BR-600: Digital Recorder
The Ultimate Notebook Studio
Features

BOSS has a long, celebrated history as the world’s premier compact-effects manufacturer, but now the BOSS brand has become synonymous with portable digital recording as well. The latest arrival in the BOSS recording line, the BR-600, is the most physically streamlined, feature-rich eight-track studio on the market.

Portable and ultra slim!
8 simultaneous playback tracks, 64 V-Tracks
CompactFlash memory card slot for recording media; 128MB card included
Powerful guitar and effects processor, including vocal FX and pitch corrector
Built-in drum machine with velocity-sensitive pads
Built-in stereo microphone and battery power to record anywhere
USB port for data transfer/computer connectivity
Carrying case and XLR-to-1/4" mic cable included
The Ultimate Notebook StudioMore Info8 Tracks & Beyond
The BR-600 provides eight simultaneous playback tracks, but there’s more than meets the eye. Each of the eight tracks also contains eight V-Tracks (virtual tracks), which gives musicians quick access to 64 tracks of recorded material. They can record dozens of takes, and choose their favorites for mixdown.
BOSS FX
Tracks can be manipulated with the powerful effects built into the BR-600. Derived from BOSS high-end recorders, these quality algorithms can give even the dullest tracks maximum impact — mistakes can be fixed, mixes can be mastered. Included in the effects suite: COSM® guitar and bass amp models plus chorus, delay, reverb, and EQ for every channel. Pitch correction is provided as well.
Drum Machine Onboard
The BR-600 has a high-quality drum machine built in. Perfect backing tracks can be assembled from the nearly 300 drum/percussion patterns built in, or beats can be programmed from the velocity-sensitive pads. Rock, pop, blues, country, R&B, Latin, and more — kick-start a song from the many styles provided.
Field Recording
Wherever musicians go, the ultra-portable BR-600 is ready to record. It can operate on six AA batteries (or AC). Quality stereo microphones are built in for point-and-capture recording on the spot. Whether for recording band rehearsals, gigs, or capturing ambient sounds, the BR-600 is all musicians need to get the job done with no hassle.
CompactFlash
The BR-600 records its CD-quality digital audio direct to the included Compact Flash card, the international standard for reliable, portable storage, and even comes with a custom carrying bag and XLR-to-1/4" mic adapter.

The Ultimate Notebook StudioSpecsTracksTrack: 8, V-Track: 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track), Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 8 tracks can be played back simultaneously.Useful CapacityCompactFlash: 32 M-1 G bytesData TypeHiFi (MT2), STANDARD (LV1), LONG (LV2)Sample Rate44.1kHzFrequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/-3 dBu)Nominal Input Level (Variable)GUITAR/BASS jack: -20 dBu, MIC (TRS balanced/XLR) jack: -40 dBu, LINE IN jack: -10 dBuInput ImpedanceGUITAR/BASS jack: 1 M ohms, MIC 1/2 jack: 2 k ohms (HOT-COLD), (TRS balanced/XLR), 1.0 k ohms (HOT-GND, COLD-GND), LINE IN jack: 30 k ohmsNominal Output LevelLINE OUT jack: -10 dBuOutput ImpedanceLINE OUT jack: 2 k ohms, Headphone jack: 140 ohmsRecommended Load ImpedanceLINE OUT jack: 20 k ohms or greater, Headphone jack: 32-100 ohmsResidual Noise LevelLINE OUT jack: -85 dBu or less (INPUT SELECT: GUITAR/MIC, input terminated with 1 k ohms, INPUT SENS: CENTER, IHF-A, typ., EFFECT: OFF)InterfaceUSB ConnectorDisplay16 Characters x 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)ConnectorsGUITAR/BASS jack (1/4 inch phone type), MIC 1 jacks ( TRS balanced 1/4 inch phone type), MIC 2 jacks (TRS balanced 1/4 inch phone type), LINE IN jack (Stereo miniature phone type), LINE OUT jack (RCA phono type), FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack (1/4 inch phone type), PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), USB connectorPower SupplyDC 9 V; Supply AC Adaptor (PSA series)/Size AA Dry battery x 6Current Draw200 mA, Alkaline dry cell batteries, Approximately 5 hours (with continuous playback of 8 tracks), May vary according to usage conditions, batteries used, and type of CompactFlash used.AccessoriesSoft Case, Size AA alkaline dry cell batteries (6), TRS-XLR converter cable, Demo Card (Already inserted when the BR-600 is shipped), Owner's Manual, Separate sheet (“About Memory Cards” etc.), Roland Service (information sheet)OptionAC Adaptor: PSA series, Foot Switch: FS-5U, Pedal Switch: DP-2 (Roland), Expression Pedal: EV-5 (Roland), FV-300L/FV-500L/FV-500HSize and WeightWidth257 mm10-1/8 inchesDepth183 mm7-1/4 inchesHeight27 mm1-1/8 inchesWeight0.7 kg1 lbs. 9 oz.excluding batteries*The specifications are subject to change without notice.
AccessoriesDP-2Damper Pedal

