TASCAM Portacapture X8 HighResolution Adaptive Recorder

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The Portacapture X8 gives content creators, field recordists and on-the-go musicians an invaluable tool in their arsenal. With an easy-to-use interface, large-format microphones, high-quality preamps and the ability to record and/or stream up to eight tracks (six inputs and two mix) via USB, it's ready to capture whatever sound you need, wherever you happen to be.

Innovative and powerful, yet simple, the Launcher icon system provides easy configuration for specific application settings. The Launcher system and 3.5" color touch panel yield smooth navigation to select the best audio settings for the occasion. By taking advantage of these presets, you will have more time to focus on recording—without struggling with complicated settings.

The Portacapture X8 provides exceptionally wide dynamic range, utilizing its premium dual AD converters and 32-bit float point recording technology. The result is content with uncompromised audio quality, even on low-level recordings. You can edit the audio and increase level later without deteriorating the S/N (signal-to-noise ratio). The "internal normalize" function automatically aligns the levels of a two-mix file after recording. Combining these features, there's no need to spend valuable time tweaking audio levels.

Utilizing plug-and-go driverless functionality, the Portacapture X8 can be used as a compact mixer with built-in microphones for livestreaming via OBS or similar platforms. You can also record directly to DAW and editing software. For XLR/TRS inputs, TASCAM's in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps provide high-quality audio. Onboard USB-C bus power provides phantom power to each external mic at once. For video or audio conferencing, use the Portacapture X8 as your USB mics and even record the audio simultaneously.

The Portacapture X8 comes with two 14.6 mm diameter built-in microphones, the largest in TASCAM's lineup. Employing a detachable mechanism, both L and R mics can be flexibly attached and detached from the main unit to form A-B/true X-Y mic patterns. You can also use your iOS and Android devices as a remote control using the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter (sold separately) and the Portacapture Control app, which are available free of charge in the App Store and Google Play.

The unit's external mechanism provides flexible functionality. Portacapture X8 can be easily mounted on top of cameras and tripods to be combined with AV rigs. The rear cold shoe mount also makes it possible to attach mic holders and/or wireless receivers, making it the ultimate portable recorder.

Intuitive Launcher system using a 3.5" color touch panel display
Recording applications, such as basic multi-track recording, podcasting, music, voice (interviews, vlogs, field recording, ASMR and more)
Four XLR/TRS locking combo jack MIC/LINE inputs with individual phantom power supply 24V/48V phantom power and in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps
Supports up to 192kHz/32-bit float point recording
Detachable 14.6 mm large-diaphragm condenser mics for both A-B and X-Y positions
Includes 8-in/2-out USB audio interface function
Internal mics can be used as a USB audio source
Internal recording to SD card available while the unit is functioning in USB audio interface mode
Internal multi-track recording up to eight tracks (six tracks + two mix)
TASCAM Portacapture Control app for wireless remote control via mobile devices (with optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter, sold separately)
Dual recording mode enables each track to be recorded in a different file format
Equipped with a variety of functions such as low-cut filter, compressor, limiter, auto-gain control, reverb, noise gate and normalize
CAMERA/EXT input allows camera audio monitoring
CAMERA/LINE output with attenuation function sends audio to external devices like cameras, etc.
Audio monitoring via headphone output or built-in speaker
Supports micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC (up to 512GB) recording media
Equipped with a Mark and slate tone functions
Powered by four AA batteries, USB bus power or optional AC adapter (PS-P520U), sold separately
Supports multi-language menu display (English, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean and Russian)

Microphones
Built-in mics: 2
Configuration: Stereo (A/B or X/Y)
Type: Large-diaphragm condenser
External mic input: 4 XLR/TRS combo inputs
Audio Quality
Max bit depth: 32-bit float
Max sampling rate: 192kHz
Audio formats: .WAV, MP3
Connectivity
Headphones: 1/8" stereo mini jack
Audio in: Yes
Audio out: Yes
Storage and Media
Types: Micro SD, micro SDHC, micro SDXC
Capacity: Up to 512GB
Onboard Features
Connections: USB
Number of tracks: 8
Phantom power: 24V/48V
Minimum System Requirements
Mac requirements: OS X 10.15 or later
Windows requirements: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later
iOS requirements: iOS 14, iPadOS 14, iOS 13, iPadOS 13
Android requirements: Android 10, Android 11
Other
Width: 3.27"
Height: 8.09"
Depth: 1.63"
Weight: 16.65 oz. (with batteries)/13.44 oz. (without batteries)
Battery type: 4 AA (included)
Battery life (app.): 5.5–18 hours (depending on battery material and phantom power usage)
Built-in speaker: Yes
Power supply: Sold separately

Shipping
Orders are generally shipped the following business day after payment is received. For example, if your order is placed AND paid for at 1 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Musicians Friend will ship it on Monday. We are only shipping eBay orders via standard ground shipping at this time (3-7 business days for delivery once the item leaves our warehouse)

Payment
We use eBay Managed Payments and accept the following forms of payment credit, debit, and gift cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and PayPal Credit.

Sales Tax
We are required to collect sales tax on all orders, except those shipped to the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon.

Store Policies
If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase of a new item, simply return it in its original condition within 45 days of purchase (see exceptions below) and we’ll give you a full refund. It’s that simple. Returned items must be in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees and accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge.

Your refund will be promptly processed upon successful evaluation of your returned item from our trained category professionals in 2-3 business days. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.

Limitations and Exceptions
Returns of the following products must be made within 10 days of shipment - Stringed instruments priced at $1999.00 or more. The following products cannot be returned – Clearance items, Apple products, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, vintage instruments, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, tin whistles, flutophones, "world" wind instruments, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluid, clothing/footwear, body jewelry, sheet music, cleaners, polishes and polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD's, vinyl records, and videos.The following fees apply to Band & Orchestra returns - All returned woodwind and brass instruments incur a $10.00 sanitization fee. Returned bows are assessed a $4.00 restocking fee. Returned mouthpieces over $300 incur an $8.00 sanitization fee; the fee for mouthpieces under $300 is $4.00.

Should you decide to return your shipment, please follow the return steps printed on the back of your invoice and pack your return carefully to prevent damage in shipment. All returns must:

1. Include a Return Authorization Number; (Please contact us via eBay messages for an RA number)

2. Be in the original packaging complete with all collateral materials such as cases, straps, cables, care kits, certificates of authenticity, warranty cards, manuals, and any other materials that originally shipped with the instrument;

3. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.