Tascam DP-03SD Portable 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The DP-03SD is an affordable way to get into Tascam’s famed Portastudio system of making recording simple and affordable for musicians. This 8-track digital recorder captures your music at CD quality to affordable SD cards, and a 4GB card is already included with the recorder. With built-in microphones, effects and mastering, the DP-03SD provides everything musicians need to record and share their music.
A pair of stereo condenser microphones is built into the front panel of the DP-03SD, helpful for capturing a rehearsal, live performance or songwriting ideas. Also included are a pair of high-quality XLR microphone preamps with phantom power for condenser microphones. 6.3-mm line input jacks are also available, and an instrument-level switch allows you to record a guitar or bass without a direct box. A three-button footswitch, the RC-3F, is available for control and punch in.
Routing the inputs to one of the eight tracks is simple, and you can record two at a time until you fill up all eight. A tuner and metronome are built-in for tight-sounding tracks, each with its own dedicated button for quick access. Tracks can be edited with commands like copy/paste, silence, clone and undo. Bouncing is also available, even bouncing all eight tracks down to one or two. There’s even the option to import a WAV file through USB.
Each track has its own send to a stereo reverb processor as well as two-band shelving EQ. Once you’ve perfected your mix with the 45-mm faders, pan knobs, reverb and EQ, record it to the dedicated stereo master track. Your mix can be processed with mastering effects like EQ and limiting for a tight, modern sound. When you’re satisfied, transfer your mix to a computer over USB.
The Tascam DP-03SD is one of the simplest, best-sounding ways to share your music with the world.
Features at a glance
- 8-track digital Portastudio
- Recording/playback at 44.1 kHz, 16 bit using SD/SDHC memory card
- Simultaneous recording of two tracks
- Record in stereo or record two independent mono sources
- Simultaneous playback of eight tracks
- Use dedicated controls on each channel for volume, pan and effect to create a mix
- Dedicated stereo mixdown track
- Mix your song to a stereo file you can transfer to a computer for MP3 encoding
- Built-in stereo condenser microphone
- Create a two-track recording instantly and without cabling
- Two XLR mic inputs with phantom power
- Plug in your favourite studio condenser microphones
- Two TRS line inputs, one switchable to guitar (hi-Z)
- Connect an electrical guitar or bass as well as synths, drum machines etc. directly
- RCA line output
- Connect your monitor amplifier/speakers here
- Headphones output with level control
- Two-band shelving EQ per track and on both inputs
- Set the frequencies the low and high EQ knobs cut or boost depending on your sound sources
- On-board Reverb processor to polish your mixes
- On-board mastering effects
- Get the most out of your mix with two-band EQ, single/multi-band compression and a normalizer to maximise the overall level and improve the sound density
- Auto punch in/out
- Record a marked section while playing or singing without pressing any button
- Track bounce feature
- Use more than eight tracks by creating a mixdown of several tracks to another track
- Workstation-style editing with copy, move, open, cut etc.
- Edit your tracks like a pro: tighten your timing, create loops, cut unwanted noise etc.
- Multi-level undo/redo history
- Undo/redo multiple steps in case you have made a mistake (including the editing functions)
- Location marks
- Set marks to easily locate the start of verses, soli, vocals etc.
- Built-in tuner and metronome
- USB 2.0 port
- Backup/restore projects or import/export wave files from/to a computer
- Nine 45-mm faders
- Selectable foot switch operation mode
- Foot switch with three switches and assignable functions available as an option (RC-3F)
| Product Name | Tascam DP-03SD Portable 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.00 Kg |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +1 dB/–3 dB |
| Power Capacity | 5 W |
| Impedance | 2.4 kΩ |
| Dimensions | 290 mm x 54 mm x 207 mm |
| Manufacturer | Tascam |
| Color | Natural Satin Finish |
| Country of Origin | United Arab Emirates |
