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TASCAM

Description

The TASCAM DP-32SD Digital Portastudio puts a full-featured recording studio in the palm of your hand. With 32 tracks, eight XLR/TRS combo inputs, and a suite of professional effects, the DP-32SD offers everything you need to capture studio-quality recordings anywhere. Whether tracking a full band or overdubbing keys and vocals, its intuitive interface and hands-on controls make the creative process seamless. Once it's time to mix, the DP-32SD's color LCD and channel strip put all your tools within easy reach. And when you're ready to share your creation, just save your tracks to the included SD card or export them via USB. For musicians and producers on the go, the TASCAM DP-32SD Digital Portastudio delivers a portable studio experience like no other.

Simultaneous 8-Track Recording

The DP-32SD features eight balanced XLR/TRS combo jacks, enabling you to track a full drum kit or other ensemble with ease. 48V phantom power means you can use condenser mics, while the guitar-optimized input lets you plug in directly. Dynamic effects like compression and limiting are available on each channel during recording, and TASCAM's guitar multi-effects and tuner/metronome ensure you have everything you need to capture professional results.

A Mixing Console at Your Fingertips

When it's time to mix, the DP-32SD puts all the essential tools at your fingertips. Its intuitive interface centers around a full-color LCD and encoder-based channel strip, giving you visual feedback and hands-on control over each track. Onboard effects like reverb and delay help enhance your mix, while the mastering toolset lets you apply final polish. Within minutes you'll be crafting a radio-ready mix, all without turning on your computer.

High-Powered Monitoring

To ensure the best recording experience, the DP-32SD includes a 70mW per channel headphone amplifier and separate monitor outs with level control. The headphone amp delivers enough power for loud monitoring, critical for capturing the best takes, while the balanced monitor outs let you connect the DP-32SD to your studio monitors or PA system.

Portable and Packed with Potential

Though equipped like a professional studio, the DP-32SD weighs just over 5 pounds and runs on AC or battery power for true portability. Load your favorite plugins via the USB connection or use the included 4GB SD card to store multiple projects. For musicians and producers on the move, the TASCAM DP-32SD Digital Portastudio provides a complete, portable studio solution in one ultra-reliable device.

Open Box TASCAM DP-32SD Digital 32-Track Portastudio Level 1
Open Box TASCAM DP-32SD Digital 32-Track Portastudio Level 1
Open Box TASCAM DP-32SD Digital 32-Track Portastudio Level 1

Features

  • Simultaneous 32-track playback
  • Eight mono tracks and 12 mono/stereo selectable tracks
  • File transferring via USB 2.0 (cable sold separately)
  • 21 faders (19 track-faders and one master fader)
  • Simultaneous 8-track recording

Specs

XLR
  • Connector: XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), Balanced
  • Input impedance: 2.4 kohm
  • Nominal input level: –14dBu
  • Maximum input level: +2dBu
TRS
  • Connector: 1/4" (6.3 mm)TRS phone-jack, Balanced
  • Input impedance: 22 kohm or more / 1 mohm (when INPUT H, GUITAR selected)
  • Nominal input level: +4dBu
  • Maximum input level: +20dBu
Stereo Out
  • Connector: RCA pin-jack, Unbalanced
  • Output impedance: 200 ohm
  • Nominal output level: –10dBV
  • Maximum output level: +6dBV
Effect Sends
  • Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TS phone-jack, Unbalanced
  • Output impedance: 200 ohm
  • Nominal output level: –10dBV
  • Maximum output level: +6dBV
Monitor Out
  • Connector: 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS phone-jack, Balanced
  • Output impedance: 200 ohm
  • Nominal output level: –2dBu
  • Maximum output level: +14dBu
Phones
  • Connector: 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS phone-jack
  • Maximum output level: 70mW + 70mW (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32 ohm loaded)
USB
  • Connector: USB Mini-B type 4-pin
  • Format: USB2.0 High-Speed mass-storage class
Remote
  • Connector: 2.5 mm TRS jack
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)
Other
  • Power: Dedicated AC adapter (PS-1220E or GPE248-120200-Z, included)
  • Power consumption: 12W (when phantom power supplying)
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 20.2" x 4.1" x 13.4" / 514 x 104 x 340 mm
  • Weight: 13.67 lb. / 6.2 kg
  • Operating temperature: 41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C
  • Accessories: AC adapter, 4GB SD card, warranty card, owner's manual

