Description
Always Capture the Best Takes, Thanks to 32-bit float Recording and Dual ADC
Whether you’re recording from the onboard stereo microphones, external microphones, instruments, or line-level sources, the Portacapture X8’s 32-bit float recording capability means you’ll never have to scrap a recording due to incorrect audio levels. When recording at lower bit depths, loud sound sources can cause digital clipping that cannot be fixed during editing. With a 32-bit float point recording, you can reduce the file’s level in your DAW or NLE software to an appropriate level with no trace of digital clipping or limiting. Likewise, by using dual analog-to-digital technology recordings are captured with greater dynamic range and detail than they would otherwise— you can increase the level of a mumbled phrase without creating a distracting change in tone or dynamics.
The Launcher Icon System Puts Application-specific Configurations at Your Fingertips
The Portacapture X8’s Launcher system makes it easy to start recording fast. Use the touch screen to select optimized settings for podcasting, field recording, vocal recording, musical instruments, multi-track recording or ASMR. You can also create your own custom presets for instant recall from the Launcher.
V2.00: A POCKETSTUDIO app has been added.
Features at a Glance
- Intuitive Launcher system using a 3.5-inch color touch panel display
- Optimized presets for multi-track recording, podcasting, music, voice, field recording, and ASMR
- 4 mic/line inputs with individual phantom power accommodate practically any combination of sound sources, from microphones and line-level devices to instruments
- 32-bit floating point recording means you don’t need to set input levels before recording, and you won’t have to scrap audio that was recorded too loudly or quietly
- Detachable large-diaphragm condenser mics can be configured for A-B and X-Y stereo recording
- Driverless 8-in/2-out USB audio interface
– Onboard mics can be used as a USB audio source
– Internal recording to microSD card is still available when using in USB audio interface mode
– Supports 32-bit float recording via USB (from V1.30) - Record up to 8 tracks simultaneously (6 tracks + 2 mix)
- Wireless remote control via Portacapture Control app and optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter
- Supports wireless timecode sync with supported devices from Atomos with the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter (from V1.20)
