, press STOP.

Creating a New Song

In normal mode, press UTILITY. Press TR1 (SNG). Press TR2 (NEW). Press VALUE + or VALUE until HiFi(MT2) is showing on the display. Press TR4 (EXE).

Converting to MP3/WAV

8 In normal mode, press UTILITY. Press TR2 (TRK). Press the 4 CURSOR. Press TR2 (EXP). Use the CURSOR and VALUE buttons to select TR12V2, unless you bounced to a different destination. Press TR4 for NEXT. Press the Value + or key to choose the quality of MP3 you want to create, or to choose WAV. Press TR4 (EXE) to perform the conversion.

Selecting an Input

Before you select a track, you must first select the input you want to use: In normal mode, press INPUT. 2 Press a TR1-4 button to select the corresponding input: gtr, mic, lin, or ext. Note: The input thats shown on the display in capital letters is selected. 3 Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob on the side of the MICRO BR as far up as you can without your loudest input signal turning on the OVER indicator.
Selecting and Recording a Track
4 In normal mode, press the Record button (the button with the red dot beneath it). Press TR1 to record on Track 1REC flashes above the TR1 button. Press the PLAY button to start recording. When youre done, press STOP.
Tip: You can also convert MICRO BR recordings to MP3 or WAV format on your computer using the free BR Wave Converter software available at RolandUS.com.

Using The Rhythm Track

In normal mode, the MICRO BR has a built-in drum machine you can jam with! Press RHYTHM. 2 Press TR1 until ON is displayed on the bottom right of the display. 3 Press TR2 until it says PT: at the top left of the display. 4 Press PLAY to hear the drum pattern play. 5 Use the VALUE + or to change the drum pattern to the desired style.
Note: To record other tracks, repeat the steps above, pressing TR2 for Track 2, TR3 for Track 3 etc. Youll hear your recorded tracks play as you record new ones.
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Applying Effects

Transferring an MP3/WAV File to a Computer
Connect a USB cable from your computer to the MICRO BRthe MICRO BR appears as a removable storage device on your computer. On a:
The MICRO BR has a powerful effects engine you can use as you record. Press EFFECTS. 2 Use the VALUE + or to switch between different effect presets. Note: You will get different effect presets based on the input you selected earlier. 3 Record your track or MP3/WAV file as described earlier.
Windows PCit appears in your My Computer window. Macit appears on your desktop.
Note: In some versions of Windows, the MICRO BR may appear as a removable storage device titled Removable disk (?:). 4 On the computer, double-click the MICRO BR to reveal two folders: MP3 and Roland. Open the MP3 folder to display your MP3 and/or WAV files. Drag the files from the MP3 folder to the desired location on your computer, such as your desktop.

Playing an MP3 or WAV File
The MP3 file name appears on the display. A demonstration song called Big Dance comes pre-loaded on the MICRO BR. Note: As shipped from the factory, the MICRO BR starts up in MP3 mode. If youre not in MP3 mode, press MP3/TRAINER to enter MP3 mode. Press the VALUE + or key until Big Dance shows on the display. Press PLAY.
Recording An MP3/WAV File
You can record a stereo MP3 or WAV file directly from an input. If youre not in MP3 mode, press MP3/TRAINER to enter MP3 mode. 2 Press INPUT. 3 Press a TR1-4 button to select the corresponding input: gtr, mic, lin, or ext. Note: The selected input appears on the display in capital letters. Press EXIT. Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob on the side of the MICRO BR as far up as you can without your loudest input signal turning on the OVER indicator. Press RECORD (the button with the red dot beneath it.) Press the Value + or key until the quality MP3 youd like or WAV is shown on the display. Press PLAY to begin recording. When youre finished recording, press STOP.

MICRO BR BR-80

Digital Recorder
for MicrosoftWindows 7 Windows Vista/ WindowsXP
The Complete Studio To Go

for Mac OSX

Dont be fooled by its size this little studio is loaded! The MTR (Multi-Track Recorder) mode offers 64 V-Tracks with eight simultaneous playback tracks. In addition, a dedicated stereo rhythm track is provided, as well as an onboard library of great grooves to choose from. The intuitive user-interface continues the simple-to-use tradition of BOSS acclaimed BR series, with a graphical design that follows the layout of a conventional recording console. With EQ, reverb, and mastering tools plus, world-class COSM amps and effects for guitar, bass, and vocals the BR-80 is ready to deliver complete, pro-quality recordings with ease.

Built-In Stereo Mic

In combination with the onboard high-grade stereo condenser microphones, the BR-80s Live Rec mode lets you capture pristine stereo recordings instantly. Record vocals, guitar parts, and song ideas the moment inspiration strikes. Your recorded audio les can be easily imported into the BR-80s MTR mode to use as a basis for multi-track song production.
The Ultimate Pocket Studio for Guitarists
Small enough to fit in your pocket, the BOSS MICRO BR BR-80 is the ultimate new portable recording and jam-along tool for guitarists and other musicians. Its equipped with three modes to create, record, and perform your music: an eight-track MTR (Multi-Track Recorder) mode; an eBand mode for onstage backing tracks and phrase training; and a Live Rec mode for instantly capturing high-quality stereo recordings. You can even combine the three modes seamlessly. Record your phrase ideas using Live Rec mode, for example, and then import the recordings into MTR mode to use as foundations for song production. Once youve added tracks, import your finished songs into eBand mode for backing-track accompaniment at the gig. The BR-80 is truly a must-have for all musicians!

