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X-48

Applications Guide

Multitrack Recording Features:

-track digital recording at up to

kHz/24-bit

-track recording at 192kHz/

-bit

-bit floating point audio file

recording and playback with no

loss of track count

Advanced integrated synchro-

nization and machine control,

including HDTV tri-level sync for

hi-definition video (HDTV)

Time-stamped Broadcast WAVE

file format

Front-panel transport, track arm-

ing, project management and

metering functions

Built-in 80GB hard drive

Built-in DVD+RW for backup,

transfer and restore

±12.5% varispeed

Snap-to-grid editing functions

Workstation/Mixing Features:

Turn-key operation: no software

conflicts to troubleshoot

Graphic user interface for editing,

mixing, plug-ins and meters

-channel mixing at 96kHz/

channels at 192kHz

-bit floating point mixer

resolution

stereo returns (60 inputs at

mixdown)

busses, 6 aux sends, stereo

master buss

Full dynamic automation

Dynamics, 4-band parametric EQ

and 4 VST plug-in inserts

per channel

X-48 48-Track Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation

The new TASCAM X-48 48-Track

Hybrid Hard Disk Workstation is the

first audio workstation that records

multichannel high definition audio

up to 48 tracks of 96kHz or 24 tracks

of 192kHz audio at up to 32-bit float-

ing point resolution. As the first Hy-

brid Hard Disk workstation, it offers

the best of both worlds the stability

and ease-of-use of stand-alone hard

disk recorders with the GUI, editing

expansion. GigaBit Ethernet is also in-

cluded for drive sharing and FTP file

transfer. The X-48 includes comprehen-

sive synchronization features, includ-

ing tri-level sync, required for working

with 23.976 frame hi-definition video

media.

But the X-48 is more than just a

-track recorder. With its 60-channel

built-in mixing, including 4-band EQ,

dynamics and four VST plug-in slots

features and plug-in compatibility of

computer-based workstations. It's a true

plug-and-play device, ready for instant

use without hardware and software

installation and troubleshooting

Tracks recorded on the X-48 are

captured as time-stamped Broad-

cast WAVE files, and projects can be

exchanged with computer DAWs like

Pro Tools® using OMF, AAF, or OpenTL

standards. It includes an internal 80GB

hard drive and DVD+RW drive, and sup-

ports FireWire and USB hard drives for

per channel, it's a full-featured audio

workstation. Use its VGA, USB and

PS/2 connections to access the built-

in graphic user interface for mixing,

metering and editing. Whether you

need a 48-track stand-alone recorder

or a fully-integrated hybrid worksta-

tion, the X-48 is the ultimate solution

for music, post-production and live

recording applications.

Shown with keyboard, mouse and monitor, not included

Mic

Inputs

Microphones

TDIF Input /

Output

AES/EBU

Output

RS-422 Control

DV-RA1000 Master Recorder

Microphones

Monitor

Guitar

Line Input /

Output

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X-48

Applications Guide

Music Tracking

Live Recording

WorkingwiththeX-48givesyouthefeelof

recording to a purpose-built recorder, instead

of an adapted computer workstation, for solid, reli-

able performance. With all of its synchronization

and control options like 9-pin control, SMPTE sync

and optional remote it easily integrates with the

rest of the equipment in your studio.

The X-48 handles 48 tracks of simultaneous

96kHz recording or 24 tracks at 192kHz and

it keeps up with every punch-in, no matter how

fast. Its great-sounding analog converters and in-

expensive DVD backup media make it the perfect

replacement for aging 24-track recorders.

Once you've captured the performance, you

can edit together the best take using the built-in

editing interface. Just plug in a mouse, keyboard

and VGA monitor to start cutting together a take. If

you prefer working in another format, export your

session as OMF, AAF or Open TL to a workstation

like Pro Tools®. Then import it back when you're

finished. Audio tracks on the X-48 are recorded as

standard time-stamped Broadcast WAVE files that

can be imported into any workstation software, and

you can even work in "tape mode," which creates

one audio file per track to make file management

between systems easy.

