Tascam releases Portacapture X8 handheld recorder
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31.01.2022

Tascam releases Portacapture X8 handheld recorder

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Words by Eli Duxson

Joining their popular DR-05X, DR-07X stereo and the DR-40X four-track portable recorders

Tascam has released the Portacapture X8 high resolution adaptive multi-recorder for all your mobile recording needs.

What you need to know:

  • Tascam has released the Portacapture X8 high resolution adaptive multi-recorder for all your mobile recording needs.
  • The new handheld recorder boasts multitrack capabilities of 8 tracks (6 tracks plus 2 mix), and 8-In / 2-Out USB Type C audio interface with support for USB bus power.
  • On board DSP routing options include a Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Noise Gate, Reverb, and Auto Gain Control.

Read all the latest product news here.

The new handheld recorder boasts multitrack capabilities of 8 tracks (6 tracks plus 2 mix), and 8-In / 2-Out USB Type C audio interface with support for USB bus power, and is useful in an array of applications from podcasting to vox pops, music to field recording and more.

It uses an arrangement of presets accessed through its 3.5-inch colour touchscreen that optimises the unit for the variety of recording applications listed above, including more niche things like ASMR.

The recorder boasts 192kHz/32-bit float point recording technology, large format internal detachable mics, internal 8-track recording, two large 14.6mm diameter built-in condenser microphones providing A-B and X-Y microphone patterns, compatibility with the AK-DR series optional accessories that include an adapter for DSLR camera attachment, audio routing cables, a power supply, and more.

On-board DSP routing options include a Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Noise Gate, Reverb, and Auto Gain Control, which can be remote controlled via mobile devices with the Tascam Portacapture Control app.

Check out the features below!

Head to Tascam for more.