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Tascam 2488 Neo Multitrack Digital Recorder
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Tascam 2488 Neo Multitrack Digital Recorder

The Tascam 2488 Neo Multitrack Digital Recorder is the next generation of TASCAM's 24-track, 24-bit recorders.
Featuring 8 mic inputs, this recorder is up to the challenge of recording and mixing a full band. Create a fully mastered CD with excellent mastering effects; reverb, amp simulation, compression and EQ processing. TASCAM utilizes an easy-to-use interface, powerful preamps and all the effects needed to light up the charts. The 2488 Neo is the ultimate 24-track production machine.

Tascam 2488 Neo Features
  • New mastering effects; multiband compression, EQ and noise shaping for pro-sounding CD mixes
  • 3-band EQ on 24 channels
  • 8-inputs and stereo bus
  • High and Low sweepable shelving bands
  • Full parametric mid band
  • Three aux sends on all channels (except the effects return)
  • Loop effects; reverb, delay, chorus and more on an aux send and return
  • Guitar multi-effects; overdrive, distortion, chorus, delay, flange and more
  • Eight assignable dynamics processors for compression (record or mixdown)
  • Dedicated Stereo Compressor on the stereo output
  • Eight inputs: 4 XLR (or 1/4 inch) with phantom power and four 1/4 inch inputs
  • Nineteen 45mm faders including master fader
  • LCD display for viewing meters and edit parameters
  • 80GB hard drive
  • 250 Virtual tracks
  • CD-RW; Record Audio CDs, import/export WAV files and backup hard drive
  • High-speed USB 2.0 connect to PC or Mac for data backup and SMF/WAV file
  • Recording resolution: 44.1kHz, 16-bit or 24-bit
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Tascam 2488 Neo Multitrack Digital Recorder Specifications

Audio connections
  • MIC/LINE inputs (A to D): Combined XLR-1/4 inch TRS connector
    • XLR Input impedance: 2k ohms
      • Input level: -57 dBu (MIC) to -10 dBu (LINE)
      • Nominal input level: -10 dBu
      • Maximum input level: +6 dBu
    • 1/4 inch TRS Input impedance: 8k ohms
      • Input level: -43 dBu (MIC) to +4 dBu (LINE)
      • Nominal input level: +4 dBu
      • Maximum input level: +20 dBu
  • MIC/LINE inputs (E to H): 1/4 inch TRS connectors
    • Input impedance: 4k ohms
    • Input level: -43 dBu (MIC) to +4 dBu (LINE)
    • Nominal input level: +4 dBu
    • Maximum input level: +20 dBu
  • Alternate front panel Guitar input for Input H: unbalanced 1/4 inch
    • Impedance: 1M ohm
    • Input level: -55 dBu to -8 dBu
    • Normal input level: -8 dBu
    • Maximum input level: +8 dBu
  • Stereo L/R outputs: 2 unbalanced RCA jacks
    • Output impedance: 100 ohms
    • Nominal output level: -10 dBV
    • Maximum output level: +6 dBV
  • Effect Sends 1 and 2: 1 unbalanced 1/4 inch jack per send
    • Output impedance: 100 O
    • Nominal output level: -10 dBV
    • Maximum output level: +6 dBV
  • MONITOR L/R outputs: 2 balanced TRS 1/4 inch jacks
    • Output impedance: 100 O
    • Nominal output level: -2 dBu
    • Maximum output level: +14 dBu
  • Phones: Stereo 1/4 inch jack
    • Maximum output level: 55 mW + 55 mW (into 30 O)
  • Digital input: RCA jack
    • Data format: IEC60958 consumer use (S/PDIF)
  • DIGITAL output: RCA jack
    • Data format: IEC60958 consumer use (S/PDIF)
Audio performance
  • Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
  • Bit depth (resolution): 16-bit/24-bit (user-selectable, per song)
  • Crossfade time: 10 ms
  • Number of tracks: 24 (8 may be recorded simultaneously)
  • Frequency response: Inputs A to H
    • Stereo/Monitor/Effect Send: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+1.0/-1.0 dB; trim at min)
  • Noise level: Inputs A to H
    • Stereo/Effect Send: <90 dBV Monitor <82 dBu (trim at min)
      inputs with 150 O terminator, faders at nominal, 20kLPF+A curve
  • Dynamic range: Inputs A to H
    • Stereo/Monitor/Effect Send: >96 dB
      Faders at nominal; 20kLPF+A curve
  • Crosstalk: INPUTS A to H
    • Stereo/Monitor/Effect Send: >80 dB @ 1 kHz (trim at min, 1 input at max)
      Faders at nominal, 20kLPF+A curve
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: INPUTS A to H
    • Stereo/Monitor/Effect Send: < 0.01% (trim at min)
      Inputs at Max, 20kLPF
Physical specifications
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 21.5 x 14 x 5.7 inches (545 x 355 x 145 mm)
  • Weight: 17.6 lbs (8 kg)
  • Power requirements: 120 VAC, 60 Hz
  • Power consumption: 41 watts

