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(approx.) with C-60Dimensions (WxHxD): 412 x 122 x 381 mm (16-1/4" x 4-13/16" x 14-15/16")Weight: 4.9 kg (10-13/16 lbs.)ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICSMixer SectionMIC/LINE INPUT, Ch.1-4 (XLR type connector x 4)Input Impedance: 3.6k ohmsNominal Input Level: -60 dBV (1mV) (MIC position)-20 dBV (0.1 V) (LINE position)Maximum Input Level: +3 dBV (1.4 V) at Trim Min.MIC/LINE INPUT, Ch.1-4 (1/4" phone jack x 4)Input Impedance: 5.6k ohmsNominal Input Level: -50 dBV (3mV) (MIC position)-10 dBV (0.3 V) (LINE position)Maximum Input Level: +10 dBV (3 V) at Trim Min.STEREO INPUT, Ch.5-8 (1/4" phone jack x 4)Input Impedance: 10k ohmsNominal Input Level: -10 dBV (0.3 V)Maximum Input Level: +10 dBV (3 V)SUB INPUT (RCA jack x 2)Input Impedance: 10k ohmsNominal Input Level: -10 dBV (0.3 V)Maximum Input Level: +10 dBV (3 V)LINE OUTPUT (RCA jack x 2)Output Impedance: 100 ohmsNominal Output Level: -10 dBV (0.3 V)Minimum Load Impedance: 2k ohmsEFFECT 1 SEND (1/4" phone jack)Output Impedance: 100 ohmsNominal Output Level: -10 dBV (0.3 V)Minimum Load Impedance: 2k ohmsEFFECT 2 SEND/TAPE CUE OUT (1/4" phone jack)Output Impedance: 100 ohmsNominal Output Level: -10 dBV (0.3 V)Minimum Load Impedance: 2k ohmsTAPE OUTPUT (RCA jack x 4.Seller: white_lotus_trading_co ✉️ (461) 100%, With proper operating techniques, it is not necessary to leave a guard band between music and sync tone tracks because of the low crosstalk of the TASCAM heads.The transport controls of the 424 MKII are microprocessor operated, allowing highly reliable functions that make the unit easier to use:* A three-point autolocator (MEMO/LOC 1 and 2 and RTZ) lets the tape STOP or PAUSE at, or PLAY from preset points.* REPEAT allows a section to played over and over between the MEMO 1 and MEMO 2 points.* REHEARSAL programs the 424 MKII to repeat a punch-in/out sequence as many times as you wish, and AUTO IN/OUT actually executes it on tape exactly as you "previewed" in REHEARSAL* Two tape speeds offer HIGH for greater fidelity, and NORMAL for compatibility with standard cassette tapes.* The tape speed can be increased or decreased with the PITCH CONTROL dial in both playback and record, to match pitch or for special effects.MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICSTape: Compact Cassette (C-30 to 90), High-Bias (CrO2)Track Format: 4-track/4-channelHead Configuration: 4-channel record/play (permalloy) x 14-channel erase (ferrite) x 1Motor: DC servo motor x 1Tape Speed: Switchable two speeds: 9.5 cm/sec. This ensures that the sync tones/code are recorded and played back without unnecessary processing.
#RECORDING WITH TASCAM 424 MKII CODE#
A special SYNC feature turns off the dbx on track 4 separately, making it possible to record and play back the MIDI sync tones or SMPTE/EBU time code without being affected by the dbx encode/decode.
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The 424 MKII's dbx Noise Reduction virtually eliminates unwanted tape noise. The recorder has 4 tracks while the mixer has a stereo output however, using the DIRECT feature you can record on any or all of the 4 tracks at one time. The 424 MKII records on readily available standard (Philips) Compact Cassette tape, high bias Type II. Worth mentioning that the volume knob has a slight crackling sound when turned.FROM THE OWNERS MANUAL:The Tascam 424 MKII Portastudio is a 4-track "Multitrack Master" cassette tape recorder and a full-function mixer with 8 inputs/stereo outputs combined into a single workstation. This item has been stored carefully and maintained to ensure all of the functions are in excellent working condition. Many hours of enjoyment were spent recording music on this machine. TASCAM 424 MKII PORTASTUDIO 4-TRACK CASSETTE TAPE RECORDERThis item is an excellent beginners home studio recording/learning tool.