Tascam DP-008EX 8-Channel POCKETSTUDIO

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Tascam DP-008EX 8-Channel POCKETSTUDIO
Be ready when inspiration strikes with the Tascam DP-008EX 8-Channel POCKETSTUDIO. This highly compact 8-track digital recorder is excellent for capturing industry standard recordings on-the-go.

Dont waste time carrying extra equipment theres no need. The DP-008EX features two state-of-the-art condenser microphones built directly into its interface. Modelled on Tascams premium quality DR series microphones they are excellent for capturing instantaneous stereo recordings without losing your creative spark.

Thanks to its intuitive design youll be spending more time making music than reading the manual. The DP-008EX provides an EQ compressor de-esser and exciter on each input channel. Tweak and sculpt each channel to suit the wants and needs of your production. Theres no compromising creativity with the Tascam DP-008EX 8-Channel POCKETSTUDIO.

Recording on your terms The DP-008EX will empower you. Coming in at only 610g this compact-lightweight interface can easily be fit inside your gig bag or back pack. Whether youre at home on-the-road or even on holiday. Youll be able to lay down ideas wherever you like. This is the ultimate aid for songwriters of any style and ability.

Get it right at source. Your recordings will be optimised thanks to the included chromatic tuner and metronome. These highly useful tools ensure youre in tune and in time so you dont have to waste precious time re-recording at a later date.

Streamline your equipment and workflow The inclusion of a built-in professional stereo condenser makes recording almost effortlessly. The in-built microphone eliminates the need for an endless sea of tangled XLRs and guitar leads. A clean space ensures a clean mind allowing you to focus on whats most important. Making excellent music.

However if youd rather use your own microphones youll be happy to know the DP-008EX is incredibly versatile. Its two combi-jack XLR inputs allow you to use a whole host of tools. Record your guitars and basses direct or connect line-level devices such as drum machines or synthesizers. Should you desire to connect a tablet device to incorporate your favourite soft synths then an optional cable is available.

High speed file transfer The DP-008EX records to widely available SD/SDHC memory cards theres even a 2GB card included. Connect it to your computer with USB 2.0 for high-speed data transferring.

Features Portable ultra-compact and easy-to-use multitrack recorder Simple intuitive user interface Use real knobs and buttons for frequently-used functions or easily navigate through the menu

High-quality recording (44.1kHz/16-bit) Create hits at CD audio quality No moving parts inside mean high reliability and no noise from internal drives etc.

8 recording tracks Record a stereo source or two independent mono sources at once Simultaneous playback of all 8 tracks

Built-in stereo condenser microphone Create stereo recordings from an acoustic instrument or from your environment without any cables Two Mic/Line inputs (XLR/TS combo connectors)

Plug in and record from microphones synths guitars drum machines etc. directly Switchable phantom power for condenser microphones Dedicated Level and Pan controls

Set playback level and pan position for each channel independently Three-band parametric EQ per track two-band parametric EQ on both inputs Boost or attenuate frequency ranges in your sound sources to optimize your overall sound

Dynamic effects on both inputs Editing functions: duplicate or erase tracks copy move or cut parts insert silence Edit your tracks like a pro: tighten your timing cut unwanted noise etc. Undo/Redo feature Up to 500 steps (depending on memory capacity)

Chromatic Tuner/Metronome Tune your instrument precisely and play or sing perfectly in time USB 2.0 port for file transfer to/from computer

Export your stereo mix or individual tracks (WAV files) or back up your song to a computer Import individual tracks (WAV files) or restore backed-up songs from a computer

Power supply by four AA batteries or optional AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520E)

Specifications Audio Performance Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1/-3dB INPUT (MIC/LINE) to LINE OUT) Distortion: Less than 0.05 (INPUT (LINE) to LINE OUT) S/N Ratio: More than 81 dB (INPUT (MIC/LINE to LINE OUT)

Recording Media: SD Card (512MB – 2GB) SDHC Card (4GB – 32GB) File System: TASCAM original (MTR partition) FAT32 (FAT partition)

XLR Connectors: XLR-3-31 (1: GND 2: HOT 3: COLD) BALANCED Input Impedance: 2.4 kohms Nominal Input Level: -8dBu Maximum Input Level: +8dBu

1/4″ TS-Jack Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4″) TS-jack UNBALANCED Input Impedance: 10 kohms or more (INPUT A:MIC/LINE 1M ohm (INPUT A: GUITAR) Nominal Input Level: -10 dBV Maximum Input Level: +6 dBV Headroom: 16 dB

Built-in microphones: Omni-directional condenser microphone x 2 Line Out Connectors: RCA pin-jack Nominal output level: -10 dBV Maximum output level: +6 dBV

Phones Connectors: 3.5mm (1/8″) Stereo Mini Jack Nominal output level: -10dBV Maximum output level: +6 dBV

USB Connectors: USB Mini-B type 4-pin Maximum output level: 20mW+20mW or more (THD+N less than 0.1 32 ohms loaded)

Power: 4 x AA Batteries (Alkaline or nickel-metal battery)

Other Dimensions (mm): W 221 x H 44.3 x D 126.5 Weight (g): 610 (without batteries) Includes: 2 GB SD Card AA Batteries x 4 USB Cable (80cm) Owners Manual Product Code: DP-008EX


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