The DA-38 is an eight-track digital tape recorder that uses the same Hi-8 format as Tascam's DA-88 so there is complete compatiblty between tapes made on either machine. The DA-38 is specifically designed for the musician with many new features that make recording a more streamlined process.

The unique Electronic Patchbay eliminates the "repatching" necessary each time you change recording tracks. You can leave the microphone patched to input #1 and then re-direct the mic's signal to any other track without pulling cables, etc. The Digital Track Copy feature allows for "comping" the best performances from many different tracks down to a single track for your final, ultimate performance. This happens in all-digital domain for no loss in audio quality. The Auto Punch In/Out feature lets you perfect difficult punch in/outs for assembly editing. Tascam has also included Track Advance and Delay in the DA-38 so that individual tracks or any group of tracks can be "slipped" back and ahead. This is a valuable feature when the "feel" of your music must be altered. By the way, all if these functions are accomplished from the front panel controls, buttons and Jog Wheel.