Boss DR-550 Dr. Rhythm Drum Machine - Used

Type: Used
Condition: Very Good

Used Boss DR-550 Dr. Rhythm Drum Machine in very good condition. 

Built with an ultra-compact design, streamlined 12-button effect interface and a total bank of 48 available sounds, the Boss DR-550 Dr. Rhythm is a powerful option in the world of entry-level drum machines. Capable of fills and shuffles with 32nd notes and triplets available in programming, the DR-550 also sports five bass and six snare sounds with the option for timbre selection to develop an arsenal of beats and patterns. More than just a practice tool for guitarists, this powerful little beatbox is an excellent companion for bedroom producers and old-school DJs alike.

Equipped with PCM-sound source that provides 16-bit dynamic range. With 48 different types of high quality sounds, the unit fits in readily with any genre of music, whether it be rock, pops, latin, rap, or whatever.

Any desired changes in sounds can be made by altering the settings for Tone Color, Decay, Assign Type, Level, Accent Follow, and Pan. Moreover, a single sound can be assigned to multiple key pads, with each carrying different settings so you have a full spectrum represented for the sound.

In addition to 64 preset patterns, another 64 original rhythm patterns (programmable patterns) can be created.

Songs can be made by joining rhythm patterns. (maximum of 160 measures per song) Up to 8 such songs can be created. Moreover, by chaining songs together, a maximum of 1,280 measures (160 measures x 8 songs) can be played in succession.

Provided with a MIDI IN connector, so it can be played while synchronized with a sequencer, or can be used as an extra sound module in tandem with another rhythm machine.

Equipped with a tape interface, allowing for storage of performance data on audio cassette tapes.

48 Internal Sounds
16-Bit Dynamic Range
Produce up to 12 Notes Simultaneously
64 Preset Rhythm Patetrns
64 Programable Rhythm Patterns
LCD Display 
Tempo Indicator
Compatible with Cassette Tapes
R/L (MONO) Stereo Out Jacks
Headphones Jack
Tape Save/Load Jack
MIDI IN Connector

Dimensions: 7.38" (W) x 6.19" (D) x 1.63" (H)
Weight: 1 lb 2 oz

SN: IC9812