Fostex VF160EX, VF80EX User Manual

VF80

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8 TRACK DIGITAL

MULTITRACKER

VF160

EX

16 TRACK DIGITAL

MULTITRACKER

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Uncompressed Recording to Hard Drive

8 + 16 additional ghost tracks

Non Linear Audio Editing

Non-destructive, non linear Copy/Move­Paste / Erase audio editing

Digital Mixer

7 x track faders and 1 x Master fader
(stereo buss) - all 60mm

Mic/Line Inputs x 2

With phantom powered balanced XLRs and
unbalanced 6mm jacks. Trim controls, on/off
switches and peak LED indicators

Built-in Digital Channel Effects

Fostex A.S.P.+ technology with 44 effect
types including amp simulations & distortion

Mastering Libraries

10 preset Mastering Libraries: Flat, Wet
Mix, Light Mix, Live Mix, Pop Mix, Dance,
Hard, 70’s, Hall and Lo-Fi modes

Mastering Mode

Using tracks 7 & 8 with EQ, compressor
and effects

Equalization

2-band EQ on channels 1-6 (shelving type)
plus 36 EQ presets

CD Mastering

Master to CD-R/RW

VF80

EX

Uncompressed Recording to Hard Drive

16 + 8 additional ghost tracks. Up to 16
track simultanous recording*

Programs (Songs)

99 user programmable

Non Linear Audio Editing

7 Mark Point on the fly, 7 Edit Memory &
99 Event Memory

Digital Mixer

16 input faders (8 analog/track input + 8
track input). Master fader (stereo buss)

Mic/Line Inputs

Trim on all analog inputs with peak LED.
Balanced XLR with phantom power and
insert points on inputs G & H

Built-in Assignable Compressor

Assignable (ch13+14 or ch15+16 with EQ
off) and master compressors

2 Built-in A.S.P. Digital Effects

38 types of preset channel effects

Equalization

3-band EQ on all 16 channels (HI
parametric, shelving, LPF, MID parametric,
LO shelving). Separate 3-band Master EQ

PC Audio Mixing

Interface to any ADAT compatible system

CD Mastering

Master to CD-R/RW

VF160

EX

The VF80 EX and VF160 EX continue the Fostex tradition of
offering high-value self-contained recording solutions which
simply offer musicians everything they need.
The VF80

EX is ideal for guitarists and musicians wanting a

compact solution capable of capturing ideas and songs with
minimal fuss. The superb amp simulators and flexible input
stages make for easy sound capture.
The VF160

EX meanwhile is a powerhouse offering a larger

mixer with 3-band EQ, up to 16-track simultaneous recording
tracks and powerful ADAT/PC audio mixing.
Both VF

EX series machines offer superior un-compressed

digital recording to interal hard drives.

EASY TO USE, SERIOUS
QUALITY ALL-IN-ONE DIGITAL
RECORDING WORKSTATIONS

INTERNAL MIXDOWN

VF160

EX: With mastering EQ & compressor

to 1-2 tracks of new program.

DIGITAL EFFECTS

VF80

EX: 44 superb quality digital effects

including amp & mic simulations.

APPLY EQ

VF160

EX: 3-band EQ can be applied

to recorded tracks.

MASTER EFFECTS

VF80

EX: A preset library of 10 mastering

effects can be applied to tracks 7 & 8.

RECORD A TRACK

VF160

EX: You can record up to 8 at any

one time using analog inputs

TRAINING MODE

VF80

EX: Centre signal cancellation and full

control of audio speed.

VF80 EX

A total 8 track recording studio - complete with digital mixing, digital effects

including stunning amp simulators and CD mastering. 8 main tracks plus 16

'Ghost' tracks mean you can record different versions of vocals, drum grooves,

guitar parts, etc., and choose which of the 8 tracks you wish to reproduce and

mix. There’s a built-in ‘Training Mode’ with ‘auto muting’ of sounds at the centre

of the stereo mix and slow down of playback without altering pitch; high-gain

input stages with balanced XLR / unbalanced jacks, trim control and switchable

+48V phantom power; a great 2-band EQ with 36 presets; and a 99 ‘mix scene’

memory allowing you to store a complete mix for later recall or scene sequence.

Mastering to CD is a snap. Bounce tracks 1-6 to a stereo pair with just one

button push and add unique Mastering Effects.