Momentary footswitch for use with keyboards and recording products.
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EV-5/-7Expression Pedals

Durable pedals for controlling a wide range of effects parameters.
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FV-500H/-500LIndustrial-Strength Power Pedals

Tank-tough diecast pedals designed to meet the needs of the most demanding players.
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FS-5U/-5LFoot Switch

Durable metal footswitch available in latching and unlatching types.
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FS-6Dual Footswitch

Two switches in one, BOSS’s new FS-6 combines latch- and momentary-type switching into one unit.
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DR-30Microphone

Roland deepens its audio product line with the introduction of three new microphones — two for the stage, one for the studio.
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DR-50Microphone

Roland deepens its audio product line with the introduction of three new microphones — two for the stage, one for the studio.
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RH-25Stereo Headphones

Lightweight, foldable headphones for a variety of applications.
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RH-50Stereo Headphones

Professional studio headphones with exceptional low frequency response.
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RH-200Headphones

Comfortable and accurate headphones for superior monitoring.
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RH-200SStereo Headphones

Offer the clarity, sonic accuracy, and comfort needed for mixing and silent practice.
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RH-300Stereo Headphones

Roland’s top-of-the-line headphones.
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Downloads & UpdatesDownloads & Updates
BR-600 System Update Version 1.11This is the latest operating system for the BR-600. Please refer to the "BR-600Ver1.11README.pdf" for the update procedure.

Note: This file is compressed and will need to be uncompressed after downloading. Windows users can use WinZip to uncompress the file. Macintosh users can us Stuffit Expander to uncompress the file.

You can get WinZip from the following link:http://winzip.com

You can get Stuffit Expander from the following link:http://www.stuffit.com/mac/expander/BR-900/-600 Rhythm Editor Version 1.00 (PC)This is an application program for editing rhythm parameters of the BR-900CD/BR-600 on your computer.

System Requirements:
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP, Microsoft® Windows Vista®
* This does not work with the 64-bit Edition of Windows®.
CPU/Clock: Intel® Core™, Pentium® processor 2.6 GHz or higher
RAM: 512 MB or more
Hard Disk: 20 MB or more
Display/Colors: 1024 x 768 or higher / 65,536 colors (16 bit High Color) or more
BR-900/-600 Rhythm Editor Version 1.00 (Mac)This is an application program for editing rhythm parameters of the BR-900CD/BR-600 on your computer.

System Requirements:
Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4.3 or later
CPU/Clock: Intel® Core™/Xeon™, PowerPC G5 1.6 GHz or higher
RAM: 512 MB or more
Hard Disk: 30 MB or more
Display/Colors: 1024 x 768 or higher / 32,000 colors or more
BR Wav Converter v2.0 (PC)This is the latest version of the BR Wav Converter software for use with the BOSS BR-532, BR-600, BR-864, and BR-900CD Digital Recording Studios.

NOTE:
The update files that you download and save to your computer from the link above are enclosed in a compressed zip file.

These files will need to be extracted from the zip file before you can use the software.BR Wav Converter v2.0 (Mac OS X)This is the latest version of the BR Wav Converter software for converting BR-532/-600/-864/-900CD tracks to .WAV files and .WAV files to BR-532/-600/-864/-900CD tracks.BR Wav Converter v2.0 (Mac Classic)This is the latest version of the BR Wav Converter software for converting BR-532/-864/-900CD tracks to .WAV files and .WAV files to BR-532/-864/-900CD tracks.
SupportIf you have questions about operating your BOSS product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.
You can also contact our Product Support department by phone or email.
In addition, we have a library of Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.
Support Documents
BR-600 Workshop 01: Making a CD of Your Music with iTunes™ (PDF)If you’ve got a Mac or PC, it’s easy to turn anything you’ve recorded on your BR-600 into an audio CD you can play most anywhere. This booklet explains how.BR-600 Workshop 02: Using the Built-in Rhythm (PDF)This workshop walks you through the ins and outs of the BR-600’s onboard drum machine, from selecting drum kits and playing drum sounds with the pads to creating your own custom patterns and rhythm arrangements.BR-600 TurboStart (PDF)BR-600/-864/-900CD Compact Flash Card GuidelinesAn Introduction to Recording Your Own CD (PDF)BOSS Product Catalog 2008 (PDF)Forging the Future - Innovation for Creative Inspiration
BOSS forges into 2008 with an awe-inspiring lineup of effects, digital studios, and accessories.BR-600 Brochure (PDF)BR-Series Brochure (PDF)Current Promotions
Dave NavarroBOSS Backstage  
Compact Pedal DemoFree MICROtracks for MICRO BR

