Never miss a moment. Capture audio anywhere with the
Portacapture X6. The intuitive app-like operations on its large color screen
make it easy to record or sweeten up your audio in post. Record using the X6’s
dual built-in microphones or plug in your own mics to its 2 XLR inputs. The
recording quality on the Portacapture X6
will be your secret weapon. Its 96 kHz/32-bit float recording technology means
that you can capture audio softer or louder than ideal, assuring that you will
never miss that moment.
FEATURES
App-like Operation
Quickly access your settings and adjustments on the
Portacapture X6’s large (2.4-inch) color touchscreen. With the easy-to-navigate
interface and helpful tools, you are just a few taps from the perfect setting
for your needs. Use the Launcher to select from podcast, music, interviews,
field recording and 6-track multi-track recording. Start fast, start right and
get exactly what you need.
Audio For Video Production
When shooting a video, you want to be able to focus on your
video production and not worry about your audio. The Portacapture X6 was built
with video production in mind. The workflow, presets and user-saved settings
save you countless steps. The X6 has your back with its 96 kHz/32-bit float
recording technology. Not only does this mean you will have the highest quality
audio, but you will have a dynamic range that allows you to overcome those
less-than-ideal realities that can often occur on a shoot. Upgrade your audio
and reduce your worries with your own Portacapture X6.
Capture Your Way
The Portacapture X6 is
ready to record with a few quick taps. The internal high-quality stereo
microphones can instantly rotate
from A-B to a true X-Y mic pattern to allow for dialog or
spatial music recording.
Have your own mics? Use those thanks to the two included XLR
inputs or line level inputs. The mic preamplifiers are TASCAM HDDA (High
Definition Discrete Architecture) – providing ultra-low noise and clean
transparent audio based on over 50 years of TASCAM know-how.
Record 6 tracks (4 track + 2 mix) simultaneously and even use
the X6 as your 6-in/2-out USB audio interface to connect to your computer.
Capture Every Bit
It would be great if every time you need to capture audio,
everything is perfect. Not too loud, not too soft. Of course that is not the
reality for most of us. Sometimes the voice or sound that you need to capture
will be really soft and in other cases it is blasting. Even in these extremes,
you are expected to capture the sound and deliver well- finished audio. The
32-bit float point recording technology in the Portacapture X6 gives you a much
lower floor and higher ceiling to achieve audio success. You could use another
audio recorder and hope not to need this best-in-class recording technology,
but should you?
Control The X6 From Your Phone
In those cases where you want to put your audio recorder in
one place and operate it from another, the X6 has you covered. With the AK-BT1
Bluetooth® adapter (sold separately) and free Portacapture Control app, it’s
easy to remote control your X6 wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet.
Imagine the possibilities!
Ready-To-Publish Audio Anywhere
With the Portacapture X6’s your audio will be ready to share.
Built-in signal processing, including a
compressor, limiter, high pass filter, EQ, and reverb, add that studio
polish. Whether you need to tame the wind when recording outside or want to add
the ambiance of reverb to your vocals, the X6 has you covered. From smoothing
out your input to preventing extreme peaks or eliminating plosives in dialog,
you can count on the Portacapture X6.
Your Virtual Audio Engineer
Getting your settings
just right for your recording goals can be overwhelming, but not on the
Portacapture X6. Select from the pre-perfected settings like Voice, Podcast,
Music Recording, ASMR, and Field Recording. Just select the one that applies and start to record. Each setting was carefully tuned by
TASCAM audio engineers for the defined use case. They set it all up, so you
don’t have to.
KEY FEATURES
l Enjoy intuitive
app-like controls on the X6, all using the large 2.4-inch touchscreen.
Easy-to-use recording, pre-production and post-production capabilities are just
a touch away.
l Capture using up to
96 kHz, 32-bit float recording
l Record 6 tracks (4
track + 2 mix) simultaneously
l Easy-to-use
recording pre-sets: Select from music, podcast, interviews, field recording and
6-track multi-track for the ideal recording setup for your needs.
