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Fostex D Series

The Fostex D Series recorders, introduced in the early 1990s, marked the company’s move into professional digital multitrack recording. Starting with models such as the D-5, D-10, D-20, and later the D-80 and D-90, the series offered high-quality digital tape and hard-disk recorders aimed at studios transitioning from analogue systems. These machines provided 16-bit or 20-bit linear recording, SMPTE and MIDI synchronisation, and precise editing functions in compact, reliable designs. Known for their clarity, stability, and value, the D Series recorders became popular in project and broadcast studios, providing dependable digital recording performance before computer-based systems became standard.

1990
Audio Recorders
/ Made In Japan

Fostex D-20 Digital Master Recorder

The Fostex D-20 DAT Recorder is a professional DAT-based digital master recorder that delivers reliable two-track recording with full timecode and synchronisation support. Combining digital accuracy with analogue-style operation, it became a trusted solution for mastering and programme recording in studios and broadcast facilities during the early professional DAT era.
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Fostex D-20
1993
Fostex D-10
Audio Recorders
Made In Japan /

Fostex D-10 Digital Master Recorder

The Fostex D-10 is a professional DAT master recorder combining RAM-based instant start operation, advanced editing support, and comprehensive digital and analogue connectivity for broadcast and studio use.
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1994
DAT Recorders
/ Made In Japan

Fostex D-30 Digital Audio Tape Master Recorder

The Fostex D-30 Digital Master Recorder was the pinnacle of DAT recorders for mastering duties, offering every conceivable feature you could think of.
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Fostex D-30
1995
Fostex D-25
DAT Recorders
Made In Japan /

Fostex D-25 Digital Audio Tape Master Recorder

The Fostex D-25 Master Recorder is a professional-grade digital audio recorder designed for high-quality recording and mastering applications. It offers a range of advanced features that make it suitable for use in broadcast, post-production, and mastering environments.
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1995
DAT Recorders
/ Made In Japan

Fostex D-5 Digital Audio Tape Master Recorder

The Fostex D-5 fits both professional and home project studios and offers three sampling frequencies, including a 32 kHz long play mode with up to four hours of continuous recording on 120-minute tape.
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Fostex D-5
1997
Fostex D-15
DAT Recorders
Made In Japan /

Fostex D-15 Digital Audio Tape Recorder

The Fostex D-15 started out as the replacement model for the former D-10, but as you can see from the extensive list of new features and functionality, the D-15 represents a new level of price/performance value in a timecode capable DAT recorder.
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1997
Hard Disc Recorders
/ Made In Japan

Fostex D-90 Digital 8 Track Recorder

Upgrade your studio setup with the Fostex D-90 Digital 8 Track Recorder. Capture every detail of your music with precision and clarity. Explore its intuitive interface and unleash your creativity. Elevate your recording experience today!
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Fostex D-90
1998
Fostex D-160
Hard Disc Recorders
Made In Japan /

Fostex D-160 16 Track Digital Recorder

The Fostex D-160 is a 16-track digital multitrack recorder with eight additional tracks that employs a 3.5-inch E-IDE type removable hard disk as the recording media.
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2002
Hard Disc Recorders
/ Made In Japan

Fostex D2424LV 24 Track Digital Recorder

A computer-based digital multitrack set-up might be fine for studio use, where you can work around limited inputs and complex operational issues, but when it comes to live recording, they simply don’t cut it. Enter the Fostex D2424LV!
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Fostex D2424LV