Allowing you to record hands-on without the need for a computer, the DP-24SD 24-Track Digital Portastudio from Tascam can track up to 8 sources simultaneously with support for up to 24 tracks on playback. It features 8 combo XLR/TRS mic preamplifier inputs, with the eighth input also supporting Hi-Z sources such as guitar and bass. For hands-on control of your mix, the unit has 19 total faders (including the master), as well as a variety of EQ, compression, and guitar-based effects for tweaking your mix. The unit records directly to SD and SDHC cards. Additionally, you can export your tracks to an external computer via the unit’s USB port. A power supply, 2 GB SD card, and a USB cable are included. 12 Mono/Stereo Selectable Faders The recorder has 12 selectable tracks between MONO or STEREO. Use a STEREO track for recording synthesizer, or set the track to MONO when recording guitar or vocal. Not only that, you can create independent settings for each track (set #9 to #12 STEREO, then set #13 to #22 MONO) 19 Faders Eliminates Layer Structuring The device features 19 total faders, one of which is assigned as the master fader 3.5′′ Color LCD and Self-Illuminated Buttons The DP-24SD has a 3.5′′ LCD screen and select self-illuminated buttons, to view your entire creative process. Some of the illuminated buttons include SOURCE, SELECT, REC, MUTE 12 Rotary Knobs The DP-24SD has employed rotary knobs to control qualities such as EQ, Effect Send and other related features Records to SD/SDHC Media The DP-24SD uses SD/SDHC media. These cards provide secure shock resistance due to the absence of any moving parts. The file format in the DP-24SD is FAT 16 or 32. You can transfer the recorded files to your computer via USB 8 XLR/TRS Inputs, 8 Channel Recording, The DP-24SD has 8 XLR/TRS combo inputs. You can record up to eight sources at one time 3-Band EQ Input A-H and each track are equipped with 3-band EQ. The equalizer for each track and each input are independent from other effects. Record with EQ for each individual track 8 Dynamic Effects, Guitar Effects, and Mix-Down Effects Use up to 8 dynamics effects at once, one for each input source. For example, utilize the built-in compressor effect for your bass, guitar and drum tracks. In addition, the DP-24SD has multiple guitar and mixing effects Built-In Digital Mastering The unit is equipped with mastering effects for finished-sounding mixes. There is no need for computers when recording and mixing. The mastering effects section includes a Multi-Band Compressor, EQ, Noise-Shaping Dither, and a Normalize Effects. You can create a 2-track master file for transfer to your computer and delivering to CD mastering or sharing online Headphone Amplifier The headphone amplifier provides ample monitoring in loud environments such as a rehearsal studios or live performance Track bounce function Virtual tracks (8 virtual tracks per one track) Locate mark up to 99 at one song Chromatic tuner