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Tascam Portastudio 488 - 8-Track Cassette Tape Recorder and Full-Function Mixer

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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

  1. 8-Track Recording

    • Simultaneously record up to four tracks.

    • 8 individual tracks for detailed multitrack recording.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Noise Reduction

    • dbx Type II noise reduction system to minimize tape hiss.

  5. Pitch Control

    • ±12% pitch control for tuning and speed adjustments.

  6. MIDI Synchronization

    • MIDI sockets for synchronizing with external MIDI devices.

    • Compatible with Tascam MTS-30 MIDI synchronizer.

  7. Transport Controls

    • Play, pause, and record buttons.

    • Memory locations for setting specific points during playback.

  8. Power Supply

    • Operates on 240V AC.

$435.56
Tascam Portastudio 488 - 8-Track Cassette Tape Recorder and Full-Function Mixer—
$435.56

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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

  1. 8-Track Recording

    • Simultaneously record up to four tracks.

    • 8 individual tracks for detailed multitrack recording.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Noise Reduction

    • dbx Type II noise reduction system to minimize tape hiss.

  5. Pitch Control

    • ±12% pitch control for tuning and speed adjustments.

  6. MIDI Synchronization

    • MIDI sockets for synchronizing with external MIDI devices.

    • Compatible with Tascam MTS-30 MIDI synchronizer.

  7. Transport Controls

    • Play, pause, and record buttons.

    • Memory locations for setting specific points during playback.

  8. Power Supply

    • Operates on 240V AC.

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