Tascam 2488 MKII Demonstration Tutorial Help

[LilTight90000]

i have one dont know how to work it

[HeIsLegend14]

Hey, I've had the 2488 for a year and am still learning about it all. I was just recording a bass track, took a break, and my cat probably walked on it like she often does when I'm not looking. Now my piano track is only coming through right speaker and my bass only through left speaker. Luckily my vocals and drums are still coming through left and right. Do you have any clue what I can do to fix that?

[BGUCrossroads]

Can anyone tell me how to remove the plastic covers on the xlr connections A-D. There is nothing in the manual and it looks like it uses a special key to get them off. Tascam support is ou till Tuesday and I need to record vocals. .Thanks in advance.

[Hollyhoodproductions]

i have the mk 2 in brand new condition..if anyones interested i will sell it for 800 dollars..

[72WATTSTAX]

I have the neo 2488 it is amazing...

[oethegod]

great vid just got mines saved me thanxxxxxxx

[LiveToLoveTv]

is this good for vocal recording?



[12Daze]

I'm having a hard time assigning different effects to different tracks. Example, reverb to the snare.. and pitch change to the bass drum. Any ideas?

[DavinaFaerie]

I this easy to use?

[GuitarMaster268]

@ProAudioDVDsHey, When im done recording and i hit the mixdown/mastering button (i have the neo) i hit (correct me if im wrong) the record and play buttons at the same time, then i mixdown (I dont bother to master it) the song untill the song ends. Then what do I do to get out of mixing and have it save? If i hit the Mixdown/mastering button again it wants a master or a play back. I can listen to my mix playing back there but if i exit out of that any way it wont play the mixed version. HELP!!!!

[rbrtfls]

Hi, Thanks for the info on the 2488MKII. I've 12 different keyboards and modules. Can my single stereo output from my mixer which has all the 12 channels coming out simultaneously be plugged into say channel one and then assign the different instrument from that one stereo out feed of my mixer to any track I choose? It seems logical to do that instead of unplugging one synth after another to put into the 2488. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Bob F.

[rbrtfls1]

Hi my old Tascam M-312 just went out on me. I also, have a Tascam 2488mkii! Can I use it for just a mixer until I can get a new mixer, w/o recording? I haven't started recording alot but have done some in the past with this 2488. Can it be used just as a mixer for my 10 keyboards? Any help would be great ! I hate not being able to have my practise sessions. Thanks Bob F

[MYAR15SaysImFree]

@rbrtfls1 we use it as a mixer all the time. its great we can record what we want when we want and it works as an excellent mixer

[kazi101]

Hi, Can you record 8 tracks at a time?

[fpescobedo]

i HAVE A 2488 AND I'M TRYING TO ASSIGN AN EFFECT TO ONE CHANNEL AND A DIFFERENT EFFECT TO ANOTHER CHANNEL BUT I CAN'T 'GIT ER DONE'.

IS THIS POSSIBLE OR AM I TRYING TO DO THE IMPOSSIBLE?

THANX

[MrVanniel]

hi i have the tascam 2488 mkii when u swtch it the hd light will show and the lcd it will tell that is working but there is nothing going i mean if i press any button there will be no light even if i press the menu button it will not

nothing can u hel me plz on only?p

[Metallica7000o]

is there a way i can record a full band on here. like maybe 8 tracks for drums 3 for different guitars and 1 for vocals??? please answer i need to know

[brw0044]

@Metallica7000o yes

[fpescobedo]

@Metallica7000o

I'VE DONE THIS BY USING A SEPARATE MIXER FOR THE DRUMS AND SENDING A STEREO (L/R) SIGNAL TO TWO TRACKS ON THE 2488 LEAVING ME 6 TRACKS TO RECORD GTR, BSS AND VOX

[MyGoodApollo]

i have the 2488 neo and i cant figure out how to master a track for the life of me, can anyone help?

[seaoflies666]

can this be manipulated from a computer?

[michaeltuxedos]

how do u loop on this machine?

[hallobaaaby]

This machine doesn't edit fade in and out of inserted "punch-in", producing a click and most often rendering the punch in useless. No volume automated envelopes for the mixing too. Appart from that-ok.

[blktenor]

Is this older or newer than the tascam dp-02?

[SFREEMUSIC1]

can you answer a question about a CAUTION sign that appears everytime i boot it up???????

[walkingmusical]

This is an incredible desk for the money you spend on it. I have been using it for about a year, had no problems atall x

[fatcatbuzz]

Does anyone know the how the sound quality differs from these units compared to computer based program such as Protools? Is there a noticable difference? I only ask because the sampling rate is a little lower on these machines. But, I still have my cassette machines and am happy to use it, though I want to get into the digital realm. I have used Protool, but don't like mixing with a mouse (it is time consuming) and would rather use faders.