TheportabilityoftheX-48makesitanatural

choice for live recording. Its dedicated design

gives you extra reliability for those occasions when

there aren't any second takes.

The optional IF-AN24X analog input card offers

high-quality balanced analog inputs with up

to 192kHz recording, and you can use two cards

for 48-track/96kHz recording. AES/EBU, ADAT and

TDIF digital I/O cards are also available, and both

the analog and digital I/O can be used simultane-

ously for monitoring.

The rear panel contains a FireWire connection

for connecting more hard drives for extra storage.

Since the X-48 records standard WAVE files, these

recordings can immediately be brought into your

favorite DAW for editing and mixing, or you can

complete the project "inside the box" with the

mixing built into the X-48. It also offers 60-chan-

nel automated mixing with powerful processing

features, allowing you to monitor the show without

an external mixer, or to output a stereo mix for a

-track CD or DVD of the live mix.

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X-48

Applications Guide

Mic Preamp

USB

S/PDIF

Microphone

Monitor Controller

VL-X5 Monitors

Project Studio Recording

FromthePortastudiotohigh-endprofessional

solutions, TASCAM is well-known for innova-

tive, all-in-one production workstations integrating

recording and mixing in one box. The X-48 allows

a small studio to combine 48-track, 96kHz/24-bit

recording with powerful automated mixing for

results never before possible at this price point.

The editing screen of the X-48 uses a familiar

DAW interface, with snap-to-grid editing, crossfade

and processing features professionals demand. The

internal mixer is a 60-input digital system with

-bit floating point resolution. Each channel pro-

vides 4-band parametric EQ, dynamics processing

and four VST plug-in insert slots.

For a professional mix experience, plug in the

US-2400 24-channel control surface. It provides

tactile control of the X-48 system, including mixing

with moving faders, transport control, EQ and aux

control of the X-48's built-in mixer. When you're

TDIF Input /

Output

Mic

Inputs

1-16

Headphones

PA Monitor

Microphones

Presentation Playback

The X-48 excels as a playback machine for the-

ater, live performance and church applications. Its

Theatre Mode function allows you to play one audio

selection at a time, automatically cueing up the

next section for instant playback. De-

signed for theaters playing back sound

effects and music selections, Theatre

Mode also offers hundreds of creative

possibilities for multimedia producers.

Whether the project originates on the

X-48 or is imported from a DAW like Pro

Tools, cueing the next scene is simple

and reliable.

Synchronization features like SMPTE,

MIDI and RS-422 enable the X-48 to in-

tegrate with multimedia installations.

Its 48 tracks of playback easily allow

surround mixes to be reproduced with

holophonic clarity. Integrated editing,

mixing and project management allow the engi-

neer to control an entire production from his or

her mousing finger.

finished, bounce your mix to disk and back up the

project with the built-in DVD+RW drive.

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X-48

Applications Guide

X-48 Connections

(48) TDIF Digital Inputs and Outputs

Stereo S/PDIF On and Out

(2) 24-channel option slots support analog, ADAT

or AES/EBU expansion cards

BNC Video In and Thru, auto-terminating, HDTV

tri-level sync

BNC Word Clock In, Out and Thru, auto-

terminating

MIDI In and Out

TRS balanced W" SMPTE In and Out

Footswitch Input

RS-422 (Sony 9-pin) Remote Input, also

supports the RC-2424 remote

PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard Inputs

VGA Output

Gigabit Ethernet for FTP and drive sharing

(4) USB 2.0 ports for external hard drive

support

(2) FireWire ports for external hard drive

expansion

Optional Accessories

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only to illustrate the types of products which are compatible with the TASCAM X-48. These products are not manufactured by the TASCAM, Division of

US-2400 24-fader Universal Control Surface

The X-48 includes native support of the US-2400,

allowing the two to be used together as a 48-track

production workstation with control of recording

and mixing parameters.

IF-AN24X

-channel balanced analog I/O card

IF-AE24

-channel AES/EBU I/O card

IF-AD24

-channel ADAT optical I/O card

RC-2424

Remote control

X-48 Mixer Display

Shown with optional IF-AN24X expansion cards, not included