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In Reply to: Re: Tascam 488 - 2 versions of it or 20 versions, 8 tracks on a cassette? posted by oldglide on November 26, 2006 at 21:13:39:
Hi Bob.The 488 wasn't the only 8 track cassette unit. Probably the best of it's type was the TASCAM 238, pictured above. It runs at 3 3/4 IPS and features either DBX or Dolby S, depending on which version you buy. Also, it has footswitch punch-in recording capabilities and a full-function wired remote. It uses CrO2 cassettes exclusively. I bought one of these a couple of years ago & have been extremely satisfied with the sound quality. Very professional, near CD quality results are easily possible on this machine. It's also very user-friendly.
As far as bleedover, EQ problems, etc., I haven't had any issues. It really is quite an excellent recorder.
The only downside is that there's no built in mixer. You need a mic preamp in the input stage, and an 8 track mixer to handle the mixdown. By the time you get everything hooked up in a rack it's pretty heavy & bulky. But it does do a fantastic job. You can also record on all 8 tracks simultaneously if you want.
There's a link to more info at the bottom, if you're interested.
Good luck & happy recording!
Bobbo :-)
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- Re: TASCAM 8-track cassette multitrackers - soundnut 04:30:55 11/27/06 (1)
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