The DP-03SD is an affordable way to get into Tascam’s famed Portastudio system of making recording simple and affordable for musicians. This 8-track digital recorder captures your music at CD quality to affordable SD cards, and a 4GB card is already included with the recorder. With built-in microphones, effects and mastering, the DP-03SD provides everything musicians need to record and share their music.
 
Key features:
8-track digital Portastudio
Recording/playback at 44.1 kHz, 16 bit using SD/SDHC memory card
Simultaneous recording of two tracks
Record in stereo or record two independent mono sources
Simultaneous playback of eight tracks
Use dedicated controls on each channel for volume, pan and effect to create a mix
Dedicated stereo mixdown track
Mix your song to a stereo file you can transfer to a computer for MP3 encoding
Built-in stereo condenser microphone
Create a two-track recording instantly and without cabling
Two XLR mic inputs with phantom power
Plug in your favourite studio condenser microphones
Two TRS line inputs, one switchable to guitar (hi-Z)
Connect an electrical guitar or bass as well as synths, drum machines etc. directly
RCA line output
Connect your monitor amplifier/speakers here
Headphones output with level control
Two-band shelving EQ per track and on both inputs
Set the frequencies the low and high EQ knobs cut or boost depending on your sound sources
On-board Reverb processor to polish your mixes
On-board mastering effects
Get the most out of your mix with two-band EQ, single/multi-band compression and a normalizer to maximise the overall level and improve the sound density
Auto punch in/out
Record a marked section while playing or singing without pressing any button
Track bounce feature
Use more than eight tracks by creating a mixdown of several tracks to another track
Workstation-style editing with copy, move, open, cut etc.
Edit your tracks like a pro: tighten your timing, create loops, cut unwanted noise etc.
Multi-level undo/redo history
Undo/redo multiple steps in case you have made a mistake (including the editing functions)
Location marks
Set marks to easily locate the start of verses, soli, vocals etc.
Built-in tuner and metronome
USB 2.0 port
Backup/restore projects or import/export wave files from/to a computer
Nine 45-mm faders
Selectable foot switch operation mode
Foot switch with three switches and assignable functions available as an option (RC-3F)