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TASCAM TASCAM DP-008EX 8-track Digital Portastudio 2023 - Black
Used – Excellent$218$218
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Originally $349.53, now $332.05 ($17.48 off)$349.53$17.48 off$332.05Free Shipping
Price DropAlesis ADAT HD24XR 24-Track Hard Disk Recorder + BRC + LRC + FirePort 1394 + 6 Drive Caddies
Used – ExcellentOriginally $2,250, now $1,900 ($350 price drop)$2,250$350 price drop$1,900Free Shipping
Originally $150, now $135 ($15 price drop)$150$15 price drop$135
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Originally $280, now $195 ($85 price drop)$280$85 price drop$195
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$4,200$4,200
Originally $350, now $280 ($70 price drop)$350$70 price drop$280Free Shipping
Originally $170, now $152 ($18 price drop)$170$18 price drop$152
Originally $320, now $298 ($22 price drop)$320$22 price drop$298
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Originally $1,100, now $925 ($175 price drop)$1,100$175 price drop$925
Originally $1,550, now $1,250 ($300 price drop)$1,550$300 price drop$1,250
Price DropSound Devices 788T Field Recorder (160GB HDD, v2.15) w/ Custom Cables & Case - Excellent
Used – ExcellentOriginally $1,325, now $1,250 ($75 price drop)$1,325$75 price drop$1,250
Originally $452.95, now $345.95 ($107 price drop)$452.95$107 price drop$345.95
Originally $1,475, now $1,106.25 ($368.75 price drop)$1,475$368.75 price drop$1,106.25
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Originally $925, now $725 ($200 price drop)$925$200 price drop$725
Originally $149.99, now $139.99 ($10 price drop)$149.99$10 price drop$139.99Free Shipping
$189.03$189.03
$1,426.61$1,426.61
Price DropTASCAM DR-10X Mini Portable Recorder with XLR Female Attachment 2015 - Present - Black
Used – Very GoodOriginally $240, now $85 ($155 price drop)$240$155 price drop$85
Originally $149, now $125 ($24 price drop)$149$24 price drop$125
Originally $180, now $172 ($8 price drop)$180$8 price drop$172
Originally $8,292.39, now $7,739.56 ($552.83 price drop)$8,292.39$552.83 price drop$7,739.56
Originally $500, now $425 ($75 price drop)$500$75 price drop$425
Price DropSound Devices MixPre-6 II Audio Recorder / Mixer / USB Audio Interface | MINT & FREE SHIP!
Used – ExcellentOriginally $1,039, now $979 ($60 price drop)$1,039$60 price drop$979Free Shipping
Originally $713.30, now $570.64 ($142.66 price drop)$713.30$142.66 price drop$570.64
Originally $1,843.38, now $1,400.97 ($442.41 price drop)$1,843.38$442.41 price drop$1,400.97
Price DropKawai PR-1 Acoustic Piano Recording System w/ Piano Mics, Cables, Box & Manual
Used – ExcellentOriginally $799, now $399 ($400 price drop)$799$400 price drop$399
Originally $58, now $48 (18% price drop)$5818% price drop$48
Originally $275, now $235 ($40 price drop)$275$40 price drop$235
Originally $379, now $265.30 ($113.70 off)$379$113.70 off$265.30
Originally $200, now $165 ($35 price drop)$200$35 price drop$165
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$149.99$149.99Local Pickup
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Best Portable Recorders for Musicians on Reverb
A useful tool in the arsenal of any musician, a portable recorder is one of those Swiss army pieces of gear that offers many useful applications. From the pocket-sized, point-and-record ease of the Tascam DR-100 Digital Recorder to the multi-track versatility of the Boss BR-800, a bevy of the best portable recorders for musicians is here on Reverb.
Able to fulfill roles from pinning down field recordings for new samples to straightforward synth tracks with the fan-favorite Zoom H Series, Reverb has a broad range of portable audio recorder options and the best prices to get you inspired for your next song.
What to Consider When Buying a Portable Recorder
Though portable recorders share the traits of being relatively lightweight and easy to transport, especially handheld recorders, there are a few key differences to consider in your hunt.
- Application: Just need something to record ideas during practice or a solo jam in your room? If so, the more affordable models that favor ease of use over audio fidelity are right up your alley. If you're after pristine clips for use in samples or songs, it's worth the extra money to go for a higher-end option.
- Tracks: Headed out into the world to capture that next inspiring sound? You'll probably want a single-track recorder that can just slip into your pocket and move. For tracking multiple instruments or creating layers, a bit-larger-but-still-portable unit you can take and leave at the practice space would be a solid option.
- Microphone: Depending on the model you select, the onboard mic will either be internal or external, with external mics often interchangeable. If you want more versatility in your recording tone/quality, the external option is for you. If you want to point and record, just go internal.
- Added Features: Finally, there are points to consider like amount of memory, onboard effects, and even a video recording component. Give some thought to what you want to do now and what you might want to do when you have more experience.
Portable Recorders Near Me
To exclusively browse for portable recorders near you, reference the list of top cities and countries available on Reverb to search within a desired location. You also can review shipping details within an item’s “Shop Policies” section.