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Casio RZ‑1 Digital Sampling Rhythm Composer
The Casio RZ‑1 is a landmark drum machine from the mid‑1980s and one of the first affordable rhythm units to feature built‑in sampling. Released in 1986, the RZ‑1 blended digital PCM drum sounds with hands‑on sequencing and user sampling, making it a cult classic among producers and a key player in early hip‑hop, house, and electronic music production.
- 12 Built‑In PCM Drum Sounds: Includes kick, snare, rim, open and closed hi‑hats, clap, cowbell, ride, crash, and three toms, delivering a distinctive lo‑fi digital character that cuts through a mix.
- On‑Board Sampling: Features four user‑assignable sample pads, allowing up to 0.8 seconds of total sampling time (or 0.2 seconds per pad) at a 20 kHz sample rate—perfect for punchy percussion and gritty textures.
- Hands‑On Sequencer: Stores up to 100 patterns and 20 songs, with both step and real‑time programming options for intuitive rhythm creation. [vintagesynth.com], [soundprogramming.net]
- Flexible Mixing & Outputs: Provides ten individual audio outputs and physical level sliders for each sound, offering excellent control when integrating into a studio or live setup.
- MIDI Connectivity: Equipped with MIDI In/Out for synchronisation with other drum machines, sequencers, and synthesisers.
- Iconic Vintage Status: Favoured by early hip‑hop and electronic producers, the RZ‑1 remains prized for its raw sound, creative limitations, and unmistakable digital tone.
Whether you’re building a vintage studio, seeking authentic 1980s digital drum sounds, or adding a true classic to your collection, the Casio RZ‑1 delivers character, creativity, and historical significance in one unmistakable machine.
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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