Digitech introduced the original JamMan looper pedal in the early 1990s, revolutionizing the way musicians create and perform with loops. Building on the legacy of the original JamMan, which revolutionized looping nearly three decades ago, the Solo HD takes things to a new level. With modern enhancements and a compact design that fits right into any setup, the Solo HD looks to be a solid and functional classic looper.
Main Features
- Stereo Looping: 35 minutes of stereo looping time
- Expandable Memory: SD card slot for adding up to 16 hours of additional recording
- JamSync: Connect multiple JamMan Solo HDs and create the ultimate multi-track looper
- USB connectivity: Easily transfer loops to and from your PC with the included JamManager HD loop librarian software
- Ten premium quality drum tracks: Performed by Pat Mastelotto of King Crimson
Why You’ll Love It
The JamMan Solo HD is a powerhouse of creativity stuffed into a little box. Its internal memory of 35 minutes will ensure you never run out of space for your loops, and with storage capabilities of up to 16 hours, your loops can extend indefinitely. The JamSync feature enables linking several units, giving birth to seamless multi-track looper experiences—ideal for live performances or complex recording sessions.
USB connectivity allows you to interface with JamManager HD software to organize and store your loops. For example, the great drum patterns by Pat Mastelotto (King Crimson) make your music sound professional. The JamMan Solo HD has precise BPM control, aux input, and robust A/D D/A converters to ensure your every loop sounds fantastic and is in perfect time.
How It Stacks Up
With an improved codec, JamSync capability, and expanded memory with an SD card, among other features, including time-stretching, the JamMan Solo HD goes a step further in providing a great experience for looping—a choice pick for any musician. Be it the ability to link multiple units or include professional drum tracks, there are a few features which you don’t see in other loopers on the market.
The Boss RC-5 springs to mind. On one hand, the JamMan Solo HD offers more onboard memory and the ability to expand storage with an SD card, giving you significantly more recording time. Additionally, the JamMan Solo HD’s JamSync feature allows for seamless integration of multiple units, which is something the Boss RC-5 lacks. The inclusion of professional drum tracks by Pat Mastelotto also adds a unique touch that sets the Solo HD apart. On the other hand, the Boss RC-5 features a more compact size and a colour display, which some users might prefer for ease of navigation.
If you are a guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, or vocalist and love looping, the JamMan Solo HD is a compact and affordable option worth keeping an eye out for and trying!
Features
- Compact stereo looper with up to 16 hrs of looping time with a microSD card.
- (35 mins. of on-board memory)
- JamSync – automatically synchronizes multiple JamSync-enabled loopers
- USB to transfer loops to and from your PC using free JamManager HD loop librarian software
- 10 high-quality drum tracks recorded by Pat Mastelotto of King Crimson
- Dial in BPMs & Aux input
Specifications
- A/D D/A Converters Low- Noise 216 kHz 32-bit AD/DA
- Dimensions 5” x 2.75” x 2.1” (L x W x H)
- Weight ~0.8 lbs
- Sample Rate 44.1 kHz
- Input(s) 2 X ¼” Instrument
- ¼” 3-button footswitch
- Output(s) 2 x ¼” Instrument (L/R)
- Other I/O USB
- Chassis Material Metal
- Software Looper Librarian: JamManager™ HD
