Tascam Introduces DA-78HR 8-Track Recorder/Player
 September 25, 1999
Tascam introduced the DA-78HR 8-Track Recorder/Player
at the 107th AES Convention. The DA-78HR provides the fixed install and live audio
recording and mixing engineers the opportunity of digital recording at advanced
high-resolution levels for the best possible sound-at an unbeatable price point.
"The
DA-78HR, and its bigger brother, the DA-98HR, is the first multi-track digital
tape unit of its type to offer 24-bit resolution record and playback," says
Gene Joly, TASCAM division manager. "This product addresses the new work
flow paradigm of groups pre-producing tracks in a small studio, rehearsal and
live situations before transferring to a large facility to mix. The $2,999 price
point puts the power of this machine in the hands of nearly every segment of the
music market."
The DA-78HR provides full record and playback compatibility with all DA-98,
DA-88 and DA-38 tapes utilizing the 16-bit, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz standard. In High-Resolution
mode, the unit will record and playback all eight tracks at 24-bit resolution,
44.1 kHz or 48 kHz sample rates. As 24-bit becomes the new standard for music,
DVD and other surround sound oriented productions, the DA-78HR gives the artist
the opportunity to capture performances at the very highest quality level to insure
the best sonic results when the tracks are combined and mixed.
To facilitate the ultimate in creative flexibility, the DA-78HR features a
built-in 8x2 MIDI compatible mixer that offers volume and pan control over all
eight tracks. The MIDI interface allows the unit to remotely perform in every
situation, from a home recording environment to a world class mega-studio, responding
to sequencer or MIDI controller commands. Mixes can be routed to two tracks of
the existing tape (due to the built-in read before write function) or to any digital
recorder, DAT or computer with an S/PDIF interface. Up to 16 units can be stacked
with sample-accurate lock.
"The DA-78HR is a professional unit that offers full 24-bit performance,"
states Joly. "With the DA-98 winning the coveted 1998 TEC Award for Outstanding
Technical Achievement-Recording Devices/Storage, we foresee the DA-78HR changing
the way the industry works."
For more information, visit the Tascam web site at www.tascam.com. |