VF160 EX

Offers full 16-track random-access digital audio recording to hard disc, digital

mixing, audio editing, effects processing and CD mastering with 16-bit audio

resolution in a compact table-top workstation. Main features include 16-track

playback; 16-track simultaneous recording;* 16-channel digital mixer with a 100

mix scene memory, pristine quality mic pre-amps; 3 band EQ, assignable channel

compressor (ch 13+14 or 15+16 with EQ off), master

compressor; 8 ‘Ghost’ tracks; graphical non-linear audio editing;

CD mastering; and a whole arsenal of multi-effects including

awesome reverb, chorus, flange, hall etc. Hook up a VF160

EX to

an ADAT compatible, computer-based audio/MIDI set-up and use

it as a full function mixer with its mic amps available for inputs

and simultaneous monitoring of the PC audio, each with its own

fader.

EFFECTS

Fostex A.S.P.
technology digital
multi-effects offer an
arsenal of creative
sound processing. In
addition, the
VF160

EX features

channel and master
compressors.

INPUTS

Both VF80

EX and

VF160

EX offer two

high-gain inputs with
balanced and
unbalanced
connectors, trim
control and
switchable +48V
phantom power.

MASTER
EFFECTS

With the VF80

EX you

can add dedicated
digital master
effects whilst
mastering tracks 7 &
8 to an external
stereo recorder or
internal CD. Choose
from 10 usable
presets which will
enhance any mix.

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VF80

EX

8 TRACK DIGITAL

MULTITRACKER

VF160

EX

16 TRACK DIGITAL

MULTITRACKER

ADAT/PC
MIXING

The VF160

EX can be

used as a full
function ADAT/PC
audio mixer with its
mic amps, digital EQ
and FX processing
available for inputs
and simultaneous
monitoring of audio
tracks with fader
control.

* When using ADAT and anlog inputs

VF80EX

RECORDING / PLAYBACK

Recording Medium 3.5 inch, hard disk (E-IDE type)

Recording Format FDMS-3 (*)

Save/Load Format FDIO-1 (**)

Sampling Frequency 44.1kHz

Quantization 16-bit linear (Non expanded)

A/D Converter 20-bit 64 times, over sampling,

Delta-Sigma

D/A Converter 24-bit 128 times, over sampling,

Delta-Sigma

No. of Recording Track 8 real tracks + 16 additional tracks

Simultaneous Recording 2 tracks

Vari Pitch Control +/- 6%

Crossfade 10msec.

Frequency Range 20Hz ~ 20kHz

INPUT / OUTPUT

Input A, B ø6mm Phone jack (Unbalanced)

XLR-3-31 type connector (Balanced)

Input Impedance 50kohm or more (Unbalanced)

1kohm or more (Balanced)

Standard Input Level -50dBV ~ +4dBu

Phantom Power (XLR only) +48VDC (Setting of On/Off

with Phantom switch)

Headphone

Connector ø6mm TRS Phone jack

Load Impedance 10ohm ~ 50ohm

Output Level 20mW or more (at 32ohm)

Stereo Out L, R

Connector ø6mm Phone jack

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Output Level -10dBV

Digital In/Out

Connector Coaxial

Format IEC 60958 (S/P DIF)

MIDI In/Out

Connector DIN 5 PIN

Punch In/Out 1x ø6mm phone jack

GENERAL

Dimensions 307 (W) x 108 (H) x 217 (D) mm

Weight Approx. 3.3kg

Power Supply 120VAC 60Hz, 230V~ 50/60Hz

(AC inlet type)

Power Consumption 20W

* Fostex Disk Management System-3

** Fostex Data In Out-1

Distributor / Authorised Dealer

In accordance with our policy of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications without notice. E&OE.

Fostex Company, 3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.fostex.co.jp

VF160EX

RECORDING / PLAYBACK

Recording Medium 3.5 inch, hard disk (E-IDE type)

Recording Format FDMS-3 (*)

Save/Load Format FDIO-1 (**)

Sampling Frequency 44.1kHz

Quantization 16-bit linear (Non expanded)

A/D Converter 20-bit 64 times, over sampling,

Delta-Sigma

D/A Converter 24-bit 128 times, over sampling,

Delta-Sigma

No. of Recording Track 16 real tracks + 8 additional tracks

Simultaneous Recording 16 tracks

Vari Pitch Control +/- 6%

Crossfade 10msec.

Frequency 20Hz ~ 20kHz

INPUT / OUTPUT

Input 1 ~ 6 ø6mm Phone jack (Unbalanced)

Input Impedance 50kohm or more (Unbalanced)

Standard Input Level -50dBV ~ 2dBV

Input 7 and 8 ø6mm Phone jack (Unbalanced)

XLR-3-31 type (Balanced)

Input Impedance 50kohm or more (Unbalanced),

10kohm or more (Balanced)

Standard Input Level -50dBV ~ 2dBV

Phantom Power (XLR only) +48VDC (On/Off with SETUP mode)

Output (Tip)

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Input Level -10dBV

Insert Input/Output ø6mm TRS Phone jack,

(Output (Tip), Input (Ring))

