DP-02 or DP-008? I have been reading reviews of both Tascam units all over the place and am torn. I will be making home recordings using vocals, guitars, possibly a drum machine (does the 008 have one built in?). Nothing fancy, I can do mix downs on the computer so the built-in CD drive on the 02 is nice, but not necessary. Anyone familiar with both units and has a good breakdown of why one is better than the other? Price is a low priority issue between the two, so that factor isn't important.Thanks! DP-02 or DP-008? I have been reading reviews of both Tascam units all over the place and am torn. I will be making home recordings using vocals, guitars, possibly a drum machine (does... » Read More DP-02 or DP-008? I have been reading reviews of both Tascam units all over the place and am torn. I will be making home recordings using vocals, guitars, possibly a drum machine (does the 008 have one built in?). Nothing fancy, I can do mix downs on the computer so the built-in CD drive on the 02 is nice, but not necessary. Anyone familiar with both units and has a good breakdown of why one is better than the other? Price is a low priority issue between the two, so that factor isn't important.Thanks! « Show Less
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Hi Clint, Thanks tons for your insight. I believe I'll look at the DP-03 after considering your comments. Does the DP-03 have a built in drum machine? It's not overly important, just a 'nice to have'.
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Hey Kelly, the DP-03 doesn't have a drum machine, either. I don't really recall seeing any newer multitrack recorders featuring these, except for the Zoom R24 recorder. It is similar in price to the Tascam DP-03, but without a disc burner. On the other hand, it will also function as an audio interface for your computer, and has the built-in drum machine.Isn't it annoying how recorders all have only *some* of the features you find useful? :P
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Indeed! Looking at the Zoom's now - they look impressive. Thanks again for all your input Clint. Decisions, decisions...
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OK, please forgive this question as I'm new to digital recording; I just got this product and the instruction booklet does not talk about installing drivers for my machine which is Windows 7. Are the drivers on the included disk compatible with Windows 7? Or should I track down a Windows 7 only driver. If so, where can I find one I can safely (without risk of malware/virus) download one. Thanks
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This is only an interface to do recording on your machine. This does not store anything locally. You still need software to do the actual recording/storing of files. It comes with ProTools Express which IMO sucks because you must use monitors in order to hear what you are doing. ProTools will not output to your sound card, it will only come back out the monitor port of the AKAI box. I grabbed Cakewalk Sonar from Steam and that allows me to do either up to 2 stereo inputs (1/2 + 3/4) or up to 4 mono inputs for recording and I can output to my sound card so I can hear without investing in studio monitors.Works like a charm though. This is only an interface to do recording on your machine. This does not store anything locally. You still need software to do the actual recording/storing of files. It comes with ProTools Express which IMO sucks because you must use monitors in order to hear what you are doing. ProTools will not output to your sound card, it will only come back out the monitor port of the AKAI box. I grabbed Cakewalk Sonar from Steam and that allows me to do either up to 2 stereo inputs (1/2 + 3/4) or up to 4 mono inputs for recording and I can output to my sound card so I can hear without investing in... » Read More This is only an interface to do recording on your machine. This does not store anything locally. You still need software to do the actual recording/storing of files. It comes with ProTools Express which IMO sucks because you must use monitors in order to hear what you are doing. ProTools will not output to your sound card, it will only come back out the monitor port of the AKAI box. I grabbed Cakewalk Sonar from Steam and that allows me to do either up to 2 stereo inputs (1/2 + 3/4) or up to 4 mono inputs for recording and I can output to my sound card so I can hear without investing in studio monitors.Works like a charm though. « Show Less
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Dear Mike, you can record mixed tracks through USB or REC out available, if you were asking about guitar effects, not vocals then you should look for other mixers as well. This is a great mixer for music + vocals and produces great real time sound. I haven't experimented to record separate or isolated tracks along with mixed or live mixed sound. I may need some time to think and experiment on it. Still if you feel that you can elaborate your question, please do it, it may help me think further.
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I never did get that crappy unit to work very well. VERY clunky, primitive interface. Just get Tascam's newer model, the GB-10. It is WAYY better.
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As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for recording practices and shows. If you are trying to make a good HQ demo, get a tascam or something similar. As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for... » Read More As far as sound quality goes, its awesome. The part where it lags is on on muliti track recording. I say this because you can't record seperate tracks individually like you can on a digital recorder. You can run 6 drum mics, guitar cab, bass, and vocals and whatever else in simultaneously and be fine but they are all going yo be down to left or right channels. You can go back and add overbubs with no problem but if you everything on its own channel so you can go back in and protools it, its not gonna be so easy. But for what I use it for it is an awesome unit and I highly recommend it for recording practices and shows. If you are trying to make a good HQ demo, get a tascam or something similar. « Show Less
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Highly recommend you get a MIDI interface. M-Audio makes a good one, the 2 X 2. I've had it for years and I've always been very happy with it.
