Fostex • D-108 8 track recorder w/ hard drive + manuals

Fostex D-108
8 track Digital recorder
v. 1.11 Quantum fireball
Made in Japan
Released 1998
230V

Main specs: 
8 tracks (+ 8 virtual tracks)
Analog input/output
Digital input/output
16 bits
44.1 or 48 kHz
20-20000 Hz range
MIDI in/out
Punch in/out
SCSI port etc.

You find also advanced transport, undo/redo, overdubbing, ping-pong recording, mix down etc.
possibility to chain several D-108 and it’s expandable.

This unit is in great shape overall (with signs of use), screen with excellent contrast and luminosity, and it sounds too. Very clear. I have tested extensively the capabilities.

Coming with:

• IDE hard drive
  Formatted, it is 10.2 GB free space which is 32h19m05s of recording in 44.1 kHz (less in 48 kHz)
• the key (!) to change hard drive
• original Owner’s manual + Quick operation guide in English
• a second version of the manual in French.
  

100% stock. The previous owner took great care of it. I noticed on the power board a factory modification on traces, it's not an accidental damage.

What have I done before sale?

• Tested navigation, recording and play all tracks
• Open and check the unit, 4 bars air dust removal
• Open the remote/panel, 4 bars air dust removal inside + clean of the front panel and buttons.
• Formatted the disk in 8 tracks mode
  

It’s a bit under the radars, but if you are searching for it, you know what I mean.

In 98 the computer was replacing this equipment, but today, if you want to work without a computer or benefit from signal processing — it’s a good choice, still the professional standards.

this equipment

The only minus, in my opinion, is the fact it is making a tiny bit of sound when it’s ON. Of course, you don’t hear it in the recording, but you need a separate space for microphones.

It is not due to a default, you find this inconvenience in most studio gear.

This said, the technology here is really interesting as a direct-to-disk. Which is a good in-between full analog and full digital setup.

Super solid and stable. 

It’s part of the family Fostex D-160, D-80, D-90.

The power cable has a little default (solder iron?), so I include a new one (black). But the original works of course.

I also include as a gift: 2U patch bay with 6.3 jack and RCA (x18), black color. It makes a nice matching interface. Made by SCV audio (vintage French brand).

Shipping:

Located in France. Shipping only in Europe.
Be aware if you are located out of the European Union about import tax, duty, vat, custom fees or any other charges are not covered by me, nor included in the shipping fees.

Return Policy:

Pictures are of what you buy.

Sold as is, there is no return accepted.
Item tested before selling, so please contact if you have any technical problems with your purchase and I will strive to work it out with you.