I can't figure out how to record on 8 tracks at the same time.

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How do you record on tracks 3-8? i can record only on tracks 1 and 2, this is marketed as an 8-track recorder but is it really?? if i cant record on track 3 or track 4 then i just waisted alot of money i...

Hi there,
Yes you can record on the other 6 tracks, but you need to assign them.
If you are having problems assigning them, don't forget that you need to clear the previous assignments (for track 1 and 2 for example) FIRST, before you try and assign to say tracks 3 & 4.

To clear assignments hold down the assign key and the previously assigned tracks should flash. While still holding the assing key, press each one of the flashing channels seperately to un-assign them. Now release the assign key.

Jan 08, 2011 • Tascam Dp-02cf Digital 8-track Recorder

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Maybe stupid question....is it possible to record 8 separate mono tracks on this thing? I cannot seem to select only track 5, 6, 7, or 8. When I try to record onto 5, for example, it is impossible to not...

I believe you have to adjust the levels DURING the bounce operation... I don't think you can do that after.

I would consider using a computer based editing program to handle more than 4 tracks...

Aug 30, 2010 • Fostex Mr 8hd CD 8 Track Recorder with CDr

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Steps to record then to playback in headphones phantom power and tracks are lit we record then try to playback and get nothing. it shows there is a track there any ideas

I think you need to read the manual CAREFULLY and follow it step by step. I had problems with mine also and found it was me in too much of a hurry to get things done. This unit is easy to record with once you get the procedure figured out. I think you're just missing a step. Good luck

Feb 24, 2010 • Tascam Dp-02cf Digital 8-track Recorder

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Tascam 8 track recorder won't play back recording

Does it use MiniDiscs? If so, it cannot work with standard audio MiniDiscs, it requires a special DATA MD.

Jan 21, 2010 • Tascam Dp-02cf Digital 8-track Recorder

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Can I record on more than two tracks at one time? I realize I have eight imputs, but can I record each of those on an individual track?

Simple answer = Yes. Make sure you have 2 mics plugged in two separate selected channels/tracks, arm the tracks then record. It will record both tracks. You can record up to 8 tracks at once using mics, guitars, etc.

Oct 22, 2009 • Tascam 2488 Portastudio Multitrack...

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Recording multiple tracks at the same time.

Yes you certainly can record the 8 inputs onto 8 tracks simultaneously. You will need to make sure you are assigning each input to each track individually by first pressing the input button for an input and then pressing the select button for a track. Do this for each input/track and then make sure all of the 8 tracks you want to record to are armed for recording (the red rec buttons above each should be lit) before pressing record and play together.

You might want to insure that no tracks are linked (you can see this by pressing an input and observing which tracks have their 'select' button flashing). If 2 adjacent ones are flashing for the same input simply unassign one of them by pressing the 'select' button above that track. Then you'll be free to assign the next input to that track as above.

Best of luck.

bd.

May 19, 2009 • Tascam 2488 Portastudio Multitrack...

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Recording

You take the .wav from each track from mr-8 and insert to desired track in your software. Use a CF Card reader to make this easier.

May 10, 2009 • Fostex MR8-MKII - 8 -Rack Portable Compact...

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Apr 14, 2009 • Audio Players & Recorders

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Tascam 2488 Portastudio

To record the eight inputs onto 8 separate tracks at once simply plug your mics or other audio sources into the mic inputs (only 4 can be powered, A-E) and then assign each input to a separate track by pressing the input button which corresponds to one input and then the select button for the desired target track at the same time. Do this for all eight inputs and their target tracks. Then arm all eight tracks to record by pressing the record buttons on each (the red lights will come on). Then when you press play and record in the transport section (or use punch operations) you will record all eight inputs to all eight tracks at the same time.

Good luck.

bd.

Jul 06, 2008 • Tascam 2488 Portastudio Multitrack...

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I can't figure out how to record on 4 tracks at the same time

how do i mix down tracks have manual but it is hard to follow taccam2488mk2 thanks

Nov 07, 2007 • Tascam 2488 Portastudio Multitrack...

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Link to Tascam 2488 documents page:
http://tascam.com/Products/2488_downloads.html

Individual Items as Listed:

Link to the Tascam 2488 product brochure:
http://tascam.com/Products/2488/2488_bro.pdf

Link to the Tascam 2488 application guide:
http://tascam.com/Products/2488/2488_AppGuide.pdf

Here's the link to the Tascam 2488 quick start guide:
http://tascam.com/Products/2488/2488_quickstart.pdf

Link to the updated Tascam 2488 manual:
http://www.tascamcontractor.com/ftp_resour...w_additions.pdf

Link to the Tascam 2488 manual additions:
http://www.tascamcontractor.com/ftp_resour...e_additions.pdf

Link to the Tascam 2488 MIDI Parameter Mapping
http://www.tascamcontractor.com/ftp_resour...ontrol_v0.2.pdf

Link to TASCAM 2488 Hi-Res images:
http://www.tascamcontractor.com/ftp_resour...488_images.html

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You need to link each of the eight inputs to at least one track each. You can not record two or more inputs to the same track, but can record one input to more than one track.

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