Tascam Portacapture X8
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Tascam
Portacapture X8
Product Info
Article Number:
531510
Brand:
Tascam
Model:
Portacapture X8
Category:
Portable Recorders
Price:
$504.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Portacapture X8 is a seriously clever little recorder. It's a fantastic all-in-one solution for podcasters, musicians, and field recordists who want a portable, flexible rig without the complexity of a full studio setup. The built-in mics are surprisingly good, and the multi-track capabilities open up a world of creative possibilities.
Product Description
- Tascam Portacapture X8
- Portable 6+2-Track Recorder
- With a touch screen and a USB 2.0 audio interface
- 16 / 24 / 32 bit floating point resolution - 44.1 / 48 / 96 / 192 kHz
- 3.5" Colour LCD touch screen
- With presets for multi-track
- music or field recordings as well as interviews
- podcasts and ASMR applications
- Two detachable condenser microphones with 14.6 mm diaphragm (positioning in AB or XY configuration)
- An integrated USB 2.0 audio interface with 8 inputs and 2 outputs
- 24V / 48V Phantom power (separately switchable)
- Multitrack recording with up to 8 tracks (6 single tracks + stereo mix)
- Recording in WAV (BWF) or MP3 format
- WAV (BWF): up to 32-bit / 192kHz
- MP3: up to 320kBit/s / 48kHz
- MS decoder
- Hall effect (6 rooms)
- Functions: pre-recording
- auto-recording
- dual-recording
- flap signal function
- XRI function
- etc.
- An integrated mixer with compressor
- limiter
- reverb
- low-cut filter
- automatic level control
- noise gate and more
- An integrated loudspeaker for easy monitoring
- Recording possibilities on microSD
- microSDHC and microSDXC cards with up to 512 GB
- Remote control via smartphone/tablet with an optional Bluetooth adapter Tascam AK-BT1 (Art. 531514
- not included) and remote control app possible
- Up to 11h battery life (onboard microphones)
- Phantom power off and stereo WAV recording at 24-bit / 44.1kHz
- Power supply possible via 4 x AA battery
- USB or optional power supply Tascam PS-P520U (Article no. 512355
- not included in the delivery)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 83 x 206 x 42 mm
- Weight: 381 g
- Incl. 4 x AA battery
- registration and operating instructions
*Connections:*
- 4 Combo mic/line inputs: XLR/jack
- 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 optional Bluetooth adapter
PROS
- • Excellent floating-point recording offers exceptional dynamic range.
- • Detachable mics provide surprising flexibility in stereo placement.
- • Integrated USB interface simplifies DAW workflows considerably.
- • Intuitive touchscreen simplifies complex multi-track operations.
CONS
- • Plastic construction feels less robust than professional field recorders.
- • Battery life requires careful management during extended sessions.
- • Limited physical controls might frustrate experienced studio engineers.
Product Video
Key Features
Tracks
8 (6 mono + stereo mix)
Max Sample Rate
192kHz
Built-in Mics
14.6mm Condenser (AB/XY)
Storage
SD/SDHC card (up to 512GB)
Battery Life
4.5 hours (internal), 11 hours (external)
Weight
630g (with mics)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It allows for creative stereo imaging manipulation post-recording, widening or narrowing the perceived soundstage – a neat trick for fixing problematic stereo fields.
Absolutely, the XLR inputs with phantom power make it a great option for connecting professional microphones for higher-quality recordings.
While generally good, direct sunlight can make the screen difficult to read, so a sunshade might be useful for outdoor field recording.
