This is hands down the best video I have seen for the Gigcaster 8. It is comprehensive and very informative without being overly complicated. Always best to hire a musician to explain things to other musicians. Well done sir!
Holy hell. I can't believe how well thought out is this piece. I was blown away even before you got to the footpedal option. They managed to stuff 2 tons of tech into a 5 pound bag.
TBH - their (notably) earlier incarnations, such as the BR-800 had some superior options for effects and mixing compared to its contenpories.. Used one for years, an excellent machine. The set-up via Linux was and is a major game changer for me... It made live work with a laptop running as backup audio device seamlessly a viable option... I always look at live work as a process of "problem reduction". If something can do what you need and want, without adding to the list if issues - it's a keeper. If it reduces problems, it's no longer a keeper - it's a necessity.
I can't believe how feature packed this is! Even if I'm not a musician, I want this! I currently have a Behringer x1204USB mixer that I use as an audio interface and I like to have ALL my sound devices connected to it so I can use my Sennheiser headphones for everything. I currently use a bluetooth receiver for my iPhone's audio, but I want to use my good mics for the calls as well and that currently is not possible with my mixer. I know it's possible with the Rodecaster but now that I see this Gigacaster, I will consider this one as well 😲
I've been tinkering with the footswitch (the FA-GC) and the Gigcaster over the weekend, going into depth with the parameters the footswitch can access and if someone wanted to use this as a 'backing track playback' machine this is what I've learned. You get a bit more functionality if you don't use the 'PAD LINK' function. As the footswitch pedals can access many more 'A' functions than 'B-D' functions, what I wanted to do (namely, start tracks with the footswitch and turn the EFX on and off between tracks) can be achieved but with a reduced number of tracks. Since the GA-FC has 6 buttons I can access 32 tracks via 4 buttons and with a simple changeover of parameters can access the other 32 tracks which could be changed between sets. This is fine for what I want. So by setting the FA-GC to 'PAD LINK' off, you can set the individual GROUPS. Choose 'PEDAL 1' icon. Then select GROUP 'A' and set the CATEGORY to CH 2 and set the FUNCTION to 'EFFECT ON / OFF'. Then select GROUP 'B' and set the CATEGORY to 'SOUND PAD' and the FUNCTION to 'SOUND PAD 1'. With this setting, when you press PEDAL 1, you either start the track on SOUND PAD 1 and turn the EFX on CH2 ON, or pressing again stops the track and turns the EFX off. You rinse and repeat for the other three PEDALS (2-4) altering just the 'B' Group FUNCTION setting to SOUND PAD 2, SOUND PAD 3, or SOUND PAD 4. To change the BANKS of SOUNDPADS choose PEDAL 5, GROUP 'A' and set it to 'SOUND BANK UP'. This way, every time you press PEDAL 5 the SOUND PADS ascend to the next bank. A cool trick then is to hold PEDAL 5 down and it ascends to the last BANK (8), from which you can press single presses to access a particular BANK (say 5 presses to go to BANK 5). With a TRACK SHEET laid at the foot of the pedalboard, I can navigate to any of the 32 tracks on BANKS 1-8 on SOUND PADS 1-4. Likewise with a simple tweak (changing the 'B' Group FUNCTION in each PEDAL to SOUND PAD 5-8), the pedalboard can then navigate to the 32 tracks on SOUND PADS 5-8 through the BANKS 1-8. I've made a tracksheet as follows, where my SOUND PADS in each BANK all correspond to the same colour. PAD 1 = WHITE, PAD 2 = RED, PAD 3 = YELLOW, PAD 4 = GREEN, PAD 5 = ORANGE, PAD 6 = BLUE, PAD 7 = PURPLE, PAD 8 = PINK The NUMBER at the top is the PEDAL NUMBER and the number at the sides are the BANK: Changing the FUNCTION to SOUND PAD 5-8 you can then access the other 32 tracks, This suits our setup as I perform original tracks while my wife who is a classically trained soprano, performs covers. I hope that lot makes sense. I will do a RUclips video when I get the time...and that's not even mentioning the jaw-dropping EFX on this thing which makes a live sound so easy to achieve.
Well, I was going to ask some questions, but you answered them all! If I had watched every video on the internet about the Boss Gigcaster 8, I would never have got as much information as I have from your single video!
i´ve been using the gigcaster 5 (similar features without fisical pad and phone input) for all my gigs this summer doing an average of 4 a week so like 45 during the summer and it has been a game changer for my soun and features live incredible 0 problems whatsoever and incredible perfomance in general im super happy with it (awesome video btw greetings from spain)
The video I needed, the first bit was about me, I’ve been looking at the Rodecaster 2 for a while and when the Duo came out I started looking at that and it lead me to this!!! Thanks for describing me making me realize this is what I really need 😅
Glad I could help! Here’s me setting up and showing all the steps as if I’m at a gig. I hope it helps. ruclips.net/video/7DdTyChGN5c/видео.htmlsi=u59od_INjnauePlr
Top presentation of a an incredible piece of gear. 💪🏻👍🏻🙏🏻 I‘d be interested in a video that shows the recording of a live gig from scratch and also the recording of a podcast! Whatever you do, thanks a lot. I‘ve never heard of this mixer!
This thing is so cool, it looks like it has volume for four separate sets of headphones, but can you have a separate mix in each of the headphones, or at least between the headphones and the usb out for example? If you're live streaming, for example, and you're singing and playing guitar, I usually want the mix the audience hears to be a little bit different than what I want to hear in my own headphones (I usually want more of my own vocals in my ears, and this goes double if I'm mixing in other instruments like if I was with a band or something). I'm guessing that's probably not possible with this, but still, this thing is amazing for an all-in-one device, the effects alone are really cool, and for like podcasting or just as a small portable solution for solo gigs or whatever, I can see this being really useful for certain people. :)
I'd like to see a follow-up video showing the unit fully connected to the gear you'd do a livestream with.......maybe it would have to be in parts, with each section being 10 mins or so long? Thanks.
Thanks for answering previous questions - another question. What is the output power (Wattage) - when connected to speakers. (I think we need a amplifier before connecting a speaker but just making sure.)
This looks great, shows the way things are moving. However as a gigging musician myself it seems to to be guilty of what I historical term as 'Japanese watch syndrome' ie it does about a thousand different things when you really want a mixer to be simple, especially if you are holding a guitar and singing! . I have used a Zoom LiveTrak L-12 Mixer for years and incorporates 12 ins DAW connection, card connections and separate recording and 5 programmable Monitor / Headph outs etc etc. If I see something better I'll get it and although this looks amazing I think I'll stay where I am for the moment. Fair play though great review and looks an awesome bit of kit!
Wow! is all to say. Great product review John. This unit is fantastic and very impressive, but I bet the price is impressing on your pocket as well. Thanks.
Well.. it’s an investment. If you think of getting everything separately, then it would cost more and you would probably need more cables and dongles etc. 😛 so it’s gonna pay for itself in simplicity and time.
No worries. Great thing is, plug in a Micro SD card, make sure it’s on Multi-Track recording and then… just hit record. Easy. Then you can import the file into a DAW and your set! 👍🏻
JohnPaul, do you have a video explaining in detail (a step-by-step instruction) how to set up the Gigcaster 8 with the GA-FC EX pedal? If you have not recorded one, could you direct me to someone who has done it? My very specific question is this: how do I assign each switch to perform a given task -- let's say, I want to sing a song that has a part where I will be singing with the double-voice effect; then, I want to sing another part of the song doing vocal harmony (higher & lower). How exactly do I make each switch do that particular effect when I press it? I tried assigning the first switch (on the left) and it worked. I chose double-voice and the effect would go on or off as I pressed the switch. I tried to do the same with the second switch, with a different effect. It did not work, and it was somehow "hooked" to the first switch, meaning it would interfere with the operation of the first switch. I tried the third switch, and the same thing happened. I was not able to choose a different/independent effect for each switch. I am not a technically inclined person, and I feel that I have a Boeing 747 in front of me without clear instructions on how to fly it. At the same time, I've noticed that the documentation that came with both products is very poor, very superficial. I am having a very hard time trying to have fun with the two (Gigcaster 8 & the GA-FC EX pedal), and I am very frustrated. If you can help (or not), please let me know. Thank you for your attention. Claudio Lessa - in Winter Park, FL.