Reviews

3.86

21 Reviews

77%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great Sound. Easy To Use

I love my DP-32SD. I used to have a VS-880 a long while back. The Tascam was a replacement for that unit. It's much easier to use and the sound quality of the recordings is great. There was a review here saying that the volumes are too low, but I have not had that problem at all. I'm able to transfer my files to the computer and do my final edit with great results. The only thing I found lacking in comparison to the VS-880 were the on board effects. The VS-880 had a much wider library. But that was easily fixed for me by using an external vocal effects processor and an external guitar processor.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Real Nice Studio, but could use Higher Definition Audio

I've used my DP32SD for about two months, now. I was using an analog Tascam 488 MkII before this one. The DP32 sounds good, but seems to be lacking the highs of audio. My Marshall amp screams tone and sustain, but the DP32 can't capture all of the tone because it lacks the highs. My little Tascam DR40 sounds better because it can record 24bit at 96k. So, the DP32 is missing a lot of tone in my guitar after recording. I was really disappointed as this portastudio is supposed to be Tascam's best studio to date. Also, this thing was made in China, and it's already broken. The assign, mixer, menu, home, eq, jog dial buttons do not work. One day these buttons just stopped working with no explanation. Now, I'm having to take it to Audio Electronics for them to fix. Tascam should've kept there business in Japan where it was top notch quality.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio7
  2. Professional Recording5
  3. Amateur Recording3
  4. Performances2
  5. Door stop1
Cons
  1. Bulky/Heavy2
  2. Limited Functions1
  3. Not Durable1
  4. Limited capability1
  5. Too complex1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician9
  2. Experienced4
Pros
  1. Compact9
  2. Good Audio9
  3. Easy To Use8
  4. Durable7
  5. Lightweight7

Reviewed by 21 customers

  • I would buy this again, and again

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byTy,g

    fromCarolina finest

    I use it as home recording and mixing, it's perfect for me! Simplicity with the quality, very good for what I'm doing!!! Man listen! If you can't get down with this??? You just can't get down!!!

  • Received wrong item and waiting for replacement.

    1

    submitted6 years ago

    byEd

    fromCanada

    Musicians Friend sent me the wrong item and so I have to return the unit they sent(I am 120 miles round trip to the post office) and I am currently waiting for them to have the item back in stock, so far I have been waiting about two weeks since I ordered the item and I am expecting to wait about another 11 days. I am actually not too impressed with Musician's Friend at all.

  • Great machine for multi track recording

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byJohn

    fromUndisclosed

    This is my second one. Love it, I record "Quit Smoking" songs for YouTube and a support web site.

  • I OWN THIS

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    bywyncrtr

    fromNashville Tennessee

    I bought this 3 month's ago. It more than fits the bill. Once I record the tracks I transfer the files into Pro-Tools on my computer and master the finished mix in Sound Forge 12. This board is clean and quiet. I swapped the 4gb SanDisk card out for a 32gb SanDisk card which gives me 116 minutes of recording time.

  • I OWN THIS

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    bywyncrtr

    fromNashville Tennessee

    I purchased the DP-32. I like every function. However, the SD card included is not a 32gb card. It is only a 4gb card and only holds about 6 minutes of information. I put in an SD 64gb card, formatted it and it indicated 116 minutes of data space. When I bought this item, I was under the assumption that it came with an SD32gb SanDisk card. "NOT". Formatting my SanDisk SD64gb card, took about 15 minutes but that's OK. I also tried to format a SanDisk SD-128 & 256 gb card but with no results after a 24 hour time. TASCAM needs to include that the unit comes with a 4gb SanDisk SD-4gb card. I record my tracks on the Tascam board, put the SD-64 in my computer and use Pro Tools to mix the session. Add effects then transfer the files to my Sound Forge 12 software to master the stereo files before burning CD's and creating mp3 files to websites. Other then that, I give a 5 star rating for this product.

  • No Regrets!

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byMusic4you

    fromBeaver Meadows PA

    I own the Tascam DP3, 24, and just recently purchased the DP32SD. I love the recording quality of the unit and have never had a problem. I use a lot of tracks on my work and and have had great reviews on my music productions from my Tascam gear! Easy to get used to working with, and it's set up is very user friendly! Overall you can't beat it for the low affordable cost and the pro sound quality!

Q&A

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTommy

    fromWynantskill, NY

    Can this unit put different effects on each channel or is it like the older model and can only use one effect for the entire board at a time.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, the FX sends are wired to the master.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJoe

    fromGalveston, Tx

    Will the extended repair plans take effect AFTER the manufacturer warranty expires?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes it will. And if for whatever reason something goes wrong with the product before that and the manufacturer's warranty doesn't cover it, you give us a call and we can get you taken care of.