Tascam DP-008EX Digital 8-Track Recorder

Tascam DP-008EX Digital 8-Track Recorder

The Tascam DP-008EX is a necessity for all song writers. It has built-in microphones for multi-track recording anytime, anywhere!

Battery Powered Compact Multi-Track Recorder
Song ideas can happen anywhere and with the DP-006 and the DP-008EX you're ready. Jot down all of the key components to your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. Be ready wherever creativity strikes. For elongated battery life these models can connect directly to TASCAM's external battery pack (BP-6AA) via USB.

Built-In High-Quality Stereo Condenser Microphones For Easy On-the-Spot Recording
The DP-006 and the DP-008EX are built with two condenser microphones directly in the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM held many evaluation tests to secure the best sounding microphones and structures. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured you're receiving top-quality, Moreover the DP-006 was designed with a tripod mount for versatile set-up and placement.

Simple and Easy-to-Use Interface Designed Like an Analog Cassette MTR
Both models are optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality. Designed with Analog functionality and dedicated control knobs these POCKETSTUDIOs are the simplest to use songwriting scratchpads on the market.

Ultra Light Weight Design Carry It With You Everywhere In Your Gig-Bag
The DP-006 and the DP-008EX both feature ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability. The DP-006 is 360g, and the DP-008EX is 610g. (Without AA batteries)

Two Analog Inputs for External Microphones and Electric/Acoustic Guitar, etc.
Both models have two input terminals by phone-jack, these terminals provide to connect an external microphone, an electric-acoustic guitar and a line-level device like a synthesizer. If you prepare any conversion cable, a tablet device like a iPad will be able to connect. (Conversion cable is not included)

Record to SD/SDHC Card (up to 32GB), High-Speed Data Transfer via USB2.0
Both models record to widely available SD/SDHC card media (2GB card included). In addition, both models 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 correspondence with DAWs.

Quickly Fix/Re-record Tracks with the UNDO/REDO Function for Worry-Free Recording
Both models supported 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-006 or 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.

File Import and Export by Wav Format
Both models supported 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-006 or 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.

Key Features

• "Music Sketch Pad" Songwriting Quick-Start Anyone Can Use
• Great Flexibility for Post-Production
• Professional Recording with Plentiful Features in a Compact Package

Technical Specs

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
2.4k
Nominal Input Level
-8 dBu
Maximum Input Level
+8 dBu
Line Input
Connector
2 x 1/4" TS unbalanced
Input Impedances
Switchable: 10k mic/line
1M? 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
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%, 32 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 / 7
Mac 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)