Hey Claudio 👋 I haven’t made a video for the foot controls but I’m thinking maybe I should make a step by step guide. Boss themselves did make a video about the GA-FC and the Gigcaster. I don’t know if you’ve already seen this one. Have a look.. but I think it’s time I made one as well. ruclips.net/video/LYCZu1NpDJc/видео.htmlsi=ICrt1Gbz87xUYfdq
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Yes, JohnPaul, I have seen that video and other information, but it is all very superficial. The guy keeps playing with the buttons but he does not actually say press this, choose that, save this way, clicl here, etc. He is every enthusiastic to say that each button can accommodate four different functions at the same time... Great! But how does one actually accomplish that? As I said, I have a Boeing 747 parked in my studio without the keys to turn the engines and the instructions on how to fly the damn plane!... Yes, please make a video, do not assume we know any thing other that turn the equipment on and off. Make the video geared to all technically illiterate idiots like me who don't take things for granted and need to see what is done and how it is done step by step, please! All the best!
I would love to see more tutorial video's with the Gigcaster: - How you set it up for your live gigs to livestream? [Thats how I'll be using it]. - How you set up a foot pedal to change guitar and vocal FX on the fly. Any help would be greatly appreciated. THANKS 😀👍
Noted. 👍🏻 Watch this space. 👍🏻 In the meantime I actually used it for a gig last night. Plugged my loop setup in, and a separate talking mic. Connected my iPad via Bluetooth for a playlist inbetween sets, recorded it all on the SD card and also plugged my phone into the USB to live stream it all! Brillaint! Here you go: C.A.L.M Charity Gig - Liberty Bell Coffee House ruclips.net/user/live5XqnCF1HFxA?feature=share
@@JohnPaulMusicUK That's fantastic JP. Thats exactly what I want to do for my all my gigs in the future. Looking forward to your video's on this. Cheers 👍😀
Okay, I do have a question for you. (Knew you'd have the best first review on this machine!) I got the GigCaster 8 for the complete suite, as you said. My use purpose for it is primarily Jamulus, live, real-time online jamming. Here's what I can't figure out: How to get non-direct monitoring through the headphones. (Equivalent, I believe, to non-direct monitoring when inputting to a DAW.) Every audio interface I have looked at has this Monitor alternative: Direct or not direct. But I cannot find it in the GigCaster. When I asked Roland support, they said to send the DAW output (equivalent to the Jamulus output, I think) to GigCaster's USB as channels 1&2: "In the DAW audio settings, sending audio to Gigcaster USB 1+2 will be received on this USB channel of the Gigcaster 5 or Gigcaster 8." (Weird, as I don't see any USB 1+2, but I think they just mean to send it to 1&2.) When I do that with Jamulus, I do get the indirect monitoring mix, but I also get the direct mix--so I'm getting it twice--the direct that I don't want in Jamulus, and the somewhat delayed (latency) sound from the Jamulus server. Have you found a way to get the non-direct monitor mix without the direct monitor mix?
Brilliant review and I'm only half-way through. I had to say, 'Diamond Crunch' EFX sounded great on your electro-acoustic....would suit lots of songs. Back to the video....
Hi, great video. Do the 4 headphone outs have their own individual mix? EG, Headphone out 1, for the bass player with heaps of bass guitar, a little vocal and backing track, headphone out 2 for the singer, with no bass guitar but with heaps of backing track from your phone, etc?
Can you send different channels to different headphone outs? Using this a a way to get more outputs Like if I’m a one man band sending channels from this mixer to front of house… or using the headphone outs as monitor outs…
i take it, you can multi-track record on it? Like basically, stick the drums down in 1-2 tracks, a base line, and vocals. Yeah, I've been looking at the tascam L12, or one Zoom H8 (or any hand held 32 bit float recorder), as a solution for playing a few instruments, and jamming/rehearsing etc ----- but this looks like a serious 3rd option.
Aww thanks 🙏 The faders are shaped quite nicely to contour your fingers but they are plastic. They are pretty sturdy to be honest and haven’t had any fall off yet! 🤣 If you wanna learn more about it, here’s a playlist with all the videos I’ve done. Couple of different scenarios here which are helpful: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=r3Y26yTCgJlgrL9K
4 number one hits my history Roland Boss 2480 VS yep I just mixed it in my ssl aws I miss the old Roland because I never had to do that in much in my Studio mixing
I can see using this for podcasting. If the bluetooth is stable and latency low this thing could be a beast for ios. Ive seen people make detailed legit music inside a boss drum machine in 2000/2001 , boss had the ui and the fx down all the way back then, so this is right in the capacity of boss as a company to pull off using better chips now.
@@officialWWM I would happily work for Boss butnI don’t. That said, a Boss was the first drum machine I ever seen. It is what it is, Boss is an ancient company, they certainly should have a rather strong repository of code. Roland used code from an old sampler workstation on some of their new gear so no reason Boss couldn’t. I believe Boss and Roland might have been connected, Boss was part of some other company back in the day.
Hi JP. Great video. Thanks. I was wondering how you would set this up for a live gig with your boss rc 600. I would think you would want to separate the vocal channel and the guitar channel going into the looper
Thank you so much. As you are a sound engineer ,please let me know: Can I ,as a pastor use Rode pro mic ,as hands free mic to address the congregation ;? Will such mics be free from inerfearce from other signals for that use ,or is it good only for use with video camera etc.? Akso ,can it's receiver be connected it to an amplifier without a mixer ? Is mixer essential to connect it to use as a public address system ?
No you can certainly use the rode pro mic (do you mean the new small square wireless pro with or the pro+ which sits on cameras?) either way, you would need the right cable to plug in but yes you certainly could. Signal wise, the wireless PRO run on a new series 4 2.4Ghz transmission system. There could be interference from anything else 2.4 but it’s rare. Yes you can plug it into an amplifier but just need the right cable and watch the volume. The nice thing about the Wireless Pro is that the receiver can also record too if you needed the recording for later on. I personally would use the Lav extraction so the transmitter is out of sight, clipped to your belt for example and the lav wire under your shirt. Hope that helps. This video is a UHF Version. It’s not the Rode but it’s kind of what your thinking: ruclips.net/video/uvAYhZux5fo/видео.htmlsi=EFinpzGEJtOx-7OH
Great video, I use backing tracks from my phone when gigging, can you set it to recognise the vocal key for harmonies from the backing track? Many thanks if you can check that out
Very great video and well explain. but can we record any small section of audio and have a replay over 1 of the channel ? Or we need a sampler for that and then put the output to the input 1 of this mixer ... Thanks
Cool!! Have a look at the Gigcaster Playlist. We’ve done quite a few things with it. Hope the videos help: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=4Z4yM5gw9uNd8S9B
Certainly. Couple of ways to do it. There is a dedicated AUX input on the front, or you can use Bluetooth and just Bluetooth a phone or tablet.. or plug in via usb-c. And each one has its own fader. Easy. 👍🏻
I'd love to see how you use this with the RC-600. Can you route out and back in? I worry I'd need two of them. Today I use a Tascam model 12 north of the looper and a Yamaha 10xu south of it. Would I need two of them?
Excellent video !! Can you do a video of how to connect it to Logic Pro so you can mix / record the separate channels live or from the sd card after you’ve recorded please ? I brought one of these a week ago and haven’t sussed out how to connect it to logic yet. I record my band at Rehersal and it would be handy to mix it better later on a DAW. I use the front input for v drums. It works well.
