Tascam X-48 Hard Disk Digital Workstation

Tascam X-48

 is a high-quality desk or rack mount digital audio workstation. Tascam X-48 supports up to 48 tracks of 24-bit/96kHz audio for recording and playback, and has versatile editing, mixing, and DSP functions. The Tascam X-48 easy-to-use interface features individual level meters for each of the 48 tracks and simple, intuitive controls for recording and playback. The Tascam X-48 unit records time-stamped Broadcast Wave Files to the internal 80GB hard drive. A built-in DVD burner is also included in Tascam X-48 for backups and transfers to DVDs or CDs.

Tascam X-48 has turn-key operation so you get all of the best features of a DAW without having to troubleshoot software issues. Files can be exported in AAF format for compatibility with major workstation programs such as Nuendo, Pro Tools, and Logic. FireWire, USB, and Gigabit Ethernet connectors make Tascam X-48 easy to store and transfer your work between systems.

Tascam X-48 offers great digital audio connectivity options, with six TDIF digital I/O connectors and RCA coaxial S/DPIF I/Os. Other connectors include MIDI in and out, and BNC connectors for SMPTE time code and video clock. Two expansion slots are provided that allow you to add digital or analog I/Os to your system. Terrific live or post-production applications, the Tascam X-48 has everything you need for high-quality audio recording, editing, and mixing in one affordable unit.

Desk or Rack
The Tascam X-48 unit has feet for desktop use, or it may be installed in a standard audio rack.

48 Tracks
Record, play back, or mix 48 tracks of audio simultaneously.

High-Quality Audio
The X-48 supports audio files at resolutions up to 24-bit/96kHz.

Digital I/O
TDIF and S/PDIF I/Os transmit full digital audio. MIDI input and output connectors are also provided.

Turn-Key Operation
Eliminate the need to troubleshoot software conflicts.

32-Bit Floating Point
32-bit floating point recording and mixing

Multiple File Formats
Record to Broadcast Wave Files, export as AAF or Open TL

Storage Options
Record to the internal 80GB hard drive, use the built-in DVD burner to backup to DVD or CD, or use the USB, FireWire, or Ethernet jacks for further storage options.

Easy-To-Use
The simple interface has easy-to-use controls and meters for each of the 48 channels.

Syncing
Connectors are provided for SMPTE time code, word clock, and video clock.

Expandable
Two expansion slots are provided to add extra digital or analog I/Os to the system.

DSP
Each channel of Tascam X-48 has dynamic control, 4-band parametric EQ, and four VST plug-in inserts.

Type Desk/Rack Mount Digital Multitrack Recorder

Number of Tracks 48

Digital Audio Format Broadcast Wave File, AAF, Open TL

Sampling Frequencies 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96kHz (Plus Other Pull-Up and Pull-Down Conversions)

Recording Media Internal 80GB Hard Drive
Built-In DVD+RW Drive for Backup to Recordable DVDs or CDs

Max Simultaneous Recording 48

Max Simultaneous Playback 48

Recording Time Not Specified by Manufacturer

A/D Converter 24-bit

D to A Converters 24-bit

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Not Specified by Manufacturer

Input Connections

6 x 25-Pin TDIF Digital Inputs
1 x S/PDIF RCA Coaxial Digital Input
1 x MIDI Input
1 x BNC Video Clock In
2 x Expansion Card Slots (For Digital or Analog I/O)

Output Connectors

6 x 25-Pin TDIF Digital Outputs (Same Connectors as Inputs)
1 x S/PDIF RCA Coaxial Digital Output
1 x BNC Video Clock Thru
1 x MIDI Output
1 x VGA Video Output
4 x USB Ports (For Keyboard, Mouse, or External Storage)
2 x 6-Pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) Ports
1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet Jack (Fully Configurable)
1 x 10/100 Ethernet Jack (DCHP)

Vari Pitch Control 6%

Jog/Shuttle No

Remote Control No

Control I/O

1 x 1/4" Footswitch Jack
1 x 9-Pin RS-422 D-Sub Connector
2 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Inputs (USB Also Available)

Time Code I/O

1 x 1/4" SMPTE LTC Input
1 x 1/4" SMPTE LTC Output

Word Clock I/O

1 x BNC In
1 x BNC Out
1 x BNC Thru

Dimensions (WxDxH) 19 x 17.3 x 7.3" (483 x 439 x 184mm)

Weight 30.2 lbs (13.7kg)

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