The TASCAM HS-8 stands as a testament to innovation, delivering unparalleled capabilities for recording enthusiasts and professionals seeking a versatile and high-performance multitrack recorder. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, the HS-8 redefines the recording experience.
Multifaceted Recording Options
The TASCAM HS-8 embraces the power of Compact Flash (CF) cards (Ultra DMA compatible) as recording media, offering reliability and speed. Experience the freedom of simultaneous recording with 8-channel multitrack and stereo mix at 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bit. Dive deeper into your creativity with 8-channel multitrack recording at 88.2/96 kHz, 16/24 bit, and 4-channel multitrack recording at 176.4/192 kHz, 16/24 bit.
Professional-Grade Formats
Capture every nuance with Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) files, ensuring uncompromised audio quality in your recordings with the TASCAM HS-8.
Enhanced Control
Elevate your workflow with flash start capabilities using the optional RC-HS20PD and navigate effortlessly through your recordings with JOG/SHUTTLE functions. The TFT colour touchscreen provides an intuitive interface for seamless operation.
Versatile Connectivity
The TASCAM HS-8 is equipped with 8 balanced analogue inputs and outputs on 25-pin D-sub connectors, 8 AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs on a 25-pin D-sub connector, and 8-channel ADAT digital input and output. Additionally, it features 2 channels of balanced XLR analogue input and output, XLR AES/EBU digital input and output, and a dedicated headphones output.
Precision Timing
Benefit from BNC time code input and output, BNC video reference, as well as word clock input and output/thru, ensuring synchronisation in your recording setup.
Expanded Functionality
Stay connected with USB storage media for file copying (support planned in a version upgrade). The TASCAM HS-8 is future-ready with LAN (Ethernet) functions for file transfer, remote control, and monitoring over a network (support planned in a version upgrade). The cascade function allows multiple units to operate in sync, providing flexibility in your recording setup (support planned in a version upgrade).
Remote Control Options
Tailor your recording experience with parallel remote control, RS-232C serial remote control, and RS-422 (9-pin serial protocol standard) serial remote control.
Unleash the potential of your recordings with the TASCAM HS-8 – where precision, versatility, and control converge to redefine your audio production journey.