As a Metal guitarist who is using a GT-1000 core, first thing that comes to mind is, if there is a sufficient noise gate built in. Sufficient means, Threshold, Attack, Release and Ratio. The "noise reduction" of the GT-1000 sucks as it cannot be dialed in to react fast/tight enough, so I'm using a TC Sentry in front of it. Second thing is: is there a FX loop? And third... I assume that doesn't have MIDI capability? And fourth; does it have built in metronome / drum machine or something like that? And what I also wanna know; is that a metal enclosure because it certainly looks like plastic?!
That’s very interesting regarding the GT-1000 Threshold and attack etc.. obvs I’m not a metal player so was unaware. There isn’t a physical effects loop connection wise on the unit, no. There is midi but it’s more pressing CC numbers for the pads to do other things. No metronome No drum machine Enclosure is actually both - metal top and plastic bottom.
Thanks 🙏 Any mic. It can handle 48v phantom power so normal mics for live or even studio / condenser mics as well. Best is to play with it with your mics to see if it’s right for you with the great VE effects from Boss. 👍🏻
Glad it was helpful! - here are the other videos I’ve done with the Gigcaster. Hope they help. ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=KRe-YgmUaTHZa0UC
Huh... interesting weird piece of gear! I imagine for the right person this would be a game changer. Weird there are so few analog inputs though. I use a Behringer XR18 live which this could not replace, but it seems neat
Can you do a video of the other features? - playback of sdcard - full parameters overview - using as audio interface I basically am most interested in seeing how to playback from SD card (music tracks) Does it allow that?
The idea is to capture the audio with this Gigcaster which it can grab as a stereo mix or as separate channels. When you playback, you are best putting that into a DAW to grab all the channels to mix there. 👍🏻 Watch this space for more videos. Coming soon…
You've done an amazing job with this review. I'm getting into pre production for a community radio station where I will need to send them a 50 minute WAV or high quality MP3 file for broadcast. I've had my eye on the Road caster 11 and Mackie DLZ but I really like this because I'm a musician who could use this for gigs. How does this compare to the Road Caster in terms of strictly using it for my radio pre production work and recording multiple guests with multiple headphones and easily recording interviews using my phone etc etc? Keep up the great work.
For what you want it for it’s great. You can pull in a phone call, you can have sound pads, multiple people etc and record it all in multitrack mode so it’s all separated for mixing later or all as a stereo feed ready to send out in glorious 32-bit. Only issue really is the headphone mix is the same on all 4 outputs. Can’t change it’ll the feed but I hope they update this. Maybe they can’t. Dunno.
Great video. I have one for you JP. The unit is insane but if you are a solo act and like me use StageTraxx3 (sometimes with backing track, sometimes just acoustic with loops etc) which is amazing can you use it to received midi messages ti change all the patches etc via Bluetooth (as well as the ipads Bluetooth audio) or would you need a wireless USB to Midi receiver like the Widi to do this. Do the vocal effects have harmonies as well?
I would be really interested in how to use this with stage Traxx 3 as well. At the moment l send midi messages to my zoom pedal to change guitar patches but have no way to do this with vocal effects. This seems the ideal answer for that but I don’t quite see how to do it.
I wish there was a version where all the inputs/channels are like the first 4. 4 physical inputs is pretty limiting. I am never going to use the channel for bluetooth lol
This is the first I’ve seen of the Boss mixer. I’m currently using the Tascam Mixcast which is amazing for the price in regards to RUclips/podcast recordings. However it’s not good for guitar. I was going to get the Rodecaster Pro 2 but this Boss mixer has me intrigued. Have you compared the two mixers!
Haven’t compared the 2 but the sounds from the GT range are sweet! Welcome 🙏 here is the playlist of all the Gigcaster videos. Enjoy: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=TlKFaQn-BCuWy0WX
You could do that and MainStage has the ability to build what you want! (If it’s good enough for Marc Rebillet then hey! 🤣) Answering your question - wildly different.
Think it’s probably awesome for streaming but I’m not sure about a gigging use case, very interested to see if you shed any gear in making this work live JP, waiting with interest
Used it last night for a Charity gig. Fed my looper and another mic into it and recorded the whole thing to SD card whilst plugging my phone in and live streaming at the same time. Here you go - C.A.L.M Charity Gig - Liberty Bell Coffee House ruclips.net/user/live5XqnCF1HFxA?feature=share
Correct but if you want to take full advantage of the 20in 14out, you need the Gigcaster software which is good. Have a look: ruclips.net/video/OVHK_09ytIs/видео.htmlsi=fkatlI2fMioW32vk
Can this unit punch in an overdub to the final recording. I need the ability to compile intro and outro's to my podcast and need the ability to edit/overdub the final recording.
Can this be plugged directly into an iPhone or iPad using a USB-C lightning adapter? I am currently using a separate mixer and audio interface for my streaming app on my iPhone… I’m wondering if this device would do it all
I’m sure it would. I was able to do it with USB-C to USB-A and then had the camera connection kit and used it on my 15 with c-c so I don’t see why that wouldn’t work with the adapter. 👍🏻
Thank you so much for this thorough review! I can see from the comments below that you've successfully connected the USB-C to your iPhone. Awesome! That's one big question answered. The second is this: Have you used the "mix minus" feature with your iPhone? Presumably this will work the same as a laptop...? Thanks!
Yeah just remember to use the camera connection kit for iPhone’s. Not used it yet - gonna be testing it so I’ll keep you informed. Yes it’s meant to work in the same way. 👍🏻
Can you do loopback mixing as in… Does the device present multiple USB outputs to the computer that can be assigned to multiple fader channels for mixing, before sending back into the computer?
This looks great I’m after a band in a box , bought a few RCF jmix now got rid of our huge logic system .dynacord is going as well . I’m old school as well but set it and leave it is great . Good review mate .
Two guitarists, using two microphones for singing in a live situation will take up the 4 channels. Can a smart keyboard player go through the auxiliary to add to the band?
Very cool... Does it have an aux or monitor output in addition to front of house? I need separate FOH and IEM outputs (using tracks with cues running out through the the in ear monitors only)
Awesome bit of kit and very well presented by yourself I might add. Seriously considering this as a live mixer, solo singer with backing tracks. My concern would be controlling feedback etc. is there any feedback suppression or parametric eq on the output? Any rta, spectrum, or visual representation on the output to identify feedback spikes ?
Hey Alan. So there is an EQ. On the master out, each channel including USB out as well so you can have a different EQ for your online audience to the main PA. There is no visual representation of this thou on the board.
Looks good but needs more inputs as two speakers two microphones and then you would need drums guitars and a base but it’s only got 4 inputs you would need at lease 8-10 inputs yea
Can I select multiple or even one channel to play in the head phones with the fader being down basically as almost a cue or split cue so I can hear what is playing in a track before brining it up into the main mix output
I think you might need something bigger unless you want to put your 18 mics into a stereo mix into the Gigcaster. But then I suppose you're using 2 mixers. One for the drums and then one for everything else including talkback and computer interface.
hello, which powerbank do you use? I have tried several and each time I get the “insufficient power” message. thank you for your help and for your great videos!
This is awesome dude im getting this i have the boss br 800 but wow this giga caster is exactly what i need.. can i hook it up to reg studio monitors instead of headphones? Can i jam along to backing tracks also thAnk you for yer time yer great
@@JohnPaulMusicUK cheers it's a pity it only has 4 audio inputs kinda weird the 20 audio interface part where on earth are they all coming from I assume it's in that playlist somewhere. Thanks again. I was looking at the Mackie creator which looks amazing but this does a bunch of different things
What you didn't mention was how you combined the video and audio. How did you align the audio from the gigcaster to the video? How long did it take you to edit this video? Was it a better experience than previously or about the same? I always hand clap to get the video and audio together, but maybe I am very ignorant. It looks like an amazing tool. I bought a hard disk record to plug into my normal mixer with outboard analogue effects, and just use two condenser mics panned left and right. I try to get the sound right at the start so no further sound editing for the video. Just align and edit the video. BUT, i might forget to press record on the camera or on the recorder, etc etc. Then Im juggling SD cards. But at least there is no fan noise from the computer.
