DP-24
24-track digital Portastudio
This model has been discontinued.
It has been replaced with the DP-24SD.
The DP-24 is the successor of the 2488neo,
TASCAM's best selling PORTASTUDIO.
The TASCAM DIGITAL PORTASTUDIO DP-24 and DP-32 are the best and most affordable way to remove the mind-numbing glow of the computer screen from personal recording. It's safe to say, that after decades of manufacturing and transforming Portastudios, TASCAM has revolutionized the series once again. Employing 8 combo 1/4" - XLR inputs with +48V Phantom Power, 24 tracks (12 mono, 6 stereo) of the DP-24 or 32 tracks (8 mono, 12 stereo) of the DP-32 the ability to select between stereo and mono and an affluence of other key features, TASCAM DIGITAL PORTASTUDIO DP-24 and DP-32 are the obvious choice for multi-channel home recording.
DP-24 |
DP-32 |
Recording Sample
Furusato/ Risa Aikawa | |
In Japan, one CD has been selling at the street, which recorded and mixed by the DP-32. If you want to know details of this recording, please see the interview of Yasushi Yamaguchi who was working of this song. Official Website : http://www.aikawarisa.com/ |
(9.19MB) |
*"Furusato" means "home town" *TEAC Co. got the permission from her promoter for using this song on our website. |
Main Features
Dedicated the DP-32 features |
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- The last 12 faders are selectable between MONO and STEREO
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The DP-32 has 12 selectable tracks between MONO or STEREO. These tracks provide more flexibility. For example, set to STEREO for recording synthesizer, or set to MONO when recording guitar or vocal. Not only that, you can create ideal settings for each track. (set #9 to #12 STEREO, then set #13 to #22 MONO) If all tracks are set to MONO the DP-32 becomes a 20-track multi track recorder.
The DP-24/32 provides a non-stress musical experience |
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- 19(DP-24)/21(DP-32) faders eliminates layer structuring
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The DP-24/32, even with the high number of tracks and features is one of the easiest multi-track recorders in the market to use. The DP-24 has 19 track-faders and one master-fader, The DP-32 has 20 track-faders and one master fader. You can control any track with ease.
DP-24
DP-32 - The 3.5" full-color LCD and the self-illuminated buttons increase visibility
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The DP-24/32 have a 3.5" LCD screen and select self-illuminated buttons, making it easy to view your entire creative process. Some of the illuminated buttons include (SOURCE, SELECT, REC, MUTE). - 12 rotary knobs linked to the LCD to help increase easy operation
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The DP-24/32 have similarly employed rotary knobs to control qualities such as EQ, Effect Send and other related features. - Utilizing SD/SDHC media ensures confident recording, free from shock due to loud sounds
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The DP-24/32 adopted use of SD/SDHC media. SD/SDHC cards provide secure shock resistance due to the absence of any rotary mechanism. File format of the DP-24/32 is FAT 16 or 32. You can find the recorded files on your computer when connected via USB.
Built-in CD-R/RW drive for Project Mastering and Finalizing |
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- Mounted TMSS ensures high-quality sampling rate conversion
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The DP-32 can burn CD-R from 48kHz project with a dedicated SRC, TMSS (TASCAM Multi Stage Sampling rate converter). TASCAM performed many listening tests to certify the unit is capable of producing the highest quality sound. The DP-32 is capable of producing sound clearer than that of a computer. - 8 XLR/TRS inputs, 8 channel recording, 24/32 tracks playback
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Both units have 8 XLR-TRS combo inputs. You can record up to eight sources at one time. - INPUT A-H and each track are equipped with 3-band EQ
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The equalizer for each track and each input are independent from other effects. Record like any professional studio with EQ for each individual track. - 8 dynamics effects, guitar effects and mix-down effects
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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 drums tracks. Along with that, the DP-24/32 have multiple guitar and mixing effects.
- CD-R writing without the need for other devices
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The DP-24/32 are both equipped with a CD-R/RW drive and mastering effects for CD-R burning. TASCAM guarantees that there is no need for computers when recording with either of these units. The mastering effects section obtains Multi-Band Compressor, EQ, Noise-Shaping Dither, and a Normalize Effects. You can create a high-quality 2-track master file and burn to CD-R.
High-quality and dependable hardware structure |
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- The headphone amplifier has a high output power of 70mW/ch
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The headphone amplifier of the DP-24/32 provide easy monitoring in loud environments such as a rehearsal studios or live scenario. - RCA stereo output and two unbalanced 1/4" TS outputs
- High-impedance input available on INPUT H when set to GUITAR
- Phantom power supply for all inputs
- Dedicated TRS balanced MONITOR OUT for the powered speakers
- MIDI IN/OUT for sending of any MTC/MMC signal
- Remote connector for optional RC-3F footswitch
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Function Description PLAY Same as unit's PLAY button REC Same as unit's RECORD button STOP Same as unit's STOP button FF Same as unit's F FWD(TO LAST REC) button REW Same as unit's REW(TO ZERO) button PUNCH IN / OUT Punches in when pressed during playback,
punches out when pressed during recording.PLAY/STOP Starts playback when stopped, stops in other states. CUE LOCATE Locates last point where playback started.
