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The 2488neo is Tascam's latest take on its 24-track, 24-bit recorder. Sporting eight mic inputs, it's one of the few recorders able to record and mix a full band. A ... Learn more... 114 People Rated: 4.5 out of 5

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Tascam 2488 24-Bit 24-Track Digital Workstation

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Manufacturer's Description for Tascam 2488 24-Bit 24-Track Digital Workstation

Way way back in 1979, when Tascam introduced the first 4-track cassette tape Portastudio, they were also helping set the professional audio industry standard for recording tracks: 24. Like the Portastudio, 24 recording tracks caught on, becoming the primary creative tool for artists and producers worldwide. Was then. Still is. Only now everyone can have access to that magic number of tracks. Twenty-five years after the first Portastudio comes the incredible 2488. It's by far the most affordable 24-track recording and mixing workstation ever made for home studios - and the only model within 3X its price range that can truly run 24 tracks at 24-bits/ 44.1kHz. Eight inputs can be simultaneously recorded into the XLR and 1/4 in. inputs. Twenty physical faders control the mixdown channels; each channel has 3-band EQ and access to three built-in effects processors. A 40GB internal hard disk gives the user ample space for 20 to 30 24-track songs and virtual tracks for comping. Plus the 2488 has a USB 2.0 port for back-up via home computer.

Features:
3-band EQ on 24 channels, 8-inputs, tone generator and stereo bus with high and low sweepable shelving bands and full parametric mid band

3 aux sends on all channels except the effects return

Loop effect provides reverb, delay, chorus and more on an aux send and return

Assignable Guitar multi-effects processor for distortion, chorus, delay, flange and more

Up to 8 assignable dynamics processors for compression during recording or mixdown

Dedicated Stereo Compressor on the stereo output

8 inputs: 4 XLR with phantom power double as 1/4 in. mic/line inputs, plus four dedicated 1/4 in. mic/line inputs

20 x 45mm faders including master fader

LCD display for viewing meters and edit parameters

CD-RW drive to record Red Book CDs, import/export WAV files and backup hard drive

64-voice General MIDI sound module

Standard MIDI File player

High-speed USB 2.0 jack connects to PC or Mac� for data backup and SMF/WAV file zZounds is an authorized dealer of Tascam products.

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"2488 II is getting a bad rap for no good reason."

Sound: I only rate it a nine because I know that there are better units out there. Still it does everything I need as a part time pro. I have not experienced any problems that others have seen. I would like to have better access to the patch bay. The manual is a little sketchy for a beginner. Feature: Again, I am sure that there are better units out there but for the price PLEEEEZE! I am still finding out features, short cuts and cool goodies that make my life easier. Ease of Use: Like I said, the manual could be more user friendly. Some of the instructions are vague. Controlling the features are easy once you get the hang of it. The recalling of scenes is a little mystical still. Also the detail about not being able to set in and out points util the display stops flashing gave me a fit. Probably newbie syndrom. Quality: I would love to see the unit be a little more sturdy as far as the chassis is concerned. I wouldnt want to carry it around alot as the case is mostly plastic. Value: Bang for the buck, I will have to say Tascam is the top. I did considerable research before buying including talking to other home recording freaks like me and It came highly recommended Manufacturer Support: It seems as though there are some problems with all tech support, but I have found that if you supply ample info and are prepared they tech support guys are good at getting you pointed in the right directions. The Wow Factor: The look of the unit is good but not easy to find all controls. There are better looking and arranged units but still, you cant have everything Overall: This unit has suprised me on all fronts. What it can do exceeds my current needs for recording/editing and I dont expect to outgrow it any time soon.

Style of Music: Country, Texas style country, 70s rock and blues

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"Tascam 2488 is affordable & great quality according to a nashville guitarist I know."

Sound: Sound is very clean & has very good loop effects but the sound on the stereo eq could be fuller on the vocal mix.A high quality set of monitors is a must to get a great cd sound from this portastudio. Feature: It has everything you need for instruments & solid midi compatibility. Quality: It will collect a lot of dust if I dont keep it covered when I'm not using it butoverall it has been made pretty tough.It is very handy to take places & record music for people. Value: I'll put it this way.A salesman at one music store tried to sell me a 16 track boss he said was better for a $ more100 & I'm like get outta here.I've talked to a nashville guitarist a while back & he said the Tascam 2488 is great quality & better than his analog recorder. Manufacturer Support: Oh yeah,where I boughtit the salesman ordered the Tutorial for me at 39.99 & it really enhanced what little bit of recording knowledge Ihave. Overall: a long time

Style of Music: christian music

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