Tascam DP-008EX 8 TRACK DIGITAL POCKETSTUDIO
Description Tascam DP-008EX 8 TRACK DIGITAL POCKETSTUDIO The DP-008EX 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio from Tascam is a compact, battery-powered multitrack recorder, that is professionally designed featuring two built-in omnidirectional condenser microphones and WAV file resolution up to 16-bit/44.1kHz. Additionally, two balanced XLR inputs and two unbalanced 1/4" TS inputs is capable to be used for recording mic, line or Hi-Z instrument signals. The XLR inputs comes with switchable +48V Phantom power. It comes designed along with analog functionality and dedicated control knobs, the DP-008EX is ideal for on-the-spot recording. A Mini USB 2.0 output facilitates high-speed file transfer to your Mac or PC. The DP-008EX comes featuring an onboard effects on all its input channels. Compressor, 2-band shelving EQ, de-esser and exciter are available on each track. Additionally, the DP-008EX comes with six different types of reverb built-in. Mastering effects for the stereo mix are also included, it is capable to offer 2-band EQ, multi-band compression and normalizing. An Auto Analysis Mastering tool is also included, which makes the process easy, just choose between Natural or Maximum. The DP-008EX is designed capable of providing a line output on a stereo pair of RCA jacks, as well as an 1/8" stereo headphone output. An integrated chromatic tuner and metronome is intended for helping you to perfect your performance. For elongated battery life, the DP-008EX is amde compatible with Tascam's BP-6AA external battery pack. It is also capable to be powered by the PS-P520 AC adapter. Both alternative powering solutions are sold separately. Versatile Recording and Data Transfer The DP-008EX can record, import and export 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV files. It is compatible with both mono and stereo files. Recording Media Included The DP-008EX records WAV files to SD/SDHC cards up to 32GB, a 2GB card is included. High-speed data transfer is available through the onboard USB 2.0 port. Your files can then be imported to your favorite DAW. Recording / Playback Engines The DP-008EX can record 2 mono tracks or 1 stereo track simultaneously. It offers up to 8 tracks of simultaneous playback. Dedicated stereo master track available Selectable low/high microphone sensitivity Independent level / pan / reverb send controls per track Backlit 128 x 64 dot-matrix LCD Direct locate function by jog-wheel Undo / Redo function Track editing functions Backup and restore songs Specifications Recording Specifications Recording Media SD/SDHC card (up to 32GB) File System TASCAM original (MTR partition)FAT32 (FAT partition) Microphone Inputs Connectors 2 x XLR balanced Input Impedance 2.4kΩ Nominal Input Level -8 dBu Maximum Input Level +8 dBu Line Input Connector 2 x 1/4" TS unbalanced Input Impedances Switchable:≥ 10kΩ mic/line1MΩ guitar Nominal Input Level -10 dBV Maximum Input Level +6 dBV Headroom 16 dB Built-In Microphone Specifications Type 2 x omni-directional condenser microphone Line Output Connector 2 x RCA phono (1 x L/R) Nominal Output Level -10 dBV Maximum Output Level +6 dBV Headphone Output Connector 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini Maximum Output Level ≥ 20 mW per side(THD+N less than 0.1%, 32Ω loaded) Audio Performance Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +1/-3 dB Distortion < 0.05% Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 81 dB USB Connectivity USB Connector 1 x USB Mini-B 4-pin Format USB 2.0 high speed mass storage class Operating System Requirements Windows XP / Vista / 7Mac OS X 10.2 or later General Specifications Power Requirements 4 x AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately) Battery Life (approx.) 5.5 hrs alkaline, 6.5 hrs NiMH (using line input/recording)6 hrs alkaline, 7 NiMH (using headphone/playback) Power Consumption 2.4W maximum Operating Temperature Range 41 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) Dimensions (W x H x D) 8.7 x 1.74 x 5" (221 x 44.3 x 126.5 mm) Weight 1.34 lb (610 g)