The TASCAM DA-6400 64-Channel Digital Multitrack Recorderfrom TASCAM DA-6400 64-Channel Digital Multitrack Recorderis a 64-channel digital multitrack recorder/player that records to an internal SSD caddy for live and event recording. With I/O options like MADI and DANTE, it is ideal for live recordings, event capture, or to a backup for critical DAW sessions. In addition, the DA-6400 is a suitable option for professional remote recording.

Furthermore, the recorder/player features an AK-CC25 hot-swappable caddy containing a 240GB TASCAM solid-state drive, and the caddy includes a USB-3 jack for stand-alone use. This allows you to hand the drive to the client to offload the BWAV-files into their DAW session. The DA-6400 records 64 tracks at 48 kHz/24-bit or 32 tracks at 96 kHz/24-bit. Also, included on the rear panel are SMPTE timecode, word clock, RS-422, parallel, Ethernet connections and two power supply inlets.

The I/O options for the DA-6400 include the IF-MA64/EX interface card (sold separately), with both coaxial and optical MADI connections. This card contains a redundant coaxial connection so that MADI is passed through even if power is lost, making it an ideal backup recorder for DAW sessions. Additional cards (sold separately) include the IF-MA64/BN coaxial MADI card, IF-DA64 Dante card, and IF-AE16 AES/EBU card, with more to come.

In conclusion, the TASCAM DA-6400 combines high performance, flexibility, and complete reliability in a solid-state 64-track recorder.

24/Bit 48 kHz Recording & Playback    2.5" SSD Recording Media    Hot-Swappable with Front-Loaded Storage    LCD Color Display    2x I/O Slots for Optional Interface Card    SMPTE LTC Timecode Input and Output    Firmware Upload over USB    RS-422 Serial Remote Control    iPad & Computer Applications for Remote    Two Power Supply Inlets

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. On Dec.4,2019, Zoom customer support answered "They(Ch7,8)are each mono inputs" then on Mar.2nd, 2020, Zoom customer support said "Channels 7 and 8 are both stereo channels" . Which answer is correct? Are ch7,8 two mono or two stereo?

A: It depends on the input. If you are using the 1/4" input it's mono, the 3.5mm is stereo (using both 7 and 8).

Q: 2. Does phantom power apply to the TRS portion of the combo jacks, or just the XLR portion?

A: The Zoom LiveTrak L-8 can only supply phantom power via XLR. 1/4" TRS devices connected to its combo jacks will not receive phantom power.

Q: 3. Can I output the audio using xlr or 1/4" trs to a speaker? I want to use this for DJ but not sure if it will work or not

A: You can connect the main outputs of this unit to active speakers, with a 1/4-inch TRS connection, with a cable such as the Pearstone PM Series 1/4" TRS Male to XLR Female Professional Interconnect Cable (15'), BH #PEPMTRSXF15. The mixer has many features aimed at people maing podcasts, but if you are planning to DJ and stream out to a computer, or to record your set on to an SD card, this would be a good option for you.

Q: 4. What can be said about the clock accuracy on this unit? I own a Zoom R16 and have also worked with output from their other recorders. Loading to my NLE, there is always large drift over an hour recording (e.g. a full second+) I'm hoping this is better?

A: Thank you for your question. I spoke with Zoom directly and they do not have a measurement for clocking accuracy but they did say that the improvements over the R16 are vast and you should not have any noticeable drift

Q: 5. Can I connect my studio monitors from the xlr outputs to the trs balanced cable?

A: If your active studio monitors have a 1/4-inch TRS balanced input, you can use cables such as these: Pearstone PM Series 1/4" TRS Male to XLR Female Professional Interconnect Cable (10'), BH #PEPMTRSXF10.

Q: 6. Can you record the master mix to the SD card? Mine records multitrack which is great sometimes but other times I just want the main mix.

A: You can select the master mix to record a stereo mix, as well as the discreet channel recordings to the SD card.

Q: 7. What is the model of compatible Kensington lock for the Zoom L8? Thanks!

A: As per Zoom Audio, the dimensions of the Kensington lock port on the back of the Zoom L8 is 9mm horizontal, 7.5mm vertical, depth is 9.5mm. In light of this, it would work just fine with a 5mm Kensington Lock.

Q: 8. Does this work well with Mac Os Catalina?

A: Yes!

Q: 9. The audio recorded on each track is Raw audio (pre faders and or EFX) or is recorded after process? Thanks

A: The recording is pre-fader and pre-effects. It can also be pre-compressor, there is a setting for that. So yes, it is RAW . The other person who answered is wrong.

Q: 10. How do you change master out xlr's from line to mic out or vise versa?

A: The Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Portable 8-Channel Digital Mixer and Multitrack Recorder's Master Out XLR connections are specified at Line Level and do not have an option to be changed to Mic Level. It does appear that the output level from the XLR connectors can be affected by the Master Fader, however.