Tascam DP-32SD

Tascam DP-32SD

Tascam DP-32SD

Tascam DP-32SD

DIGITAL MULTITRACK RECORDER

SKU: TAS-DP-32SD
MSRP: $799.00
MAP: $699.00

Overview

With its great sound and powerful features, the TASCAM’s biggest Portastudio yet.
TASCAM’s DP-32SD Digital Portastudio records an unmatched 32 tracks to solid-state media. Up to eight tracks can be recorded at a time through its combination XLR and 1⁄4” combo jacks. Input processing like compression and limiting are available during recording, as well as guitar amp simulation and multi-effects for use with the instrument-level input. A color LCD and channel strip knobs make mixing fast and creative. The included 4GB SD card can be replaced with up to 32GB SDHC media or swapped with other cards between projects.

Excellent visibility and intuitive operation delivers stress-free recording
A stress-free user interface has been equipped, building upon the Portastudio series’ concept of intuitive operation.
Various full-color LCD screens and self-illuminated buttons offer superb visibility.
Measures have been made to increase operability, for example faders have eliminated layer structures make operating all tracks feel intuitive.
Even the channel strip is equipped with encoders with unified LCD screens and colors.
The operational unit moves in a way that delivers music production free of stress.

Simultaneous 8 track recording with 8 XLR/TRS combo connectors
The DP-32SD has 8 XLR-TRS combo inputs that can withstand multi-microphone recording with drums.
Phantom power supply is also possible, with the INPUT H compatible with direct guitar inputs.
With dynamic effects, which are indispensable for high-quality recording, up to 8 effects can be used for each input.
In addition, the DP-32SD comes with built-in guitar multi-effects, tuner, and metronome, allowing users to complete recording preparations with this device alone.

Supports high-quality mixing thanks to its professional effects
When it comes to mixing, users can perform a speedy mix-down with intuitive operation thanks to the full-color LCD, encoders, and faders of the DP-32SD.
Mixing effects that are available include reverbs and spatial effects that you can use to enhance your music, resulting in audio with quality as high as that of professional studio productions.
After mixing is done, final touches can be added by using the built-in mastering effect.
From the moment you switch the device on to mastering your audio production, the DP-32SD creates a professional production environment without a computer.

Even in loud environments, the high output powered amplifier makes headphone monitoring easy
In order to ensure a high-quality production environment, the outputs and monitor systems have been upgraded.
Separate to the stereo output, a MONITOR OUT that can adjust monitor volume has been installed, and the TRS output terminals are able to make balanced connections with the monitor speaker.
In addition, a 70mW/ch headphone amplifier that allows loud volume monitoring has also been installed.
The slim-shaped DP-32SD Digital Portastudio offers a music production environment that doesn’t require a computer.

Features

  • Simultaneous 24-track playback
  • 12 mono tracks + 6 stereo tracks
  • Simultaneous 8-track recording
  • 44.1k or 48 kHz, 16 or 24-bit recording
  • 8 XLR/TRS combo connectors
  • Phantom power supplied on all inputs (INPUT A-D,E-H)
  • High-impedance input available (INPUT H)
  • Stereo RCA output
  • 2 effect send outputs (1/4" TS jack)
  • 70mW/ch headphone amplifier
  • Remote connector for optional RC-3F footswitch
  • INPUT A-H and each track equipped with 3-band EQ
  • Automatic punch in/out
  • Various edit functions (COPY INSERT, COPY PASTE, MOVE INSERT, MOVE PASTE, OPEN, CUT, SILENCE, CLONE TRACK, CLEAN OUT)
  • Undo and Redo function with Undo history
  • Dynamics effects for input (Limiter, Compressor, Noise Suppressor, Exciter)
  • Guitar effects (Amp Simulator, Reverb, Compressor, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser)
  • Mix-down effects (Reverb, Delay, Stereo Chorus)
  • Mastering Effects (Multi-band Compressor, Equalizer, Dither, Normalize)
  • Track bounce function
  • Virtual track (8 virtual track per one track: including use track)
  • Locate mark up to 99 for one song
  • File transferring via USB2.0
  • Chromatic tuner
  • Metronome
  • 19 Faders
  • Peak-hold function on the level meter of the LCD
  • Sub-frame editing
  • Dedicated AC adapter included (TASCAM GPE248-120200-Z)
  • SD card included
  • RoHS certified

Specifications

Operating system requirements
Windows  
OS Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
CPU Pentium 300MHz or more
Memory 128MB or more
USB USB2.0
Macintosh  
OS Mac OS X Jaguar (V10.2), Mac OS X Panther (V10.3), Mac OS X Tiger (V10.4), Mac OS X Leopard (V10.5), Mac OS X Snow Leopard (V10.6.8), OS X Lion (V10.7), OS X Mountain Lion (V10.8)
CPU Power PC, iMAC, G3, G4 266MHz or more
Memory 64MB or more
USB USB2.0

 

Audio performance
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz (±1dB, INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT)
S/N Ratio 90dB or greater (INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT)
THD 0.01% or less (INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT)
Recording Media SD (512MB to 2GB) / SDHC card (4GB to 32GB)
File System SD card: FAT16 / SDHC card: FAT32
INPUT A-H  
XLR  
Connector XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), Balanced
Input impedance 2.4kΩ
Nominal input level –14dBu
Maximum input level +2dBu
TRS  
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm)TRS phone-jack, Balanced
Input impedance 22kΩ or more / 1MΩ (when INPUT H, GUITAR selected)
Nominal input level +4dBu
Maximum input level +20dBu
STEREO OUT  
Connector RCA pin-jack, Unbalanced
Output impedance 200Ω
Nominal output level –10dBV
Maximum output level +6dBV
EFFECT SENDS  
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TS phone-jack, Unbalanced
Output impedance 200Ω
Nominal output level –10dBV
Maximum output level +6dBV
MONITOR OUT  
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS phone-jack, Balanced
Output impedance 200Ω
Nominal output level –2dBu
Maximum output level +14dBu
PHONES  
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS phone-jack
Maximum output level 70mW + 70mW (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded)
USB  
Connector USB Mini-B type 4-pin
Format USB2.0 High-Speed mass-storage class
REMOTE  
Connector 2.5mm TRS jack
Power Dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM GPE248-120200-Z, included)
Power consumption 12W (when phantom power supplying)
Dimensions (W×H×D) 20.2" × 4.1" × 13.4" / 514 × 104 × 340 mm
Weight 13.67 lbs. / 6.2 kg
Operating temperature 41ËšF to 95ËšF / 5 ËšC to 35ËšC
Accessories AC adapter, 4GB SD card, warranty card, owner's manual