Tascam Portastudio 488 - 8-Track Cassette Tape Recorder and Full-Function Mixer
The unit is in good condition, all channels tested and in working order. It has loose volume control knob, numerous marks around the body and a couple of rubber feet missing. Please see pictured for proof of condition. Comes with power cable.Ā
Key Features
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8-Track Recording
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Simultaneously record up to four tracks.
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8 individual tracks for detailed multitrack recording.
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Comprehensive Mixing
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12 input channels: 8 mono channels and 2 stereo pairs.
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Each mono channel includes:
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Three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble).
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Two post-fade effects sends.
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Pan pot for stereo positioning.
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70mm fader for precise level control.
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Input and Output Capabilities
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First four tracks: Mic/line inputs with trim pots for level adjustment.
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Tracks 5-8 and stereo channels: Line-level inputs only.
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Stereo outputs for monitoring and final mixdown.
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Noise Reduction
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dbx Type II noise reduction system to minimize tape hiss.
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Pitch Control
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±12% pitch control for tuning and speed adjustments.
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MIDI Synchronization
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MIDI sockets for synchronizing with external MIDI devices.
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Compatible with Tascam MTS-30 MIDI synchronizer.
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Transport Controls
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Play, pause, and record buttons.
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Memory locations for setting specific points during playback.
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Power Supply
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Operates on 240V AC.
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Tascam Portastudio 488 - 8-Track Cassette Tape Recorder and Full-Function Mixer
Tascam Portastudio 488 - 8-Track Cassette Tape Recorder and Full-Function Mixer
The unit is in good condition, all channels tested and in working order. It has loose volume control knob, numerous marks around the body and a couple of rubber feet missing. Please see pictured for proof of condition. Comes with power cable.Ā
Key Features
-
8-Track Recording
-
Simultaneously record up to four tracks.
-
8 individual tracks for detailed multitrack recording.
-
-
Comprehensive Mixing
-
12 input channels: 8 mono channels and 2 stereo pairs.
-
Each mono channel includes:
-
Three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble).
-
Two post-fade effects sends.
-
Pan pot for stereo positioning.
-
70mm fader for precise level control.
-
-
-
Input and Output Capabilities
-
First four tracks: Mic/line inputs with trim pots for level adjustment.
-
Tracks 5-8 and stereo channels: Line-level inputs only.
-
Stereo outputs for monitoring and final mixdown.
-
-
Noise Reduction
-
dbx Type II noise reduction system to minimize tape hiss.
-
-
Pitch Control
-
±12% pitch control for tuning and speed adjustments.
-
-
MIDI Synchronization
-
MIDI sockets for synchronizing with external MIDI devices.
-
Compatible with Tascam MTS-30 MIDI synchronizer.
-
-
Transport Controls
-
Play, pause, and record buttons.
-
Memory locations for setting specific points during playback.
-
-
Power Supply
-
Operates on 240V AC.
-
Product Information
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Description
The unit is in good condition, all channels tested and in working order. It has loose volume control knob, numerous marks around the body and a couple of rubber feet missing. Please see pictured for proof of condition. Comes with power cable.Ā
Key Features
-
8-Track Recording
-
Simultaneously record up to four tracks.
-
8 individual tracks for detailed multitrack recording.
-
-
Comprehensive Mixing
-
12 input channels: 8 mono channels and 2 stereo pairs.
-
Each mono channel includes:
-
Three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble).
-
Two post-fade effects sends.
-
Pan pot for stereo positioning.
-
70mm fader for precise level control.
-
-
-
Input and Output Capabilities
-
First four tracks: Mic/line inputs with trim pots for level adjustment.
-
Tracks 5-8 and stereo channels: Line-level inputs only.
-
Stereo outputs for monitoring and final mixdown.
-
-
Noise Reduction
-
dbx Type II noise reduction system to minimize tape hiss.
-
-
Pitch Control
-
±12% pitch control for tuning and speed adjustments.
-
-
MIDI Synchronization
-
MIDI sockets for synchronizing with external MIDI devices.
-
Compatible with Tascam MTS-30 MIDI synchronizer.
-
-
Transport Controls
-
Play, pause, and record buttons.
-
Memory locations for setting specific points during playback.
-
-
Power Supply
-
Operates on 240V AC.
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