Tascam DP-006 digital audio recorder Black

"Music Sketch Pad" – A Songwriting Tool That Anyone Can Use

Battery-Powered Compact Multi-Track Recorder

Song ideas can happen anywhere. With the DP-006 and the DP-008EX, you'll be ready. Jot down ideas for your songs using these professional sounding multi-track recorders. For extra battery life, you can add TASCAM's BP-6AA external battery pack.

Built-In High-Quality Stereo Condenser Microphones – For Easy On-the-Spot Recording

The DP-006 and the DP-008EX have two condenser microphones built into the front of the units. Record vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. TASCAM carefully chose the best sounding microphones for our recorders. Modeled after the top-selling DR series microphones, you can be assured high-quality sound. The DP-006 even includes a tripod mount for versatile set-up and placement.

Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface – Designed Like an Analog Cassette MTR

Both models are optimally designed for on-the-spot recording. No unnecessary features were included that might complicate the recording to ensure easy functionality, and dedicated knobs make recording faster than digging through menus. Designed with Portastudio functionality, these POCKETSTUDIOs are the easiest songwriting scratchpads you can buy.

Ultra Light Weight Design – Carry It With You Everywhere

The DP-006 and the DP-008EX both feature ultra light-weight designs to ensure portability. The DP-006 is 13 oz, and the DP-008EX is 21.5 oz. (without AA batteries)

Tuner and Metronome Included

Both models include a fully functioning chromatic tuner and a metronome.

Two Analog Inputs for External Microphones and Electric/Acoustic Guitar

Both models have two inputs with 1/4" jacks, these terminals provide to connect an external microphone, an electric-acoustic guitar and a line-level device like a synthesizer. Cables sold seperately allow you to connect an iPad or other sound device.

Flexibility for Music Production

Record to SD/SDHC Card (up to 32GB) With High-Speed Data Transfer via USB2.0

Both models record to widely available SD/SDHC card media (2GB card included). In addition, both models can connect to PCs via USB2.0 for high-speed data transferring. All song ideas can be transferred via USB or SD card readers to and from the units at any point in the recording process. Files can be used in DAW software for further editing and production.

Quickly Fix/Re-record Tracks with the UNDO/REDO Function

Fix performance errors using the Undo and Redo functions. Instant Undo frees you to try new ideas without worrying about erasing your last take.

File Import and Export by Wav Format

Both models supported file import/export by Wav format. Also, mono file and stereo file are available. This feature offers various advantages. For example, at first, you import an instrumental song which created by a DAW. Then, your ideas capture by the DP-006 or the DP-008EX. After recording, these ideas can export from a DP, you can be editing and mixing raw song data and recorded data on your DAW.