Be the Master of Your Physical Media Library
In the age of music streaming services and readily available MP3 files, physical media formats like cassettes and CDs have seen a bit of a resurgence. As you'd expect, TASCAM’s CD-A580-V2 has Sweetwater tape enthusiasts and CD collectors grinning ear to ear. With a high-performance CD player and cassette deck duo, you’ll have the ability to listen — and record — all your favorite physical media in faithful TASCAM quality. The addition of a USB recording/player feature allows you to easily convert your tapes and CDs to MP3 files, so you can digitally back up all your beloved tunes. Best of all, the CD-A580-V2 comes complete with a headphone jack, gorgeous LC display, a 3U rackmountable build, and a wireless remote control for exclusive audio convenience. If you’re looking to cover all the bases with your media collection, or simply re-enter the age of discernible cassette and CD quality, the TASCAM CD-A580-V2 is the ticket.
Authentic CD and tape operation
The CD-A580-V2 is loaded with an IC logic transport control cassette drive and a high-performance recording/playback tape head, so you’ll only be recording exactly what you need to hear from your cassette arsenal. And with a pitch knob, there’s no need to go digging around the unit’s internals — you’ll have all the tools to find the perfect tape output. Similarly, the CD player is compatible with CD-R, CD-RW in CD-DA, and MP3 data formats and features anti-shock memory, granting perfect CD performance for exquisite recording detail.
USB audial control
Along with physical media options, the CD-A580-V2 boasts the ability to record to MP3 files from the cassette, CD, or line inputs. Conversely, the CD-A580-V2 manages MP3 playback, featuring folder support, shuffle playback, and program playback controls to provide a suitable output style for any scenario. With this easy-to-use USB interface, transferring your music to the computer is a cinch.
A modern take on old-school media conversion
The CD-A580-V2 is no run-of-the-mill audio media converter. On top of quality playback and reliable conversion, the CD-A580-V2 includes several modern features that one-up similar units of the past. A common headphone output with level control will allow you to monitor your unit’s playback, for easier fine-tuning in all your recordings. Similarly, an attractive LC display with easy-to-read level meters provides a handy visual of your recording/playback operations. Most conveniently, however, the CD-A580-V2 comes complete with a wireless remote-control unit, making for painless audio management from across the room. Prefer more of a hands-off approach for business use? No problem: an integrated power-on playback function will ensure your audio is available as long as it’s powered.
TASCAM CD-A580-V2 CD/USB/Cassette Player/Recorder Features:
- 3U rackmountable build allows for easy integration into any audio setup
- IC logic cassette transport control with ±10% pitch adjustment ensures quality tape drive and quality
- Type I (ferric), Type II (chrome), and Type IV (metal) tape playback and Type I and Type II recording capabilities
- Power-on playback function on all media types for seamless automatic audio applications
- Compatible with CD-R, CD-RW in CD-DA, and MP3 data formats
- 2-second anti-shock CD memory stabilizes sound in any scenario
- CD, cassette, and line input recordings to MP3 via USB connection
- USB shuffle, program, and folder repeat playback
- Unbalanced analogue RCA I/O
- Attractive LC display features level meters for easy recording volume control
- Convenient wireless remote control for even easier playback opportunities
