The Portacapture X8 is a new generation high-res Multi-track Handheld Recorder. Utilising plug-and-go driverless functionality, the Portacapture X8 can be used as a compact mixer with built-in microphones for live streaming via OBS or similar platforms, and also offers direct recording of video narration and dialogue directly to DAW and editing software. The Portacapture X8 streams up to 8 tracks (6 inputs and 2 mix) through USB. By supporting the USB Type-C Power Delivery standard, Portacapture X8 can provide phantom power to each external mic at once with USB bus power. For video or audio conferencing, use the Portacapture X8 as your USB microphones and even record the audio simultaneously.
The Portacapture X8 comes with two 14.6mm diameter built-in microphones, the largest in the Tascam lineup. Employing a detachable mechanism, both L and R microphones can be flexibly attached/detached from the main unit to form A-B / True X-Y mic patterns. Wireless remote control is possible via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets (iPad and Android devices) using the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth dongle and the Portacapture Control app, which can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store or Google Play.
From monaural audio recording to multi-track music recording, the Portacapture X8 can be flexibly adapted for a wide range of applications. For the XLR/TRS inputs, TASCAM know-how utilising the in-house-developed HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps - enables high-quality audio recording. With its 2 built-in stereo mics, 4 XLR inputs with support for both mic and 1/4" line-level, EXT-IN, LINE OUT, and CAMERA IN/OUT connections, the Portacapture X8 is a versatile portable recorder with an abundance of IN/OUT choices. The unit's external mechanism provides flexible functionality. Portacapture X8 can be easily mounted on top of cameras and tripods, and be combined with AV rigs. The rear cold shoe mount also makes it possible to attach mic holders and/or wireless receivers.
The new Launcher system and 3.5-inch colour touch panel allow smooth navigation to select the best audio settings that match the application. Taking advantage of these presets, users will have more time to focus on the actual recording without the need to struggle with complicated settings. The Portacapture X8 provides a preset level setting to achieve a wide dynamic range utilising the premium dual AD converters and 32-bit float point recording technology. The result is content with uncompromised audio quality even with low level recordings. The audio data can be edited and increased later without deteriorating the S/N (signal-to-noise ratio). Also the internal normalise function allows automatic level alignment of the 2-mix file after recording. Combining these features, there's no need to use valuable creative time finding the right audio level that matches the recording.
Features
- Optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth dongle enables wireless remote control via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets (iPad and Android devices)
- Simple user-friendly app-like operation
- Utilises cutting-edge functionality for creating quality content
- 192kHz/ 32-bit floating point recording technology
- 3.5-inch colour touchscreen display
- Two large 14.6mm diameter built-in condenser microphones
- Microphones offer an easy setting of the available A-B and X-Y microphone patterns, offering a detachable mechanism for easy configuration
- High-quality discrete HDDA mic preamps
- 4 XLR inputs with support for both mic and line-level
- AUX-IN, LINE OUT, and CAMERA IN/OUT terminals
- DSP capability that includes Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Noise Gate, Reverb, Auto Gain Control, and more
- AK-DR series optional accessories that include an adapter for DSLR camera attachment, audio routing cables, a power supply, and more
- Multitrack record capability of 8 tracks (6 tracks plus 2 mix)
- 8-IN / 2-OUT USB Type C audio interface with support for USB bus power
- Suitable for multitrack recording, voice capture for interviews, podcasts, music recording, field recording, Video recording and ASMR
- Wireless remote control is possible via mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android)