High-Quality Multi FX

The BR-80 is packed with professional multi-effects powered by a newly developed custom DSP chip. Over 40 types of COSM amp models give you instant access to a wide range of powerful guitar and bass sounds. The preset patches allow rst-timers and pros alike to enjoy high-quality sounds immediately, while power users can tweak parameters in micro detail for the ultimate tonal control. The dedicated vocal effects, comparable with BOSSs popular VE-20, include doubling, harmony effects, pitch correction, and more.

Virtual Jam Band

The BR-80s eBand mode offers musicians a fun way to play along with their favorite songs. With the bundled eBand Song List Editor software, you can import CD, MP3, and WAV audio les from a computer via USB. The Center Cancel function can be used to minimize the volume of pre-recorded vocals and solos for play- and sing-along enjoyment. eBand mode is also an excellent partner for musical training, as it lets you record your performance adjust playback speed and/or pitch as desired.

PC Companion

The ultra-exible BR-80 can be used as a stand-alone digital recorder or as audio interface for a USB-equipped computer. Cakewalks SONAR X1 LE DAW software (for Windows) is bundled with the BR-80, giving users a full-edged PC-based music production environment with latency-free recording and a powerful range of COSM amps and effects. Furthermore, the bundled Wave Converter software lets you easily exchange data between the BR-80 and SONAR X1 LE or any other DAW.

Side Panel (Right)

Side Panel (Left)
MICRO BR BR-80 Specifications
Tracks [ MTR Mode ] Tracks: 8, Simultaneously recording track: 2, V-Track: 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track) [ eBand Mode ] Tracks: 2 (stereo), Simultaneously recording track: 2 (stereo) [ LIVE REC Mode ] Tracks: 2 (stereo), Simultaneously recording track: 2 * Either the playback or the recording. Recording Media SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB32 GB, SD Memory Card: 1 GB2 GB Data Type [ MTR Mode ] Linear (Bit Depth: 16 bits) [ eBand Mode ] eBand Songs (Recording/Playback), WAV (Bit Depth: 16 bits, Playback only), MP3 (Bit Rates: 64 kbps320 kbps, Playback only) [ LIVE REC Mode ] WAV (Bit Depth: 16 bits, Recording/Playback), MP3 (Bit Rates: 64 kbps320 kbps, Recording/Playback) AD Conversion 24 bits DA Conversion 24 bits Sample Rate 44.1 kHz Recording Time (conversion in one track) [ MTR Mode ] 1 GB: 3 hours, 32 GB: 100 hours [ eBand Mode ] (eBand Song) 1 GB: 4 hours, 32 GB: 130 hours [ eBand Mode/LIVE REC Mode ] (WAV 16-bit, stereo) 1 GB: 1.5 hours, 32 GB: 50 hours (MPkbps, stereo) 1 GB: 16 hours, 32 GB: 550 hours * The above-listed recording times are approximate. Times may be slightly shorter depending on the number of songs that were created. * The above number of the MTR mode is the total for all the tracks that are used. If each of the eight tracks contains an equal amount of data, the length of the resulting song will be approximately 1/8 of the above. Nominal Input Level GUITAR/MIC IN jack: -20 dBu (GUITAR/MIC SW = GUITAR), -40 dBu (GUITAR/MIC SW = MIC), LINE IN jack: -10 dBu Input Impedance GUITAR/MIC IN jack: 1 M (GUITAR/MIC SW = GUITAR), 6 k (GUITAR/MIC SW = MIC), LINE IN jack: 10 k Nominal Output Level PHONES/LINE OUT jack: -14 dBu Output Impedance PHONES/LINE OUT jack: 22 Display Graphic LCD 128 x 64 dots (Backlit LCD) USB Functions 24-bit/44.1 kHz USB-AUDIO (Hi-Speed USB), USB Mass Storage Class (Hi-Speed USB), BUS Power operation Connectors GUITAR/MIC IN jack (1/4" phone type), LINE IN jack (Stereo miniature phone type), PHONES/LINE OUT jack (Stereo miniature phone type), USB connector (mini-B type), DC IN jack Power Supply DC 9 V: AC Adaptor (sold separately), Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 2, Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 2 or USB Bus Power Current Draw 130 mA (DC IN) Alkaline dry cell batteries: Approximately 6 hours (with continuous playback of 8 tracks, power save function) * May vary according to usage conditions, batteries used, and type of SD card used. Dimensions 138.0 (W) x 86 (D) x 21.7 (H) mm / 5-7/16 (W) x 3-7/16 (D) x 7/8 (H) inches Weight 140 g / 5 oz Included Accessories SD Memory Card, SONAR X1 LE DVD-ROM, USB Cable (mini-B type), Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 2, Owners Manual Options AC Adaptor (PSA series), Silicone Rubber Case and Carrying Pouch: BA-BR80S * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Three modes: MTR (multi-track recorder), eBand, and Live Rec Records directly to SD/SDHC memory card (up to 32 GB) High-quality stereo condenser microphone built in for instant audio capture 64 V-Tracks and eight simultaneous playback tracks

BA-BR80S

Silicone Case/Pouch Set for BR-80
eBand function for phrase training and play-along tracks Huge library of built-in backing and rhythm patterns World-class COSM amps and effects onboard Use as a USB audio interface with built-in effects SONAR X1 LE software included
This custom-made silicone case and carrying pouch is specially designed for the MICRO BR BR-80. The case protects the unit from scratches and dust and provides a secure grip. It also reduces unwanted noise due to vibrations during operation while using the onboard mics. The carrying pouch, made of the cushioned material, protects s the BR-80 from mild impacts and potential damage during transportation.