Alesis hr16 instruction manual 31 pages high sample rate 16 bit digital drum machine, multi track midi recorder. But flaws aside, the hr 16 was a genuinely highquality drum machine at a great price back in the day, and it has aged like so. If 16 sounds are playing and you ask the sr16 to play another one, the sound thats closest to finishing its decay cycle will be stolen so that the most recent sound can be played. How do i sync a drum machine alesis hr16 in reaper. As i do not have an hr16b to test with, i cannot unfortunately verify it. The sr16 can play up to 16 voices at a time, so its possible to run out of voices if you play a flurry of notes and have lots of pads in the multi assign mode. Ive got the service manual, but it doesnt mention low volume output. Im wondering if the issue is related to the lf347n op amps.
It will allow you to add your own samples and sample names. Youll find enough builtin rhythmic variations with a, b and two fill sections for composing complete arrangements, and you can create and save your own customized patterns and songs. Dec 16, 2014 the second hr16 video ive done using most of the sounds of the original unit in several patterns. So would it be a midi cable out of the hr 16, into the interface.
But flaws aside, the hr16 was a genuinely highquality drum machine at a great price back in the day, and it has aged like so. Our manuals and quick start guides provide comprehensive, easytounderstand instructions on using. I think i would need the how tos to set up the midi from the drum machine in a way that the pc can recognize. The alesis hr16 was more expensive than the contemporary roland tr626, the kawai r50 or the yamaha rx17, but it wiped the floor with the lot of them in sonic terms, and arguably, its sound wiped the floor with much more pricey machines too. At the same time, legacy alesis products like the sr 16 drum machine, continue to be produced and sold more than 20 years after their introduction. Is there a step by step out there on how this is accomplished. While we have heard many complaints regarding tape backup, we have actually found very few actual tape failures. Together with the hr16b reference manual, this document provides a complete description of the functionality and serviceability of these machines. The sr 16 features 50 preset patterns that were actually played in by top studio drummers, not just programmed and quantized. Most of the complaints arise from user error, so below is a list of. View online or download alesis hr 16 instruction manual. Alesis sr16 saving and sending sysex data this guide walks through loading midi sysex data to or from your alesis sr16 using your computer. While the repair manual states that the power adapter for the hr1616b is 9vac, the hr16 i have sitting here also came with the 10vac alesis adapter, and works fine with it.
The sr16 editor was written by ken stephenson of namesoft computer and music services pty. With 49 sounds including 10 kicks, 7 snares and a complete ethnic set all of which are 16 bit samples this drum machine is a. Before contacting alesis technical support, we recommend searching our product support knowledge base to see if a solution to your particular problem has already been published. A few years back i picked up an alesis hr16 for cheap, and it functions perfectly, except for the volume. The information below is referenced directly from the alesis hr 16 hr 16b service manual. Go to pattern 1 go to this to start a new pattern choose a time signature on the side of the machine such as 44 then, press record the button should be red right after you press record, press the play button. Rare alesis hr 16 high sample rate 16 bit vintage drum machine wmanual works. View online or download alesis hr16 instruction manual. Once your hardware is registered, your software download links and any necessary authorization codes will appear in your alesis. Rare alesis hr16 high sample rate 16 bit vintage drum machine wmanual works.
Give your 90s digital drum machine a new lease of life with classic 80s 8bit drum sounds. The hr16 stormed the drum machine world just as alesiss digital xt reverb had done with outboard gear a few years earlier. B drum machine, or intend to buy one, or just need informations about them. And then i can program drums on the hr 16 as i would normally. Alesis hr 16, 16b two revolutionary dum boxes from alesis, coming in about 19889 i think they offered very cheap at the time quality 16 bit samples of realsounding drums, and where a big leap forward from the older pcm sampled grot boxes. Any pad can have any sound assigned to it, so there should be no real problem in arranging the kit as you want it. The sounds are not really editable, just a detune function that. This drum machine was the predecessor to the venerable sr16 which is still being manufactured after more than 10 years from its release an eternity in the world of musical technology, and was marketed together with the mmt8 sequencer. The hr16b eprom editor software is now available for download. Buy alesis sr16 studiograde standalone drum machine with onboard. Unfollow alesis hr16 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. View and download alesis hr16 instruction manual online. Unfollow alesis hr 16 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
A custom rom available to buy for the hr16 of 80s electronic drum sounds. All 49 sounds are replaced with a selection of linn lm1, linndrum, linn 9000, oberheim dmx, oberheim dx, sequential circuit. The powersupply design is robust enough that either 9 or 10vac should work fine. Together with the hr16b reference manual, this document. I will tell you how to make a beat on the alesis hr16. I want to use my alesis hr16 as a click track and have the tempo driven from pro tools. The issue is the creation of the midi file from the hr16 drum machine to the pc. Notably, whilst dealers offered significant discounts on the retail prices of most competing machines. The hr 16 stormed the drum machine world just as alesis s digital xt reverb had done with outboard gear a few years earlier. Alesis hr16 high sample rate 16bit drum machine reverb. Remembering the alesis hr16 drum machine planet botch. Alesis was kind enough to put the os and sample chips in sockets for easy.
