Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine with Guitar/Bass Hi-Z In, SPDIF Digital Out and USB Port
The Roland DR-880 Dr. Rhythm drum machine offers an innovative design featuring a Hi-Z instrument input with complementary multi-effects and proprietary COSM amp modeling. The unit offers a large library of drum sounds and kits, preset rhythm patterns and chord progressions.
The DR-880 Dr. Rhythm Groove Modify templates allow the user to change the feel and character of the preset patterns, and the EZ Compose feature, with dedicated access buttons, allows for quick composition and arrangement.
The DR-880 Dr. Rhythm is a versatile, reasonably priced solution for enhanced personal music production requirements.
- Drum machine and Rhythm Pattern generator with 20 velocity-sensitive pads and large, backlit custom LCD
- 1,000 patterns (500 preset, 500 user) with fills, ghost notes and chord progressions
- Guitar/Bass Hi-Z input with multi-effects processing, COSM amp models and built-in tuner
- 440 drum and percussion sounds, 40 bass sounds with COSM bass-amp models
- 30,000-note sequencer, EZ Compose programming feature for quick preset pattern and chord "track" arranging
- Groove Modify templates for creative enhancement of pattern and phrase feel with fills, ghost notes, alternative quantization
- 3 independent drum insert effects (EQ and compression), TSC (Total Sound Control) featuring 3-band EQ and high-quality ambience
- Four assignable footswitch and expression-pedal inputs
- Individual outputs, SPDIF digital out, USB port
| Triggers | 20 x Velocity-Sensitive Pads |
| Polyphony | 32 Voices |
| Multitimbral | 16-Part |
| Presets |
100 x Kits 440 x Drums 40 x Basses 500 x Patterns 50 Electric/Acoustic/Bass Guitar Effects |
| User Memory |
100 x Kits 500 x Patterns 100 x Songs 50 Electric/Acoustic/Bass Guitar Effects |
| Effects |
COSM Amp Models COSM Bass Amp Models 50 x Guitar/Bass Multi-Effects Acoustic Processor for Acoustic Guitar TSC Drum Ambience + 3-Band EQ 3 x EQ + Compression Insert Effects |
| Sequencer |
Notes: 30,000 Resolution: 96 PPQ Songs:100 |
| Controllers |
20 x Trigger Pads 1 x Guitar/Bass Input Level Knob 2 x Drums/Bass Part Level Knobs 1 x Value Dial 1 x Master Volume Knob |
| Expansion Slots | No |
| Outputs |
2 x 1/4" TS Phone Master, L/Mono, Right 2 x 1/4" TS Phone Individual 1 x MIDI 1 x Coaxial SPDIF Digital 1 x USB |
| Inputs |
1 x 1/4 TRS Phone Control 1/2 1 x 1/4" TRS Phone Control 3/4/Expression Pedal 1 x MIDI In 1 x 1/4" TS Phone Guitar/Bass Hi-Z In |
| Headphone Output | Yes, 1/4" Stereo Phone |
| SCSI | No |
| External Storage | MIDI SysEx, USB |
| Display | Custom Backlit LCD |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 10.7 x 9.5 x 2.8" (273 x 242 x 71mm) |
| Weight | 4.2 lb (1.9 kg) |
| Specialties |
Hi-Z Instrument Input with Effects SPDIF Digital Output Groove Modify Templates EZ Compose Pattern/Progression Feature |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Great sound (6)
- Versatile (6)
- Responsive (5)
- Huge tone (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment (6)
- Soundtracks (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Novice (6)
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Fast and easy rhythms
- Great Sound
- Huge Tone
- Responsive
- Sensitive
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Jazz Clubs
- Small Venues
- Soundtracks
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
Sometimes it is hard to make a decision, because there are so many opinions floating around. With Dr-880 Dr, Rhythm, We made the right choice. This Product is awesome in every way. It is great for rehearsals, gigging, and not much has been said about The Boss 880 as asset for composing music/writing songs. No regrets, love it.
Pros
- Realistic Sound
- Versatile
Cons
- Tough To Learn How To Use
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Home recording
- Practice
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
I just got a DR-880 about a week ago, and have been working to familiarize myself with it.
I use the DR-880 to play along to on my guitar/bass.
It has some very nice features, including the "touch" feature...the harder you hit a key, the harder the note is. This makes for some realistic sounding drums. I also really like the huge variety of preprogrammed drum beats. It wasn't hard to find one to work with the types of music I play.
While there are a lot of features, I have not found this to be an easy product to figure out. There are a lot of things to learn, and can be overwhelming at first, especially if you don't have prior experience with using this type of equipment.
Pros
- Great Sound
- Huge Tone
- Responsive
- Sensitive
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
This thing rocks. Makes me want to play more. Excellent product. [...]
Pros
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
No recording software at all. Had to return product. Was a gift for son.
Pros
- Great Sound
- Responsive
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Practice
- Small Venues
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
The amount of guitar playing/practice I do has probably quadrupled ever since I got this thing. Seriously! It has also helped me out in learning music theory (as well as helped me move to the next level in my playing - improvisation). It is also an excellent songwriting tool. Once you become accustomed to the interface, programming beats and bass lines is relatively easy.
It offers a good selection of amps and effects. Not as huge as some software but the sound is very good. Mine has never crashed or frozen up either. They are rather versatile also. I often use it at band rehearsals rather than lug "ye olde Peavey bandit" around all week.
Pros
- Great Sound
- Huge Tone
- Responsive
Cons
- Pedal Don't Work Well
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Soundtracks
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
This machine is great. After two weeks I have created multiply songs and made some great beats. This is far better than any drum software....
Pros
- Great Sound
- Responsive
- Versatile
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Soundtracks
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
This Machine is very user friendly, after reading the manual I spent a few hours playing around with it and before I knew it, I recorded my first sample. Everything is displayed on the menu screen, programming is not that easy but once you get the hang of it, it's easy. The programmed beats are nice and the sound is so realistic that it makes up for the extra money this machine cost.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Powerful
- Professional Functions
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Professional Recording
- Soundtracks
Comments about Boss DR-880 Dr. Rhythm - Drum Machine:
I'm a hobbiest musician and practicing and playing are more enjoyable when you have some accompaniment. The DR-880 does this well providing drums and bass for many genres of music. The sounds from the DR-880 are rich and very realistic which really helps to encourage one to play more. The DR-880 has an input for guitar, either electric or acoustic, or bass and has built in modeling effects to enhance the instruments sound. So far I've only tried electric guitar through it and the resulting sound was very good and easy to balance into the mix of drums and bass.
Programming patterns and songs is very easy once you you get the hang of the menus. I have owned an Alesis SR16 since they were introduced years ago and I never really liked trying to write patterns to it. The DR-880 is really a big step up from the Alesis unit in this respect.
I haven't found anything I don't like about the DR-880 as of yet. Boss gear has a good reputation for design features and durability, so it makes it difficult to find any negative points.
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- Price: $39.00
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Headphones
- Price: $39.95
What's in the Box
- AC Adapter
- DR-880 Driver CD-ROM
- Owner's Manual
- 1 Year Warranty
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