Tascam Portacapture X6 Review
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Our editorial take on the Tascam Portacapture X6
The TASCAM Portacapture X6 presents itself as a robust, portable multitrack field recorder positioned for videographers, podcasters, and content creators. It offers up to six tracks of simultaneous recording at 96 kHz / 32-bit floating point, along with built-in adjustable stereo condensers for immediate use.
Connectivity includes two XLR microphone/line inputs and a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) line input, supporting a range of external audio sources. The device also functions as a 6x2 audio interface over USB-C, adding versatility to its primary recording function. Its feature set, including signal processing options and app-based remote control (with an optional Bluetooth adapter), suggests a tool designed for streamlined, high-quality audio capture in various scenarios.
While offering handheld portability with AA battery power, it also supports USB bus power and AC/DC power adapters (the latter not included). The integrated touchscreen display enhances usability, and a built-in speaker allows for on-the-go monitoring. Consider the optional Bluetooth adapter for full remote control functionality.
- Six tracks of 96 kHz / 32-bit float recording
- Built-in stereo condenser microphones with A/B and X/Y configurations
- Functions as a 6x2 USB audio interface
- XLR inputs with phantom power and 1/8 inch line input for external sources
- Touchscreen display and mobile app compatibility for remote control
- Bluetooth wireless control requires an optional adapter
- No internal storage, relying solely on microSD cards
- AC/DC power adapter not included
- Wireless timecode only, no direct sync I/O
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Specs
- Upc
- 043774035434
- Usb
- 1x USB-C
- Display
- Backlit LCD Touchscreen
- Sync I/O
- No
- Timecode
- Wireless Only
- Wireless
- Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter
- Bit Depth
- 24/16-Bit, 32-Bit Float
- Snr/Noise
- -125 dBu EIN
- Analog I/O
- 1/8" (3.5 mm) / XLR / 1/8" (3.5 mm) Headphone
- Microphone
- Built-In Stereo Pair
- Form Factor
- Handheld Recorder
- Battery Type
- 2x AA (Included)
- Sample Rates
- 48 / 96 kHz
- Dynamic Range
- 112 dB (Mic/Line Inputs )
- Power Options
- Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
- Thd/Distortion
- ≤ 0.006% THD+N (Mic) ≤ 0.008% THD+N (Line)
- Battery Runtime
- 5.5 to 22 Hours, Dependent on Settings and Battery Type
- Built-In Speaker
- Yes: 0.4 W Mono
- Internal Storage
- No
- Mounting Options
- 1/4"-20 Female
- Number Of Tracks
- 6
- Special Features
- Remote Control Capable (Remote Available Separately)
- Digital Audio I/O
- No
- Mic Configuration
- A/B, X/Y
- Audio File Formats
- BWF, MP3, WAV
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (at 48 kHz) 20 Hz to 40 kHz ±0.4 dB (at 96 kHz)
- Number Of Channels
- 6
- Ac/Dc Power Adapter
- Not Included
- Maximum Input Level
- +2 dBu (Mic Input) +24 dBu (Line Input) 0 dBV (1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Input)
- Operating Conditions
- 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
- Maximum Sampling Rate
- 96 kHz / 32-Bit
- Mobile App Compatible
- Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Tascam X Functionality: Remote Control
- Headphone Output Power
- 45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
- Media/Memory Card Slot
- Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC [512 GB Maximum]
- Signal Processing & Fx
- Compressor, EQ, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter, Reverb
- Analog Audio I/O Details
- 2x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Line Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
- Number Of Input Channels
- 6
- Primary Use Applications
- Audio-for-Video, Music Recording, Podcasting
- Audio Interface Capability
- Multi-Track:
- Number Of Microphone Inputs
- 2
- Bias/Plug-In & Phantom Power
- Has Bias/Plug-In Power: Voltage is Unspecified 48 / 24 V Phantom Power
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