Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder
- Price: $149.99
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- B&H # TAGB10
- Mfr# GB-10
Product Highlights
- Record 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV Files
- Guitar Effects
- Loop Playback
- MP3 Playback
- Tuner and Metronome
- SD Card Slot
- Battery or USB Powered
- Mac OS X
- Windows XP/Vista/7
The GB-10 from Tascam is a trainer/recorder that allows guitar and bass players to learn and record new music. It is the ideal practice tool for musicians of any skill level to build their technique. A tuner and metronome are also built-in for precision playback.
The unit can be used in many ways. One way is to simply plug an instrument into 1/4" input and play through the included amplifier modeling, reverb and other effects. The music can be recorded to the included 2GB SD card with an overdub mode to build up arrangements.
The 2GB SD card can also be used for loading in a custom music collection. Variable Speed Audition allows musicians to independently change the speed and pitch of MP3 or WAV playback. The tabletop design is perfect for practicing almost anywhere, and a footswitch input allows hands-free control.
- Instrument trainer / recorder
- 1/4" guitar/bass input
- Guitar/bass effects including amplifier modeling, delay, reverb, chorus and more
- Records 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV files
- Playback 16- or 24-bit WAV files or MP3 files
- SD/SDHC card media slot with included 2GB card
- Overdub recording allows sound-on-sound build up of an arrangement
- Loop playback using dedicated buttons
- Variable Speed Audition speeds up or slows down playback without changing the pitch
- Chromatic tuner and metronome
- Dedicated keys and large LCD display for easy operation
- Angled desktop design
- USB 2.0 jack for high-speed music transfer
| Number of Channels | Single |
| Inputs |
1 x 1/4" TS phone 1 x 25mm TRS phone (Remote Jack) |
| Output | 1 x 1/8" TRS stereo mini |
| Other Connectors | 1 x USB Mini-B (USB 2.0) |
| Input Impedance | 800kΩ |
| Nominal Input Level | -13dBV (0.2V) input volume @ 7 |
| Maximum Input Level | +3dBV (1.4V) input volume @ 7 |
| Minimum Input Level | -25dBV (0.05V) input volume @ 10 |
| Output Impedance | 23Ω |
| Nominal Output Level | -14dBV (10kΩ load) |
| Maximum Output Level |
+2dBV (10kΩ load) 15mW + 15mW (32Ω load) |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz, +1.0/-5.0dB (guitar IN to line OUT, Fs = 44.1kHz) |
| Noise | SNR: 70dB guitar IN |
| THD | 0.07% (guitar IN to line OUT, Fs = 44.1kHz) |
| Power Requirements |
2 x AA batteries USB power Optional PS-P520 power adapter |
| Battery Operation Times |
Continuous Operation: Alkaline Battery About 13 hours WAV recording About 13.5 hours WAV playback About 13.5 hours MP3 playback NiMH battery About 11 hours WAV recording About 11.5 hours WAV playback About 11.5 hours MP3 playback |
| System Requirements |
Mac: PowerPC, iMac, G3, G4, 266MHz or faster OS X 10.2 or later USB port (USB 2.0 recommended) PC: Pentium 300MHz or faster Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 USB port (USB 2.0 recommended) 1 Please Note:Intel chipset USB host controller recommended close |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 6.2 x 2.8 x 1.2" (158 x 70 x 30mm) |
| Weight | 5.6 oz (169g) |
| Clip Splitting |
Recording Media: SD Card - 64MB to 2GB SDHC Card - 4GB to 32GB Recording Format 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV Playback Format 16- or 24-bit/44.1kHz WAV 32, 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 320kbps, 44.1, 48kHz MP3 |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
- Excellent sound (6)
- Versatile (6)
- Compact (3)
- Low distortion (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Practice (4)
- Practicing (3)
- Recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (8), Novice (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
GB-10 Gets me gigs.
This thing is amazing. Right out of the box I had everything figured out and up and working. I'm a bassist and I get calls to play gigs with cover bands that give me ...Read complete review
This thing is amazing. Right out of the box I had everything figured out and up and working. I'm a bassist and I get calls to play gigs with cover bands that give me 30+ songs on a list to learn in a couple days. I recently got a call for a gig that had some very Bass intense songs that I did not know. I bought the GB-10, quickly loaded it with about 30 songs and was able to work in any room of my house with headphones and a guitar cable. The Key change feature was crucial in learning solos that have been transposed to different keys. I showed up at rehearsal and the band thought I was a genius for learning all the songs so fast. I was able to take the GB-10 to the gigs and review the next set while on break. It is the best resource I've seen for training and learning songs fast. Better than the CD versions because I can load the SD card with a ton of songs. It does need a backlit screen though. You will need a mini flash light if your going to use it in the dark.If it was backlit I would give it 5 stars.