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Input / Output Level -10dBV

Monitor Output ø6mm Phone jack (Unbalanced)

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Output Level -10dBV

Headphone ø6mm TRS Phone jack

Load Impedance 10ohm ~ 50ohm

Output Level 20mW or more (at 16ohm)

AUX Send 1 + 2 ø6mm TRS Phone jack

(Tip: Send 1, Ring: Send 2)

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Output Level -10dBV

Stereo Out L, R RCA pin jack

Load Impedance 10kohm or more

Output Level -10dBV

Digital In/Out 2 x Optical

Format ADAT optical / IEC60958 (S/P DIF)

MIDI In/Out 2 x DIN 5 pin / MIDI standard

Punch In/Out 1x ø6mm phone jack

GENERAL

Dimensions 402 (W) x 110 (H) x 370 (D) mm

Weight Approx. 6.1kg

Power Supply 120VAC 60Hz, 230V~ 50/60Hz

(AC inlet type)

Power Consumption 22W

VF80 EX INTERFACING

1 Input A unbalanced input

2 Inputs A balanced XLR input

3 Input B unbalanced input

4 Input B balanced XLR input

5 Headphone Out

6 Master Stereo Out

7 Footswitch

9 Optical S/P DIF In & Out

8 Phantom Power On/Off

10 MIDI IN, OUT

1 2 3 4 5 7

6

VF160 EX INTERFACING

1 Inputs A - F unbalanced phone

2 Inputs G - H balanced XLR or

unbalanced phone with +48V
Phantom Power & inserts

3 Monitor Out

4 Headphone Out

5 Auxiliary Send

6 Master Stereo Out

7 MIDI IN, OUT

8 ADAT optical / S/P DIF In & Out

9 Footswitch

1 2

5 96

8

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3 4

9 10

• Normal Hall

• Presence Hall

• Wet Hall

• No E/R Hall

• Lo-Freq Hall

• Stadium

• Auditorium

• Hallway

• Normal Room

• Dead Room

• Presence Room

• Drum Booth

• Garage

• Normal Plate

• Old Plate

• Presence Plate

• Wet Plate

• Digital Plate

• Normal Vocal

• Presence Vocal

• Solo Vocal

• Arena Vocal

• Arena Chorus

• Karaoke

• Mono Delay-Hall

• Mono Delay-Plate

• Panning Delay-Hall

• Panning Delay-Plate

• Mono Delay

• Panning Delay

• Mono Bpm Delay

• Panning Bpm Delay

• Short Delay

• Doubling

• Chorus

• Flange

• Mono Pitch

• Delay Pitch

VF160 EX CHANNEL EFFECT TYPES

• LightKick

• TightKick

• Ana.Kick

• Snappy_SD

• Power_SD

• Deep_SD

• Talk_Tom

• Melo_Tom

• W.GongTom

• LoFi_Cym

• Perc.

• Tamb.

• Fat_Bass

• Norm.Bass

• Loud_Bass

• Bright_Pf

• Loud_Pf

• Power_Pf

• E.Pf

• Clean_EG

• CrunCh_EQ

• OverDrvEG

• Dist.EG

• Metal.EG

• Stroke_AG

• Arpeg.EAG

• Arpeg.AG

• Brass_Sec

• W.WindSec

• Male_Vo

• Female_Vo

• Chorus

• SpeeCh

• Digi.Mix

• AnalogMix

• Telephone

VF80 EX EQ LIBRARY PRESETS - 36

Uses a combination of compressor,
3-band EQ and ambience to offer
10 ultra-usable mixdown settings.

• Flat • Wet

• Light • Live

• Pop • Dance

• Hard • 70s

• Hall • Lo-Fi

VF80 EX MASTERING EFFECTS - 10

• Normal Hall

• Presence Hall

• Wet Hall

• No E/R Hall

• Lo-Freq Hall

• Stadium

• Auditorium

• Hallway

• Normal Room

• Dead Room

• Presence Room

• Drum Booth

• Garage

• Normal Plate

• Old Plate

• Presence Plate

• Wet Plate

• Digital Plate

• Normal Vocal

• Presence Vocal

• Solo Vocal

• Arena Vocal

• Arena Chorus

• Karaoke

• Mono Delay-Hall

• Mono Delay-Plate

• Panning Delay-Hall

• Panning Delay-Plate

• Mono Delay

• Panning Delay

• Mono Bpm Delay

• Panning Bpm Delay

• Short Delay

• Doubling

• Chorus • Flange

• Mono Pitch

• Delay Pitch

• Distortion (Guitar)

• Distortion (Bass)

• Distortion (Drum)

• Distortion (Voice)

• Guitar Amp
Simulation

• Mic Simulation

VF80 EX CHANNEL EFFECT TYPES - 44

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