Feb 1, 2005 · The 388, in total, is really hard package to beat. If you get the A8, which is an acceptable baseline, you should consider that the "matched" mixer to the A8 is the Fostex …

Jan 26, 2012 · The A8 is the first machine in this narrow track format, it's from around 1981. So the problem you're experiencing could be caused by inexperience with the format from the …

Jan 21, 2021 · The M1508 is a 4 bus mixer. So hook group outputs (up the very top of the M1508) of the mixer into the 4 inputs on the back of the a8 (hooking 1->1 etc.). Then hook up the 8 …

Apr 26, 2016 · I bought two Fostex 1/4" 8-tracks recently (A8, Model 80). Both were serviced about 5 years ago and although they hadn't been used since, are in really nice shape. The …

Sep 5, 2017 · Well basically this guy isn't negotiating his "broken" Fostex A8 any lower than $200. everything works except the play button so I am assuming it might be the capstan belt. this …

Jan 20, 2013 · Fostex made some great analog gear back in the day. The first 8-track on 1/4" tape I ever heard was a brand new Fostex A8... a recent purchase by a friend in the mid 80's. It …

Jul 4, 2013 · I have recently acquired a Fostex A8 reel to reel recorder. The sound is excellent and it seems to work well for about half an hour. After that in playback or record mode the …

Mar 4, 2001 · I have Fostex's A8 and Model 80, as well as Tascam R-R's too. I've worked on both, under the covers. Once under the covers, I think the Fostex's transport reveals itself to be …

Apr 29, 2012 · A8 not recomended. Doesnt sound as good and not as reliable. The Model 80 and R8 are solid pro decks with a really good sound. I have two fostex decks and consider them …

Nov 11, 2020 · Hello i got a fostex A8 thats working very well except for on track 8. the playback is fainter and bassy. im scrubbed the heads over and over but cant seem to get the playback …