TASCAM DP-008EX 8-Track Digital Pocketstudio

Wherever you are and whatever the project at hand, be ready the moment inspiration strikes with the DP-008EX from Tascam. This professional-grade, 8-track Pocketstudio is the digital evolution of a music sketch pad and includes a high-quality microphone, XLR inputs for connecting condenser mics, an input equalizer and reverb for onboard sound production, a mastering function to increase sound base, and much more—all the bells and whistles you need to deliver a professional polish to your audio recordings in the studio or out in the field.

The DP-008EX is designed to be easy to use, so you can focus on your work without getting distracted by technical difficulties. Its operation is intuitive, mimicking a cassette MRT’s functionality. Just turn on the device and start recording in two simple steps.

The DP-008EX features a 128x64 dot-matrix LCD with built-in backlight so you can easily keep visual tabs on your task even in darker recording environments. Meanwhile, each track is assigned a designated knob, so you can seamlessly switch tracks without having to look at the display. Enjoy extreme audio flexibility with Track Edit functions, back up or restore songs, and even use the Bounce Function to record more than 6 tracks.

Increase the scope of your project by adding the DP-008EX to your production toolkit. Delivering CD-quality recording (44.1kHz/16-bit), the DP-008EX includes a 4GB SD card, which allows your recorded data to be transferred to a computer via its high-speed USB2.0 connection. Record up to 32GB to SD/SDHC.

Keep recording with confidence. The DP-008EX runs on 4 AA batteries for up to 6.5 hours. Change to AC power using a PS-P520 AC adapter (all optional Tascam components sold separately).

TASCAM DP-008EX Features

• Eight mono tracks
• CD quality recording (16bit/44.1kHz)
• Two tracks simultaneous recording/ six tracks simultaneous playback
• Dedicated stereo master track available
• Record to SD/SDHC card (Up to 32GB)
• 2 Built-in omni-directional condenser microphones
• Microphone sensitivity can be selected from 3-positions (Low/Mid/High)
• Two TS 1/4" mic/line inputs
• INPUT A can connect high-impedance instrument directly (Like an electric-guitar)
• Independent LEVEL/PAN(BALANCE) knobs for each track
• 15mW/ch headphone output
• 128x64 dot-matrix LCD
• Four AA batteries operation up to 9 hours (When recording, using the eneloop battery)
• Optional AC adapter ready (TASCAM PS-P520)
• Can connect to an external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA)
• Tripod screw hole
• Direct locate function by jog-wheel
• Repeat playback between IN/OUT point
• Track edit functions (CLONE TRACK, CLEAN OUT, SILENCE, CUT, OPEN)
• Bounce function allows recording of more six tracks
• UNDO/REDO (UNDO HISTORY) function
• Chromatic tuner and metronome included
• High-speed data transfer by USB2.0 connection
• Backup and restore songs
• File import/export by Wav format (mono/stereo)
• Export stereo master file as stereo wav format
• 4GB SD card included

• Tascam DP-008EX 8-track Digital Pocketstudio1
• 4GB SD Card1
• AA Battery4
• USB Cable (31.5" / 80cm)1
• Warranty Card1
• Owner's Manual1

• Recording mediaSD card (512MB to 2GB), SDHC card (4GB to 32GB) File system TASCAM original (MTR partition) / FAT32 (FAT partition)
• Input A/B
  • XLR
    • Connectors: XLR-3-31(1：GND, 2：HOT, 3：COLD), BALANCED
    • Input impedance: 2.4kΩ
    • Nominal input level: –8dBu
    • Maximum input level: +8dBu
  • 1/4" TS-jack
    • Connectors 1/4" (6.3mm): TS-jack, UNBALANCED
    • Input impedance: 10kΩ or more (INPUT A: MIC/LINE), 1MΩ (INPUT A: GUITAR)
    • Nominal input level: –10dBV
    • Maximum input level: +6dBV
    • Headroom: 16dB
• Built-in microphonesOmni-directional condenser microphone × 2
• Line Out
  • Connectors: RCA pin-jack
  • Nominal output level: –10dBV
  • Maximum output level: +6dBV
• Phones
  • Connectors: 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack
  • Maximum output level: 20mW + 20mW or more (THD+N less than 0.1%, 32Ω loaded)
• USB
  • Connectors: USB Mini-B type 4-pin
  • Format: USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
• Continuous battery operation time (All times are approximate)
  • Alkaline battery (EVOLTA)
    • 5.5 hours (using line input/recording)
    • 6 hours (using headphone/playback)
  • Nickel-metal battery (eneloop)
    • 6.5 hours (using line input/recording)
    • 7 hours (using headphone/playback)
• Power
  • Four AA batteries (Alkaline or nickel-metal battery)
  • AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520, sold separately)
• Power consumption2.4W (Maximum)
• Dimensions (W × H × D)8.7 × 1.74 × 4.99 inches (221 × 44.3 × 126.5 mm)
• Weight (excluding batteries)1.35 lbs. (610 g) 
• Operating temperature41˚F to 95˚F (5˚C to 35˚C)
• Backup memoryIn the PREFERENCES, contents of "Repeat Int", "Auto Power Save", "Contrast", "Back Light" and "FootSW Polarity". Contents of INPUT SETTING (without EQ)