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Features at a glance - XLR plug-on connection
- Compatible with dynamic mics as well as bettery-powered condenser mics
- 48kHz/24-bit linear PCM mono recording
- WAV files (compatible with BWF format)
- Media: microSD/SDHC cards (supports 32GB capacities)
- Sliding record switch and hold function to prevent misoperation during recording
- Dual recording function
- automatic file closing function to prevent the loss of already recorded data
- XLR connector also can use as external input for external input
- High/Mid/Low recording level settings
- Low-cut filter
- Limiter
- Automatic level function
- With a built-in clock function, supports BWF files that can have time information added, which is convenient for editing and searching
- Time track incrementing function can create new files at regular intervals (every 15 minutes) during recording
- Playback function allows recorded data to be checked immediately
- Headphone output
- Locking mechanism assure a tight connection with the microphone body
- Easy-to-read organic EL display
- micro USB B port enables easy data exchange with computers
- Records at least 10 hours on a single AAA battery by using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
- Unit settings can be created and transferred as a computer text file
- Settings can be transferred between multiple DR-10X units using the infrared transmission function
- Firmware can be updated using a microSD card
- RoHS-compliant product
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The ultimate record-anywhere multitrack.
Capture inspiration whenever and wherever you are.
The new MR-8 Mk II is the easiest to use digital multitrack ever. If you can operate a tape recorder, you'll be recording and multitracking within minutes of opening the box.
By putting all the major controls and functions right there on the top panel instead of buried in a confusing menu system, the MR-8 Mk II, unlike some other recorders, actually aids you in capturing your musical ideas. In addition there's great sounding built-in digital effects, guitar amp and mic simulators, handy mix-down effects, plus the ability to hook up to a PC for data editing, and backing up your songs.
You create. Fostex records.
New for the Mk II is the USB host feature which allows for the easy connection of an 'off-the-shelf' CD-R burner via USB. Making CD masters has never been more simple.
Recording time
Recording time in normal mode (16bit/44.1kHz) is approx. 25 track-minutes on the supplied 128MB CF card and 50 track-minutes on a 256MB card. Extended mode (16bit/22.05kHz) doubles the recording time. Note that recording time varies depending on recorded source, punch in/out, undo/redo status, etc.
Features
8 tracks of recording and playback using CompactFlash cards
2 track simultaneous recording
Superb in-built digital effects inc Mic and Amp simulations
USB Host function for CD burning with 'off-the-shelf' CD burner
2 mic inputs with +48V Phantom Power
Details
8-track recording onto CompactFlash Card.
High quality sound recording and playback with uncompressed linear 16-bit/44.1 kHz digital audio (normal mode) with 2 track simultaneous recording and 8 track playback.
LP Mode (16-bit/22.05 kHz) doubles the recording time.
Physical knobs and buttons for intuitive operations. A new dial knob for menu selection.
Newly added +48V Phantom Power on all two Mic Inputs for wider choice of microphones.
USB Host function ready for CD burning on an off-the-shelf external CD-R drive.
Improved 132 x 64 dot-matrix LCD and self illuminating keys visually show the current status.
Improved built-in digital effects including Reverb, Delay as well as Guitar Amp and Microphone simulations
Black colored top panel design
Analog guitar distortion with the dedicated knob on Input A.
Full-track (8-track) bouncing to a "New Song (track 7/8) for PC transfer and CD burning.
Mastering effects for stereo buss.
USB port for stereo WAV file transfer to and from PC
AC and Battery (6 x AA alkaline cells) operation. Approx. 4 hours maximum operation time with batteries. Includes AC adapter.
Built-in microphone for handy song memo.
Two headphones outputs.
Free "WAV Manager" software available for multiple mono files transfer to and from PCTechnical InfoRecording / Playback
Recording medium CompactFlash
Recording time approx. 6 minutes (8-track on 256MB CF) normal mode
Recording format FAT16
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz (Normal Mode), 22.05 kHz (LP Mode)
Quantization 16-bit linear (non-compression)
A/D converter 24-bit Delta-Sigma
D/A converter 24-bit Delta-Sigma
No. of recording track 8 tracks maximum
No. of simultaneous rec. 2 tracks
Recording/reproduction frequency 20 Hz - 20 kHz (Normal Mode)
Dynamic range 87dB or more (typical) (Normal Mode)
T.H.D. 0.05% or less (typical) (Normal Mode)
Inputs / Outputs
Analog in (input A/B)
Connector XLR-3-31 type (Pin2:hot) and 6mm TRS phone
Input level -48dBV (MIC) - +4dBV (LINE)
Input impedance 1.5k ohm or more 400k ohm or more (GUITAR on INPUT A)
Phantom power P48V (on/off selectable)
Stereo out (L, R)
Connector 6mm stereo phone
Output level -10dBV (unbalance)
Load impedance 10k ohm or more
Headphones (phone 1, 2)
Connector 2 x 6mm stereo phone
Max. output 30mW or more (at 32 ohm)
Load impedance 16 ohm or more
MIDI out
Connector DIN 5 pin
Format MIDI standard
Foot switch
Connector 6mm phone
Level TTL level
USB 2.0 HI-SPEED
Connector B type
USB 1.1
Connector A type
General
Dimensions 286(W) x 220(D) x 65(H) mm
Weight approx. approx. 1.6kgs
Power requirement DC12V, 400mA |
When inspiration hits, the last thing you need is a user interface that gets in the way. Slows you down. Turns you off. No fear of that. 25 knobs and 13 sliders get you immediate access to where the action is.
