Tascam DP-008

The Tascam DP-008 is a great portable recorder. I was able to use it right out of the box with a little help from the manual. My prior experience with portable multi-track recording was limited to analog tape so I chose this one for it's streamlined features and familiar layout. Transferring files to the computer was pretty easy as well. The on-board tuner is a plus but I wish it matched a larger range frequencies. I also wish I could dial in the EQ with a knob rather that the digital readout but that would probably compromise the compact size.

Great Multi-Track Recorder!

First I would like to say thanks to my sales rep Mr. Matt Masek. The Tascam DP008 is an awesome little recorder and it has re-lit that flame of creativity that I have been trying to light for a long, long time. Let me start by saying that I own and have owned many different multi track recorders from old reel to reel, to old cassette, to hard drive and computer based DAW software. I have had the same problem with a lot of the gear above mentioned; � Portability and ease of use�

If you want to put down that first riff or couple of tracks or even an eight-track production, this little gem will do it! If you want to pull some 16 bit loops or tracks onto it and fiddle with mixing and engineering it will do that as well. When you have that Idea recorded the way you want you can transfer it to your computer for further mixing and effects. I absolutely love the simplicity of this little device and I am so glad I purchased it words can�t describe how happy I am with it.

I sold my Boss BR600 because I found myself spending too much time punching through multiple screens trying to shut down unwanted effects and settings that I really didn�t need until the final mix. Unlike the many DAW software packages that I have, I no longer have to roll around on the floor in a maze of wire grimacing the whole time trying to be a recording engineer, stage hand and producer all at the same time, I can just fire up the DP008 and get my Ideas recorded before they are drowned in a sea of frustration and anger.

Its only 44.1 at 16bit but so what; that�s CD quality and it�s more than good enough for any kind of recording that I will be doing. With 32 G flash Cards this recorder will do a lot more than many people will give it credit for.

I haven�t covered the two external mics or the reverb and EQ this unit has on board but let me tell you won�t be disappointed at all with its performance. I suggest that you go out on Youtube and watch and listen to what people are able to record with this little gem and I bet you�ll be as impressed as I was. Call your Sweetwater Rep today and buy one of these units, If your old school like me your going to love recording with it, if your new at recording your going to love recording with it. The DP008 is a great little multi-track recorder.

Thanks Matt and special thanks to Tascam and Sweetwater for having quality products that more than do the job for the serious musician.

Rob

Excellent!

Great recorder. A little learning curve, being digital and all, but great value for the money...

I love this recorder!

I've been using the Tascam for over two years now and have made well over 150 recordings with no problems and with great sounds and results. I play guitars, bass guitar, electronic drums, Yamaha piano player, and vocal using a condenser mic. The power is quite sufficient, the reverb is perfect as well as the volume settings and controls.
It took a little time, but shortly I was flipping through the sequences of operation easily.
I have many postings of my recorded music on youtube- it is a great hobby.
If it ever wears out and it seems it won't- I'll buy another one- maybe two, just in case.
Thanks for the fun!
Walt.

tascam dp-008

I called my engineer andy ,and ask him about the dp-oo8 and he said it was a good recorder for what I wanted it for. BOY was he right. It does a great job. Teck support is great. When ever I need advice ,I call my sales engineer and trust him 100%. It is a great recorder and I would recommend it to anyone. I use it alot and it is still going strong. What can I say, sweetwater is the place to buy all your needs when it comes to music.

Easy to use.

Very fun and simple to use for quickly recording your ideas. You will need the power supply, this thing eats through batteries. Sweetwater, where is a link to this part? Overall a great product I am very happy with it.