FOSTEX FR-2 Professional Digital recorder

The new Fostex FR-2 has been designed specifically for location sound recording; high quality sound effects acquisition; TV & radio documentary; in fact any application where quality audio recording is required.
With excellent quality (up to 24-bit / 192KHz recording - a first for a CF recorder), huge feature list and a cost-effective price point, the FR-2 offers users of portable DAT and other formats the opportunity to make the switch to a more flexible, higher quality audio acquisition machine without sacrificing features.

• Recording industry standard, PC-compatible BWF files (stereo/mono) on a FAT32 media format
• Up to 24-bit/192kHz uncompressed recording
• Includes a unique 22.05kHz sampling frequency setting for extended recording
• Records to both Type I & II CompactFlash cards and PCMCIA 1.8” hard disk drives*1
• Fostexʼs "File per Take” system with auto scene & take naming/increment
• Two balanced XLR microphone inputs with switchable phantom power and top quality, high headroom mic pre-amps
• 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD screen for ease of use & high visibility in the field
• Uses AA-sized rechargeable NiMH batteries which are widely available due to the popularity of digital cameras. 8 AA cells will provide approximately 2.5 hours operation when recording to a CF card
• Easy file transfer to PC/Mac via PCMCIA, CF adaptor or standard on-board USB connection for data editing and/or backup*2
• Quick and easy on-board file naming or via external keyboard through standard USB keyboard port
• “Pre-record” loop buffer of approximately 10 seconds*3
• Easy software update via CF or PCMCIA card with downloads from the internet
• Optional timecode generator / reader card
  
  Notes
  *1 May require software update for PCMCIA HD operation
  *2 Complies with Windows ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 10.2 or higher
  *3 Varies depending on sampling frequency“

• GENERAL
  Recording Media CompactFlash card, PCMCIA HD
  Recording Format BWF
  Number of Channels Stereo / Mono
  Sampling Frequency 22.05 / 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz
  Quantization 16 bit (22.05 - 48kHz), 24 bit (44.1 - 192kHz)
  
• PHYSICAL
  Power Requirement 8 x AA type dry cell (NiMH recommended)
  AC adaptor (optional)
  DC 12V
  Power Consumption approx. 5W
  Dimension 250(W) x 77(H) x 220(D) mm
  Weight 1.5kg (w/out battery)
  
• PERFORMANCE
  R/P Frequency Response 20Hz to 10kHz +/-1dB (fs: 22.05kHz)
  20Hz to 20kHz +/-1dB (fs: 44.1 / 48kHz)
  20Hz to 40kHz +/-2dB (fs: 88.2 / 96kHz)
  20Hz to 80kHz +/-3dB (fs: 176.4 / 192kHz)
  S/N (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref: -20dB, fs:48kHz)
  Line (input gain: +4dBu): 100dB (typical)
  Mic: (input gain: -60dBu): 87dB (typical)
  Dynamic Range 100dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz) typical
  T.H.D. (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz)
  Line (input gain: +4dBu): Less than 0.005% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical)
  Mic (input gain: -60dBu): Less than 0.008% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical)
  Power Life approx. 2 hours 30 min. (8 x AA NiMH type/2300mAH)
  
• INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS
  ANALOG AUDIO INPUT L/R
  Connector XLR-3-31 type (Pin2: Hot)
  Line Input Impedance : More than 6k ohm
  Reference Input Level +4dBu
  Maximum Input Level +24dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage)
  MIC
  Input Impedance More than 6k ohm
  Input Level -60dBu
  Maximum Input Level -40dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage)
  Phantom Power P48
  ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT L(Mono)/R
  Connector RCA pin type
  Output Load Impedance more than 10k ohm
  Nominal Output Level +4dBu
  HEADPHONE OUTPUT 50 + 50mW (32 ohm)
  Max Speaker Output Level 1W
  DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT (except for 176.4, 192kHz)
  Connector XLR
  Input Format S/P DIF / AES/EBU automatic
  Output Format S/P DIF / AES/EBU switchable
  USB x 2 (keyboard / PC only)
  TIMECODE CARD (OPTIONAL, T.B.A.)
  LTC Input/Output LEMO
  Frame Rate 23.976/24/25/29.97DF/29.97ND/30DF/30ND
  Gen Mode 24H RUN / REC RUN / FREE RUN / EXT RUN

Tuner + Metronome + Recorder - All in One Unit!
The TMR-50 - Your Ideal Practice Partner

Highlights:

• Tuner, metronome, and recorder can be used simultaneously or independently.
  
• Internal mic and speaker make it easy to record and play back your performance
  
• Loop Play function lets you repeat a desired region of a recorded track
  
• High-quality linear PCM recording/playback
  
• Record up to 100 tracks (approximately total 20 minutes)
  
• USB port lets you transfer recorded data and song files between the TMR-50 and your computer
  
• Newly designed highly responsive LCD needle-type meter
  
• Wide detection range from C1 to C8
  
• The Sound Out function produces a reference tone in a three-octave range from the built-in speaker
  
• The Sound Back function generates the reference tone that's closest to the input sound, while the meter indicates the pitch discrepancy between the reference and the input sound - a great function for ear training!
  
