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Hassle-Free Recording & CD Burning
Fly from point A to B in record time, thanks to the BR-1200CD’s logical arrangement of buttons, knobs, and faders, and its inviting icon-based user interface. Recording, mixing, and CD burning is simple. To record, simply connect an instrument or microphone (XLR inputs with phantom power are provided), and follow the logical flow of controls on the left side of the panel. Use the fader pack in the middle to mix, and press the “Audio CD Write/Play” button to jump to the CD Burning menu.

Multi-Effects & COSM Models
From full dunk to subtle sweetening, the BR-1200CD is equipped with a powerful multi-effects processor derived from the famous BOSS GT-6/GT-6B. A lineup of COSM amp models are in the lineup, including the world standard Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus™, R-FIier Vintage, Metal Stack, BOSS Compact Pedal models such as OD-1 and MT-2, and more. Also onboard — COSM Mic Models, which emulate expensive condenser mics. Correct pitch and add harmonies with the Vocal Tool Box, and for the finishing touch, tap into the Mastering Tool Kit to put a pro-quality polish on your track.

Backing Band Built In
Another distinguishing feature of the BR-1200CD is its world-class bass and drum programmer, packed with instruments and patterns to suit a variety of styles. Realistic acoustic drums and percussion are included, as well as many electronic sounds to compose modern hybrid type of music. For bass, you can choose from a variety of bass sounds, such as slapped basses, picked basses, and fretless basses. Jam along with the supplied patterns or create your own from scratch. The EZ Compose feature makes ultra-realistic custom programming a snap. There’s also a selection of great loop phrases pre-installed on the internal hard drive.

Computer Connection
The BR-1200CD has a USB port for simple, one-cable data exchange with your computer. You can export audio tracks to your computer in WAV format, and safely save backups of your song data. If you have WAV files you would like to use, you can import them to the BR-1200CD’s tracks via USB as well. The BR-1200CD is compatible to both PC and Mac, including Mac OS X.

Specs

Tracks

Track: 12
V-Track: 192 (16 V-Tracks per each Track)
* Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 12 tracks can be played back simultaneously.

Maximum Useful Capacity/Recording Time

Internal Hard Disk: 80 GB
Recording Time: 120 hours (conversion in one track)
* The above-listed recording time is approximate. Times may be slightly shorter depending on the number of songs and size of imported loop phrase that were created.
* The above-listed recording time is the total for all the tracks that are used. If each of the twelve tracks contain an equal amount of data, the length of the resulting song will be approximately 1/12 of the above.

Signal Processing

AD Conversion: 24 bit AF Method (Guitar/Bass), 24 bit delta-sigma Modulation (VOCAL, LINE, SIMUL)
DA Conversion: 24 bit delta-sigma Modulation
Internal Processing: 24 bit (digital mixer section)
Recording Data: 16 bit linear

Sample Rate

44.1 kHz

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/-3 dB)

Total Distortion

0.05% or less(INPUT SENS: CENTER, 1 kHz at nominal output level)

Nominal Input Level (Variable)

GUITAR/BASS jack: -20 dBu
MIC 1, 2 (TRS balanced/XLR) jacks: -40 dBu
LINE IN jacks: -10 dBu

Input Impedance

GUITAR/BASS jack: 1 M ohms
MIC 1, 2 jacks: 12.5 k ohms (HOT-COLD)(TRS balanced/XLR), 6.5 k ohms (HOT-GND, COLD-GND)
LINE IN jack: 22 k ohms

Nominal Output Level

LINE OUT jacks: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

LINE OUT jack: 2 k ohms
PHONES jack: 100 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance

LINE OUT jack: 20 k ohms or greater
PHONES jack: 8 to 50 ohms

Residual Noise Level

LINE OUT jack: -87 dBu or less (INPUT SELECT: GUITAR/BASS, input terminated with 1 k ohms, INPUT SENS: CENTER, IHF-A, typ.)

Interface

DIGITAL OUT: S/PDIF 16–24 bit (optical type)
USB connector (B type)

Display

64 x 40 mm (Backlit LCD)

Connectors

MIDI IN connector
MIDI OUT connector
USB connector
DIGITAL OUT connector (optical type)
FOOT SW jack (1/4 inch phone type)
EXP PEDAL jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
LINE OUT jacks (RCA Phono type)
LINE IN jacks (RCA Phono type)
MIC 1, 2 jacks (TRS balanced

Power Supply

DC 12 V; Supply AC Adaptor (Roland PSB-7U)

Power Consumption

3.0 A

Accessories

AC Adaptor: PSB-7U
DISCRETE DRUMS (CD-ROM)
Owner's Manual

Options

Expression Pedal: EV-5 (Roland)
Foot Volume/Expression: FV-300L
Foot Switch: FS-5U
Pedal Switch: DP-2 (Roland)

Size and Weight ( excl. AC Adaptor )

Width

478 mm

18-7/8 inches

Depth

297 mm

11-3/4 inches

Height

95 mm

3-3/4 inches

Weight

4.1 kg

9 lbs. 1 oz.

*0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Accessories

Support

If 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-1200CD TurboStart (PDF)

An 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-1200CD Brochure (PDF)

BR-Series Brochure (PDF)