Features at-a-glance |
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- Simultaneous 24 track (DP-24) or 32 track (DP-32) playback
- 8 mono tracks + 12 mono/stereo selectable tracks (DP-32)
- 12 mono tracks + 6 stereo tracks (DP-24)
- Mounted TMSS (TASCAM Multi Stage Sampling rate converter) provides high-quality sampling rate conversion
- Integrated 32/40-input mixer to mixdown the 24/32 playback tracks with the 8 inputs and for bouncing
- Simultaneous 8 track recording
- 16 or 24 bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz recording
- 8 XLR/TRS combo connectors
- Phantom power supply for all inputs
- High-impedance input available (INPUT-H)
- Stereo RCA pin-jack output
- 2 effect send outputs (1/4" TS jack)
- 70mW/ch headphone amplifier
- Peak-hold function at a level meter of the LCD
- Sub-frame editing
- MIDI IN/OUT for sending MTC/MMC signal
- Remote connector for optional RC-3F footswitch
- CD-R/RW drive to burn stereo master file or recorded tracks and also to import CD-DA
- INPUT A-H and each track are equipped with 3-band EQ
- Automatic punch in/out
- various edit functions(COPY INSERT, COPY PASTE, MOVE INSERT, MOVE PASTE, OPEN, CUT, SILENCE, CLONE TRACK, CLEAN OUT)
- Undo and Redo function with Undo history
- 8 dynamics effects
- Guitar effects
- Mix-down effects
- Mastering Effects
- Track bounce function
- Virtual track (8 virtual track per one track)
- Locate mark up to 99 at one song
- File transferring via USB2.0
- Chromatic tuner
- Metronome
- Dedicated AC adapter included(TASCAM PS-1225L)
Dedicated the DP-32 features
- 8 mono and 12 mono/stereo selectable tracks
- 21 faders (19 track-faders and one master fader)
Options
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DP-24, DP-24SD and DP-32 firmware update
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Learn MoreSpec description
Recording Media | SD (512MB – 2GB) / SDHC card (4GB – 32GB) |
File System | SD card:FAT16 / SDHC card:FAT32 |
INPUT A-H | |
XLR | |
Connector | XLR-3-31(1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD), Balanced |
Input impedance | 2.4k ohms |
Nominal input level | -14dBu |
Maximum input level | +2dBu |
TRS | |
Connector | 6.3mm(1/4")TRS phone-jack, Balanced |
Input impedance | 22k ohms or more / 1M ohms(when INPUT H, GUITAR selected) |
Nominal input level | +4dBu |
Maximum input level | +20dBu |
STEREO OUT | |
Connector | RCA pin-jack, Unbalanced |
Output impedance | 200 ohms |
Nominal output level | -10dBV |
Maximum output level | +6dBV |
EFFECT SENDS | |
Connector | 6.3mm(1/4")TS phone-jack, Unbalanced |
Output impedance | 200 ohms |
Nominal output level | -10dBV |
Maximum output level | +6dBV |
MONITOR OUT | |
Connector | 6.3mm(1/4")TRS phone-jack, Balanced |
Output impedance | 200 ohms |
Nominal output level | -2dBu |
Maximum output level | +14dBu |
PHONES | |
Connector | 6.3mm(1/4")TRS phone-jack |
Maximum output level | 70mW + 70mW (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32 ohms loaded) |
MIDI IN / OUT | |
Connector | DIN 5 pin |
Format | Standard MIDI format |
USB | |
Connector | USB Mini-B type 4-pin |
Format | USB2.0 High-Speed mass-storage class |
REMOTE | |
Connector | 2.5mm TRS jack |
Power | Dedicated AC adapter (PS-1220E or GPE248-120200-Z, included) |
Power consumption | 12W (when phantom power supplying) |
Dimensions | 514(W)×104(H)×340(D)mm / 20.2"(W)×4.1"(H)×13.4"(D) |
Weight | 6.2kg / 13.67 lb |
Operating temperature | 5 to 35˚C / 41 to 95˚F |
Accessories | AC adapter, 2GB SD card, USB cable, warranty card, owner's manual |
Audio performance | |
Frequency response | 20Hz to 20kHz (+/-1dB, INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT) |
S/N Ratio | 90dB or greater (INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT) |
THD | 0.01% or less (INPUT to STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR OUT) |
Supported Media / Other
SD Supported Mediadp-24_dp-24sd_dp-32_dp-32sd_tested_media_list_.pdf 118.2 KB
Information
Update Information
Latest version info | |
Firmware | V1.22 |
- A song created or loaded on a DP-32SD (V1.09 or later) would not load properly in this unit and could not be played back sometimes. This has been fixed.
Notices About Products
Spec
DP-24 Tested Media List | 07-15-2015 | 57.9 KB |
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Manuals
Owner's Manual Addendum (English) | 06-28-2019 | 137.9 KB |
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DP-24 Owner's Manual | 04-20-2012 | 10.7 MB |
Documents
Release Notes (English) | 10-25-2021 | 6.6 KB |
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Firmware update procedures | 07-10-2017 | 59.4 KB |
Firmware
Firmware V1.22 | 10-25-2021 | 1.3 MB |
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Supported Media / Other
SD Supported Media | 03-27-2024 | 118.2 KB |
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Others
Demo Song | 06-28-2023 | 120.2 MB |
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