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Tascam DP-03SD Digital Portastudio 8-Track Recorder

SKU: TSDP03SD

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Tascam DP-03SD Recorder Specifications

  • Recording media

    SD card (512MB - 2 GB) or SDHC card (4GB - 32 GB)

  • File system

    MTR partition: TASCAM original
    FAT partition: FAT32

  • Built-in mic

    Omni directional, 2 pcs

  • Input A jack

    XLR type (Balanced):
    Connector: XLR-3-31
    (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
    Input impedance: 2.4 kOhms
    Standard input level: -16 dBu
    Maximum input level: 0 dBu

    1/4" phone jack type (Balanced):
    Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TRS phone jack
    (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
    When INPUT A switch is set to MIC/LINE:
    Input impedance: 10 kOhms or more
    Standard input level: +4 dBu
    Maximum input level: +24 dBu
    Headroom: 20 dB

  • Input A jack 1

    When Input A switch is set to Guiter:
    Input impedance: 1 MOhms
    Standard input level: -2 dBV
    Maximum input level: +14 dBV
    Headroom: 16 dB

  • Input B jack

    XLR type (Balanced):
    Connector: XLR-3-31
    (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
    Input impedance: 2.4 kOhms
    Standard input level: -16 dBu
    Maximum input level: 0 dBu

    1/4: phone jack type (Balanced):
    Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TRS phone jack
    (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
    Input impedance: 10 k Ohms or more
    Standard input level: +4 dBu
    Maximum input level: +24 dBu
    Headroom: 20 dB

  • Line Out Jack

    Connector: RCA pin jack
    Standard output level: -10 dBV
    Maximum output level: +6 dBV

  • Phones Jack

    Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
    Maximum output level: 40 mW + 40 mW or more (THD + N 0.1% or less, 32 Ohms load)

  • Control input/output ratings

    USB jack
    Connector: Mini-B type
    Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED, mass storage class

    REMOTE jack
    Connector: 2.5 mm TS jack

  • Audio performance

    Frequency response
    Input (Mic/Line) -> Line Out: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +1 dB/-3 dB

    Distortion
    Input (Mic/Line) -> Line Out: 0.01% or less

    S/N ratio Input (Mic/Line)) -> Line Out: 90 dB or more

  • Computer requirements

    Windows
    Pentium 300 MHz or faster
    128MB or more memory
    USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

    Macintosh
    Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266 MHz or faster
    64MB or more memory
    USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

    Recommended USB host controller
    Intel chipset

    Supported OS
    Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 (including 8.1)
    Macintosh Mac OS X 10.2 or later

  • Power supply

    AC input: 100-240 V, 1.0 A
    DC output: +12 V, 2.5 A

  • Power consumption

    5W

  • Operating Temperature

    5 to 35 deg. C / 41 to 95 deg. F

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    11.42 x 2.13 x 8.16" / 290.07 x 54.10 x 207.26mm (with out projections)

  • Weight

    1.4kg / 3.09lbs (with out AC adaptor)

  • UPC Code

    043774030507

About Tascam DP-03SD Recorder

The DP-03SD is an affordable way to get into TASCAM's famed Portastudio system of making recording simple and affordable for musicians. The 8-track digital recorder captures your music at CD quality to affordable SD/SDHC cards and a 4GB card is included with the recorder. With built-in microphones, effects and mastering, the DP-03SD provides everything musicians need to record and share their music. A pair of stereo condenser microphones is built into the front panel of the DP-03, helpful for capturing a rehearsal, live performance or songwriting ideas. Also included are a pair of high-quality XLR microphone preamps with phantom power for condenser microphones. 1/4" line inputs are also available and an instrument-level switch allows you to record a guitar or bass without a direct box.

A three-button footswitch, the RC-3F, is available for control and punch in. Routing the inputs to one of the eight tracks is simple and you can record two at a time until you fill up all eight. A tuner and metronome are built-in for tight-sounding tracks, each with its own dedicated button for quick access. Track can be edited with commands like copy/paste, silence, clone track and undo. Bouncing is also available, even bouncing all eight tracks down to one or two. There's even the option to import a WAV file through USB. Each track has its own send to a stereo reverb processor as well as two-band shelving EQ.

Once you've perfected your mix with the 45mm faders, pan knobs, reverb and EQ, record it to the dedicated stereo master track. Your mix can be processed with mastering effects like EQ and limiting for a tight, modern sound. When you're satisfied, transfer your mix to a computer over USB 2.0. TASCAM's DP-03SD is the simplest, best-sounding way to share your music with the world.

Tascam DP-03SD Recorder Features

  • 8-track Digital Portastudio
  • Records to SD/SDHC Card media
  • Import WAV files from USB
  • Built-in stereo condenser microphone
  • Two XLR microphone inputs with phantom power
  • 1/4" stereo line inputs
  • Switchable instrument-level input for guitar/bass direct recording
  • Multi-band mastering effects
  • 2-band EQ per track
  • Internal reverb processor with dedicated send per track
  • Chromatic Tuner and Metronome
  • Track editing, autopunch and bounce features
  • Optional RC-3F footswitch offers three switches for punch-in and transport operation
  • Compact and lightweight

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • 8-track Digital Portastudio
  • Records to SD/SDHC Card media
  • Import WAV files from USB
  • Built-in stereo condenser microphone
  • Two XLR microphone inputs with phantom power
  • 1/4" stereo line inputs

What's in the box:

  • Tascam DP-03SD Digital Portastudio 8-Track Recorder
  • PS-1225L AC Adaptor
  • Power Cord for AC Adaptor
  • 2GB SD Card
  • Owner's Manual
  • Tascam 1 Year Limited Warranty