l 2 XLR inputs and
dual built-in mics with switchable AB/true-XY patterns
l The 2 XLR input
terminals are compatible with phantom power (24V/48V) to support recordings
with multiple mic/line inputs
l Undistorted
recording processing enables safe recording without lowering the S/N ratio with
32-bit float processing
l Equipped with a
6-in/2-out USB audio interface function
l Wireless remote
control from smartphones/tablets is possible with the optional AK-BT1
Bluetooth® adapter (sold separately). Time-code sync is also possible via
Bluetooth® (*Timecode sync will be supported from V1.10 firmware
update)
INCLUDED IN THE BOX
Portacapture X6 ×
1
AA alkaline batteries ×
4
Owner‘s Manual (including warranty) × 1
TASCAM ID registration guide
× 1
OPTIONAL ITEMS
Wind screen: WS-86
Accessory Kit: AK-DR11G MKIII and
AK-DR11C MKII
Bluetooth Adapter: AK-BT1
AC Adapter Kit: PS-P520U
¦ Specification/Rating
Recorder Specifications
Recording media
microSD cards (64MB –2GB)
microSDHC cards (4GB - 32GB)
microSDXC cards (48 GB –512 GB)
*Class 10 or
higher required
Recording/playback
formats
WAV (BWF): 44.1k/48k/96kHz
16/24-bit, 32-bit float
MP3: 44.1k/48kHz, 128k/192k/256k/320kbps
Number of Channels
Input channels: 4
channels maximum
Recording tracks: 6
tracks maximum (4 tracks, stereo mix)
Analog Audio Input
Ratings
Mic inputs (balanced)
Input jacks 3/4 (when INPUT SELECT set to MIC)
Connectors:
XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Note: supports phantom power only when MIC input selected
Input impedance: 2.2kO or higher
Maximum input level: +2 dBu
Minimum input level: -75dBu
Input jacks 3/4 (when INPUT SELECT set to LINE)
Connectors:
XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Impedance: 9kO or higher
Nominal input level: +4dBu(GAIN setting at minimum)
Maximum input level: +24 dBu
Minimum input level: -53dBu
Line input (unbalanced): MIC/EXT IN jack (can provide plugin
power)
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
Input impedance:
10 kO or higher (when plug-in power is off)
1.8 kO or higher (when plug-in power is on)
Nominal input level: -20 dBV(GAIN setting at minimum)
Maximum input level: 0 dBV
Minimum input level: -67 dBV
Analog Audio Output
Ratings
Line Output (unbalanced): LINE OUT Jack
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
Output impedance: 210O
Recording Times (in
hours: minutes)
File format (recording setting)
Card capacity 32GB
320kbps MP3 (stereo)
44.1kHz 222:13
(microSDHC) 128GB
(microSDXC)
320kbps MP3 (stereo)
44.1kHz 888:53
16-bit WAV (stereo)
Card capacity 32GB
50:23
(microSDHC) 128GB
(microSDXC)
201:33
24-bit WAV (stereo) 96kHz
Card capacity 32GB
15:25
(microSDHC) 128GB
(microSDXC)
61:43
32-bit float WAV (stereo)
Card capacity 32GB
96kHz
11:34
(microSDHC) 128GB
(microSDXC)
46:16
* The recording times shown above are estimates. They might
differ depending on the microSD card in use.
* The recording times shown above are not continuous
recording
times, but rather they are the total possible recording times
for the microSD card.
* If recorded in mono, maximum recording times will be about
double those above.
* If using dual recording, maximum recording times will be
shorter than those above.
Operating System and Other Requirements
Check the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.com/) for the
latest information about supported operating systems.
Power consumption
7.5 W (maximum)
Dimensions
75 x 174.3 x 37.2 mm (W× H× D, excluding protrusions)
Weight
365/265g (with/without batteries)
Operating temperature range
0–40ºC
Battery Operation Time (continuous operation)
Using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
Use Conditions
Operation time
Input through inputs 1-2
Phantom power not used
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on: About 13.5 hours
Input through inputs 1-2 and input jacks 3-4 (using phantom
power: +48V, 3mA×2 load)
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE off: About 5.5 hours
Using Ni-MH battery (eneloop)
Use conditions
Operation time
Input through inputs 1-2
Phantom power not used
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on: About 11 hours
Input through inputs 1-2 and input jacks 3-4 (using phantom
power: +48V, 3mA×2 load)
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE off: About 5.5 hours
Using lithium-ion batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium)
Use conditions
Operation time
Input through inputs 1-2
Phantom power not used
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE on: About 22 hours
Input through inputs 1-2 and input
jacks 3-4 (using phantom power: +48V, 3mA×2 load)
44.1kHz stereo WAV (BWF)
24-bit recording
POWER SAVE MODE off: About 11.5 hours
Note: When using phantom power, the operation time might be
reduced depending on the mic being used.
Included items
Portacapture X6 × 1
AA alkaline batteries × 4
Owner's Manual(including warranty) × 1
TASCAM ID registration guide × 1
