Tascam X48 48-Track Hybrid Hard Disk Recorder

The X-48 has 96kHz/24-bit recording ability across all 48 tracks and 192kHz across 24 tracks. Multi format support for audio files and OMF import and export enable for integration into a range of workstations, including Pro Tools. The X-48 also supports Firewire hard drives and Gigabit Ethernet transfer. Other highlights include its built-in, automated 48-channel digital mixer, VGA display output, powerful editing functions and DVD+RW backup drive.

Features
48-track digital recording at up to 96kHz/24-bit

24-track recording at 192kHz/24-bit

32-bit floating point audio file recording and playback with no loss of track count

VGA and PS/2 connections for keyboard, monitor and mouse

Built-in 48-channel TDIF inputs and outputs

Built-in S/PDIF I/O

Two 24-channel option slots support analog, ADAT or AES/EBU expansion cards

Advanced integrated synchronization and machine control, including HDTV tri-level sync

Time-stamped Broadcast WAVE file format

Front-panel transport, track arming, project management and meter functions

Built-in 80GB hard drive

Built-in DVD+RW drive for backup and restore

Two FireWire (IEEE-1394) and four USB 2.0 ports for external hard drive support

Graphic User Interface for editing, mixing, plug-ins and meters

+/- 12.5% varispeed

Grid-style editing

Theater Play mode

Gigabit Ethernet, includes FTP server and drive sharing

Non-destructive editing with undo/redo

Built on embedded Windows XP operating system

OMF, AAF and OpenTL import and export

Additional Features
In addition, the X-48 functions as an all-in-one workstation, with powerful digital editing and mixing facilities:

Turn-key operation: no software or hardware conflicts to troubleshoot

48-channel digital mixing at 96kHz / 24-channels at 192kHz

6 stereo returns (60 inputs at mixdown)

24 busses

6 aux sends

Stereo buss

32-bit floating point mixer resolution

Full dynamic automation

Dynamics and four-band EQ per channel

4 VST plug-in inserts on each channel, group and aux return

Controllable using the US-2400 24-fader Universal Controller

Full graphic user interface

Expand your track count with this hybrid recorder. The onboard 80GB hard drive holds 48 tracks of 24/96 audio (24 tracks at 24/192), with multi-format support for pro-level DAW's including Pro Tools. Integration is easy with TDIF I/O, or direct-load your biggest projects with Gigabit Ethernet transfer. Onboard editing, front-panel track arming and metering, and keyboard/monitor/mouse connections offer easy navigation. USB/FireWire support for external drives.