View and download alesis hr 16 instruction manual online. While we have heard many complaints regarding tape backup, we. Both faders are smooth, and all buttons work, aside from the claps key being slightly wobbly still functional. Try these steps to possibly get temporary access to your data. A new yahoo group started up for hr16 and hr16b users. It covers some of the possible user errors which occur when using the tape functionality. Jun 26, 2017 but flaws aside, the hr16 was a genuinely highquality drum machine at a great price back in the day, and it has aged like so. Today, alesis is the fastestgrowing brand in drums, and it continues expansion into new product categories in mobile musicmaking, recording, video, and live sound. Ive done this many times in the past but i dont know exactly how the engineer went about setting it up. Then, since the interface is connected to the computer via usb, the pads of the hr 16 can somehow be made to play ultrabeat sounds. It is a quick and efficient way of layering drum sounds to create thicker drum textures and gives the user wide capabilities for experimenting with new, personalized drum sounds. Alesis has an official website for support and promotion of the fusion hd series.
The sr16 features 50 preset patterns that were actually played in by top studio drummers, not just programmed and quantized. How to make a beat on the alesis hr16 audiofanzine. At alesis, while our products range from keyboards, synthesizers, hard disk recorders, ipod recording and playback devices, electronic drums, mixers, signal processors, effects units, amplifiers and speakers one thing remains consistent. It is an application for generating custom eproms for the alesis hr16 and hr16b drum machines. Alesis hr16 power supply i have an alesis hr16 drum machine laying around, but its power supply has been lost. I dont post around here too often, but im in need of some serious tech advice. Free alesis hr16b drum pack for ableton live by cluster sound.
With 49 sounds including 10 kicks, 7 snares and a complete ethnic set all of which are 16 bit samples this drum machine is a great bargain. This indicates a hard drive failure, your masterlink will need service. This will let you know whether you have the enhanced software or not. Alesis sr 16 saving and sending sysex data this guide walks through loading midi sysex data to or from your alesis sr 16 using your computer. The sounds are not really editable, just a detune function that should be used sparingly, but effect. The sr 16 editor was written by ken stephenson of namesoft computer and music services pty.
Selling a drum machine i purchased on ebay about a year ago. This means that you can have a maximum of 16 sounds up and running simultaneously, one per pad. A new yahoo group started up for hr 16 and hr 16b users. Together with the hr 16 b reference manual, this document provides a complete description of the functionality and serviceability of these machines. Alesis hr16b eprom editor software now available gearslutz. Hr16 custom sample rom software is available for free noncommercial. Today, alesis is the fastestgrowing brand in drums, and it continues expansion into new product categories in mobile musicmaking, recording, video. A few years back i picked up an alesis hr 16 for cheap, and it functions perfectly, except for the volume. Youll find enough builtin rhythmic variations with a, b and two fill sections for composing complete arrangements, and you can create and. It is an application for generating custom eproms for the alesis hr 16 and hr 16b drum machines.
Has been serviced to fix recordingplayback function. I prefer the sounds of the hr16b, but these are okay, better than the bad boys from yamaha. The information below is referenced directly from the alesis hr16hr16b service manual. It is a quick and efficient way of layering drum sounds to create thicker drum textures and gives the user wide capabilities for experimenting with. Alesis hr16 specifications, pictures, prices, links. It needs 9v ac with a 3,5mm minijack style connector. Should you experience problems with the sr 16 and call alesis for technical support, it is important to know which software your machine is using.
This drum machine was the predecessor to the venerable sr 16 which is still being manufactured after more than 10 years from its release an eternity in the world of musical technology, and was marketed together with the mmt8 sequencer. But the hr 16 has its own sequencer with 100 patterns and 100 songs available. This can be useful if you need to save your kits, patterns, or songs. A custom rom available to buy for the hr 16 of 80s electronic drum sounds.
Sync alesis hr16 wpro tools as click recording forums. There are no guarantees that this will work, but you might be able to get the drive to work long enough to get your projects off of the drive. The studio i am going to do this in is running an older version of pro tools 8. I want to use my alesis hr 16 as a click track and have the tempo driven from pro tools. The user should only attempt the limited service or. Abn 31 070 092 812 we would like to thank the alesis corporation for their support of our software. If 16 sounds are playing and you ask the sr 16 to play another one, the sound thats closest to finishing its decay cycle will be stolen so that the most recent sound can be played. But the hr16 has its own sequencer with 100 patterns and 100 songs available. The sr 16 can play up to 16 voices at a time, so its possible to run out of voices if you play a flurry of notes and have lots of pads in the multi assign mode. At the same time, legacy alesis products like the sr16 drum machine, continue to be produced and sold more than 20 years after their introduction. Ok, i have an old alesis hr 16 drum machine and ive gotten it to work in reaper.
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