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Tascam Portacapture X8 High Resolution Recorder

MFR# PORTACAPTUREX8
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$499.00
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Included Items:

Portacapture X8 , AA alkaline batteries (4), Owner's Manual (including warranty), TASCAM ID registration guide


  • Intuitive Launcher system using a 3.5-inch color touch panel display
  • Recording applications such as basic multi-track recording, podcasting, music, voice (interviews, vlog), field recording, ASMR and more
  • 4 XLR/TRS locking combo jack MIC/LINE inputs with individual phantom power supply (24V/48V) and in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps
  • Supports up to 192kHz/ 32-bit float point recording
  • Detachable 14.6mm large-diaphragm condenser mics for both A-B position and X-Y position
  • Includes 8-in/2-out USB audio interface function
    ※Internal mics can be used as a USB audio source
    ※Internal recording to SD card is available while the unit is functioning in USB audio interface mode
  • Internal multi-track recording up to 8 tracks (6 tracks + 2 mix)
  • TASCAM Portacapture Control app for wireless remote control via mobile devices (with optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter)
  • Dual recording mode enables each track to be recorded in a different file format
  • Equipped with a variety of functions such as low-cut filter, compressor, limiter, auto-gain control, reverb, noise gate and normalize
  • CAMERA/EXT input allows audio recorded on a camera to be monitored and also supports audio input of wireless microphones and more
  • CAMERA/LINE output with attenuation function allows for sending audio to external devices like cameras, etc.
  • Audio monitoring is possible with either headphone output or the built-in speaker
  • Supports micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC (up to 512GB) recording media
  • Equipped with a Mark function and slate tone function
  • Powered by 4 AA batteries, USB bus power, or optional AC adapter (PS-P520U)
  • Support multi-language menu display (English, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Russian)

New generation high-res Multi-track Handheld Recorder

Featuring 192kHz/ 32-bit floating point recording technology, a 3.5 inch color touchscreen display for enhanced operational visibility, large format internal detachable mics to accommodate a variety of recording applications, six setup modes each with instant optimized settings, internal 8-track recording, and more, the new Portacapture X8 provides the new standard for portable multi-track recording, podcasts, music capture, voice capture for interviews and vlogs, and field recording to name a few applications.

The new Launcher system and 3.5-inch color touch panel allow smooth navigation to select the best audio settings that match the application. Taking advantage of these presets, users will have more time to focus on the actual recording without the need to struggle with complicated settings.

The Portacapture X8 uses an app-like set of configurations that optimize the unit for various recording tasks, including multi-track recording, voice capture for interviews, podcasts, music recording, field recording, and ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) for capturing those unusual / sensory related sounds. Combined with the recorder's intuitive Launcher system and the incorporated 3.5-inch color touch panel display, the Portacapture X8 provides users with more time to focus on the actual recording without having to struggle with complicated settings.

The Portacapture X8 comes with two large 14.6mm diameter built-in condenser microphones. With the TASCAM developed HDDA mic preamps, these microphones are well suited for high quality audio recording. For easy setting of the available A-B and X-Y microphone patterns, the Portacapture X8 offers a detachable mechanism for easy configuration. For various applications and convenience, there are AK-DR series optional accessories that include an adapter for DSLR camera attachment, audio routing cables, a power supply, and more.

The TASCAM Portacapture X8 provides a wealth of DSP capability that dramatically outpaces the competition. This includes Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Noise Gate, Reverb, Auto Gain Control, and more. Equally notable, wireless remote control is possible via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android). This is achieved by downloading the TASCAM Portacapture Control app from either the Apple store or Google play and using the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth dongle with the Portacapture X8.

With its 2 built-in large format stereo mics, 4 XLR inputs with support for both mic and line-level, AUX-IN, LINE OUT, and CAMERA IN/OUT terminals, the Portacapture X8 provides an abundance of IN/OUT choices for multiple recording scenarios. It should also be noted that the 3.5mm CAMERA EXT/IN connector also supports audio input of wireless microphones and more. Additionally, the Portacapture X8 is equipped with a CAMERA/LINE output with an attenuation function that allows for sending audio to external devices such as cameras.

Together with its multi-track record capability of 8 tracks (6 tracks plus 2 mix) and its 8-IN / 2-OUT USB Type C audio interface with support for USB bus power, the Portacapture X8 is a full-featured powerful handheld recorder both on its own or with a computer. Audio monitoring is possible via either the unit's headphone output or the built-in speaker and the recorder also provides both mark and slate tone functions. Supported recording media includes micro SD, micro SDHC, and micro SDXC cards up to 512GB capacity.

USB Audio Interface Function With No Driver Needed

Utilizing plug-and-go driverless functionality, the Portacapture X8 can be used as a compact mixer with built-in microphones for live streaming via OBS or similar platforms, and also offers direct recording of video narration and dialogue directly to DAW and editing software. The Portacapture X8 streams up to 8 tracks (6 inputs and 2mix) through USB. By supporting the USB Type-C Power Delivery standard, Portacapture X8 can provide phantom power to each external mic at once with USB bus power. For video or audio conferencing, use the Portacapture X8 as your USB microphones and even record the audio simultaneously.

Premium Large Format Built-in Microphones

The Portacapture X8 comes with two 14.6mm diameter built-in microphones, the largest in our lineup. Employing a detachable mechanism, both L and R microphones can be flexibly attached/detached from the main unit to form A-B / True X-Y mic patterns.

