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If you're just getting into recording your own music, the MF-P01 is the perfect Portastudio for you. Using the MF-P01 couldn't be easier ... just pop in a standard cassette tape, plug in your instrument, select the track you want and hit "Record". You have four tracks to work with, so recording your drum machine, guitar, vocals and keyboard is no problem.Plus, the MF-P01 is the most inexpensive Portastudio ever made in TASCAM's long history of creating the most innovative audio products for everyone from musicians to the very best world-class studios. If you're a creative musician and want to get into the art of multitrack recording, this is the best place to start.The perfect Portastudio for musicians and novice recordists.4-track multitrack recorder.Uses inexpensive standard cassette tapes.Records one track at a time with classic warm analog sound.Includes headphone output. ... Read more

Features

• The perfect Portastudio for musicians and novice recordists
• Uses inexpensive standard cassette tapes
• Records one track at a time with classic warm analog sound
• Includes headphone output

Reviews (1)

Good Cheap Recording
If you want a recorder as a scratch pad for ideas or to practice multiple parts and you don't want to pay a lot, this is the product for you.Spend the extra money though, and get the startup pack w/ the tape, headphones, microphone, etc.For $39 bucks more, it's really a deal. ... Read more

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For the aspiring musician, songwriter or music educator looking for the best value in an entry-level multitrack recording system, the Porta 02 can't be beat. With great sound quality, easy operation and full compatibility with consumer stereo cassette decks, this economical 4-track recorder lets you record, overdub and mixdown to standard cassette. Features: 4-track integrated mixer/cassette multitrack recorder; 2 MIC/LINE input channels; 4 channel mixer-LEVEL and PAN controls on each channel; Industry standard 17/8 ips. tapes speed; Headphone monitor output with level control; 2-track simultaneous record capability. ... Read more

Features

• Totally portable and great for practice and for recording your musical creations
• Features a 4-track cassette recorder with 2-track simultaneous recording capability
• 2 - 1/4
• Dedicated linear faders
• Level and pan controls for each channel

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One of the smallest and easiest to use self-contained 4-track recorders.Perfect for the budding songwriter.Lay down vocal and guitar tracks, rehearse your licks and create demo tapes. ... Read more

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The Fostex X-12 is a great entry level 4 track recorder that is full featured and easy to use. The X-12 is great for recording home demos or for use as a "scratch pad" for song writers. ... Read more

Features

• Simple one-track recording; easy operation.
• Quick and easy Record Track Select button.
• 5-segment LED input level meter.
• Individual Playback level and Pan control.
• Stereo Line Out and Headphone Out with level control for stereo mastering or monitoring.

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The Porta02mkII recorder is totally portable and great for practice and recording your musical creations. It features a 4-track cassette recorder with 2-track simultaneous recording capability. 2 - 1/4" inputs including a Hi-Z guitar input for recording direct, dedicated linear faders, and level and pan controls for each channel. Also has a headphone jack with independent level control, stereo/mono switching, and a master L-R output. Includes full TASCAM warranty.Start-Up Package includes Porta02mkII, one TDK SA-X60KX 60-minute high-bias tape, HPVP1 headphones, and MCPV1 mic with XLR to 1/4" cable. ... Read more

Features

• Totally portable and great for practice and for recording your musical creations
• Features a 4-track cassette recorder with 2-track simultaneous recording capability
• 2 - 1/4" inputs including a Hi-Z guitar input for recording direct
• Dedicated linear faders
• Level and pan controls for each channel

Product Description

Includes Fostex X-12, Whirlwind Little Imp low-impedance transformer, 50 - 30-minute blank cassettes, 50-pack plastic cassette cases, 100-pack blank cassette labels, Nady StarPower 1 mic, AKG K44 headphones, 10' mic cable, and 10' - 1/4" cable. ... Read more

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The Most Affordable PortaStudio Ever! A four track recorder that allows a recording novice to achieve instant gratification. Perfect for the beginner. Mic Line input for vocals and instruments. ... Read more

Features

• The perfect Portastudio for musicians and novice recordists
• Uses inexpensive standard cassette tapes
• Records one track at a time with classic warm analog sound
• Includes headphone output
• Never forget that melody in your head, lay it down!!