• Calibration supports a range of concert pitches
  
• Marks indicate pure major and minor third intervals
  
• Wide tempo range of 30--252 beats per minute
  
• 15 rhythm variations let you practice with a broad range of musical styles
  
• Easy tempo settings with two types of tempo step patterns plus a tap tempo function
  
• Large LCD with backlight brightness that's adjustable over two levels for enhanced visibility
  
• Your choice of body color: black or pearl white
  
• Convenient key layout, and newly designed stand and battery cover
  
• Memory Backup and Auto Power Off
  

Korg's popular TM series of tuner/metronome units is loved by players who practice to perfect their musical skills. Now joining the lineup is the TMR-50, which adds recorder functionality to the already impressive list of features. An extremely valuable way to improve your playing ability is to identify the problem areas that need work, and then practice to improve those areas. With its built-in mic and speaker, the TMR-50 makes it easy to practice this way. It provides high-quality linear PCM recording and a USB port for convenient usage with your computer. The TMR-50 features equally robust capabilities for its tuner and metronome functionality that will help you improve your sense of pitch and rhythm. Two choices of color are available: black and pearl white. Whether you're in a brass band or an orchestra, the TMR-50 is the ideal partner for anyone who wants to improve their playing.

Recording format:

PCM audio format, WAV format (extension: .wav) 44.1 kHz@16-bit

Available recording time:

Maximum approx. 20 minutes (Internal Memory size is 120 MB)

Total number of tracks:

Up to 100 tracks

Tuning:

12 note equal temperament

Detection range:

C1 (32.70 Hz) ~ C8 (4186 Hz), Using Sine Wave.

Reference tone:

            C3 (130.81 Hz) ~ C6 (1046.50Hz), 3 Octave.

Tuning Mode:

            Meter Mode (AUTO), Sound Out Mode (MANUAL), Sound Back Mode (AUTO)

Calibration range:

A4 = 410 ~ 480 Hz (1 Hz steps)

Detection accuracy:

+/- 1 cent

Sound precision:

+/-1 cent

Tempo range:

Quarter Note = 30 to 252 BPM

Tempo setting:

3 Types:       Pendulum Step

Full Step

Tap Tempo

Beat range:

            Total 10 beats: "0 to 9" as "Quarter-note" Rhythm

Rhythm pattern:

Duplets, triplets, triplets without the center beat, quadruplets, and quadruplets without the center beats

Tempo accuracy:

±0.3%

Terminals:

            Input (f6.3mm, Mono-Standard Jack type)

            Headphones (f3.5mm, Stereo-mini Jack type)           

            USB (mini-Type B)      

Internal Speaker:

            Dynamic Speaker (f28 mm)                                                             

Power (Battery):

AAA battery (3.0 V) x 2

Manganese batteries or alkaline batteries, Ni-MH: Nickel metal hydride

Battery Life:

Recorder ... Approximately 16/13/11 hours

(Backlight: off/soft/auto, using alkaline batteries. Maximum of 20 minutes per

recording.)

Tuner ... Approximately 24/22/20 hours

(Backlight: off/soft/auto, A4 continuous input, using alkaline batteries)

Metronome ... Approximately 18/16/14 hours

(Backlight: off/soft/auto, tempo 120, 4 beats, maximum volume, using alkaline batteries)

Dimensions (W x D x H):

111 x 82 x 18 mm / 4/37 x 3.23 x 0.71 inches

Weight:

119 g / 4.19 oz (Including battery)

Included items:

AAA battery (3.0 V) x 2 for verifying proper operation

USB Cable

Options:

            Contact Mic = CM-100L

Computer Requirements

Windows:

A computer that satisfies the operating requirements of Microsoft Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 and is equipped with a USB port

Macintosh:

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

The TASCAM SS-200 Solid State Recorder - designed for the Broadcast and Contractor markets - record in WAV & MP3 to Compact Flash, SD/SHC, and USB memory. The SS-R200 features parallel and RS-232C serial control balanced & unbalanced I/O, and coaxial digital I/O.  It supports the RC-20 direct play remote for up to 20 tracks of flash start.

• Solid state recoding to any available Media (CF, SD/SDHC, USB Memory)
• One-rack-space compact design
• Up to 20 tracks of flash start with RC-20 and RC-SS20 remote control devices
• PS/2 or USB keyboard connection for file name edit, transport control, edit and flash start
• RS-232C and Parallel Control I/O
• Multiple playback modes for situations requiring continuous, single, programmed and random playback
• Playback speed control without pitch change
• XLR balanced I/O, RCA unbalanced I/O, coaxial S/PDIF, or AES/EBU digital I/O
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 19 x 1.8 x 11.9 (in)  482.6 x 44.5 x 301 (mm)
• Weight:  7.50 (lbs)  3.4(kg)

• 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

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.