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Tascam 48Track Hard Disk Recording Workstation Mk2 TX-48MK2

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Tascam 48Track Hard Disk Recording Workstation Mk2 TX-48MK2
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About the Tascam 48Track Hard Disk Recording Workstation Mk2 TX-48MK2

TASCAM'S new X-48mkII is the new and improved version of the original X-48 - the world's first standalone 48-track Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation (co-developed with SaneWave). The X-48mkII continues to integrate the best of both worlds: the stability and ease-of-use of a purpose-built hard disk recorder, with the GUI, editing and mixing features of a computer-based digital audio workstation. The X-48mkII goes beyond mere standalone recorders with a built-in, automated 48-channel digital mixer and powerful editing functions. Plug in a VGA monitor, mouse and keyboard for editing, track naming and monitor mixing - the ultimate multi-track solution for premium quality music, post and live recording applications.

It boasts up to 96kHz/24-bit recording across all 48 tracks. Its file compatibility and synchronization surpass even the TEC Award-winning MX-2424, with native Broadcast WAVE audio file support and AAF export for compatibility with workstations like Pro Tools®, Nuendo and Logic. Support for eSATA hard drives and Gigabit Ethernet allows simple transfer between systems, making it the ultimate multi-track solution for high-quality music, post and live recording applications.

The X-48mkII goes beyond mere standalone recorders -- its built-in, automated 48-channel digital mixer, VGA display output, powerful editing functions and DVD+RW backup drive transform it into a completely integrated workstation.

TASCAM X-48mkII 48-Track Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation Features

Multitrack Recording Features:

  • 1TB internal hard drive
  • eSATA and USB interfaces
  • 48-hour continuous recording @44.1kHz
  • 20-hour continuous recording @96kHz
  • Dual-core Intel ATOM processor
  • HDTV tri-level sync
  • Recording past 00:00 (24 hours)
  • 48-track digital recording at up to 96kHz/24-bit
  • 32-bit floating point audio file recording and playback with no loss of track count
  • 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 metering functions
  • Built-in DVD+RW for backup, transfer and restore

Workstation/Mixing Features:

  • GUI for recording, mixing, editing and metering
  • ±6% varispeed
  • Grid-style editing
  • Turn-key operation: no software conflicts to troubleshoot
  • Graphic user interface for editing, mixing and meters
  • 48-channel mixing
  • 32-bit floating point mixer resolution
  • 6 stereo returns (60 total inputs at mixdown)
  • 12 stereo groups, 6 aux sends, stereo master buss
  • Full dynamic automation
  • Dynamics, 4-band parametric EQ and 6 aux sends per channel

X-48MKII SPECIFICATIONS

Media and Formats
Recording media 1TB internal hard drive
File system NTFS
File format BWF?Broadcast Wave Format?
Number of channels 48 channels (44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz)
Quantization rate 16 bit, 24 bit, 32-bit floating point
Sampling frequencies 42.336k (44.1k x 24/25), 44.056k (44.1k−), 44.1k, 44.144k (44.1k+), 45.938k (44.1k x 25/24), 46.080k (48k  x 24/25), 47.952k (48k−), 48k, 48.048k (48k+), 50k (48k x 25/24), 84.672k (88.2k x 24/25), 88.112k (88.2k−), 88.2k, 88.288k (88.2k+), 91.875k (88.2k x 25/24), 92.160k (96k x 24/25), 95.904k (96k−), 96k, 96.096k (96k+), 100k (96k . 25/24) Hz      

Note: + is 0.1% pull up, − is 0.1% pull down
Clock references Internal, Word in, Digital slot 1/2, SPDIF IN, TDIF Port 1
Timecode frame 23.976NDF, 24NDF, 24.975NDF, 25NDF, 29.97DF, 29.97NDF, 30DF, 30NDF 
Digital audio input/output  
TDIF connector (x6)  
Connector DB25 (Female) connector (mm screws)
Format Conforms to TDIF-1 standards
Word length 24 bit
S/PDIF IN/OUT connector  
Connector RCA connector
Format Conforms to TDIF-1 standards
Control input/output
TIME CODE IN

 

Connector 6.3 mm (1/4”) TRS standard jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Format Conforms to SMPTE standards
TIME CODE OUT

 

Connector 6.3 mm (1/4”) TRS standard jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Format Conforms to SMPTE standards
WORD SYNC IN connector BNC (Unbalanced), TTL level, 75Ω termination (auto on/off selection)
WORD SYNC OUT connector BNC (Unbalanced), TTL level, 75Ω
WORD SYNC THRU connector BNC (Unbalanced), TTL level, 75Ω

MIDI IN

 
Connector DIN 5 pin
Format Standard MIDI format
MIDI OUT  
Connector DIN 5 pin
Format Standard MIDI format
REMOTE connector DE9 (Female, mm screws), Conforms to RS-422, Sony 9-pin serial protocol (P2)
FOOT SW connector 6.3 mm (1/4”) TS standard jack (Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
eSATA  
Connector eSATA (External Serial ATA) 7 pin (Female)
Format SATA2, 3Gb/s
USB port (x4)  
Connector A type, 4 pin
Protocol USB 2.0 HIGH speed?480 Mbps?
100/1000 connector RJ45 LAN connector
100BASE-TX/1000BASE-TX Ethernet
VGA connector Connector: DE15 (Female) VGA connector (inch screws)
KEYBOARD connector Mini DIN connector?PS/2?
MOUSE connector Mini DIN connector?PS/2?
General
Power AC100-240V, 50-60Hz
Power Consumption 49W
Dimentions 
(W x H x D)
19.02 x 7.24 x 17.28 in. (483 ×184 ×439 mm)
Weight 30.2 lb. (13.7kg)
Operating temperature 41 - 95°F (5 - 35°C)

 

Options
IF-AN24X 24-channel analog input and output card with 96 kHz-compatible connectors
IF-AE24X 24-channel AES/EBU input and output card with 96 kHz-compatible connectors
IF-AD24 24-channel ADAT input and output card

? All specifications subject to change without notice.

 
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