Unique to the MR16HD are 33 stellar EQ presets available to each input and 2 AUX sends for connecting to external gear. Add to this the convenience of WAV file recording, digital effects, mastering effects, analog guitar distortion and mic simulation and youʼve got just about the slickest, highest quality and downright easiest to use 16 track available on the market.
Features:
16 recording tracks to hard drive 16-bit resolution at 44.1 kHz -- no compression
4 track simultaneous recording -- great for capturing multiple instruments/vocal parts
4 XLR inputs With phantom power and trim control
Extended recording time -- more than 7.5 hours of 16-track recording at CD quality
Full 16-track bouncing Mix-down -- all tracks in stereo
FAT32 Disc Format and WAV Recording Plus USB port for easy transfer of recordings to PC
2 x AUX For connection to outboard gear
S/P DIF Digital Out For digital mastering to external CD recorder, MD etc.
Input EQ Library 33 sound shaping presets available for all inputs
Fantastic Built-In Digital FX Reverbs, guitar amp simulations etc. (see MR-8HD)
Analog Guitar Distortion Awesome distortion (see MR-8HD)
Direct CD-RW Connection via USB Master direct to USB CD-RW (no PC required)
MR16HD/CD model Features as above with in-built CD-RW
WavManager(Windows) ver 2.01 WAV Manager is a utility software application that enables you to import each audio track from a song created using the MR-8, MR-8mk2, MR-8HD, and MR16HD (hereinafter called MR-8/HD) Multitrackers into your PC as a standard mono WAV file (eight files for an 8-track song). In addtion, WAV file data created and edited on the PC can be exported to MR-8/HD.
The New Version 2.01 Now Features:
CD Writing function (now you can burn a CD from your MR-8/HD using the CD-R/RW drive in your computer
A-B part Import Function
New Song Creating Function.
WavManager (Mac OS) ver 2.0 WAV Manager for Mac is a utility software application that enables you to import each audio track from a song created by the MR-8 and MR-8HD (hereinafter called MR-8/HD) into the Mac as a standard mono WAV file (eight files for an 8-track song). Also, WAV file data created and edited in the Mac can be exported to MR-8/HD.
Optional MR16HDCD Recording Studio Pack Contents:
1 x Stoppit Microphone Pop Filter/Popper Stopper
2 x CBI American-Made Instrument Cable GA-1 (10 foot)
1 x On Stage 7701B Tripod Boom Mic Stand
1 x Audio-Technica AT2020 Side Address Studio Microphone
1 x Memorex CDR80 50-Pack Spindle (52x, 700MB)
1 x Fostex PM05MKII Powered Nearfield Monitors (Pair)
1 x CBI MLC20 Mic Cable (20 Foot)
Optional MR16HD Recording Studio Pack Contents:
1 x Hosa CPP203 Dual 1/4 in. To Dual 1.4 in. Cable (9.75 Foot)
1 x RaXXess Stoppit Microphone Pop Filter/Popper Stopper
1 x OnStage 7701B Tripod Boom Mic Stand
1 x Whirlwind MC20 XLR Microphone Cable (20 Foot)
1 x Fostex PM05MKII Powered Nearfield Monitors (Pair)
1 x Audio-Technica AT2020 Side Address Studio Microphone
1 x Memorex CDR80 50-Pack Spindle (52x, 700MB) |
* Instrument trainer / recorder
* 1/4" guitar/bass input
* Guitar/bass effects including amp modelling, delay, reverb, chorus and more
* Records 44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files
* Playback 16 or 24-bit WAV files or MP3 files
* SD/SDHC card media slot with included 2GB card
* Overdub recording allows sound-on-sound build up of an arrangement
