Allowing you to record hands-on without the need for a computer, the DP-32SD 32-Track Digital Portastudio from Tascam can track up to 8 sources simultaneously with support for up to 32 tracks on playback. It features eight combo XLR-1/4" mic preamplifier inputs, with the eighth input also supporting Hi-Z sources such as guitar and bass. For hands-on control of your mix, the unit has 21 total faders (including the master) as well as a variety of EQ, compression, and guitar-based effects for tweaking your mix.

The unit records directly to SD and SDHC cards. Additionally, you can export your tracks to an external computer via the unit's USB port. A power supply and 4GB SD card are included.

Open Box Products Have a Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty    Record up to 8 Tracks Simultaneously    Records to SD/SDHC Cards    21 Faders    Up to 32 Track Playback    24-bit/48 kHz Resolution    8 x Combo XLR-1/4" Mic Inputs    Built-In Mixing & Mastering Effects    File Sharing via USB    4GB SD Card and Power Supply Included

The recorder has 12 selectable tracks between MONO or STEREO. Use a STEREO track for recording synthesizer, or set the track to MONO when recording guitar or vocal. Not only that, you can create independent settings for each track (set #9 to #12 STEREO, then set #13 to #22 MONO)

The device features 21 total faders, one of which is assigned as the master fader

The DP-32SD has a 3.5" LCD screen and select self-illuminated buttons, to view your entire creative process. Some of the illuminated buttons include SOURCE, SELECT, REC, MUTE

The DP-32SD has employed rotary knobs to control qualities such as EQ, Effect Send and other related features

The DP-32SD uses SD/SDHC media and a 4GB SD card is included. These cards provide secure shock resistance due to the absence of any moving parts. The file format in the DP-32SD is FAT 16 or 32. You can transfer the recorded files to your computer via USB.

The DP-32SD has 8 x combo XLR-1/4" inputs. You can record up to eight sources at one time

Input A-H and each track are equipped with 3-band EQ. The equalizer for each track and each input are independent from other effects. Record with EQ for each individual track

Use up to 8 dynamics effects at once, one for each input source. For example, utilize the built-in compressor effect for your bass, guitar, and drum tracks. In addition, the DP-32SD has multiple guitar and mixing effects

The unit is equipped with mastering effects for finished-sounding mixes. There is no need for computers when recording and mixing. The mastering effects section includes a Multi-Band Compressor, EQ, Noise-Shaping Dither, and a Normalize Effects. You can create a 2-track master file for transfer to your computer and delivering to CD mastering or sharing online

The headphone amplifier provides ample monitoring in loud environments such as a rehearsal studios or live performance

Track bounce function

Virtual tracks (8 virtual tracks per one track)

Locate mark up to 99 at one song

Chromatic tuner

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this unit have motorized faders?

A: The faders are not motorized.

Q: 2. How compatible with Mac OS Yosemite is this unit?

A: Very compatible if you stick to the spec's. Mac: OS X 10.6 to 10.10 CPU: Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266MHz or more Memory: 64 MB or more USB: USB 2.0

Q: 3. On the Tascam DP-32SD, how many of the eight inputs can supply phantom power simultaneously? (For instance, the Zoom R24 can have up to six)

A: The Tascam DP-32SD has phantom power available on all 8 mic input channels simultaneously. Switchable in 2 banks of 4.

Q: 4. Does it come with a memory card?

A: Yes a memory card is included, but it is only 2MB ( about 5 minutes of 8 tracks). Fortunately SD cards are very affordable - I suggest getting one with a rating of 10 inside a circle on it!

Q: 5. so if i only have 20 faders does this mean i can only mix 20 channels at a time

A: Channels 9-32 are grouped in stereo pairs, so just one fader per pair. You can also set fader groups, so if you're doing a live mix you can have, say, the drum kit mics in a group and then control overall volume with a single fader.

Q: 6. Does it work with 220V-240V power supply?

A: The included AC adapter operates on 120-240VAC 50/60 Hz.a href= http://tascam.com/product/dp-24sd/overview/ target= _blank http://tascam.com/product/dp-24sd/overview//aThank you for your interest in TASCAM products.

Q: 7. Can we connect to audio mixers such as Mackie Pro FX8 V2 ?

A: Yes, you can connect the outputs from another mixer to line level inputs on the DP-24SD. Likewise, you can connect the outputs from the DP-24SD to line level inputs on another mixer.

Q: 8. Will this record in 96Khz/24 bits?

A: No. 16 or 24 bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz recording.

Q: 9. Can you adjust the pitch while recording? I want to record a melody on one track, raise its pitch to record a harmony that is too low for me on another track, then lower the pitch on both tracks to the original key.

A: You can't pitch shift on the device itself. However, you could export the tracks to a computer, open the files up in audacity or some DAW and pitch shift it there. You could then import the tracks back in and continue tracking/mixing. That's the only way I can think of that might work while still mostly using the Portastudio.

Q: 10. Anyaudio quality differences between this & the oo8ex or just more features?

A: The DP24SD allows 16 or 24 bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz recording.The DP-008EX is fixed at 16 bit, 44.1 kHz recording resolution.And the DP-24SD is a 24 track recorder.DP-24SD: a href= http://tascam.com/product/dp-24sd/ target= _blank http://tascam.com/product/dp-24sd//aDP-008EX: a href= http://tascam.com/product/dp-008ex/ target= _blank http://tascam.com/product/dp-008ex//aAn Owner's Manual is available from each unit's DOWNLOADS tab.Thank you for your interest in TASCAM products.