TASCAM DA-88 Multitrack Recorder

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The TASCAM DA-88 is an industry-standard 8-track digital multitrack recorder introduced in the early 1990s. Using Hi-8 tape and the DTRS (Digital Tape Recording System) format, it quickly became a mainstay in professional studios, post-production houses, and live recording rigs worldwide. Known for its reliability, expandability, and clean digital sound, the DA-88 helped define the transition from analog tape to digital multitrack recording.

Key Features

• 8 Tracks of Digital Audio
  Records 8 tracks of uncompressed 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz digital audio on affordable Hi-8 video cassettes.
• Expandable to 128 Tracks
  Up to 16 DA-88 units can be synchronized via the 9-pin DTRS sync connector, providing massive track counts for large-scale sessions.
• TDIF Digital I/O
  Standard TDIF-1 (TASCAM Digital Interface) digital input/output for lossless transfers between digital consoles and interfaces.
• Analog & Digital Flexibility
  Built-in DB-25 analog I/O at –10 dBV, with optional digital interface cards (AES/EBU, ADAT, SDIF-2) to match any workflow.
• SMPTE/Video Sync Ready
  Accepts the optional SY-88 sync card for SMPTE timecode generation/chase and video sync lock — essential for film, TV, and broadcast.
• Professional Transport
  Rugged Hi-8 tape mechanism with confidence monitoring and error correction, engineered for dependable long-format recording.
• Locate & Punch Features
  99 locate points per tape, seamless auto-crossfade punch-in/out, and jog/shuttle control for precise editing.