{"product_id":"tascam-portacapture-x8","title":"Tascam PORTACAPTURE X8","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnovative, powerful, yet simple. The Launcher icon system allows specific application settings to be easily configured\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfigure Level Settings With Ease\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Portacapture X8 provides a preset level setting to achieve a wide dynamic range utilizing the premium dual AD converters and 32-bit float point recording technology. The result is content with uncompromised audio quality even with low level recordings. The audio data can be edited and increased later without deteriorating the S\/N (signal-to-noise ratio). Also the internal normalize function allows automatic level alignment of the 2-mix file after recording. Combining these features, there's no need to use valuable creative time finding the right audio level that matches the recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Audio Interface Function With No Driver Needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilizing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Large Format Built-in Microphones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Remote Control via Optional Bluetooth Adapter and Original App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWireless 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-track Recording Up to 8 tracks (6 tracks + 2 mix)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the XLR\/TRS inputs, TASCAM know-how utilizing the in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps - enables high-quality audio recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 XLR\/TRS Combo Jacks With External MIC\/LINE Connectivity and Camera in\/out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its 2 built-in stereo mics, 4 XLR inputs with support for both mic and ¼' 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Configuration With Cold Shoe\/ Tripod Screw Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntuitive Launcher system using a 3.5-inch color touch panel display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording applications such as basic multi-track recording, podcasting, music, voice (interviews, vlog), field recording, ASMR and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 192kHz\/ 32-bit float point recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable 14.6mm large-diaphragm condenser mics for both A-B position and X-Y position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 8-in\/2-out USB audio interface function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal multi-track recording up to 8 tracks (6 tracks + 2 mix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTASCAM Portacapture Control app for wireless remote control via mobile devices (with optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual recording mode enables each track to be recorded in a different file format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with a variety of functions such as low-cut filter, compressor, limiter, auto-gain control, reverb, noise gate and normalize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCAMERA\/EXT input allows audio recorded on a camera to be monitored and also supports audio input of wireless microphones and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCAMERA\/LINE output with attenuation function allows for sending audio to external devices like cameras, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio monitoring is possible with either headphone output or the built-in speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports micro SD\/micro SDHC\/micro SDXC (up to 512GB) recording media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with a Mark function and slate tone function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by 4 AA batteries, USB bus power, or optional AC adapter (PS-P520U)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport multi-language menu display (English, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Russian)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecorder specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording media: microSD cards (64MB - 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