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The 414mkII 4-track cassette Portastudio with one TDK SA-X60KX 60-minute high-bias tape, pair of TASCAM HPVP1 headphones, and one TASCAM MCPV1 mic. ... Read more

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For you or as a gift. The new 414mkII Portastudio is ideal for newcomers or those experienced in multitrack recording, packing high-end features into a convenient, compact and economical package. A high-speed transport, combined with Hi & Low EQ and dbx noise reduction means great sound. For convenience, there are also 2 XLR microphone inputs, and a 1/4" HiZ guitar input. Use it for demos, as a portable sketch pad, or for practicing recording techniques. 4 track recorder with 8 input mixer4 mic/line input channels, 2 stereo inputs2 XLR mic inputsHiZ guitar input2 effect sends2 band EQ on each channel3 3/4 ips high tape speeddbx noise reductionOptional RC-30P punch-in pedal  ... Read more

Features

• 4 mic/line input channels, 2 stereo inputs
• 2 XLR mic inputs, HiZ guitar input
• 2 effect sends
• 2 band EQ on each channel
• 3 3/4 ips high tape speed, dbx noise reduction

Reviews (1)

Good sound; great simplicity, flexibility, and price
I'm a vocalist, and I wanted the ability to produce good quality recordings quickly (i.e. on the spot/during rehearsal) and inexpensively.I recently purchased the Portastudio 414mkII to meet this need, and I'm quite please with its performance to date.For clarity, this is not my demo quality set up.I use an Edirol audio interface and Cakewalk recording software for that purpose.This latter solution works quite well, but is rather cumbersome to set up and carry through to mastering.

I chose the Portastudio 414mkII over similarly priced alternatives because it seemed to present the best combination of price and features.I looked at the more affordable Porta02mkII and MF-P01 by Tascam, but these units lack XLR inputs, EQ controls, and effects send capability.The X-12 by Fostex was similarly oversimplified, in my opinion.I also considered the pricier Pocketstudio 5 and Fostex MR-8 (both digital units), but ultimately rejected these because their interfaces seemed more complicated than necessary for a rehearsal quality unit.The 414mkII's solid array of inputs and outputs also seemed superior to those on these digital units.I did not consider digital multi-tracks with built in CD burners during this purchase.In my mind, units with those capabilities (and price) compete directly with my Edirol/Cakewalk set up.

As I indicate above, I'm quite pleased with the Portastudio 414mkII's performance.Setup was a breeze, the controls are intuitive, and the manual provides excellent guidance on more complicated features.Recording is basically as simple as turning the unit on, taking a few sample levels, and pushing record.Mixing and mastering are similarly simple processes, and I've found myself recording, mixing, and mastering piano/vocal arrangements in roughly 30 minutes.

Most importantly, the sound quality is incredibly good given this unit's price and ease of operation.I've recorded acoustic piano, electronic piano, and voice thus far, and the resulting mix is truly a pleasure to listen to; in fact, it far surpasses my expectations for a unit priced so reasonably.My only negative feedback is that these initial recordings yielded a barely audible hiss when played back through my home stereo at high volume.Please understand, however, that when I say barely audible, I mean it; normal listeners (non audiophiles) will likely not notice the noise at all.I'm now playing with input and recording levels to try and eliminate even that noise.But regardless of success, I'll remain pleased with the sound quality this reasonably priced unit delivers.

Best of luck with your decision, and happy recording!
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Product Description

The 414mkII Portastudio is ideal for newcomers or those experienced in multitrack recording, packing high-end features into a convenient, compact and economical package. A high-speed transport, combined with Hi & Low EQ and dbx noise reduction means great sound. For convenience, there are also 2 XLR microphone inputs, and a 1/4" HiZ guitar input. Use it for demos, as a portable sketch pad, or for practicing recording techniques. ... Read more

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This eight-input, four-track cassette recorder is the hippest of its kind, and the other items included make this a hot package. Package includes: Tascam 424 MKIII Portastudio, AKG K66 Headphones, Shure SM-58 Microphone, a 10' mic cable, and a ten-pack of thirty-minute cassettes. ... Read more

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Kit Includes 414MKII Recorder, AKG K66 Headphones, 10 - 30-min Cassettes. ... Read more

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Includes Tascam MF-P01 portastudio, 50 blank cassettes, 50 cassette cases, 100 cassette labels, microphone, headphones, 10' mic cable, 10' instrument cable, and 15' XLR-1/4" impedance matcher. ... Read more