That’s a great question. So.. here we go: 1) my Sony camera is my talking head camera with an SD card in it and a Rode Video Mic Go 2 attached. That’s the audio you hear first. 2) my iPhone is the top down camera, running Filmic Pro 6 3) the Aston Stealth mic is plugged into the Gigcaster, and the Micro SD card is in that and recording. 4) QuickTime screen recording from the computer whilst plugged into the Mac. So three audios and 2 videos. No audio from the computer, just the screen recording. Then I still do 3 claps at the beginning of every take. Then matched up in LumaFusion and edited on iPad. Hope that’s helps. 👍🏻
What are the chances you can use the extra physical faders (if you're one man show for example) for different inputs on the computer. Let's say I was on Zoom and wanted chat audio on its own fader. Or if you were gaming and wanted game audio on its own fader, separate from all system sounds.
Dear JP! Thank you for your Detailed Information. I'm a Church Choir Conductor and Keyboard player, And we have in our choir 1 Violin, 1 Acoustic Guitar, 1 Keyboard and 4 SURE SM81 Microphones and 2 SURE SM 58 BETA Dynamic Microphone. Please advise if we can connect all of those to the BOSS wnd use the effects for Vocals and Instruments. the SM81 for the Choir section (SATB) and 2 Dynamic Microphones for the Lead Vocals, plus the instruments. Thank you in advance.
Nope. 6 total physical connections which consist of 4x combo jack (for either mic or jack, not both) and then 1x stereo aux mini jack, USB in and Bluetooth in.
Could you do a video with the gigcaster connected to an iPad running Loopy Pro and get Loopy to send patch changes to the effects both vocal and guitar? Great unit and great video thanks,
Been looking for something like this for a long while. It was either for Podcasts or for musicians without the features we really need. Been using a Bose T1 small console for 5 years but need something more up to date. Questions: 1. How would you setup this unit for guys like me that have a one man band show (Guitar, Vocal and backup tracks) 2. Looking to visualize how I can upgrade to my current setup. 3. Any other options you might recommend? Looking forward to your reply and perhaps your email to ask you a few other questions already have… thanks for this killer video… ✌️
I just subscribed and hopefully you are one step close to hitting that 30k mark, thanks to the music repo lady. I own the Tascam Mixcast 4 they seem like cousins, your thoughts?
Hey 👋 Thanks for the sub. Yeah looking at the Tascam, they look very similar.. even the fader options look the same. The recording is 24bit on the Tascam, the Gigcaster is 32 bit. The GigCaster also leans on Boss’ high heritage of effects (guitar and vocal effects). There are pros and cons to both. 👍
This looks amazing! Great video. For me as a solo artist doing live streams, I also use my RC600 - is there any way to route the effects INTO the looper and then simply plug the guitar into the mixer after the fact? I do love the various effects for vocals (which for my main vocal I don't run it through the 600, but I use a looper mic for harmonies, etc that is separate and that I can loop). I am also wondering how user friendly it is to use with Ecamm Live? Thanks again, JohnPaul!
Here’s the next video of how to setup the GigCaster 8: ruclips.net/video/AeTBkQ1ask4/видео.html
This is hands down the best video I have seen for the Gigcaster 8. It is comprehensive and very informative without being overly complicated. Always best to hire a musician to explain things to other musicians. Well done sir!
Glad it was helpful! You might like the next one.. and more coming: ruclips.net/video/AeTBkQ1ask4/видео.html
Holy hell. I can't believe how well thought out is this piece. I was blown away even before you got to the footpedal option. They managed to stuff 2 tons of tech into a 5 pound bag.
Yep! Hence why I’m impressed! Always something missing from all the others.
This can do loads and need more videos to show you how.. stay tuned!
The really impressive part is that JP knew this stuff inside and out like he was the one that designed the thing!! 😍
TBH - their (notably) earlier incarnations, such as the BR-800 had some superior options for effects and mixing compared to its contenpories.. Used one for years, an excellent machine. The set-up via Linux was and is a major game changer for me... It made live work with a laptop running as backup audio device seamlessly a viable option... I always look at live work as a process of "problem reduction". If something can do what you need and want, without adding to the list if issues - it's a keeper. If it reduces problems, it's no longer a keeper - it's a necessity.
I can't believe how feature packed this is! Even if I'm not a musician, I want this! I currently have a Behringer x1204USB mixer that I use as an audio interface and I like to have ALL my sound devices connected to it so I can use my Sennheiser headphones for everything. I currently use a bluetooth receiver for my iPhone's audio, but I want to use my good mics for the calls as well and that currently is not possible with my mixer. I know it's possible with the Rodecaster but now that I see this Gigacaster, I will consider this one as well 😲
I've been tinkering with the footswitch (the FA-GC) and the Gigcaster over the weekend, going into depth with the parameters the footswitch can access and if someone wanted to use this as a 'backing track playback' machine this is what I've learned.
You get a bit more functionality if you don't use the 'PAD LINK' function.
As the footswitch pedals can access many more 'A' functions than 'B-D' functions, what I wanted to do (namely, start tracks with the footswitch and turn the EFX on and off between tracks) can be achieved but with a reduced number of tracks. Since the GA-FC has 6 buttons I can access 32 tracks via 4 buttons and with a simple changeover of parameters can access the other 32 tracks which could be changed between sets. This is fine for what I want.
So by setting the FA-GC to 'PAD LINK' off, you can set the individual GROUPS.
Choose 'PEDAL 1' icon. Then select GROUP 'A' and set the CATEGORY to CH 2 and set the FUNCTION to 'EFFECT ON / OFF'. Then select GROUP 'B' and set the CATEGORY to 'SOUND PAD' and the FUNCTION to 'SOUND PAD 1'. With this setting, when you press PEDAL 1, you either start the track on SOUND PAD 1 and turn the EFX on CH2 ON, or pressing again stops the track and turns the EFX off. You rinse and repeat for the other three PEDALS (2-4) altering just the 'B' Group FUNCTION setting to SOUND PAD 2, SOUND PAD 3, or SOUND PAD 4.
To change the BANKS of SOUNDPADS choose PEDAL 5, GROUP 'A' and set it to 'SOUND BANK UP'. This way, every time you press PEDAL 5 the SOUND PADS ascend to the next bank. A cool trick then is to hold PEDAL 5 down and it ascends to the last BANK (8), from which you can press single presses to access a particular BANK (say 5 presses to go to BANK 5). With a TRACK SHEET laid at the foot of the pedalboard, I can navigate to any of the 32 tracks on BANKS 1-8 on SOUND PADS 1-4. Likewise with a simple tweak (changing the 'B' Group FUNCTION in each PEDAL to SOUND PAD 5-8), the pedalboard can then navigate to the 32 tracks on SOUND PADS 5-8 through the BANKS 1-8.
I've made a tracksheet as follows, where my SOUND PADS in each BANK all correspond to the same colour. PAD 1 = WHITE, PAD 2 = RED, PAD 3 = YELLOW, PAD 4 = GREEN, PAD 5 = ORANGE, PAD 6 = BLUE, PAD 7 = PURPLE, PAD 8 = PINK
The NUMBER at the top is the PEDAL NUMBER and the number at the sides are the BANK:
Changing the FUNCTION to SOUND PAD 5-8 you can then access the other 32 tracks, This suits our setup as I perform original tracks while my wife who is a classically trained soprano, performs covers.