* Loop playback using dedicated buttons
* Variable Speed Audition speeds up or slows down playback without changing the pitch
* Chromatic Tuner and Metronome
* USB 2.0 jack for high-speed music transfer
* Dedicated keys and large LCD display for easy operation
* Angled desktop design
* Includes 2GB SD card, AA batteries, USB cable
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Number of tracks:
2 tracks
2 tracks simultaneous playback
2 tracks simultaneous recording
Recording formats:
Compressed audio format
MP2 format (extension .mp2)
48 kHz@128, 192, 256, 320 kbps
MP3 format (extension .mp3)
44.1 kHz@128, 192, 256, 320 kbps
PCM audio format
WAV format (extension .wav), BWF compliant
44.1 kHz @ 16/24-bit, 48 kHz @ 16/24-bit
88.2 kHz @ 24-bit, 96 kHz @ 24-bit
176.4 kHz @ 24-bit, 192 kHz @ 24-bit
1-bit audio format
2.8 MHz @ 1-bit
DSDIFF format (extension .dff), DSF (extension .dsf), WSD (extension .wsd)
Recording Time:
Maximum 6 hours @ 44.1 kHz/16-bit (for 4GB memory card)
Maximum continuous recording 6 hours
Number of projects:
Recognizes a maximum of 400 projects of each date folder
Mark points:
100 points per project *No mark names
USB functionality:
Connect to computer via USB 2.0, usable as FAT32 USB removable drive
Song editing:
Rename, Delete, Protect
Tuner
Temperament:
Equal temperament, chromatic tuner
Range (sine wave):
27.50 Hz – 1,318.5 Hz (A0 - E6)
Reference pitch:
A = 435 – 445 Hz
Memory Card (SD)
Supported cards:
SD and SDHC cards with a capacity of 512MB-32GB
(SDHC card of class 4 or higher recommended)
General
Display:
128 x 128 pixel LCD with backlight
Power supply:
AA/LR6 alkaline battery x 2;
AA nickel-metal hydride battery x 2;
USB bus power
Power consumption:
1.5W
Dimensions:
(W x D x H): 2.52" x 4.72" x 0.9“
Weight:
4.94 oz. (not including a memory card and batteries)
Main specifications
Frequency response:
20 Hz – 20 kHz ±1.5 dB (MP2/MP3)
10 Hz – 20 kHz ±1.5 dB @Fs44.1 kHz/48 kHz
10 Hz – 40 kHz ±1.5 dB @Fs88.2 kHz/96 kHz/176.4 kHz/192 kHz
10 Hz – 100 kHz (1-bit)
S/N:
90 dB (typical) @IHF-A
THD+N:
0.018% (typical) 20 Hz – 20 kHz
A/D conversion:
2.8224 MHz (1-bit), 24-bit (PCM)
D/A conversion:
2.8224 MHz (1-bit), 24-bit (PCM)
Mic
Connector:
3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (switchable to Plug-in-Power)
Input impedance:
10k ohms
Nominal level:
-39 dBV
Maximum level:
-27 dBV
Line In
Connector:
3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack
Input impedance:
75k ohms
Nominal level:
-10 dBV
Maximum level:
+2 dBV
Phones
Connector:
3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack
Maximum level:
20 mW+20 mW @ 16 ohms
USB
Connector:
Type mini-B
Format:
USB 2.0 compliant, USB mass storage class
Supported operating systems:
Windows 2000, or later; Mac OS X 10.4 or later
Included items
Install CD (“AudioGate” audio file conversion application)
AudioGate (v2.0) System Requirements
Windows
Supported OS:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Edition Service Pack 3 or later
Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 2 or later
Microsoft Windows 7
Supported Computers:
Processor: Intel Pentium III/1GHz or faster
Memory: 256MB or larger (512 or larger recommended)
Hardware: A USB port that meets the operating requirements of Windows;
A writable CD/DVD drive is required in order to create audio CDs or DSD discs.
