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STUDIO | REVIEW by Russ Long channel balanced analog I/O card, the IF-AE24 24-channel AES/EBU I/O card, or the IF-AD24 24-channel ADAT optical I/O card allow the box to be configured to specifically meet the needs of the end-user. The rear panel of the X-48 includes S/PDIF I/O (via two RCA jacks), SMPTE LTC Input and Output (via 2 balanced 1/4” jacks), and MIDI Input and Output. Unfortunately there is no AES/EBU or optical I/O. The machine generates and reads MIDI Timecode and it supports MIDI Machine Control commands. A quarterinch momentary footswitch jack provides remote punch in and out. The Remote connector is compatible with RS-422/Sony 9-pin edit controllers for machine control. The machine includes PS/2-compatible mouse and keyboard inputs (alternatively, the box will support a USB mouse and/or keyboard). BNC connectors are provided for Word Sync In/Out/Thru and Video Clock In/Thru. A VGA connector provides connection for a monitor (maximum resolution: 2048x1536). Two FireWire connectors allow connection to external FireWire 400 drives and four USB 2.0 jacks provide connectivity for a keyboard, mouse, flash drive or hard drive. The X-48 includes two Ethernet jacks. One is 10/100/1000 (Gigabit compatible) and the other is 10/100. The front panel includes all transport, track arming, project management and metering functions. TASCAM X-48 Digital Audio Workstation Dedicated hard disk recording and DAW capabilities embody SaneWave-designed workstation. The TASCAM X-48 is a stand-alone 48-track hybrid hard disk workstation. The machine integrates the stability, robustness and ease-ofuse of a stand-alone hard disk recorder (like the iZ RADAR) with the GUI, plug-in compatibility and editing features of a DAW. The X-48 features simultaneous recording at up to 96kHz/24-bit across 48 tracks. It supports native Broadcast WAVE audio files and AAF audio file export insuring compatibility with Pro Tools, Logic and other DAWs. Additionally, the X-48 features a built-in, automated digital mixer, VGA monitor output, editing features, an internal 80GB hard drive and a DVD+RW drive for backup. The box supports FireWire hard drives as well as Gigabit Ethernet simplifying transfers between multiple X-48s and/or computer workstations. | FEATURES TASCAM developed the X-48 along with SaneWave who has been a primary developer of several pro audio products over the last few years, including the TASCAM US2400 and the Mackie dXb consoles. SaneWave pioneered the development of embedded PC hard disk recorders with built-in GUIs. In the case of the X-48, they set out to build a powerful recording solution that included editing features and plug-in support without the expense incurred APPLICATIONS Studio, project studio, broadcast, post production, location recording KEY FEATURES 48-tracks of 24-bit 96kHz recording; FireWire capability PRICE $3,995.00 base CONTACT TASCAM | ☎ 323-727-7617 ➲ www.tascam.com with a standalone DAW. The X-48 is built around an Intel processor running the X-48 system on top of Windows XP Embedded OS. The machine’s DSP and mixing functions are performed in kernel mode for increased processing efficiency and near zero latency performance. The 4U X-48 is 19 inches deep and weighs just over 30 lbs. The basic X-48 includes 48 channels of TDIF-1 input and output. Two card slots that can be fit with either the IF-AN24X 24There are seven segment track meters for each of the 48 tracks. Six segments display the signal level from -60dBfs to -1dBfs and an additional LED indicates overload. Each track also includes a track record arming button for arming the track. Four status lights (Error, Busy, MIDI, and Disk) flash when the X-48 is accessing the hard drive, busy with a task, has MIDI input or encounters an error. The Sample Rate TASCAM continues on page 18 ➤ 16 | ProAudio Review | April 2008 Subscribe to the Digital Edition of Pro Audio Review http://www.myparmag.com www.proaudioreview.com http://www.tascam.com http://www.proaudioreview.com http://www.myparmag.com

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ProAudio Review - April 2008 Contents A Little More Recognition Please Studio News and New Products API 1608 16-Channel Analog Console TASCAM X-48 Digital Audio Workstation SSL Matrix Super Analogue Console Toft Audio Design Series ATB Analog Console KRK Systems Exposé E8B Powered Monitor Broadcast News and New Products ZOOM H2 Portable Digital Recorder Producing Surround Sound at 50th Grammy Awards JBL LSR4312SP Linear Spatial Reference Powered Subwoofer Audio Production For Gaming Euphonix S5 Fusion Digital Post Production Console NAB Hot Gear Soundcraft Vi6 Digital Live Production Console Go To A Show! Contracting News and New Products Studio Consoles Studio Wireless Microphones Alicia Keys “Superwoman”

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