9 best track digital recorders

Product description

TASCAM has been revolutionizing Portastudio since they invented them. For decades, TASCAM's Portastudio have remained the ideal scratch pads and easy-to-use home recording devices. Utilized by seminal artists and home for legendary albums throughout the years, TASCAM has stayed true to manufacturing rugged, compact, feature-rich song-writing and demo tools. The DP-006 is the most compact solid-state multi-track recorder on the market. TASCAM equipped it with 6-channels (2 Mono and 2 Stereo/Mono), selectable track modes, built-in high-quality stereo condenser mics and 2 mic/line inputs. This recorder will easily fit into any gig bag, pocket or suitcase. Clean only with dry cloth

• Up to six tracks recording (2mono tracks+ 2mono/stereo switchable tracks)
• CD quality recording (16bit/44.1kHz)
• Two tracks simultaneous recording/ six tracks simultaneous playback
• Dedicated stereo master track available
• 2 Built-in omni-directional condenser microphones

User questions & answers

Question:	I like to record from my portable PA (JBL EON210P) w/ RCA & 1/4" output. Is this a good recorder or is there other better options
Answer:	The DP006 is an entry level 4-6 track recorder. It's not a professional board, but it does what it claims to do very well.
Question:	can you record a live performace
Answer:	Absolutely! However your results will depend on the placement of the device. You could record a live performance using either the internal mic or using external mics strategically located. This little unit is pretty diverse in it's application. Results depend on your recording acumen. Which develop over time.
Question:	Can you transfer your recording to a thumb drive
Answer:	You record individual tracks that are then mixed down by you into a stereo mp3 with this same unit. From there, you can do anything with the mp3 file - put it on a thumb drive, email it, upload it, etc. If you are asking "can you go directly to thumb drive?", I don't think there is an easy way. It has an SD card that you can take out and put in any card reader, then you would be able to transfer onto a thumb drive.
Question:	does this need external speakers or are they built in? also what would be a good micraphone to use for i need one further away from the unit
Answer:	It does need some sort of device to output sound. It is equipped for headphones. You can use any mic you like as well as a condenser if you have phantom power capabilities. The onboard mics are good quality as well.

Product features

DP-006

Jot down ideas for your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. For extra battery life, you can add the BP-6AA external battery pack. Two condenser microphones built into the front of the units record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound. The DP-006 even includes a tripod mount for versatile set-up and placement.

Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface

Optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, these POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy.

Ultra Light Weight Design – Carry It With You Everywhere

The DP-006 and the DP-008EX both feature ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability. The DP-006 is 13 oz, and the DP-008EX is 21.5 oz. (without AA batteries)

Inputs for External Microphones and Electric/Acoustic Guitar

Both models have two inputs with 1/4" jacks, these terminals provide to connect an external microphone, an electric-acoustic guitar and a line-level device like a synthesizer. Cables sold seperately allow you to connect an iPad or other sound device.

Quickly Fix/Re-record Tracks with the UNDO/REDO Function

Fix performance errors using the Undo and Redo functions. Instant Undo frees you to try new ideas without worrying about erasing your last take.

Product description

Zoom H1n Handy Recorder (2018 Model)

• Streamlined Body with matte finish and newly designed protective mic enclosure
• Built-in stereo condenser microphones in 90-Degree x/Y format
• One-touch button controls.Battery life (alkaline batteries): Approximately 10 hours (continuous recording time using built-in mic, 44.1 kHz/16-bit)
• Localized and intuitive menus for easy operation.Input impedance: 2 kΩ
• Playback Speed Control, Voice Emphasize Filter, and Stereo overdubbing functions

User questions & answers

Question:	When you connect a mic into the input line. Can you mix it with the built-in mics
Answer:	No, but ZOOM makes (and Amazon sells) another model that will record FOUR channels --- the "same" two built-in mics PLUS two LINE/XLR jacks: the H5 (which I also own). (See here: http://amzn.to/2l8U4nC) (that's a lowercase L and N)
Question:	How can I use the zoom h1 as a dslr mic.? If it is possible do I have to press record on the zoom h1 and and press the record button on the dslr whe
Answer:	Just a note about recording into a dslr: the bitrate and sample rate you set on the zoom doesn't affect the bitrate and sample rate recorded onto the dslr file. Your dslr always determines the bitrate and sample rate. (IE: for most Canon's that's 44khz/16 bit). The audio quality from the zoom will be better than your on-camera mic simply because the microphone itself is higher quality, but don't expect to be recording 96khz/24 bit audio straight into your dslr's .mov files!
Question:	can I record a piece to video with the Zoom recording my voice and then synch it to video
Answer:	Sure thing. I use mine as a primary aiduo recorder for my Nikon D5300. I use the sound from the camera as areference track and then stnc the wave file from the Zoom to the video using Final Cut X. Works perfect with much better sound quality.
Question:	What does this device actually record onto - some sort of a memory card or flash drive? I'm looking for something that will record at least 6 hours
Answer:	You get roughly 12 hours on the 2GB micro SD card included, in MP3 320kbps. Quality is excellent. If you want WAV format your looking at about 2.5 hours with the stock card. Larger cards are cheap though so it's upgradable.