Mac OS X
Supported OS:
Mac OS X 10.4 or later
Supported Computers:
Processor:Apple G4/800MHz or faster (Intel-based Mac recommended)
Memory: 256MB or larger (512 or larger recommended)
Hardware: A USB port that meets the operating requirements of Mac OS X;
A writable CD/DVD drive is required in order to create audio CDs or DSD discs. |
- 2-channel field recorder in Stereo or Mono on Compact Flash or Micro drive cards
- Light weight with rigid chassis
- FAT32 file system & BWF Stereo file format + MP3 recording/playback
- Built-in Stereo microphone for quick memo recording
- 2 x XLR mic inputs with phantom power to accept professional microphones
- High resolution recording at 24bit 96kHz
- Mic Trim for accurate recording level adjustment
- Automatic Level Control (ALC - OFF/ALC/LIMITER)
- Hi-Pass Filter
- Backlit 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD display
- Two-hour capacity on 4GB CF card with Stereo 24 Bit/96 kHz resolution
- Pre-record buffer (2 secs) ensures full-take recording with no inadvertent loss
- Auto File Closing (the recording file auto-closes every minute to secure recorded data)
- Auto Shut-off function when the input power becomes abnormally low to save data
- Convenient file naming mode: DATE or TAKE
- 4 hours operation on 4 x AA Alkaline / Ni-MH batteries
- 8 hours operation possible with optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack
- Wired remote controller with microphone attachment belt
- USB 2.0 data transfer to Mac or PC computers for further editing and post-production
- Comes with 128MB CF card, AC adapter, dedicated shoulder belt and carrying pouch
• Recording / Playback / General
Recording Medium: Compact Flash Card
Recording Times: see chart above
File Formats: BWF (Broadcast Wave Format), MP3 (MPEG Layer-3)
Sampling Frequency: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz
Quantization: 16-bit linear (44.1 / 48 kHz);
24-bit linear (44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96);
MP3 192kbps (stereo)
Recording Tracks: 2 tracks (stereo)
Simultaneous Recording: 2 tracks (stereo)
Rec/Play Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz ±2dB (FS 44.1/48kHz); 20Hz-40 kHz ±3dB (FS 88.2/96kHz)
S/N: (ADC-DAC, 24bit, 48kHz) - Line: (Input Gain: +4dBu) 95dB (typical) - Mic: (Input Gain: -60dBu) 85dB (typical)
Dynamic Range: 95dB (typical) (ADC-DAC, 24bit, 48kHz)
THD: (ADC-DAC, 24it, 48kHz) - Line:
Channel Separation: more than 90dB (at 1kHz 0dB) (24bit, -20BFS, 48kHz)
Reference Level: -12dBFS
Locate Memory: 99 Cue points per file
Battery Operation Time: approx. 4 hours (4 x AA Alkaline / Ni-MH AA cells); approx. 8 hours (optional Ni-MH battery pack) | • Input / Output
Analogue In (L/R) Connector: XLR-Jack (1/4“) Combo Type
Mic In Connector: XLR (balanced, 2-pin hot)
Line In Connector: Jack (1/4“) (unbalanced)
Input Impedance: > 10k ohm
Reference Input Level: -10dBV
Maximum Input Level: +2dBV
Input Impedance: > 6k ohm
Reference Input Level: -50dBu to -10dBu
Maximum Input Level: +2dBu
Phantom: P48
Monitor Out Connector: RCA Phono (unbalanced)
Load Impedance: > 10k ohm
Reference Output Level: -10dBV
Phones Connector: Stereo Mini Jack (3.5mm)
Load Impedance: > 32 ohm
Maximum Output Level: 15 + 15mW (32 ohm)
USB 2.0 (for PC) Connector: Series "B” Receptacle
Built-in Speaker
Maximum Output: 300mW
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Dimensions: 57(H) x 206(W) x 132(D) mm
Weight: 0.8kgs (w/o battery)
Included Accessories: CF card (128MB), AC Adaptor, shoulder strap, remote control and carry pouch | Pedigree Portable Field Recorder
The FR-2LE is a compact field memory recorder for professional use offering 24bit 96kHz recording in the industry standard BWF file format. It has a good pedigree given Fostex's previous success with their DAT portables (PD2 & PD4) and latterly with their solid state FR-2 and its optional full timecode facility.
Now with their latest FR-2LE, they have an even more compact offering for high quality field recording, interview recording (MP3 mode also available), or simple film/broadcast audio recording.
The FR-2LE is equipped with two professional phantom powered XLR microphone inputs (XLR-Jack combo) complete with precise control over the recording level. It features a 1 take = 1 file recording system which eliminates overwrites and its 2 second ʽpre-recordʼ buffer means there should never be a missed take or lost soundbite. Thereʼs also an MP3 mode and built-in stereo microphone.
Feature rich, elegant in operation, good pedigree - the new FR-2LE looks assured of success.
MAIN FEATURES
• Long Battery Life
The FR-2LE can run for up to 4 hours on 4 x AA Alkaline batteries and up to 8 hours with the optional NiMH BATPACK battery pack. A choice of two BATPACK chargers are also available - one for the mains and one that also charges your pack from a 12V car outlet.
• Extended recording times
Over 6 hours @ 16bit 44.1kHz recording on an 4Gb CompactFlash card.
• Professional inputs
Dual XLR inputs (XLR-Jack combo) with top quality microphone pre-amps, trim control and phantom power. Analogue out is provided on phono (RCA) connectors.
• BWF or MP3 recording
Record up to 24bit 96kHz audio.
• Tough construction
Manufactured from high-grade materials and specifically designed for professional location recording.
• Fail Safe Recording
In addition to a 1 take = 1 file system to eliminate overwrites, the FR-2LE also features Auto File Closing which closes files at one minute intervals, thus preserving the data in the event of a power failure.
• USB 2.0
The USB 2.0 port allows direct connection to PC and MAC for easy file transfer.
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