Although the smaller size means the hardware pads are not present, users are still able to trigger sounds and control effects thanks to the inclusion of virtual pads which utilise the device’s touchscreen. But thankfully, Boss have uploaded a comprehensive Quick Start tutorial series on their Youtube channel. Boss have announced the upcoming release of the Gigcaster 5 and Gigcaster 8, a pair of new audio streaming mixers aimed at musicians creating online audio and video content. Dunno, I haven’t spent much time looking at them and won’t be getting one, was just my initial impression that the Rode had a more flexible set of features. Broadcast-quality XLR mic sounds, low-noise preamps and wide dynamic range ensure your recordings are crystal clear.

On the output side, there’s a stereo jack pair and four stereo mini-jack headphone outputs (one in front and three in back).To give you a quick rundown of the setup here: I have a Roland SP404 MkII (‘The Magic Box’) that I use for music, sound effects and voice clips, going into the stereo input of the Gigcaster 5. Each mixer channel offers sound-shaping options for professional mixing on the fly, while multi-channel USB communication offers flexibility for various streaming applications and remote guests. Use the powerful effects preset library to quickly access studio-grade processing for any connected source.

And with the integrated USB audio interface, you can use Gigcaster with all your favorite music production and livestreaming software.And with its 32-bit processor and 48kHz sampling rate providing rich, detailed sound for everything that passes through the Gigcaster, you can be sure of immaculate clarity in your content. Hotjar sets this cookie to ensure data from subsequent visits to the same site is attributed to the same user ID, which persists in the Hotjar User ID, which is unique to that site. For musicians or casters that are focused on performing rather than audio tweaking, Boss's array of footswitches, expression pedals and GA-FC EX foot controller lets you influence the GCS-5 from afar. It delivers all the tools you need for professional sound in a single desktop interface, along with quick-access live control via faders, knobs, eight assignable pads, and a vivid color touchscreen. The GCS-5 Gigcaster's mic inputs feature phantom power and high-grade preamps with low noise to ensure sparkling clarity and vocal articulation.

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You can go even further with the Gigcaster 8 App, tweaking various parameters on your computer’s screen as you work. With versatile preset patches and user locations for storing custom-built setups, you’ll have no shortage of inspiration. You can mix up to five sources as you stream, including background music and sound from a remote guest or student.

In addition, we have a library of Owner’s Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. As well as phantom power for condenser microphones, vocal FX from the renowned VE Series come built in, giving you access to effects such as compression, pitch correction, delay, reverb, key-based harmonies, and even voice-transformers and console effects. The Gigcaster 8 has eight touch pads (again, a coincidence, I’m sure) to trigger sounds and effects, while on the 5, the same functionality is controlled via the touchscreen after pressing the ‘Effects’ button. And if you need to quickly insert an audio effect for your show, customisable onscreen effect pads give you dynamic options for spicing up content. Equipped with four XLR/TRS combo inputs, the Gigcaster 8 accommodates additional gear and collaborative performances.The Gigcaster 5's streamlined approach is ideal for users that don't require physical effect pads or the extra three channels. Whether you're shredding on electric, slapping on a bass or strumming on acoustic, the Gigcaster 8's powerful multi-FX engine can voice your tone.