Product features

Zoom H1n

The evolution in portable recording continues with the Zoom H1n. Designed for creators of all kinds, the H1n boasts built-in 90-degree X/Y stereo mics, advanced one-touch button controls, and distortion-free recording. It’s powerful enough for professional projects yet small enough to fit into your pocket. It’s the ultimate.

take-anywhere recorder for every creators gig bag.

Built-in 90˚ X/Y Microphones

The H1n features built-in X/Y stereo microphones for capturing high-quality stereo sound. The mic itself covers a wide area while emphasizing the center of the sound field, allowing creators to record crystal clear audio in almost any setting.

Record Anytime, Anywhere

Thanks to the H1n’s compact and rugged design, it can record high-quality sound just about anywhere. It features a newly designed mic enclosure to protect the X/Y mics from wear and tear, so you can put it your pocket, toss it in your backpack, or take it out in the field.

Distortion-Free Recording

An advanced onboard limiter enables the H1n to record distortion-free signal up to 120 dB SPL. Capture concerts, band practice, or other loud environments without compromising audio quality.

Enhanced Playback and Control

Playback Speed Control lets you easily transcribe interviews. For musicians, the A-B repeat comes in handy when you are learning and rehearsing. The overdub feature lets you add new sounds over existing recordings. You can also set the H1n to auto-record, pre-record, and self-time.

Easy-to-Use Menus and Controls

Graphic LCD display, one-touch button controls, and localized menus make the H1n perfect for both entry-level and professional creators. Quickly record song ideas, audio for film projects, lectures or meetings, podcast interviews, and more—all with exceptional audio quality.

Product description

The DP-03SD is an affordable way to get into TASCAM's famed Porta studio 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 2GB 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 digital recorder perfect for getting into TASCAM's famed PORTASTUDIO system of making recording simple and affordable
• Features a simple body and intuitive operation, like a cassette MTR, but with 8-track recording and 2-channel simultaneous input
• The XLR terminal supports condenser microphones while the TRS phone terminals enable guitar and keyboard connections.Frequency response:20Hz to 20kHz (+1/–3dB, INPUT (MIC/LINE) to LINE OUT)
• Equipped with two high-quality stereo condenser microphones for on-demand recording anytime, anywhere
• Create professionally-mastered audio with the DP-03SD alone through onboard mastering effects and editing functions
• A tuner and metronome are built-in for tight-sounding tracks, each with its own dedicated button for quick access

User questions & answers

Question:	Do you have to record through the built in recorder or can you use a daw on your pc too
Answer:	Not sure how to but you can, that's made to record instrumentals and also vocals, I didn't need it because I make my instrumentals with a software so went with protools for vocals.
Question:	Does this come with a power supply and SD card, or do I need to buy them separately? I don't see anything about that in the description
Answer:	Yes on the power supply and sd card but you might want to buy a bigger sd card if your planning on recording alot.
Question:	other than the obvious extra tracks, is this relatively the same as the Tascam 24 track
Answer:	There are two versions of this unit, the DP-24SD and the DP-32. The DP-24 has 12 mono channels and 6 "Fixed"stereo channels. The DP-32 has 8 mono channels and 10 stereo or mono channels. You can only record 8 tracks at once so either 8/mono or 4/stereo (each stereo channel counts as 2 tracks) or any combination not to exceed 8 tracks. The processing and Physical layout are the same pretty much the same.
Question:	The dp 32sd says you can record 8 inputs at one time. the comments here say you can only record 2 inputs at one time. which is correct
Answer:	Look at which version they are reviewing. This Amazon listing allows buyers to choose one of three different recorders...one being the 8 track which only allows 2 inputs. The customer reviews below include the combined comments for purchases of all three versions... so you are obviously reading comments directed towards the 8 track version. The 32 track recorder does in fact allow eight inputs with simultaneous recording.