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Most Liked Negative Review
not really good for bassists
I have the old cd bass trainer and have used the mp-BT1. While the GB-10 has some great features, it does not have the bass cancelling and bass enhancing features that made it ...Read complete review
I have the old cd bass trainer and have used the mp-BT1. While the GB-10 has some great features, it does not have the bass cancelling and bass enhancing features that made it easy to hear and learn the bass parts. This is a great guitar trainer that overlooks bassists. I am returning the one I got for my birthday and scouring the internet for a MP-BT1.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 15 customers
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Not Found Any
Best Uses
- Practicing
- Recording
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I am a pedal steel guitar player and I use the GB-10 to record guitar licks and learn them by slowing them down if need be to get the string combinations I need. The loop function is great. You can play and repeat only the part you want to learn. I would reccomend the GB-10 to any level of player wanting to learn more.
Pros
- Fun To Play
- Solid Electronics
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing
- Recording
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
This unit is perfect if you need something to plug into and hear your guitar without everyone else in the house or the neighborhood having to endure the same. Not only does it help for practicing quietly but you can slow down, change the key and even loop certain sections of songs when you are learning them which will give you an edge over the competition.
Pros
- Fun To Play
- Good Tone
- Solid Electronics
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing
- Recording
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
Easily transfers music files from iTunes to internal memory, then allows playback at lower speed with no pitch change for analysis. Works perfectly. Best used with foot pedal accessory.
Pros
Cons
- No bass cancelling
- No bass enhancing
- Poor Sound Quality
- Weak
Best Uses
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I have the old cd bass trainer and have used the mp-BT1. While the GB-10 has some great features, it does not have the bass cancelling and bass enhancing features that made it easy to hear and learn the bass parts. This is a great guitar trainer that overlooks bassists. I am returning the one I got for my birthday and scouring the internet for a MP-BT1.
Pros
- Compact
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
Best tool for pulling songs apart. Smaller footprint than previous model. Still cumbersome for some commonly used features. Biggest headache it inability to quickly restart a track (you have to hit the back key multiple times to return to begining. Good luck sorting out file system between folders and playlist. Should have a simple app to manage from a PC or phone. Looper is annoying, hold the button too long and a second looper app appears. Still better than using a PC.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Practice aid
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
Bought it for my 13 year old son who players Guitar.
His teacher also liked it.
Great Practice aid, the only downside was having to convert my WMA files to MP3
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
a great way to loop and slow down a song while learning to play it
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
- Powerful
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
This thing is amazing. Right out of the box I had everything figured out and up and working. I'm a bassist and I get calls to play gigs with cover bands that give me 30+ songs on a list to learn in a couple days. I recently got a call for a gig that had some very Bass intense songs that I did not know. I bought the GB-10, quickly loaded it with about 30 songs and was able to work in any room of my house with headphones and a guitar cable. The Key change feature was crucial in learning solos that have been transposed to different keys. I showed up at rehearsal and the band thought I was a genius for learning all the songs so fast. I was able to take the GB-10 to the gigs and review the next set while on break. It is the best resource I've seen for training and learning songs fast. Better than the CD versions because I can load the SD card with a ton of songs. It does need a backlit screen though. You will need a mini flash light if your going to use it in the dark.If it was backlit I would give it 5 stars.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Low Distortion
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I am trying to teach myself the bass guitar. This produce allows me to slow the tempo of a song enough so that even I can play along with it. When I start to get it, I can increase the tempo. And the tune doesn't change. I have never seen anything like it. And the price was affordable
- Recommended:
- Battery eliminator
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I am trying to teach myself the play the bass. the GB-10 allows me to slow my lessons to learn the fingering, and then to speed it up. It was easy to set up and get started. I love it.
Pros
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Practice
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
The convenience of MP3 recordings and all the features in a compact size make this a must for all guitar players.
Pros
- Durable
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Practice
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I was told by a friend about a bass trainer that he used to improve his skill level. Thanks to B & H, it was easy to go to their site and to review their products and then decide on the best trainer for my skill level and goals.
I am now able to practice the upcoming weeks church hymns and to participate in worship services.
Pros
- Built in tuner
- Ease of set up
- Effects options
- Tempo slowing feature
Cons
- USB versatility
Best Uses
- Practice
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
I finally decided to dust off my old 1980 Fender P bass and try to regain my chops. This is the perfect tool for that purpose.
Pros:
Ease of set up
Effects options
Ability to slow tempo of song to practice licks
Cons:
Only con I can think of so far is the inability to use USB for simultaneous charging and downloading.
Pros
- Great Sound
- Improved controls
- Recording capability
Cons
- Playback of some files
Best Uses
- Performance
- Practice
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
This device is a big improvement over the old TEAC MP-GT1. The controls make more sense and are much easier to use. I like the speed reduction feature and not only use the device for learning guitar parts, but for dance music playback at reduced speed. The fidelity of the sound is improved on this version, as are the features. I am blown away by the built-in recording capability and now also use it to record my practice sessions. Having replaceable batteries and memory chip are another major upgrade: the battery on my old MP-GT1 gave up the ghost after a couple of years.
PROBLEM: I am having problems with some of the audio files I had encoded myself or that friends had encoded from vinyl. It seems like they don't sync. I did not have this problem with the old MP-GT1, so I am trying to figure out what gives. Commercially produced recordings that have been ripped from CD's work fine. If it weren't for this, I would rate it 5 stars.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder:
Purchased to help with learning guitar licks.
Loved the slow down / loop feature.
Helped me right away
Has a built in tuner and metronome these were just bonuses.
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