Tascam GB-10 - USB Guitar/Bass Trainer/Recorder
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 |
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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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What's in the Box
- USB Cable
- 2 x AA Batteries
- 2GB SD Card
- One (1) Year Warranty
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