TASCAM dp-03

Main Features

- 8-track digital Portastudio with CD burner

- Recording/playback at 44.1 kHz, 16 bit using SD/SDHC memory card

- Simultaneous recording of two tracks
o Record in stereo or record two independent mono sources

- Simultaneous playback of eight tracks
o Use dedicated controls on each channel for volume, pan and effect to create a mix

- Dedicated stereo mixdown track
o Mix your song to a stereo file you can burn on CD or transfer to a computer for MP3 encoding

- Built-in stereo condenser microphone
o Create a two-track recording instantly and without cabling

- Two XLR mic inputs with phantom power
o Plug in your favourite studio condenser microphones

- Two TRS line inputs, one switchable to guitar (hi-Z)
o Connect an electrical guitar or bass as well as synths, drum machines etc. directly

- RCA line output
o Connect your monitor amplifier/speakers here

- Headphones output with level control

- Two-band shelving EQ per track and on both inputs
o Set the frequencies the low and high EQ knobs cut or boost depending on your sound sources

- On-board Reverb processor to polish your mixes

- On-board mastering effects
o Get the most out of your mix with two-band EQ, single/multi-band compression and a normalizer to maximise the overall level and improve the sound density

- Auto punch in/out
o Record a marked section while playing or singing without pressing any button

- Track bounce feature
o Use more than eight tracks by creating a mixdown of several tracks to another track

- Workstation-style editing with copy, move, open, cut etc.
o Edit your tracks like a pro: tighten your timing, create loops, cut unwanted noise etc.

- Multi-level undo/redo history
o Undo/redo multiple steps in case you have made a mistake (including the editing functions)

- Location marks
o Set marks to easily locate the start of verses, soli, vocals etc.

- Built-in tuner and metronome
- On-board CD/CD-RW burner
o Create audio CDs from your mixes
o Backup/restore your projects
o Import files from audio CDs

- USB 2.0 port
o Backup/restore projects or import/export wave files from/to a computer

- Nine 45-mm faders

- Selectable foot switch operation mode

- Foot switch with three switches and assignable functions available as an option (RC-3F)

Specifications

General
- Recording media : SD card (512 MB – 2 GB) or SDHC card (4–32 GB)
- File system : MTR partition: TASCAM original, FAT partition: FAT32
- Microphones : 2 x Omni-directional condenser microphone

Analogue inputs and outputs
- Inputs A and B, balanced : XLR
Nominal input impedance : 2.4 kOhm
Nominal input level : –16 dBu
Maximum input level : 0 dBu
- Input A, balanced : 6.3-mm TRS jack
- When INPUT A switch is set to MIC/LINE
Nominal input impedance : ≥10 kOhm
Nominal input level : +4 dBu
Maximum input level : +24 dBu
- When INPUT A switch is set to GUITAR
Nominal input impedance : ≥1 MOhm
Nominal input level : –2 dBV
Maximum input level : +14 dBV
- Input B, balanced : 6.3-mm TRS jack
Nominal input impedance : ≥10 kOhm
Nominal input level : +4 dBu
Maximum input level : +24 dBu
- Line Output : RCA (unbalanced)
Nominal output impedance : 1 kOhm
Nominal output level : –10 dBV
Maximum output level : +6 dBV
- Phones Output : 6.3-mm stereo jack
Maximum output power : 40 mW + 40 mW (THD+N: ≤0.1 %, into 32 Ohm)

Other inputs and outputs
- USB port : Mini-B type USB connector
Format : USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED, mass storage class
- REMOTE port : 2.5-mm jack (for RC-3F footswitch)

Audio performance
- Frequency response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +1 dB/–3 dB
- Signal-to-noise ratio : ≥90 dB
- Total harmonic distortion : ≤0.01 %

Power supply and other specifications
- External power adapter : TASCAM PS-1225L (included)
AC input : 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1 A
DC output : 12 V, 2.5 A
- Power consumption : 10 W
- Dimensions (W x H x D) : 290 mm x 54 mm x 207 mm
- Weight : 1.8 kg
- Operating temperature range : 5–35 °C

Owner's manual - dp03.pdf