The Roland VS-2480 is not alone in the marketplace as a portable studio with digital recording and mixing capabilities. However, its functionality is revolutionary with a self-contained 24-track recorder and mixer with professional-level sound and editing capabilities. This 29-pound system fits easily on a desk or tabletop, and contains everything necessary to transform raw musical performance into a finished product, including 24-bit recording and 64-bit mixing with motorized faders and an included LCD monitor and mouse for easy editing with the system‘s onboard software. Effects include microphone and guitar amp modeling for a wide range of sounds, and a mastering tool kit is included for creating professional recordings.