I hope that lot makes sense. I will do a RUclips video when I get the time...and that's not even mentioning the jaw-dropping EFX on this thing which makes a live sound so easy to achieve.
wow. tinkering is one thing. looks like you went DEEEP on this one!
Love it!
Well, I was going to ask some questions, but you answered them all! If I had watched every video on the internet about the Boss Gigcaster 8, I would never have got as much information as I have from your single video!
Wow!! That’s awesome!
There is actually lots more to unpick and will be showcasing more tips and tricks over the coming months. 👍🏻
Stay tuned.
Wow, Boss I am impressed with how much you packed into this mixer and really geared it to the musician and not the podcaster. Good job!
i´ve been using the gigcaster 5 (similar features without fisical pad and phone input) for all my gigs this summer doing an average of 4 a week so like 45 during the summer and it has been a game changer for my soun and features live incredible 0 problems whatsoever and incredible perfomance in general im super happy with it (awesome video btw greetings from spain)
That’s fantastic to know! Yeah it’s a brilliant device and easy to use!
I'm impressed with the versatility of this. Endless applications.
Yea it’s pretty sweet! And you are right it ticks a lot of different options.
The video I needed, the first bit was about me, I’ve been looking at the Rodecaster 2 for a while and when the Duo came out I started looking at that and it lead me to this!!! Thanks for describing me making me realize this is what I really need 😅
Glad I could help! Here’s me setting up and showing all the steps as if I’m at a gig. I hope it helps. ruclips.net/video/7DdTyChGN5c/видео.htmlsi=u59od_INjnauePlr
That is an amazing Mixer, etc., and looks like an incredible value at $699 USD.
Top presentation of a an incredible piece of gear. 💪🏻👍🏻🙏🏻
I‘d be interested in a video that shows the recording of a live gig from scratch and also the recording of a podcast!
Whatever you do, thanks a lot. I‘ve never heard of this mixer!
More than welcome and more videos coming. 👍🏻 😊
Things have definitely improved since my first 4-track in 1990!
Yeah.. I hear ya on that one! Awww memories of 4-track tape. Wow. 😊
@@JohnPaulMusicUKMemories of the early Beatles on 4-track. ;
This is an absolutely fantastic video thankyou for making this! Can you use the 8 midi pads to change Guitar Tone Presets?
This thing is so cool, it looks like it has volume for four separate sets of headphones, but can you have a separate mix in each of the headphones, or at least between the headphones and the usb out for example? If you're live streaming, for example, and you're singing and playing guitar, I usually want the mix the audience hears to be a little bit different than what I want to hear in my own headphones (I usually want more of my own vocals in my ears, and this goes double if I'm mixing in other instruments like if I was with a band or something). I'm guessing that's probably not possible with this, but still, this thing is amazing for an all-in-one device, the effects alone are really cool, and for like podcasting or just as a small portable solution for solo gigs or whatever, I can see this being really useful for certain people. :)
I'd like to see a follow-up video showing the unit fully connected to the gear you'd do a livestream with.......maybe it would have to be in parts, with each section being 10 mins or so long? Thanks.
I thoroughly enjoyed this review and this looks like an amazing device....I may have to get one of these
Go for it! You can pick one up here: geni.us/BossGigcaster8
Thanks for answering previous questions - another question. What is the output power (Wattage) - when connected to speakers. (I think we need a amplifier before connecting a speaker but just making sure.)
This looks great, shows the way things are moving. However as a gigging musician myself it seems to to be guilty of what I historical term as 'Japanese watch syndrome' ie it does about a thousand different things when you really want a mixer to be simple, especially if you are holding a guitar and singing! . I have used a Zoom LiveTrak L-12 Mixer for years and incorporates 12 ins DAW connection, card connections and separate recording and 5 programmable Monitor / Headph outs etc etc. If I see something better I'll get it and although this looks amazing I think I'll stay where I am for the moment. Fair play though great review and looks an awesome bit of kit!
If with you on the Zoom L-12 being the best solution to date...love that unit. 😀
Wow! is all to say. Great product review John. This unit is fantastic and very impressive, but I bet the price is impressing on your pocket as well. Thanks.
Well.. it’s an investment. If you think of getting everything separately, then it would cost more and you would probably need more cables and dongles etc. 😛 so it’s gonna pay for itself in simplicity and time.
Thanks for the nice clip.....Seems very nice!....Still try to find my way around recording....but this Boss Gigcaster8 seems nice!
No worries. Great thing is, plug in a Micro SD card, make sure it’s on Multi-Track recording and then… just hit record. Easy. Then you can import the file into a DAW and your set! 👍🏻
JohnPaul, do you have a video explaining in detail (a step-by-step instruction) how to set up the Gigcaster 8 with the GA-FC EX pedal? If you have not recorded one, could you direct me to someone who has done it? My very specific question is this: how do I assign each switch to perform a given task -- let's say, I want to sing a song that has a part where I will be singing with the double-voice effect; then, I want to sing another part of the song doing vocal harmony (higher & lower). How exactly do I make each switch do that particular effect when I press it? I tried assigning the first switch (on the left) and it worked. I chose double-voice and the effect would go on or off as I pressed the switch. I tried to do the same with the second switch, with a different effect. It did not work, and it was somehow "hooked" to the first switch, meaning it would interfere with the operation of the first switch. I tried the third switch, and the same thing happened. I was not able to choose a different/independent effect for each switch. I am not a technically inclined person, and I feel that I have a Boeing 747 in front of me without clear instructions on how to fly it. At the same time, I've noticed that the documentation that came with both products is very poor, very superficial. I am having a very hard time trying to have fun with the two (Gigcaster 8 & the GA-FC EX pedal), and I am very frustrated. If you can help (or not), please let me know. Thank you for your attention.
Claudio Lessa - in Winter Park, FL.
Hey Claudio 👋
I haven’t made a video for the foot controls but I’m thinking maybe I should make a step by step guide. Boss themselves did make a video about the GA-FC and the Gigcaster.
I don’t know if you’ve already seen this one.
Have a look.. but I think it’s time I made one as well. ruclips.net/video/LYCZu1NpDJc/видео.htmlsi=ICrt1Gbz87xUYfdq
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Yes, JohnPaul, I have seen that video and other information, but it is all very superficial. The guy keeps playing with the buttons but he does not actually say press this, choose that, save this way, clicl here, etc. He is every enthusiastic to say that each button can accommodate four different functions at the same time... Great! But how does one actually accomplish that? As I said, I have a Boeing 747 parked in my studio without the keys to turn the engines and the instructions on how to fly the damn plane!... Yes, please make a video, do not assume we know any thing other that turn the equipment on and off. Make the video geared to all technically illiterate idiots like me who don't take things for granted and need to see what is done and how it is done step by step, please!
All the best!
I would love to see more tutorial video's with the Gigcaster:
- How you set it up for your live gigs to livestream? [Thats how I'll be using it].
- How you set up a foot pedal to change guitar and vocal FX on the fly.
Any help would be greatly appreciated. THANKS 😀👍
Noted. 👍🏻
Watch this space. 👍🏻
In the meantime I actually used it for a gig last night. Plugged my loop setup in, and a separate talking mic. Connected my iPad via Bluetooth for a playlist inbetween sets, recorded it all on the SD card and also plugged my phone into the USB to live stream it all! Brillaint! Here you go: C.A.L.M Charity Gig - Liberty Bell Coffee House
ruclips.net/user/live5XqnCF1HFxA?feature=share
@@JohnPaulMusicUK That's fantastic JP. Thats exactly what I want to do for my all my gigs in the future. Looking forward to your video's on this. Cheers 👍😀
@JohnPaulMusicUK does this have auxiliary sockets, so you can send some channels to a loop pedal (for example)?
