TASCAM DP-008EX

"Music Sketch Pad" – A Songwriting Tool That Anyone Can Use Battery-Powered Compact Multi-Track Recorder Song ideas can happen anywhere. With the DP-008EX, you'll be ready. Jot down ideas for your songs using this professional sounding multi-track recorder. For extra battery life, you can add TASCAM's BP-6AA external battery pack. Built-In High-Quality Stereo Condenser Microphones – For Easy On-the-Spot Recording The DP-008EX has two condenser microphones built into the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM carefully chose the best sounding microphones for our recorders. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound. Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface – Designed Like an Analog Cassette MTR The DP-008EX is optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, TASCAM's POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy. Ultra Light Weight Design – Carry It With You Everywhere The DP-008EX features ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability.weights only 21.5 oz. (excluding AA batteries) Tuner and Metronome Included The DP-008EX includes a fully functioning chromatic tuner and a metronome. Two Analog Inputs for External Microphones and Electric/Acoustic Guitar The DP-008EX has two inputs with 1/4" jacks, these terminals provide to connect an external microphone, an electric-acoustic guitar and a line-level device like a synthesizer. Cables sold seperately allow you to connect an iPad or other sound device. Flexibility for Music Production Record to SD/SDHC Card (up to 32GB) With High-Speed Data Transfer via USB2.0 The DP-008EX records to widely available SD/SDHC card media (4GB card included). In addition, it can connect to PCs via USB2.0 for high-speed data transferring. All song ideas can be transferred via USB or SD card readers to and from the units at any point in the recording process. Files can be used in DAW software for further editing and production. Quickly Fix/Re-record Tracks with the UNDO/REDO Function Fix performance errors using the Undo and Redo functions. Instant Undo frees you to try new ideas without worrying about erasing your last take. File Import and Export by Wav Format The DP-008EX supports file import/export by Wav format. Also, mono file and stereo file are available. This feature offers various advantages. For example, at first, you import an instrumental song which created by a DAW. Then, your ideas capture by the DP-008EX. After recording, these ideas can export from a DP, you can be editing and mixing raw song data and recorded data on your DAW. Track Edit Function (CUT, CLEAN TRACK, etc) The DP-008EX provides editing features including Copy paste, Copy insert, Move paste, Move insert, Open, Cut, Silence, Clone track, and Clean out. DP-008EX Features: Professional Recording in a Compact Package Two XLR Inputs with +48V Phantom Power The DP-008EX can supply phantom power for condenser microphones, even when operated with AA batteries. (Notice: Operating time becomes shorter when used with phantom power supply. We recommend connecting TASCAM's BP-6AA or a power supply when using phantom power.) Insert Effects for All Inputs The DP-008EX is designed with insert effects for all input channels. Insert effects include EQ, compressor, de-esser and exciter. For Vocal recording, you can use the EQ to boost your desired frequency range, and compress your tracks to normalize your song. 2-Band Shelving EQ for Each Track Demo songs need the same high-quality as final masters. The DP-008EX has adjustable 2-band shelving EQ for each track. The Hi-range EQ can be adjusted from 1.7kHz to 18kHz, and the Low-range EQ from 32Hz to 1.6kHz. Built-in Reverb Effects The DP-008EX has six different types of reverb to help find the ideal space for your song. It's simple to send to the reverb with dedicated control knobs for each track. Reverb effects include: Hall1/2, Room, Studio, Plate1/2. Reverb time and master level can both be adjusted. Built-In Mastering Effects The DP-008EX's built-in mastering effects will provide high-quality master-like file creation without the need for external devices or software. The mastering effects include 2-band EQ, Multi-band compressor and a Normalize effect. Finalize dynamic and powerful-sounding mixes using the DP-008EX's mastering effects. Auto Analysis Mastering Function For Easy Track Mastering Anyone using the DP-008EX can easily master tracks with the Auto Analysis Mastering tool. In one step, select a mastering style, NATURAL or MAXIMUM, then the DP-008EX will calculate the best mastering sound based on analysis of the song data.