Product features

DP-03SD

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.

Stereo Condenser Microphones

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.

Tuner and Metronome

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

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.

Utilizing SD/SDHC media ensures confident recording

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. When you’re satisfied, transfer your mix to a computer over USB 2.0.

Product description

Tascam DP-03SD 8-Track Digital Portastudio Multi-Track Audio Recorder with Pro Headphone and Pair of EMB XLR Cables and Gravity Magnet Phone Holder Bundle

• Tascam DP-03SD Recorder + Pro Headphone + Pair EMB XLR Cables + Gravity Phone Holder Bundle
• A digital recorder perfect for getting into TASCAM's famed PORTASTUDIO system of making recording simple and affordable
• Features a simple body and intuitive operation, like a cassette MTR, but with 8-track recording and 2-channel simultaneous input
• Equipped with two high-quality stereo condenser microphones for on-demand recording anytime, anywhere
• A tuner and metronome are built-in for tight-sounding tracks, each with its own dedicated button for quick access

User questions & answers

Question:	Could this mixer be used to monitor two microphones for a podcast
Answer:	What is the size of the vacuum at the base? How wide and how deep?
Question:	I'm an older guy that needs someone to show me simply how to record yourself up to 4 times ( overdub ) and then copy unto a CD. The book is so darn co
Answer:	I don't know because I sold the truck. The Toyota driver's seat was coming apart at the seams with less than 80K miles and the seat repair worked well.
Question:	can i hook it up to a PlayStation 2 andv rec a track
Answer:	To future buyers: yes, it can. Exact same product as the yellow and green boxes.
Question:	Can you use this with a mac
Answer:	I used it on a vinyl golf cart seat and it worked great. I read the package and it does say "Can be applied underwater on smooth non-textured vinyl surfaces" it also says "works on all dry vinyl". It doesn't say anything about rubber which I assume your inflatable boat is. If I'm not mistaken, I think I remember seeing a similar product (on line) for boat applications.

Product description

BOSS continues its top-selling tradition of portable, affordable multi-trackers with the new BR-800 — a battery-powered studio to go. The sleek new design is made possible by touch-sensor switches and SD-card recording media. Up to four tracks can be recorded simultaneously with eight tracks of simultaneous playback plus an additional stereo track dedicated to the built-in rhythm generator. The BR-800’s powerful onboard effects processor includes GT-10/10B effects, VE-20 vocal effects and harmonies, and COSM-based acoustic-guitar body modeling. EZ Recording feature interactively guides through the recording process. A stereo microphone is also built into the BR-800 for instant “Song Sketch” recording. No matter where you roam, you’ll never miss a moment of musical inspiration with the BR-800. EZ Recording Whether you’re creating intricate, multi-layered songs or point-and-capture field recordings, the BR-800 makes the recording process fast and easy. Beginners will love the new EZ Recording mode that interactively guides you through the recording process. Other helpful features include the convenient Retry function, which recues automatically to fix mistakes, and Song Sketch recording for instant, one-touch capture. There’s also a built-in stereo condenser microphone plus a DR-880-quality rhythm generator for adding drum and percussion tracks to your songs. Pro Effects Enhance your recordings with the powerful BOSS effects onboard the BR-800. Many of the effects are derived from BOSS’s flagship processors, including vocal effects from the VE-20, COSM guitar/bass amps and effects from the GT-10 series, modeled acoustic-guitar body effects from the AP-1 preamp, which imparts pro-quality miked-up sound and rich body tone to line-recorded acoustic guitar. You’ll be amazed at how much processing power is built into this little recorder, and how excellent the effects sound.

• 4-track simultaneous recording, 8-track simultaneous playback plus dedicated stereo rhythm track playback
• EZ Recording interactively guides through the recording process
• Powerful guitar, bass, and vocal effects derived from BOSS’s flagship processors
• Song Sketch recording for quick stereo capture in WAV format
• Built-in advanced drum machine with editor software

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it use flash drive for memory backup
Answer:	I use the bare floor setting for my hardwood and tile floors which does not use the bush roll. For my short pile mats I usually use the standard brush. Hope this helps.