Has an aux in but I’m currently looking into a way to do this with a loop pedal. Possibly via one of the headphone outs… maybe.. I’ll keep you posted.
Okay, I do have a question for you. (Knew you'd have the best first review on this machine!) I got the GigCaster 8 for the complete suite, as you said. My use purpose for it is primarily Jamulus, live, real-time online jamming. Here's what I can't figure out: How to get non-direct monitoring through the headphones. (Equivalent, I believe, to non-direct monitoring when inputting to a DAW.) Every audio interface I have looked at has this Monitor alternative: Direct or not direct. But I cannot find it in the GigCaster.
When I asked Roland support, they said to send the DAW output (equivalent to the Jamulus output, I think) to GigCaster's USB as channels 1&2: "In the DAW audio settings, sending audio to Gigcaster USB 1+2 will be received on this USB channel of the Gigcaster 5 or Gigcaster 8." (Weird, as I don't see any USB 1+2, but I think they just mean to send it to 1&2.) When I do that with Jamulus, I do get the indirect monitoring mix, but I also get the direct mix--so I'm getting it twice--the direct that I don't want in Jamulus, and the somewhat delayed (latency) sound from the Jamulus server. Have you found a way to get the non-direct monitor mix without the direct monitor mix?
Good mixer but i have a question, in interface mode can i record my vocal with the effects but in the DAW still gonna be dry for changes ?
Brilliant review and I'm only half-way through. I had to say, 'Diamond Crunch' EFX sounded great on your electro-acoustic....would suit lots of songs. Back to the video....
Rock on!
Hi, great video. Do the 4 headphone outs have their own individual mix? EG, Headphone out 1, for the bass player with heaps of bass guitar, a little vocal and backing track, headphone out 2 for the singer, with no bass guitar but with heaps of backing track from your phone, etc?
Very cool review. 😊 One question: does it have sub mixes for the headphone outputs?
For iem
Can you send different channels to different headphone outs? Using this a a way to get more outputs
Like if I’m a one man band sending channels from this mixer to front of house… or using the headphone outs as monitor outs…
Great help - Thanks! Will this record all individual channels on the SD Card or just one final mix?
No problem. Actually both. You can choose for it to record as a stereo mix or individually in the moment. 👍
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Thanks again.
i take it, you can multi-track record on it? Like basically, stick the drums down in 1-2 tracks, a base line, and vocals. Yeah, I've been looking at the tascam L12, or one Zoom H8 (or any hand held 32 bit float recorder), as a solution for playing a few instruments, and jamming/rehearsing etc ----- but this looks like a serious 3rd option.
Why do the fader caps look like they might fall apart? Great video btw, really enjoyable watch.
Aww thanks 🙏
The faders are shaped quite nicely to contour your fingers but they are plastic. They are pretty sturdy to be honest and haven’t had any fall off yet! 🤣
If you wanna learn more about it, here’s a playlist with all the videos I’ve done. Couple of different scenarios here which are helpful:
ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=r3Y26yTCgJlgrL9K
4 number one hits my history Roland Boss 2480 VS yep I just mixed it in my ssl aws I miss the old Roland because I never had to do that in much in my Studio mixing
It’s cool 😎
I can see using this for podcasting. If the bluetooth is stable and latency low this thing could be a beast for ios. Ive seen people make detailed legit music inside a boss drum machine in 2000/2001 , boss had the ui and the fx down all the way back then, so this is right in the capacity of boss as a company to pull off using better chips now.
Sounds like you work for the Boss marketing dept.
@@officialWWM I would happily work for Boss butnI don’t. That said, a Boss was the first drum machine I ever seen. It is what it is, Boss is an ancient company, they certainly should have a rather strong repository of code. Roland used code from an old sampler workstation on some of their new gear so no reason Boss couldn’t. I believe Boss and Roland might have been connected, Boss was part of some other company back in the day.
Hi JP. Great video. Thanks. I was wondering how you would set this up for a live gig with your boss rc 600. I would think you would want to separate the vocal channel and the guitar channel going into the looper
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Thank you so much. As you are a sound engineer ,please let me know:
Can I ,as a pastor use Rode pro mic ,as hands free mic to address the congregation ;?
Will such mics be free from inerfearce from other signals for that use ,or is it good only for use with video camera etc.?
Akso ,can it's receiver be connected it to an amplifier without a mixer ? Is mixer essential to connect it to use as a public address system ?
No you can certainly use the rode pro mic (do you mean the new small square wireless pro with or the pro+ which sits on cameras?) either way, you would need the right cable to plug in but yes you certainly could.
Signal wise, the wireless PRO run on a new series 4 2.4Ghz transmission system. There could be interference from anything else 2.4 but it’s rare. Yes you can plug it into an amplifier but just need the right cable and watch the volume. The nice thing about the Wireless Pro is that the receiver can also record too if you needed the recording for later on. I personally would use the Lav extraction so the transmitter is out of sight, clipped to your belt for example and the lav wire under your shirt. Hope that helps.
This video is a UHF Version. It’s not the Rode but it’s kind of what your thinking: ruclips.net/video/uvAYhZux5fo/видео.htmlsi=EFinpzGEJtOx-7OH
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Thanks.
Great video, I use backing tracks from my phone when gigging, can you set it to recognise the vocal key for harmonies from the backing track? Many thanks if you can check that out
Very great video and well explain. but can we record any small section of audio and have a replay over 1 of the channel ? Or we need a sampler for that and then put the output to the input 1 of this mixer ... Thanks
Thanks 🙏
You would need a sampler or looper.
BRILLIANT PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. OF COURSE I GOT ONE !!
Cool!! Have a look at the Gigcaster Playlist. We’ve done quite a few things with it. Hope the videos help: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=4Z4yM5gw9uNd8S9B
Great video John thanks Can I play my backing tracks and run through them easily and quickly? I am a one man band.Gr.Ness
Certainly. Couple of ways to do it. There is a dedicated AUX input on the front, or you can use Bluetooth and just Bluetooth a phone or tablet.. or plug in via usb-c. And each one has its own fader. Easy. 👍🏻
Great video. Look forward to watching some more of your content. Thanks.
Thank you for this video . This is an amazing live portable mixer with so many options.
It certainly is! 👍🏻
I'd love to see how you use this with the RC-600. Can you route out and back in? I worry I'd need two of them. Today I use a Tascam model 12 north of the looper and a Yamaha 10xu south of it. Would I need two of them?
Excellent video !! Can you do a video of how to connect it to Logic Pro so you can mix / record the separate channels live or from the sd card after you’ve recorded please ? I brought one of these a week ago and haven’t sussed out how to connect it to logic yet. I record my band at Rehersal and it would be handy to mix it better later on a DAW. I use the front input for v drums. It works well.
Will be doing a few videos on this.. stay tuned.
Look forward too them. Thank you.
@@robupton2378 Thank you so much for the review! I too would like to know how it interfaces with Logic Pro? Thanks again
As a Metal guitarist who is using a GT-1000 core, first thing that comes to mind is, if there is a sufficient noise gate built in. Sufficient means, Threshold, Attack, Release and Ratio. The "noise reduction" of the GT-1000 sucks as it cannot be dialed in to react fast/tight enough, so I'm using a TC Sentry in front of it. Second thing is: is there a FX loop? And third... I assume that doesn't have MIDI capability? And fourth; does it have built in metronome / drum machine or something like that? And what I also wanna know; is that a metal enclosure because it certainly looks like plastic?!
That’s very interesting regarding the GT-1000 Threshold and attack etc.. obvs I’m not a metal player so was unaware.
There isn’t a physical effects loop connection wise on the unit, no.
There is midi but it’s more pressing CC numbers for the pads to do other things.
No metronome
No drum machine
Enclosure is actually both - metal top and plastic bottom.