 
 
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12 people rated this item
Scott Arthur Harrison from Hobbs New Mexico
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Subject:Own a Tascam TMD - 1000 Digital Baord / Cant wait to Buy this Recorder
Quality: Im Not sure ?? I Owned a Fostex 4 Track years ago and 1 day the Press and Record Buttons ( just broke off in the My Hands ) after I used the thing a Million times after Years of using it of Course >>
Features: I Really dunno, Cant wait to get 1, and Hook them up and Make Babies
Ease of Use: It Looks awesome, You cant Go Wrong Tascam In the late 70's theyr were under the Name TEAC back with 16 channell REEL to REELS
Sound: Tascam of Course, Why Buy studio time when for a Lil $$ you can own the Whole Dang Studio ?? Im Age 46 and I Need a Band, Drope me a Line I have 5 Guitars, soon to be 6 and @ 10,000 of Goodies
Reliability: Can't wait to Hear it !!
Overall: The Looks, The Price and Its TASCAM what more do you want ?? and price for $ 799 sound awsome
Do you own this product?: Not yet But I will very SOON
Date submitted: July 25, 2009
 
Chad from SEarcy, Arkansas
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Subject:What a Recorder!
Quality: This is a pretty solid plastic and well built and layed out about right!
Features: There are a lot of good reatures on this, but some more effects would be nice..
Ease of Use: This item is easy to use for someone that has used digital recorders before, but if you have not the manual is very detailed and user friendly!
Sound: The sound from the recording is great, clear!
Reliability: I have not had this item to long, but it seems to be very reliabil!
Overall: Tascam has always been a good company when recording. This is a 24 track reocrder and it has been priced great. The CD drive is not a flimpsy drive , it is solid like a computer and if something goes wrong they still make the drive!
Do you own this product?: Yes
Date submitted: 7-21-09
 
JASON JASVEN from hayward,ca USA
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Subject:i can't believe(did i spell that right?)
Quality: i hope the quality is dependable 'cause this thing kicks freakin' ***.but time will tell.
Features: 24 tracks. Heck yeah!
Ease of Use: not so easy,give it time.
Sound: it sounds like god. no b.s.i love thrash metal,and always wanted to make a cd that sounded as good as the music i loved as a teen in the 80's such as Exodus (Bonded in Blood)or Slayer (Hell Awaits)or even Venom (Welcome to Hell)how about Matallica's (kill 'em all)not a problem.this is the recocorder for the job.
Reliability: time is not a factor yet.if time proves it lasts it rules.
Overall: my zoom hd16cd broke.like the chump that i am i didn't send in the warinty(did i spell that right?)i don't care.anyway i reluctantly(?)bought this.good decision.(if you can't tell i suck at spelling)
Do you own this product?: yes
Date submitted: 6/23/09
 
Andre' from Wilmington, Delaware
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Subject:This is a GREAT product!
Quality: It is very lightweight, but very solidly made. Dependability depends on the user. I am sure after I get my real "grips" on it that it will be THE workhorse of my project studio.
Features: The best features of this product would definitely be the easily assignable channels. Simply choose your source and your track number and you never have to switch your input cords. It makes for a more permenent studio installation. The effects are nice as well.
Ease of Use: This recorder has very little or no learning curve. Some of the features may take some time to perfect like any other piece of electronic instrument, but basically is extremely easy to use! It was ready to record straight out the box. I did some preliminary tests and prctice and I was off and running. The manual (unlike other products) was a snap to read. No extremely hard verbage, just plain english.
Sound: It isn't a tone generator, but the digital quality is unsurpassed.
Reliability: I have only had it for about a month, but it seems very very sturdy.
Overall: Overall this would probably be the best gear purchase I have made!
Do you own this product?: Yes
Date submitted: 11/2/09
 
Dre' from wilmington, Delaware
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Subject:What a GREAT machine!!!!!!!!
Quality: It seems very sturdy, but lightweight enough to be portable in certain applications.
Features: MANY MANY features to choose from! Haven't tapped into ALL of them yet, but it's comfrting to know that they are readily accessible.
Ease of Use: The NEO is very user-friendly!!!! Usually it takes a bit of a learning curve when you get new gear. With the manual and hands-on, I was up and running right out of the box! I used the manual as a "guide" after going forward and trying my hand at the features first.
Sound: The sound quality is STELLAR!!!!! i listened to the demo recording that came with the unit and WOW!!!!! I only hope to record with that kind talent. It is very cool to know I am able to do that with the gear I have now though!
Reliability: So far it has been reliable, but I've only owned for a week now!
Overall: I had been wanting this unit for some time now and was finally able to afford it. I am ever so glad I have it in my studio now!!!
Do you own this product?: Yes!
Date submitted: 10/21/09
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