Product description

Battery-Powered Compact Multi-Track RecorderSong ideas can happen anywhere. With the DP-006 and the DP-008EX, you'll be ready. Jot down ideas for your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. For extra battery life, you can add TASCAM's BP-6AA external battery pack.  Built-In High-Quality Stereo Condenser Microphones - For Easy On-the-Spot RecordingThe DP-006 and the DP-008EX have two condenser microphones built into the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM carefully chose the best sounding microphones for our recorders. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound. The DP-006 even includes a tripod mount for versatile set-up and placement.  Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface - Designed Like an Analog Cassette MTR Both models are optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, these POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy. Ultra Light Weight Design - Carry It With You Everywhere  The DP-006 and the DP-008EX both feature ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability. The DP-006 is 13 oz, and the DP-008EX is 21.5 oz. (without AA batteries)Tuner and Metronome Included&nbs...

• Song ideas can happen anywhere. With the DP-006 and the DP-008EX, you'll be ready. Jot down ideas for your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. For extra battery life, you can add TASCAM's BP-6AA external battery pack.
• The DP-006 and the DP-008EX have two condenser microphones built into the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM carefully chose the best sounding microphones for our recorders. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound. The DP-006 even includes a tripod mount for versatile set-up and placement.
• Both models are optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, these POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy.
• The DP-008EX has six different types of reverb to help find the ideal space for your song. It's simple to send to the reverb with dedicated control knobs for each track. Reverb effects include: Hall1/2, Room, Studio, Plate1/2. Reverb time and master level can both be adjusted.
• BUNDLE INCLUDES: Tascam DP-008EX Portastudio | 4GB SD Card | 4 AA Batteries | USB Cable (80cm) | Manual Warranty | Tascam TH-02-B Headphones | Deco Gear Pro Audio Headphone Stand - Matte Black | 32GB Memory Card | 6 x 6 inch Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Product features

Tascam DP-008EX Compact Portastudio 8 Track Digital Recorder

Song ideas can happen anywhere. With the DP-006 and the DP-008EX, you'll be ready. Jot down ideas for your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. For extra battery life, you can add TASCAM's BP-6AA external battery pack.

Built-In High-Quality Stereo Condenser Microphones - For Easy On-the-Spot Recording

The DP-006 and the DP-008EX have two condenser microphones built into the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM carefully chose the best sounding microphones for our recorders. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound.

Ultra Light Weight Design - Carry It With You Everywhere

The DP-006 and the DP-008EX both feature ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability. The DP-006 is 13 oz, and the DP-008EX is 21.5 oz. (without AA batteries)

Two XLR Inputs with +48V Phantom Power

The DP-008EX can supply phantom power for condenser microphones, even when operated with AA batteries.

Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface - Designed Like an Analog Cassette MTR

Both models are optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, these POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy.

Included Tascam TH-02 Closed-Back Professional Headphones

TASCAM's new TH-02 closed-back, stylish headphone delivers a sound you have to hear to believe. TASCAM spent over a year comparing technologies, designs and methods to provide you with an amazing headphone for less than a third of the cost.

The sensitivity and frequency response of the TH-02 deliver clear balanced sound to fit all of your favorite tunes, regardless of genre or application. These high-powered headphones produce pristine highs, clear mid-range, and rich low end where most other headphones leave you yearning for more.

Deco Gear Pro Audio Headphone Stand

Suitable for most headphones: It fits most headphones with a headband width within 1.8 inch/4.6 cm and device height within 8.85 inch/22.5 cm such as Bluetooth Headphone, Active Noise Canceling Headphone, Gaming Headphone, Telephone Headset, Children Headphone and so on.

Product Features:

• Made of aluminum headset stand and TPU rubber
• Suitable for most headphones
• Keeps your headphones stable and secure
• Simple, sleek design for a stylish desktop

32GB Memory Card

Whether you're a professional photographer, videographer, or enthusiast, Lexar Professional 633x SDHC/SDXC UHS-I cards provide performance you can trust. These high-speed, Class 10 cards leverage UHS-I technology to provide a read transfer speed up to 633x (95MB/s).

Deco Gear Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

• High-quality microfiber material absorbs and removes dust, fingerprints, dirt, oil smudges, and more
• Safe for cleaning all types of delicate surfaces including cell phone screens, camera lenses, computer/monitor screens, televisions, binoculars, telescopes, sunglasses, eyeglasses, watches and more.
• Size: 6 x 6 inches (15cm x 15cm).