Is it possible to play 3 instruments GTR,GTR,Bass with it ? I would like to practice with my bandmates
Certainly is - ruclips.net/video/AeTBkQ1ask4/видео.htmlsi=OAEMypLfIDiivTCu
Great video. It seems to have everything I need except one. Can the mixer be remotely controlled via an app over bluetooth or wifi?
Awesome review. I love livestreaming. I just wondering which mic suit this boss. Thank you.
Thanks 🙏
Any mic. It can handle 48v phantom power so normal mics for live or even studio / condenser mics as well.
Best is to play with it with your mics to see if it’s right for you with the great VE effects from Boss. 👍🏻
Great review! Awesome mixer. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! - here are the other videos I’ve done with the Gigcaster. Hope they help. ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=KRe-YgmUaTHZa0UC
Huh... interesting weird piece of gear! I imagine for the right person this would be a game changer. Weird there are so few analog inputs though. I use a Behringer XR18 live which this could not replace, but it seems neat
Totally depends on what inputs you need but I hear you with the 4 combi and 1 aux. But a great piece of kit.
Thank you for the review. Does it have feedback suppression?
John Paul, this is a great handy machine mixer. Thanks for this preview.. How much does it cost.
Depends where you are in the world. In the UK the Gigcaster is £560
Excellent presentation. Well done!
More than welcome 🙏
Stay tuned - more videos on the way.
Can you do a video of the other features?
- playback of sdcard
- full parameters overview
- using as audio interface
I basically am most interested in seeing how to playback from SD card (music tracks)
Does it allow that?
The idea is to capture the audio with this Gigcaster which it can grab as a stereo mix or as separate channels. When you playback, you are best putting that into a DAW to grab all the channels to mix there. 👍🏻
Watch this space for more videos.
Coming soon…
You've done an amazing job with this review. I'm getting into pre production for a community radio station where I will need to send them a 50 minute WAV or high quality MP3 file for broadcast. I've had my eye on the Road caster 11 and Mackie DLZ but I really like this because I'm a musician who could use this for gigs. How does this compare to the Road Caster in terms of strictly using it for my radio pre production work and recording multiple guests with multiple headphones and easily recording interviews using my phone etc etc? Keep up the great work.
For what you want it for it’s great. You can pull in a phone call, you can have sound pads, multiple people etc and record it all in multitrack mode so it’s all separated for mixing later or all as a stereo feed ready to send out in glorious 32-bit. Only issue really is the headphone mix is the same on all 4 outputs. Can’t change it’ll the feed but I hope they update this. Maybe they can’t. Dunno.
@@JohnPaulMusicUK thanks for the reply. That's a silly limitation regarding the headphone outs as are the small sized headphone jacks.
Git mine a week back and am so impressed
Glad you like it. Lots of options with it.
Great video.
I have one for you JP. The unit is insane but if you are a solo act and like me use StageTraxx3 (sometimes with backing track, sometimes just acoustic with loops etc) which is amazing can you use it to received midi messages ti change all the patches etc via Bluetooth (as well as the ipads Bluetooth audio) or would you need a wireless USB to Midi receiver like the Widi to do this. Do the vocal effects have harmonies as well?
I would be really interested in how to use this with stage Traxx 3 as well. At the moment l send midi messages to my zoom pedal to change guitar patches but have no way to do this with vocal effects. This seems the ideal answer for that but I don’t quite see how to do it.
Hi,Is it possible to record the instrument in multitrack and then record a second track while also listening to the first track in headphones?thanks
No. It’s not a multi track recorder in that sense. It’s a live recorder. You could however plug this into a tablet or computer and do that.
Blown away. This is hot ! I do solo this would be great .
Ace 👍🏻 here’s the playlist of all the other Gigcaster videos I have made: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=Upf7ogNSyVtB0Pzx
I wish there was a version where all the inputs/channels are like the first 4. 4 physical inputs is pretty limiting. I am never going to use the channel for bluetooth lol
I do wonder if they will bring out a range and bigger versions. I think it makes sense to.
Hi John .. great review .. I have 1 question ….”does it have anyway to sync via usb or MTC ..MIDI CLOCK ?.. tnx 😊
This is the first I’ve seen of the Boss mixer. I’m currently using the Tascam Mixcast which is amazing for the price in regards to RUclips/podcast recordings. However it’s not good for guitar. I was going to get the Rodecaster Pro 2 but this Boss mixer has me intrigued. Have you compared the two mixers!
Haven’t compared the 2 but the sounds from the GT range are sweet!
Welcome 🙏 here is the playlist of all the Gigcaster videos. Enjoy: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=TlKFaQn-BCuWy0WX
How could you do a trio band live gig . 3 vocals, bass, electric/acoustic guitar and stereo drum kit? Thanks!
I assume the faders aren't motorised? If it had that would be good as a DAW as well as live mixer.
Correct, they are not. But if you move them, they mimic that on the boss Gigcaster software. But no, not motorised.
How different would this be if you say used a mac with mains stage on and a 4 input soundcard?
You could do that and MainStage has the ability to build what you want! (If it’s good enough for Marc Rebillet then hey! 🤣)
Answering your question - wildly different.
So it can be used as a mixer/sound desk for a live PA AND for live-streaming and recording all at the same time?
Yes yes and yes.
Think it’s probably awesome for streaming but I’m not sure about a gigging use case, very interested to see if you shed any gear in making this work live JP, waiting with interest
Used it last night for a Charity gig. Fed my looper and another mic into it and recorded the whole thing to SD card whilst plugging my phone in and live streaming at the same time.
Here you go - C.A.L.M Charity Gig - Liberty Bell Coffee House
ruclips.net/user/live5XqnCF1HFxA?feature=share
question 3 is it class compliant so that I dont need drivers for a Mac. just plug and for ?
Correct but if you want to take full advantage of the 20in 14out, you need the Gigcaster software which is good. Have a look: ruclips.net/video/OVHK_09ytIs/видео.htmlsi=fkatlI2fMioW32vk
Can this unit punch in an overdub to the final recording. I need the ability to compile intro and outro's to my podcast and need the ability to edit/overdub the final recording.
Great idea but no it’s doesn’t do punch ins or overdubs.
Can this be plugged directly into an iPhone or iPad using a USB-C lightning adapter? I am currently using a separate mixer and audio interface for my streaming app on my iPhone… I’m wondering if this device would do it all
I’m sure it would. I was able to do it with USB-C to USB-A and then had the camera connection kit and used it on my 15 with c-c so I don’t see why that wouldn’t work with the adapter. 👍🏻
Could you run all guitar fx or vocal fx on all 4 input channels?
No. Guitar fx is available on channel 1 only.
The vocal fx is available in all 4.
Thank you so much for this thorough review! I can see from the comments below that you've successfully connected the USB-C to your iPhone. Awesome! That's one big question answered. The second is this: Have you used the "mix minus" feature with your iPhone? Presumably this will work the same as a laptop...? Thanks!
Yeah just remember to use the camera connection kit for iPhone’s.
Not used it yet - gonna be testing it so I’ll keep you informed. Yes it’s meant to work in the same way. 👍🏻
Can you record each track individually?
Can you do loopback mixing as in…
Does the device present multiple USB outputs to the computer that can be assigned to multiple fader channels for mixing, before sending back into the computer?
This looks great I’m after a band in a box , bought a few RCF jmix now got rid of our huge logic system .dynacord is going as well . I’m old school as well but set it and leave it is great . Good review mate .
Two guitarists, using two microphones for singing in a live situation will take up the 4 channels. Can a smart keyboard player go through the auxiliary to add to the band?
It’s like you KNEW what the next video would be!! Spooky! 🤣
ruclips.net/video/AeTBkQ1ask4/видео.html
Very cool... Does it have an aux or monitor output in addition to front of house?