Wireless Remote Control via Optional Bluetooth Adapter and Original App

Wireless remote control is possible via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets (iPad and Android devices) using the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth dongle and the Portacapture Control app, which can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store or Google Play.

Multi-track Recording Up to 8 tracks (6 tracks + 2 mix)

The Portacapture X8 can simultaneously record up to 8 tracks in total (6 tracks + 2 mix). From monaural audio recording to multi-track music recording, the Portacapture X8 can be flexibly adapted for a wide range of applications. For the XLR/TRS inputs, TASCAM know-how utilizing the in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps - enables high-quality audio recording.

4 XLR/TRS Combo Jacks With External MIC/LINE Connectivity and Camera in/out

With its 2 built-in stereo mics, 4 XLR inputs with support for both mic and line-level*, EXT-IN, LINE OUT, and CAMERA IN/OUT connections, the Portacapture X8 is a versatile portable recorder with an abundance of IN/OUT choices.

Flexible Configuration With Cold Shoe/ Tripod Screw Connectors

The unit's external mechanism provides flexible functionality. Portacapture X8 can be easily mounted on top of cameras and tripods, and be combined with AV rigs. The rear cold shoe mount also makes it possible to attach mic holders and/or wireless receivers.

*Adapters and cables not included

Recorder specifications
Recording media microSD cards (64MB - 2GB), microSDHC cards (4GB - 32GB), microSDXC cards (48GB - 512GB)
Recording / playback formats
WAV (BWF) 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz, 16/24-bit, 32-bit float
MP3 44.1k/48kHz, 128k/192k/256k/320kbps
Number of channels
Input channels 6 channels maximum
Recording tracks 8 tracks maximum (6 tracks, stereo mix)
Analog audio input ratings
Mic inputs (unbalanced)
Input jacks 1-2(support plug-in power)
Connectors 3.5mm (1/8") Mini TRS jacks
Maximum input level +1dBV
Minimum input level -69.3dBV
Input impedance 85kΩ or higher
Mic inputs (balanced)
Input jacks 3-6(input set to "MIC")
Connectors

XLR-3-31 equivalent(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
6.3mm(1/4") standard TRS jacksInput(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Note: phantom power supported by XLR only
Maximum input level +2dBu
Minimum input level -75dBu
Input impedance 2.2kΩ or higher
Input jacks 3-6(Input set to "LINE")
Connectors

XLR-3-31 equivalent(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
6.3mm(1/4") standard TRS jacksInput(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Nominal input level +4dBu (GAIN:min)
Maximum input level +24dBu
Minimum input level -53dBu
Input impedance 9kΩ or higher
Line input (unbalanced)
EXT IN jack
Connectors 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack
Nominal input level -10dBV (GAIN:min)
Maximum input level +10dBV
Minimum input level -48dBV
Input impedance 8.5kΩ or higher
Analog audio output
Line output (unbalanced)
LINE OUT jack
Connectors 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack
Nominal output level -14dBV
Maximum output level +6dBV
Output impedance 200Ω
Headphone output
Headphone jack
Connectors 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack
Maximum output 45mW + 45mW
(THD+N 0.1% or less, into 32Ω)
Built-in speaker 0.4W (mono)
Control input/output ratings
USB port
Connectors USB Type-C
Format USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
Bluetooth® device connector For Bluetooth® adapter (AK-BT1) only
Power 4 AA batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH or Lithium-ion)
USB bus power from a computer
TASCAM PS-P520U AC adapter (sold separately)
Power consumption 7.5W (maximum)
Dimensions 83 (W) × 205.6 (H) × 41.5 (D) mm
※including protrusions
Weight 16.65 ounces / 13.44 ounces (with/without batteries)
Operating temperature range 0 - 40°C
Included Included mics × 1 (left / right pair)
AA alkaline batteries × 4
Owner's Manual (including warranty) × 1
TASCAM ID registration guide × 1

Note: 0dBV=1Vrms, 0dBu=0.775Vrms

Battery operation time (continuous operation)

batteries Use conditions Operation time
Using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics)
Phantom power unused
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 11 hours
Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics) and 5/6
Phantom power used (+48V, 3mA×2 load)
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 5.5 hours
Using Ni-MH battery (eneloop) Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics)
Phantom power unused
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 9.5 hours
Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics) and 5/6
Phantom power used (+48V, 3mA×2 load)
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 5.5 hours
Using lithium-ion batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium) Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics)
Phantom power unused
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 18 hours
Input through input jacks 1/2 (included mics) and 5/6
Phantom power used (+48V, 3mA×2 load)
STEREO WAV (BWF) / 44.1kHz
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on
About 10 hours
Note: When using phantom power, the operation time might be reduceddepending on the mic being used.

Audio performance

Frequency response
Input jacks 1–6and EXT IN jack to PCM data 20Hz - 20kHz at 48kHz: +0 / -0.3dB (JEITA)
20Hz - 60kHz at 192kHz: +0 / -2.5dB (JEITA)
S/N ratio
Input jacks 1–2 to PCM data
(20kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighting)
101dB (48kHz)
Input jacks 3–6, EXT IN jack to PCM data
(20kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighting)
102dB (48kHz)
Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N)
(1kHz sine, -5 dBFS input,GAIN: min,20kHz SPCL LPF)
Input jacks 1–2 to PCM data 0.005%
Input jacks 3–6 (LINE IN) to PCM data 0.008%
Input jacks 3–6 (MIC IN) to PCM data 0.006%

Note: JEITA indicates conformance to JEITA CP-2150

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