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Going to a computer suggests you're using a DAW (recording software or Digital Audio Workstation) which also means you should have an EQ within your software. If there is no EQ VST to be had inside your software, then yes. This CAN help. Trash in is trash out though. And always will be. If you are using the EQ to erase the effects of a sub par mic, bad mic technique, or a number of other less than desirable factors you may face, you may not be wow'ed with ANY rack EQ. Another tip for using ANY effect that shapes tone though is: Always cut and never boost. In this instance the DEQ1024 has 3 settings: +/- 6; +/- 12; and -24. If you stick to the "Always cut rule" you'll do just fine using the -24 setting. Just crank all the sliders full up, and start attenuating (cutting) the frequencies that are causing you problems. Another cool little toy the unit has is the Stereo Width... It will raise volume so pay attention to that, but if you ever decide to use it as an outboard effect to EQ a bus of instruments, you can widen or narrow the stereo field :) Oh, it also has pads (volume cuts) on the I/O panel. Handy for hot lines/mics. The only way this EQ will hurt your vox is if you don't know how to use it. (Edit - I was the one who wrote the Entry Level review... I bought it back in Jan 2010 when I was trying to record on a Tascam DP02-CF. I was running this EQ along with a reverb, Pre Recorder, to track everything. Well, at least before I figured out FX Loops. Then I switched/upgraded to a DAW, Reaper, and I rarely use the rack EQ. It resides between my Main Mix Outs and my Crossover for live use. You may notice, as you go along, that your EQ adjustments get smaller and smaller as you get more experience.) Happy EQ'ing (takes claw hammer to head)
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I want to answer your question. However your question does not make much sense. I am unclear what you mean by Tascam DP. I also do not understand what this effects processor unit has to do with phantom power. If you could give me a little more information on what you are looking for I would love to try to help you...
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It's compatible with many different OS & DAW's but my advice is to go to the Manufacturer's website & check with TASCAM themselves. They should be able to give you specifics on their product. If you get the runaround from them then try the Akai EIE or EIE/Pro Midi Interface. This interface is even better with an equal purchase price almost & will should work with your OS. But, just to be safe - check with Akai's website/manufacturer as well and of course with any other manufacturer before you make your final decision & purchase.
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I believe that Tascam has a midi model as well as the CD model. The problem that I had with mine was the CD wouldn't rotate and then the power supply was defective. Both were replaced by Amazon. The CDGT2 works OK as long as you don't get a lemon
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Hey Adam! I have done a bit of "digital audio recording" myself on Logic Express 9. I have managed to do this on an early 2008 white macbook (2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 1GB RAM, and a 120 GB 5400 rpm). I ran into a few problems with the hard drive being to slow and the application crashing because I didn't have enough RAM. Though I never ran into problems with the processor, and there is a reason for this. Recording software doesn't rely on the processor as much as it does the RAM and hard disk speed. A 2.4 GHz i5 is plenty for your needs. The things you should pay attention to are RAM, which this computer has 4 GB of (unless you are recording/mixing more than 7 or 8 tracks this will be plenty). It is expandable to 16 gb, which is probably enough RAM to handle time travel. And the hard drive speed...which if you manage your computers files well, and don't let it get all bogged down like a ...*gulp* WinDoWs ComPuTRe...then you will be ok ;). Basically what im getting at is that the i5 model will work just fine n' dandy, and as for the i7? You would just be buying a higher capacity, graphically faster (video games, videos, making shapes with the mouse pointer, the list goes on) laptop that has a better resale value. Hope this helped. -Andy
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This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to record a set. So just get as big of a card as possible. This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to... » Read More This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to record a set. So just get as big of a card as possible. « Show Less
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I would recommend the mic. While the DX1AE is a great guitar, the D-28 is 4 times more expensive and with the proper setup and EQ, will most likely record better. For a live performance, it all depends on the pickup you have in your D-28. I have a DX1AE and a D-18, and while the DX1AE sounds good, the D-18 sounds really great. I use a K&K with a K&K preamp for live performances, and it comes across very well.
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Piano>Microphone>Amplifier with mic input>Amplifier line output>CD recorder. Tascam CD-200 is not a recorder; it is for playback only.
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Hey. I have never owned the HD 650 but I can tell you that they are very commonly used in the studio and therefore have very flat sound. That's why you get that veil in the vocals (especially female vocals). The HD598 was made with audiophiles in mind but they are very enjoyable to listen to. The vocal and acoustic part of the midrange is the best I've heard in that price range. It's clear, spacious, and full without being heavy. I personally use my Hd598s to edit female vocals and piano and I am very happy with them. Many audiophiles say that the 598s are more enjoyable to listen to than the 650s or 600 despite the cheaper price.
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The TDK music 1x-4x 80 min CD-RW works on my TASCAM CDRW 750. What is more important is what media that is allowed to be used. ALWAYS look for the symbol "Compact Disc" and under it is usually MUSIC or some other definition. This is important because I can't use CD that can only be used in a computer hard drive. Double check your user manual for the types that can be used in your machine. If you no longer have the manual, search for it on the web and download it. Should be free. My biggest problem finding usable disks has always been for that symbol, and unfortunately, some sellers do not show it or tell you that you can use it for recording music media. These should work fine. The TDK music 1x-4x 80 min CD-RW works on my TASCAM CDRW 750. What is more important is what media that is allowed to be used. ALWAYS look for the symbol "Compact Disc" and under it is usually MUSIC or some other definition. This is important because I can't use CD that can only be used in a computer hard drive. Double check your user manual for the types that can be used in your machine. If you no longer have the manual, search for it on the web and download it. Should be free. My biggest problem finding usable disks has always been for that symbol, and unfortunately, some... » Read More The TDK music 1x-4x 80 min CD-RW works on my TASCAM CDRW 750. What is more important is what media that is allowed to be used. ALWAYS look for the symbol "Compact Disc" and under it is usually MUSIC or some other definition. This is important because I can't use CD that can only be used in a computer hard drive. Double check your user manual for the types that can be used in your machine. If you no longer have the manual, search for it on the web and download it. Should be free. My biggest problem finding usable disks has always been for that symbol, and unfortunately, some sellers do not show it or tell you that you can use it for recording music media. These should work fine. « Show Less