Tascam DP-008EX 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio

The DP-008EX 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio from Tascam is a compact, battery-powered multitrack recorder, 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 can be used to record mic, line or Hi-Z instrument signals. The XLR inputs have switchable +48V Phantom power. Designed 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 features 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 has six different types of reverb built-in. Mastering effects for the stereo mix are also included, offering 2-band EQ, multi-band compression and normalizing. An Auto Analysis Mastering tool is also included, making the process easy, just choose between Natural or Maximum.

The DP-008EX provides 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 help you perfect your performance. For elongated battery life, the DP-008EX is compatible with Tascam's BP-6AA external battery pack. It can also be powered by the PS-P520 AC adapter. Both alternative powering solutions are sold separately.

• Eight mono tracks
• CD-quality recording (16bit/44.1kHz)
• Two tracks simultaneous recording/ eight tracks simultaneous playback
• Dedicated stereo master track available
• Record to SD/SDHC card (Up to 32GB)
• 2 Built-in omni-directional condenser microphones
• Microphone sensitivity can be selected from 2-positions (Low/High)
• Two TS 1/4" or XLR mic/line inputs
• INPUT A can connect high-impedance instrument directly (Like an electric-guitar)
• Phantom power supply
• Independent LEVEL/PAN/Reverb SEND knobs for each track
• Two RCA unbalanced line inputs
• 20mW/ch headphone output
• Footswitch ready with polarity switching (Notice: can't use RC-3F)
• 128x64 dot-matrix LCD with backlight
• Four AA batteries operation up to 6.5 hours (When recording, using the eneloop battery)
• Insert effects for input channels (2-band shelving EQ, compressor, exciter, de-esser)
• Mastering effects (2-band shelving EQ, multi-band compressor, normalize)
• Auto analysis mastering function
• 2-band shelving EQ for each track
• Reverb effects (Hall1/2,Room,Studio,Plate1/2)
• Optional AC adapter ready (TASCAM PS-P520)
• Can connect an external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA)
• Direct locate function by jog-wheel
• Repeat playback between IN/OUT point
• Track edit functions（COPY PASTE, COPY INSERT, MOVE PASTE, MOVE INSERT, OPEN, CUT, SILENCE, CLONE TRACK, CLEAN OUT)
• Bounce function allows recording of more six tracks
• UNDO/REDO(UNDO HISTORY) function
• Chromatic tuner and metronome included
• High-speed data transfer by USB2.0 connection
• Backup and restore songs
• File import/export by Wav format (mono/stereo)
• Export stereo master file as stereo wav format
• 4GB SD card included