[cbmatherstew]

I have the 2488neo. It has a lot of on-board effects, and mixdown is relatively simple. It's a little easier to edit each individual track with pro-tools as far as cutting. With the neo, what you hear is how it's recorded, which is nice. With pro tools you have to shape your sound in the mixdown/mastering phase.

[samsevan]

this is a good recorder but it has 1 flaw u can't plug a monitor to it they should had made that optional

[CTROCK]

man i want to buy this but afraid it will be to hard to use. i like the old school cass record them and just put back the cass and play over agin what u want. so how will u save on this?

[boliverful1]

CTROCK...I was a big fan of the simplicity of the cassettes a long time ago..but when I purchased this (I have the MK 1 not the MK ), after being initially overwhelmed, I was soon playing it like an instrument. You can even beef up your sound by cloning tracks. So it takes a bit, but once you're used to it, the advantages over those old school machines are more than apparent. I'm damned happy with mine, just make sure your headphones are state of he art for mixing purposes. I say go for it!

[izzydye]

I was afraid too but I do NOT regret getting this unit. I DO recommend getting the dvd tutorial. I got mine from"Pro Gear" for 39 bucks and it has been helpful. This thing is GREAT and I will spend the next 5 years figuring it out but is'nt that part of the fun and excitement? I encourage you to get this and it STILL believe it has the same "feel" as the good old casette multi=track recorders. Good luck.

[CTROCK]

hey can u play a regular cd on this machine? the one i'm looking to buy is the tascam2488 no mkll what is the difference between the 2 anyway? u see people email me they music on mp3 i can download the music from mp3 on to a regular cd and i was wondering if i can take the cd put onto this machine and play the track from there i can play the guitar over it. thanks

[kbent88]

does anybody know the difference between the 2488mkII and the 2488neo?

[hung0sowell]

yes the 2488 is a piece of crap,google the complaints this thing haves. half of my buttons dont work after 2 months owning it from brand new.record button does work either,,,piece of shit

[061LiLrOcKsTaR494]

it need to be a "16 BIT MONO WAVE FILE MATE""

[061LiLrOcKsTaR494]

it needs to be a "16 bitMONO wave file"....if udont hve any converter from stereo to mono wav files...hir..try diz....meowmultistudio google it...dwnload 4 free...after intallmnt open it add d files u wnt to convert...den set it up..for a "WAVE 16 BIT MONO FILE"...set d destination file den voila...transfer it into ur 2488..

[elcab33]

can someboy explain me how to import wave files...... i always get the "no file found" message

[koolkidd355]

can you use one of this on protools 7.4 ? help me out !

[blueswah]

Is there any way to connect an outboard LCD screen? Something larger for easier viewing.

If not can it be modded to accept an external LCD screen?

[2high209]

is this a good component for hip hop production?how many vocal effects?or is the Boss BR1600 a better option?PLS help

[postcardsoflife]

Yes and the vocal effects are reasonalbly good. Check out my youtube channel as all my demo songs there are recorded on a tascam 2488. bon voyage!

[SouthCPA717]

uhm does this have vocal effects on it??

[roots1981]

good gear! but...there is the wave form editing like roland vs 1880 or yamaha aw recorders?.................

[97warlock]

Your vids are awesome........very very cool. I have a tascam 414 Analog...new to Multitracking. Wish you had a vid on the 414 ....Ive looked everywhere for any help & still no luck. I recorded 2 tracks ,after that Im LOST!! help....anyone?

[Sailjunkie61]

1. Yes, you can record drums...you just need some good mics.

2. I have a DP02CD. I just purchased this. I didn't buy the NEO because I have all of the additional features as outboard gear (compression, stereo exciters etc.).

3. The Korg D3200 is probably a nicer unit for twice the price. For my purposes, the 2488MKII should work out fine.

[vainball123]

would u suggest a first time user to buy this?

[vainball123]

does amnyone know if u can you record actual drums?

[Funmichi]

please... this is a RECORDER, what is a recorder for?

[talibad]

i need to know if it's better the tascam 2488mk2 or the common pc plus an external audio card (medium-high level)? i have just to record voice...nuff thanx

[versierterXXL]

can someone tell me how to change between the micx4 and the micx8 effect. if i try to get the micx8 effect i always come to the multi-effects......the micx8 effect dosn't seem to exist. can someone help me

[hayabusafmw]

what is better buy those all in ones or computer card ect ect like presonus ect???

im confused now....

i might want to get a neo & then export them to a computer but still i heard its hard

[Hugzey101]

anyone know weather this would be any good for rappin on?

[lustandblood]

You dont need so much for rap though... but yeah, its excellent man

[orlandos]

I'm trying to decide whether to buy one of these or the Korg D3200. Anyone have any ideas on this?

