Tascam DP-008EX 8 TRACK DIGITAL POCKETSTUDIO

Vendor: Tascam
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...
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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
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/line
1MΩ 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 / 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)