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TASCAM X-48MKII

Item ID: X48MKII

48-track 24-bit/96kHz Hybrid Hard Disk Recorder/Mixer Workstation

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Hardware Stability Meets Software Flexibility!

TASCAM's X-48MKII continues in the footsteps of the original X-48 standalone, hybrid hard disk recording workstation. If you're looking for the reliability of a traditional standalone recorder, the stability of hardware construction, and the flexibility of a software editing environment, then the X-48MKII is perfect for you. Simple hardware controls give you up to 48 tracks of traditional tape-style recording that's super-easy to use. A built-in 1TB gives you 48-hour continuous recording. And when you hook up a standard VGA monitor and plug in a mouse, you can take advantage of the TASCAM X-48MKII's amazing GUI, editing, and mixing features.

TASCAM X-48MKII 48-Track Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation at a Glance:
  • Versatile hard disk recorder
  • Powerful graphical editing
  • Pick the I/O you need

Versatile hard disk recorder
Far from your average hardware recorder, the TASCAM X-48MKII gives you incredibly flexible recording options. Record at at up to 96kHz resolution, without sacrificing channel count. Built-in word-clock lets you pair the X-48MKII with high quality digital devices such as multichannel preamplifiers. And a full 1TB of hard drive space gives you plenty of recording time. Best of all, the X-48MKII's intuitive front-panel controls make it incredibly easy to use.

Powerful graphical editing
When it comes to editing, setting up punches, and tweaking fine details, nothing beats a comprehensive graphical user interface. That's what TASCAM gave the X-48MKII! Plug in a VGA monitor, and you instantly get access to the X-48MKII's amazing GUI. Not only does the X-48MKII's GUI give you access to a whole range of editing tools, its simple and clean layout makes it easy to use, even if you're not used to working in a traditional DAW. What's more, the X-48MKII's GUI lets you set up advanced routing paths and monitor mixes, letting you get even more out of your recording rig.

Pick the I/O you need
The TASCAM X-48MKII come loaded with six 8-channel TDIF inputs, giving you instant access to 48-track recording. You also get stereo S/PDIF I/O as well. Two TASCAM option card bays also let you expand your X-48MKII's I/O with analog or AES/EBU connections as well, so you can configure your system exactly the way you like.

TASCAM X-48MKII 48-Track Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation Features:
  • 1TB internal hard drive provides 48-hour continuous recording at 44.1kHz (20 at 96kHz)
  • eSATA and USB interfaces let you connect peripherals and additional hard drives
  • Powerful dual-core Intel ATOM processor onboard
  • 24 busses, 6 aux sends, stereo master buss
  • Full dynamic automation
  • Dynamics, 4-band parametric EQ and 4 VST plug-in inserts per channel
  • HDTV tri-level sync for visual monitoring
  • Intuitive GUI for recording, mixing, editing and metering (requires external monitor)

For hardware stability and software flexibility, turn to the TASCAM X-48MKII hybrid hard disk workstation!
Specification Detail
A/D Res. Up to 32-bit FP at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz (including pull up and pull down)
Analog Inputs No built in analog input (expandable with option cards)
Analog Outputs No built in analog output (expandable with option cards)
Aux Returns No dedicated aux returns
Aux Sends 6
Built-in Effects Yes
D/A Res Up to 32-bit FP at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz (including pull up and pull down)
Digital Inputs 48 x TDIF on DB-25, 2 x S/PDIF on RCA (expandable with option cards)
Digital Outputs 2 x S/PDIF on RCA (expandable with option cards)
Direct Outs No direct outs
Editing GUI
Expansion TASCAM Option Cards
Faders No faders
Kind Hard Disk
MIDI I/O Yes
SCSI No
Simultaneous Play 48
Simultaneous Rec. 48
Timecode SMPTE I/O
Total Channels 48
Tracks 48
USB Yes
Word Clock Yes
Manufacturer Part Number X-48MKII

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