Thanks

[versierterXXL]

I wouldn't buy this one I would buy the Tascam 2488 NEO. It's the new one from Tascam, it just came out. I have bought one. Really awsome and easy to handle. Look out for the Tascam 2488 neo

[tinyboy43]

when recording on the 2488 mk2 tasam the live drumset at the same time what level should i have each track on

[chekemalole]

I am glad you like the Neo.I have one I still cannot make my first recording.Will you please get in touch with me to give me a hand.

[14stamaro]

is it compatable with midi softwares like reasons4?

[thebluesrockers]

does anyone remember the tascam 564? was thinking about buying one on ebay. what would they be worth? and how good do you think they were or are? the 2488 sells for about $600-$800 on ebay and the 564 for less than $100

[LH3AM]

I also tried the M-Audio Profire 2626, also had to return that one because clicks and pops from out of nowhere would get recorded even though I had no system requirement issues or wiring issues. Read forums about computer based recording, some people have also experienced the same problem. Like I said, I might have to give the Tascam 2488 neo a try.

[LH3AM]

I initially went for the Korg D3200, fatal error messages would come up during the editing process, returned it. Got the HD16 two weeks ago. Really easy to use, crashed after 7 days of use, returned it. Now I'm still stuck with my old Zoom MRS 1266, awesome recorder which I have been using for 4 years now, never crashed, just truly disappointed with the HD 16. Now I'm looking at this video, and it makes me think, I might just have to get one of these myself, the 2488 neo.

[marklouisvalerio]

i just purchased a tascam 2488 mkii, i already tried to record some songs & its awesome, i just want your help on how can i assign the effects (like reverb, delay ect.) on each channels or instruments... tnx...

[jimmyfuckinmusic]

I absolutely love my 2488 mk2... Lotsa bang for the buck!!!!

[ssccrab]

I'm trying to decide on whether to purchase this unit or the Zoom HD16CD. I know that on the Zoom, it can also double as a control surface for editing on your computer. Does this unit have this capability as well? And in anyone's opinion, which one do you think would be the better one to get? Thanks!

[cjgdrumz]

I am still confused, since im new at this. so you can still record your own drum track. or can you only make a drum track using a drum machine on it???

[scattypants]

DEFFO THE 2488MK11

[urheadonastick]

Can you record 8 miced tracks at once with this machine?-thanks

[Marshallman1960]

yes

[tdj6464]

Question? input needed ,,, I was looking into getting one of these , have a Zoom 8trk . But people are saying, just get software and use computer , stating it is professional quality. Is computer recording DAW superior to the Tascam ?????

[Marshallman1960]

The best thing to do is get a mackie mixer plug all you stuff in that line out the mixer to the tascam recorder and record that, then get the remixing and mastering software,and use the usb tranfer key from the recorder and upload it on your computer and edit it. but you have to have a cd recorder on your computer.

[shiggadee]

i was wondering the same thing... thanx!!!

[flimflam4141]

I have had a 2488 for 2 years. It recently developed an internal electronic problem that is intermittent. I bought a Boss BR1200CD. Thought it would be better. Nothing further from the truth. I am sending it back and getting a 2488MKII. The Tascam has better sound and it is so much more user friendly. The Boss has quite a learning curve. Good solic machine, but I am from the old analog school, I just want to record. I am scared of reported gliches of Tascam but I will take them anyday.

[jellycream3D]

The Zoom HD8CD is good, and also, have more preset loops, drum machines, over 500 drum sounds, 11 bass sounds, 475 preset rhythm patterns, 130 multieffects and 370 patches of DSP efffects. Also have different guitar amp models like Fender, Marshall and Vox. The only difference is, that is more ugly, and have 8 tracks to record...but TASCAM is so good...

[kltkyle]

Just bought one of these yesterday, but I really want to get the instructional video before I put it to REAL use. So far, it's great!

[Icarus1331]

nice video,Im buying 2488 tomorrow,cant wait

[blackhoodsociety]

yo with this machinie can i add mfx or eqs to a audio like software rg cubase without blocking the mfx like mv8800 coz i hate rerecording the trac to free up the mfx or eqs so help on that coz if it does the samr thing as samplers then im not up for it

[gilmoursgod]

i just bought this instuctional dvd on the net it is worth every penny THANK YOU SO MUCH FROM LIVERPOOL ENGLAND

[hayabusafmw]

is it better than buying a MAc + tons of 10000000$ studio

for a tiny room? im trying to find a alternative to a god damn pc!

thanks!

[gilmoursgod]

This video is fantastic I bought a 2488 last week and as soon as the wife stops checking my bank account I will be buying you full video THANK YOU

[kbow38]

so this is simular to protool almost??

[loammiperalta]

can you let us hear a final demo fromm this machine please .

[25tolyfe187]

does it have effects for vocals

[ProAudioDVDs]

a ton! Compression, delay, reverb, chorus, etc.