The set of configurations that Portacapture is equipped with covers the vast majority of situations and adapts the unit for immediate use without complicated setup. All options are easily accessible via the display, allowing the recorder to let the user focus primarily on the recording itself instead of searching through endless menus. There are modes for multi-track recording, voice recording (interview), podcast, music recording, field recording and ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response).
The two built-in 14.6 mm diameter condenser microphones feature integrated HDDA preamps developed by Tascam. In addition to easy setup of standard stereo scanning positions such as A-B or X-Y, the unit allows the microphones to be dismounted. Optional accessories then offer additional options such as camera mount or power adapter. The instrument features a wide variety of effects including compressor, limiter, low cut filter, noise gate, reverb, auto gain control and more.
It also offers remote control via Android or iOs mobile devices. This is done with the Tascam Portacaptuce Control app and an integrated Bluetooth interface. In addition to built-in microphones, the recorder offers extensive connectivity including 4 combined XLR/TRS inputs, Aux In/Out and Camera In/Out with a multitude of recording scenarios. Audio transfer from wireless microphones is also supported, and the Camera Line output features an attenuation function to allow audio to be transferred to external devices.
The Portacapture can also, when USB connected to a computer, act as an audio interface offering up to 8 tracks (6 track plus stereo mix). Monitoring is possible via the headphone output or the built-in speaker. Recording in wav or mp3 formats can be done on portable media micro SD, micro SDHC and micro SDXC up to a capacity of 512 GB. The device requires 4 AA batteries or an adapter (not included) to operate.
Specifications
- Colour: Black
- Number of Recording Tracks: 8
- Number of Microphones: 2
- Number of Microphone/Line In Input Ports: 4
- Recording Medium: Micro SD, SDHC, SDXC
- Sample Rate: 16/24/32 bit/44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz
- Adapter included: No
- Adapter type: TASCAM PS-P520U
- Software: N/A
- Compatibility: Windows 10+, macOS 10.15+, iOS 13+, Android 10+
- Country of Production: China