Fostex CR500 CD-R/RW Recorder

Fostex CR500 is a next generation CD recorder which offers pro-quality advanced features both as a master recorder and as a playback machine. Fostex CR500 features a 2 unit rack mount chassis and delivers a highly affordable mastering device. CR500 also features balanced XLR connectivity and supports broadcast AES/EBU plus SPDIF digital formats.

On the master recorder side, Fostex CR500 offers the world-first direct BWF recording onto UDF for-matted CD at up to 24bit/96kHz resolution. The file is fully compatible with PC workstations with data transfer a simple 'copy & paste' procedure instead of real-time audio ripping.

In addition, Fostex CR500 is ideal for DAT archiving in the standard16bit/48kHz format. On the playback side, it offers many useful functions such as Instant Play, Fader Start, built-in memory for cue point and program play per each disk (up to 100 disks), etc. for versatile applications such as event playback, stage playback as well as broadcast playback.

• CD-DA and BWF(stereo poly-file)* (on UDF) file format recording.
• Complies to CD-DA, ISO9660 (playback only) and UDF (v1.02) disk format
• AES/EBU or S/PDIF digital I/O
• Analog XLR (+4dBu/-10dBV selectable) and unbalanced RCA I/O
• Fader Start function for broadcast use
• Instant Play for event applications
• USB port on the front panel for connecting an off-the-shelf USB keyboard for file name editing & simple transport controlling.
• Program play up to 99 songs per disc
• 10 memory points per disc
• Internal memory for up to 100 discs' programs & memories
• Power On Play functions good for event & installation applications
• Rotary encoder for quick access to the setup menu
• Direct track selection by 10 key