I need separate FOH and IEM outputs
(using tracks with cues running out through the the in ear monitors only)
Good question. Has a main out and there are 4 headphone outs. I’ll test the idea of an IEM output and report back.
Awesome bit of kit and very well presented by yourself I might add. Seriously considering this as a live mixer, solo singer with backing tracks. My concern would be controlling feedback etc. is there any feedback suppression or parametric eq on the output? Any rta, spectrum, or visual representation on the output to identify feedback spikes ?
Hey Alan.
So there is an EQ. On the master out, each channel including USB out as well so you can have a different EQ for your online audience to the main PA.
There is no visual representation of this thou on the board.
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Thanku buddy
Looks good but needs more inputs as two speakers two microphones and then you would need drums guitars and a base but it’s only got 4 inputs you would need at lease 8-10 inputs yea
So physical inputs is 6.
4 combi on the back and one Aux on the front. (The hi-z jack on the front is also input 1) but lots of versatility.
Which one do you think to buy?
rodecaster pro 2 or boss gigcaster 8
What do you want out of the mixer?
Gigcaster has vocal and guitar fx from boss.
Rodecaster is more for podcasts but does have flexibility.
Can I select multiple or even one channel to play in the head phones with the fader being down basically as almost a cue or split cue so I can hear what is playing in a track before brining it up into the main mix output
Yes. Have a look at the Gigcaster Playlist I’ve made - ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=n8_reFa02l4BAPy0
Great! Let's see how this works on my 18 mic.+ metronome+ talkmic online drumlessons. How can i connect my 20 Audient preamps with this "monster"?
I think you might need something bigger unless you want to put your 18 mics into a stereo mix into the Gigcaster. But then I suppose you're using 2 mixers. One for the drums and then one for everything else including talkback and computer interface.
hello, which powerbank do you use? I have tried several and each time I get the “insufficient power” message. thank you for your help and for your great videos!
Legend goes they call this... a... digital mixer? 🙃👍
That they do! 🙌
Exactly!
This is awesome dude im getting this i have the boss br 800 but wow this giga caster is exactly what i need.. can i hook it up to reg studio monitors instead of headphones? Can i jam along to backing tracks also thAnk you for yer time yer great
Yes you can use studio monitors. 👍🏻
Wow.. quite the upgrade from the BR800! Nice 👍🏻
can you plug it into the daw and use it as a midi controller with the fades for example?
Yes 👍 here you go: ruclips.net/p/PLO36LpORUSaaf6R1PaTwqR-WJxsIVLj6K&si=gFR6j9OzeVFNbymu
@@JohnPaulMusicUK cheers it's a pity it only has 4 audio inputs kinda weird the 20 audio interface part where on earth are they all coming from I assume it's in that playlist somewhere. Thanks again. I was looking at the Mackie creator which looks amazing but this does a bunch of different things
How would you use this unit alongside the Boss RC-600? Plug your guitar into the RC-600 then output it into the Boss Gigcaster 8?
I used it like this as a test - ruclips.net/user/shortsnuLPtpxy95U?feature=share
Hi Paul, a little question. Is the Gigcaster 8 the newer version of the populair Boss BR-800, who I have? Nice video by the way. great job
There's always the XR18, MR18, X32, M32, Qu24, Si24 and countless others if you want to do the same with a whole band.
Hope Boss make a ‘family’ of these. 👍🏻
What you didn't mention was how you combined the video and audio. How did you align the audio from the gigcaster to the video? How long did it take you to edit this video? Was it a better experience than previously or about the same? I always hand clap to get the video and audio together, but maybe I am very ignorant. It looks like an amazing tool. I bought a hard disk record to plug into my normal mixer with outboard analogue effects, and just use two condenser mics panned left and right. I try to get the sound right at the start so no further sound editing for the video. Just align and edit the video. BUT, i might forget to press record on the camera or on the recorder, etc etc. Then Im juggling SD cards. But at least there is no fan noise from the computer.
That’s a great question.
So.. here we go:
1) my Sony camera is my talking head camera with an SD card in it and a Rode Video Mic Go 2 attached. That’s the audio you hear first.
2) my iPhone is the top down camera, running Filmic Pro 6
3) the Aston Stealth mic is plugged into the Gigcaster, and the Micro SD card is in that and recording.
4) QuickTime screen recording from the computer whilst plugged into the Mac.
So three audios and 2 videos. No audio from the computer, just the screen recording.
Then I still do 3 claps at the beginning of every take.
Then matched up in LumaFusion and edited on iPad.
Hope that’s helps. 👍🏻
What are the chances you can use the extra physical faders (if you're one man show for example) for different inputs on the computer. Let's say I was on Zoom and wanted chat audio on its own fader. Or if you were gaming and wanted game audio on its own fader, separate from all system sounds.
Interested in trigger different cameras with the pads using obs.
Nice. Can be done! 👍🏻
Will make a video. 👌
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Super thanks!
Dear JP! Thank you for your Detailed Information. I'm a Church Choir Conductor and Keyboard player, And we have in our choir 1 Violin, 1 Acoustic Guitar, 1 Keyboard and 4 SURE SM81 Microphones and 2 SURE SM 58 BETA Dynamic Microphone. Please advise if we can connect all of those to the BOSS wnd use the effects for Vocals and Instruments. the SM81 for the Choir section (SATB) and 2 Dynamic Microphones for the Lead Vocals, plus the instruments. Thank you in advance.
Based on your microphones, you would only be able to connect 4 of them via XLR. Have a look at this video: ruclips.net/video/AeTBkQ1ask4/видео.html
@@JohnPaulMusicUK Thanks for your prompt reply 👍
so i can connect 4 microphones maximum and 4 instruments, right?
Nope. 6 total physical connections which consist of 4x combo jack (for either mic or jack, not both) and then 1x stereo aux mini jack, USB in and Bluetooth in.
Could you do a video with the gigcaster connected to an iPad running Loopy Pro and get Loopy to send patch changes to the effects both vocal and guitar? Great unit and great video thanks,
Cool idea! Leave that with me.
I’m curious… does it work as an interface for iPad / Loopy?
Been looking for something like this for a long while. It was either for Podcasts or for musicians without the features we really need. Been using a Bose T1 small console for 5 years but need something more up to date.
Questions:
1. How would you setup this unit for guys like me that have a one man band show (Guitar, Vocal and backup tracks)
2. Looking to visualize how I can upgrade to my current setup.
3. Any other options you might recommend?
Looking forward to your reply and perhaps your email to ask you a few other questions already have… thanks for this killer video… ✌️
Guitar on 1, Vocal on 2, 3 &4 Stero for the backup tracks from whatever device you play that.
Given it is mainly intended for musicians I assume it doesn't have an auto-mix functionality (for podcasts with multiple talkers)?
I just subscribed and hopefully you are one step close to hitting that 30k mark, thanks to the music repo lady. I own the Tascam Mixcast 4 they seem like cousins, your thoughts?
Hey 👋
Thanks for the sub. Yeah looking at the Tascam, they look very similar.. even the fader options look the same. The recording is 24bit on the Tascam, the Gigcaster is 32 bit. The GigCaster also leans on Boss’ high heritage of effects (guitar and vocal effects).
There are pros and cons to both. 👍
This looks amazing! Great video. For me as a solo artist doing live streams, I also use my RC600 - is there any way to route the effects INTO the looper and then simply plug the guitar into the mixer after the fact? I do love the various effects for vocals (which for my main vocal I don't run it through the 600, but I use a looper mic for harmonies, etc that is separate and that I can loop). I am also wondering how user friendly it is to use with Ecamm Live? Thanks again, JohnPaul!
The as a good shout Christopher. I’ll look into it.
Very good. But only 4 channels in and out is rather limited. A full band will be very limited for playing live.
Yeah depends on what you need. Smaller bands should do fine. Might not be moving up the drummer on this one! 🤣