Product description

The Zoom H6 Handy Recorder Change the Way You Think About Recording… Forever Zoom's flagship H6 is the most advanced portable recorder ever. It utilizes a system of interchangeable input capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lenses of a camera and comes with both X/Y and Mid-Side stereo mics. Great for live recording as well as studio-quality music production, the H6 offers six tracks of simultaneous recording and four mic/line inputs. Do not use in very high humidity or where it could be splashed by water

• Direct recording to SD cards up to 128GB.Display 2.0-inch full color LCD (320 x 240 pixels)
• Gain knobs, pads, and phantom power for each input. Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 122 dB SPL
• Newly redesigned preamps with an ultra-low noise floor, up to 24-bit/96kHz audio in wav or MP3 format
• Mountable directly to dslr or camcorder with optional hs-01 hot shoe mount adapter. Multichannel and stereo usb audio interface for pc/mac/ipad
• Includes: owners manual, XYH-6 X/Y capsule, MSH-6 MS capsule, AA size LR6 battery x4, USB cable, sponge windscreen, cubase LE software, case

User questions & answers

Question:	Can an acoustic electric guitar be plugged directly into the 1/4" input for clean recording
Answer:	It is not.
Question:	Is phantom power available for the additional 2 channel XLR accessory
Answer:	The 4 XLR inputs create individual mono files from the mics attached. The attached mics, 2 at 90 degrees as shown in picture, create a single stereo file. All 5 of these files can be mixed using an audio package. I did this using 4 mics and the 90 degree onboard to record my nephews band playing a gig. I remixed the audio using those files and then laid that over the video track of same song. worked beautifully.
Question:	Will it create separate audio files from 2 shotgun mics and 2 lav mics so I can then create my own mix in Post? Does it all go into one file
Answer:	Turn it up to 10 and rip the knob off!!! =11
Question:	Does the rotary gain control go to
Answer:	Thanks for your question. The cable comes with the inverter is 25mm2 600mm-long(23.6inch). Any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Product description

The dr-40's four-track recording mode gives you several options to record, indicated by LED's on the front of the unit.

• Product type : VOICE RECORDER
• package height : 20.32 cm
• package length : 8.382 cm
• package width : 13.97 cm

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you have one mic at xy and the other at ab, making it more like an omnidirectional mic/recording situation
Answer:	🤔Intersting...however the setting won't let u select a setup like that...once the device detects a move from (onboard) the mics it prompts u to choose XY or AB
Question:	Is there a timer on this? Such as an auto timer to turn on at a set hour and shut off at a set time
Answer:	Not that I know of, again the comment about googling the manual probably answer your question. Sorry but I just don’t have a need for that function at this time.
Question:	Does it have xlr inputs
Answer:	yes
Question:	Does this unit provide phantom power for attached microphones
Answer:	Yes it has mic inputs for phantom power. With switchable 24V or 48V phantom power and ample gain, the mic preamps can serve a variety of microphones such as dynamic, ribbon, or condenser types.

Product description

Versatile four-track audio recorderVersatile four-track audio recorder for cinema, music, podcasting and any other application. Easy-to-use compact design with a high-performance feature set and versatile audio I/O, all to produce professional content.FeaturesProfessional Deal for live capture: line level inputDual Neutrik XLR/TRS combo jacks support both mic-level and +4dBu line-level. These inputs can accept balanced microphone or line level from Mixers or the FOH console. The microphone preamp includes +48V phantom power and plenty of gain for detailed recordings with condenser microphones, as well as electret type microphones. Using the stereo built-in microphones, you can capture ambient sound of the audience while recording direct from an external console, which is ideal for capturing live performances.Wide covering range: from whispering voice to jet engineDR-40X allows high-quality recording with its stereo built-in condenser microphones. Every detail is captured from small whispers to loud sounds up to 125dB SPL. These built-in microphones are adjustable unidirectional microphones for recording in an X-Y pattern for tight stereo imaging, or in an A-B pattern for a more ambient recording.Less ThanBrGreater ThanSimple operationThe layout of the DR-40X has been revamped to be quick and easy to work with one thumb. Operations like recording, adjusting levels, deleting bad takes and adding markers are just a button pres

• DR-40X Four-Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface (Red) - 3x AA Alkaline Batteries - Tilt Foot - Owner's Manual - Tascam 1 Year Limited Warranty
• High-quality unidirectional stereo condenser microphones that can record in A-B and X-Y positions
• XLR/TRS inputs compatible with +4dBu line level / +48V
• 4-channel mode that can be used for dual recording and nondestructive overdub recording, etc.
• Support multiple languages for menu (ENG/FRA/DEU/ITA/ESP/RUS/PRT/JPN/CHI/KOR)