Tascam Portacapture X6
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Tascam
Portacapture X6
Product Info
Article Number:
559658
Brand:
Tascam
Model:
Portacapture X6
Category:
Portable Recorders
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Portacapture X6 is a surprisingly capable and affordable all-in-one solution. It's perfect for podcasters, field recordists, and musicians needing a portable, self-contained recording rig – the built-in effects and USB interface make it a real time-saver.
Product Description
- Tascam Portacapture X6
- Portable 4+2 Track Audio Recorder
- With USB audio interface
- Sampling rates up to 96kHz and 32bit floating point resolution
- Two adjustable condenser microphones (positioning in AB or XY configuration)
- USB audio interface with six inputs and two outputs
- 2 Microphone/line inputs with lockable XLR connectors
- 24V / 48V phantom power (separately switchable)
- Multitrack recording with up to six tracks (four single tracks + stereo mix)
- Recording in WAV (BWF) or MP3 format
- WAV (BWF): up to 32-bit float / 96kHz
- MP3: up to 320kBit/s / 48kHz
- MS decoder
- Reverb effect (six rooms)
- Functions: pre-record
- auto-record
- dual-record
- flap signal function
- XRI function
- etc.
- Integrated mixer with EQ
- compressor
- limiter
- low-cut filter
- automatic level control
- noise gate and more
- Integrated loudspeaker for easy monitoring
- Recording on microSD
- microSDHC and microSDXC cards
- With presets for different recording situations
- 2.4-inch colour touchscreen
- 2 mic/line inputs: 3-pin XLR
- 1 camera/line input: 3.5 mm jack
- 1 camera/line output: 3.5 mm jack
- 1 stereo headphone output with level control: 3.5 mm jack
- USB Type-C
- Slot for Bluetooth adapter (not included)
- Remote control possible via smartphone/tablet with Bluetooth adapter Tascam AK-BT1 (Art.#531514#
- not included) and remote app Portacapture Control (free download)
- Power supply via four AA batteries
- USB or mains adapter Tascam PS-P520U (Art.#512355#
- not included)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 75 x 174 x 37 mm
- Weight: 365 g
- Includes 4 AA batteries
PROS
- • Excellent preamps deliver surprisingly clean, low-noise recordings.
- • Flexible mic configurations (AB/XY) suit diverse stereo imaging needs.
- • Comprehensive onboard effects and processing reduce post-production workload.
- • Robust build quality feels reassuringly solid for field use.
CONS
- • Limited physical controls can become cumbersome in fast-paced recording situations.
- • Battery life is adequate, but external power is preferable for long sessions.
- • While versatile, lacks the deep routing capabilities of a dedicated interface.
Product Video
Key Features
Tracks
6
Max Sample Rate
96kHz
Built-in Mics
Adjustable condenser mics (AB/XY)
Storage
SD/SDHC card (up to 512GB)
Battery Life
7 hours (typical use)
Weight
750g
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Frequently Asked Questions
It allows you to convert MS stereo recordings into standard stereo, giving you flexibility in post-processing to adjust width and imaging.
Absolutely, the XLR inputs offer phantom power, so you can easily connect and use your own higher-end preamps for enhanced signal quality.
It's simultaneous – you record the main track and a safety track at the same time, which is incredibly useful for critical recordings.