• BR-600: Digital Recorder
• The Ultimate Notebook StudioFeatures BOSS has a long, celebrated history as the world’s premier compact-effects manufacturer, but now the BOSS brand has become synonymous with portable digital recording as well. The latest arrival in the BOSS recording line, the BR-600, is the most physically streamlined, feature-rich eight-track studio on the market.
• Portable and ultra slim! 8 simultaneous playback tracks, 64 V-Tracks CompactFlash memory card slot for recording media; 128MB card included Powerful guitar and effects processor, including vocal FX and pitch corrector Built-in drum machine with velocity-sensitive pads Built-in stereo microphone and battery power to record anywhere USB port for data transfer/computer connectivity Carrying case and XLR-to-1/4" mic cable included
• The Ultimate Notebook StudioMore Info8 Tracks & Beyond
• The BR-600 provides eight simultaneous playback tracks, but there’s more than meets the eye. Each of the eight tracks also contains eight V-Tracks (virtual tracks), which gives musicians quick access to 64 tracks of recorded material. They can record dozens of takes, and choose their favorites for mixdown.
• BOSS FX
• Tracks can be manipulated with the powerful effects built into the BR-600. Derived from BOSS high-end recorders, these quality algorithms can give even the dullest tracks maximum impact — mistakes can be fixed, mixes can be mastered. Included in the effects suite: COSM® guitar and bass amp models plus chorus, delay, reverb, and EQ for every channel. Pitch correction is provided as well.
• Drum Machine Onboard
• The BR-600 has a high-quality drum machine built in. Perfect backing tracks can be assembled from the nearly 300 drum/percussion patterns built in, or beats can be programmed from the velocity-sensitive pads. Rock, pop, blues, country, R&B, Latin, and more — kick-start a song from the many styles provided.
• Field Recording
• Wherever musicians go, the ultra-portable BR-600 is ready to record. It can operate on six AA batteries (or AC). Quality stereo microphones are built in for point-and-capture recording on the spot. Whether for recording band rehearsals, gigs, or capturing ambient sounds, the BR-600 is all musicians need to get the job done with no hassle.
• CompactFlash
• The BR-600 records its CD-quality digital audio direct to the included Compact Flash card, the international standard for reliable, portable storage, and even comes with a custom carrying bag and XLR-to-1/4" mic adapter.
• The Ultimate Notebook Studio
• Specs
• Tracks
• Track: 8, V-Track: 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track), Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 8 tracks can be played back simultaneously.
• Useful Capacity
• CompactFlash: 32 M-1 G bytes
• Data Type
• HiFi (MT2), STANDARD (LV1), LONG (LV2)
• Sample Rate
• 44.1kHz
• Frequency Response
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/-3 dBu)
• Nominal Input Level (Variable)
• GUITAR/BASS jack: -20 dBu, MIC (TRS balanced/XLR) jack: -40 dBu, LINE IN jack: -10 dBu
• Input Impedance
• GUITAR/BASS jack: 1 M ohms, MIC 1/2 jack: 2 k ohms (HOT-COLD), (TRS balanced/XLR), 1.0 k ohms (HOT-GND, COLD-GND), LINE IN jack: 30 k ohms
• Nominal Output Level
• LINE OUT jack: -10 dBu
• Output Impedance
• LINE OUT jack: 2 k ohms, Headphone jack: 140 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance
• LINE OUT jack: 20 k ohms or greater, Headphone jack: 32-100 ohms
• Residual Noise Level
• LINE OUT jack: -85 dBu or less (INPUT SELECT: GUITAR/MIC, input terminated with 1 k ohms, INPUT SENS: CENTER, IHF-A, typ., EFFECT: OFF)
• Interface
• USB Connector
• Display
• 16 Characters x 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)
• Connectors
• GUITAR/BASS jack (1/4 inch phone type), MIC 1 jacks ( TRS balanced 1/4 inch phone type), MIC 2 jacks (TRS balanced 1/4 inch phone type), LINE IN jack (Stereo miniature phone type), LINE OUT jack (RCA phono type), FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack (1/4 inch phone type), PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), USB connector
• Power Supply
• DC 9 V; Supply AC Adaptor (PSA series)/Size AA Dry battery x 6
• Current Draw
• 200 mA, Alkaline dry cell batteries, Approximately 5 hours (with continuous playback of 8 tracks), May vary according to usage conditions, batteries used, and type of CompactFlash used.
• Accessories
• Soft Case, Size AA alkaline dry cell batteries (6), TRS-XLR converter cable, Demo Card (Already inserted when the BR-600 is shipped), Owner's Manual, Separate sheet (“About Memory Cards” etc.), Roland Service (information sheet)
• Option
• AC Adaptor: PSA series, Foot Switch: FS-5U, Pedal Switch: DP-2 (Roland), Expression Pedal: EV-5 (Roland), FV-300L/FV-500L/FV-500H
• Size and WeightWidth
• 257 mm
• 10-1/8 inches
• Depth
• 183 mm
• 7-1/4 inches
• Height
• 27 mm
• 1-1/8 inches
• Weight
• 0.7 kg
• 1 lbs. 9 oz.
• excluding batteries

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