A 12-voice
analog drum machine released in
1981. Its
reputation and
fame should not be needed to repeat here.
The 808 features 16 analog sounds on 12
tracks. Each track features its own
output, and is individually editable & tunable. An
accent feature is available for extra
dynamics.
The
sequencer is fairly simple, and can be programmed both
real time and with
steps.
Song creating is
tricky, because it has to be done in real time with no editing afterwards. The sequencer can be used to
trigger 3 external
devices with
voltage trigger.
12 32-step
patterns, 4 fill-in patterns and 12 songs with 64
measures can be stored in the unit's
battery-backed
memory.
In addition to the individual channel outputs and triggers, a normal
stereo-out
jack is also present. For
inputs, there are 2
pedal jacks (start/stop and fill-in) along with DIN sync in/out.
Instruments:
Bass drum
Snare drum
Low/Mid/Hi Tom
Low/Mid/Hi Conga
Rim shot / Claves
Handclap / Maracas
Cow bell
Cymbal
Open hi-hat
Closed hi-hat
Dimensions/Weight:
508mm x 305mm x 105mm
5kg
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