TASCAM DR-05 V2 DIGITAL PORTABLE RECORDER

TASCAMʼs DR-05 brings high-quality stereo recording to an easy-to-use portable powerhouse with a size and price that anyone can handle. The DR-05 records in MP3 or WAV format – including 96kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio – to microSD or microSDHC media. A pair of all-new microphones handles up to 125dB SPL with the sensitivity to capture every detail. With new recording features like Peak Reduction and Quick Menu, the DR-05 puts album-quality recording in the palm of your hand.
Premium-quality Sound

Everything about the DR-05 is designed to get the best quality recordings of your music. A new pair of built-in microphones withstands up to 125dB SPL – the volume of a jet plane from 200 feet away – yet still have the sensitivity to capture every detail of a performance. You can add your own microphone or line-level source through the 1/8” stereo input, including plug-in power for microphones that need it.

Internally, the DR-05ʼs digital and analog circuit boards are built separately to increase noise performance, with a low-impedance design to further decrease hiss. A separate power supply is sent to the A/D and D/A converter for even better audio performance. The result is clean sound quality – over 92dB signal to noise ratio, under 0.05% total harmonic distortion and 20Hz to 40kHz response (-1/+3dB) at 96kHz/24-bit resolution.
Simple to Operate

The layout of the DR-05 has been revamped to be quick and easy to work with one thumb. Operations like recording, adjusting levels, deleting bad takes and adding markers are just a button press away. Dig deeper to find features like limiting, low cut filtering, a built-in chromatic tuner and more.

One new feature that makes the DR-05 easy to operate is the new Peak Reduction feature. This setting automatically sets your recording level by listening to the input and adjusting for the best level. Unlike Auto Gain settings, this one only goes down to prevent accidental distortion after a period of low level like a break. Peak Recording works in rehearsal mode or in record, so if the performance is louder than the soundcheck youʼre still safe. Used with the built-in limiter, itʼs unlikely youʼll distort your career-making live recording.

Other classic TASCAM features are included, like Variable Speed Audition to loop and slow down music without changing the pitch – perfect for transcribing or learning new music. A Level Align function can be switched on for playback, to smooth out any sudden volume jumps, and a built-in speaker is also provided. The two AA batteries are enough to power the recorder for 17 1/2 hours, even while recording at CD quality.

    * Handheld Portable Recorder
    * Built-in Stereo Condenser Omnidirectional Microphones with sensitivity up to 125dB SPL
    * Up to 96kHz/24-bit WAV (BWF) linear PCM recording
    * Stereo MP3 recording from 32-320 kbps bit rate
    * Peak Reduction function, optimized for music recording, automatically sets the gain of while recording
    * Limiter and low-cut filter to help prevent distortion
    * Automatic or manual level setting
    * Self timer recording starts recording 5 or 10 sec. after pressing the record button for waiting until you are ready
    * Auto and manual track increment
    * Variable speed playback (50%-150%) without changing the pitch
    * Loop and repeat playback
    * Level Align feature prevents uneven volume levels during playback
    * Playback EQ setting
    * Editing function (Divide and delete)
    * Up to 99 mark points on each file
    * Chromatic tuner
    * 1/8” stereo mic/line input
    * USB 2.0 port for transfer to PC and external power
    * Up to 2-second pre recording buffer
    * Jump back function returns to previous point with one action (1-10, 20, 30 sec.)
    * 1/8” headphone/line output
    * Built-in speaker
    * microSD (64MB – 2GB)/microSDHC (4GB – 32GB) card slot (2GB card included)
    * Powered by 2 AA batteries, AC adapter (optional: PS-P515U), or USB bus power
    * Tripod socket hole
    * Dimensions: 2 3/8” W x 5 9/16” H x 1” D
    * Weight: 4 1/16 oz
 

Why are 4-channels of audio better than 2-channels?

• Capture more ambient sound at any shoot for an overall more convincing soundscape.
• Place mics on each participant in conferences, panels, reporters, etc.
• Redundancy or backup in case of camera mic noise or drop out.
• Simplify wedding shoots with a mic on the bride, groom, officiator and a mic for ambient sound.
• Video editing environments now support multi-channel audio as standard.

• Main Features

  The R-4 brings you a new generation of portable recording. Enjoy superb sound quality. Use the 40GB hard disk drive for extended recording. Record up to four channels at once. Edit waveforms on the recorder itself. All this plus a compact size and light weight that assure outstanding mobility in the field. The Edirol R-4. Gear up for the new generation of portable recording.

  Extended Recording with 40GB Hard Disk Drive
  Equipped with a 40GB hard disk drive, the R-4 can record up to 17 hours at maximum sound quality or up to 58 hours at CD quality.

  Superior 24-bit/96-kHz Linear Recording
  Totally uncompressed recording assures outstanding sound quality. Choose 16-bit or 24-bit quantization and a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, or 96 kHz. Save data as WAV files.

  Simultaneous 4-Channel Recording
  The 4 XLR/Phone combo jacks come with switchable phantom power and give you a choice of MONO, STEREO, STEREO X2, or 4CH recording. Digital input/output is also provided.
  Four-channel recording gives you exceptional flexibility. For example, you can use mics to capture the ambience of a performance hall while using line input to record the performance itself. Or you can record at several different level settings simultaneously.

• Five High-Quality Effects
  The R-4 lets you tailor the sound during both recording and playback.

• L Terminal for Linking a Digital Video Camera
  The R-4's L terminal lets you connect a similarly equipped digital video camera to synchronize the camera start/stop while R-4 is recording. Counting the camera's two channels, this configuration gives you a total of six audio channels — a wealth of audio data to get creative with.

  Waveform Editing Using Only the R-4
  The R-4 is all you need to edit waveforms. Just watch the waveform on the LCD as you edit. Scrubbing playback with the shuttle dial lets you set the edit points precisely by sound.

  Index Any Point Instantly
  Press the mark button anytime during recording or playback to mark that point for easy, instant indexing later. With the A-B repeat function you can set two points and repeatedly play back the material between them.

  Easy Playback with the Jog Dial
  Use the jog dial to fast-forward or rewind at any of seven speed levels.

  Built-In Stereo Speakers
  The R-4's built-in speakers make it easy to monitor recorded sound without headphones.

• L Terminal for Linking a Digital Video Camera
  The R-4's L terminal lets you connect a similarly equipped digital video camera to synchronize the camera start/stop while R-4 is recording. Counting the camera's two channels, this configuration gives you a total of six audio channels — a wealth of audio data to get creative with.

  Waveform Editing Using Only the R-4
  The R-4 is all you need to edit waveforms. Just watch the waveform on the LCD as you edit. Scrubbing playback with the shuttle dial lets you set the edit points precisely by sound.

  Index Any Point Instantly
  Press the mark button anytime during recording or playback to mark that point for easy, instant indexing later. With the A-B repeat function you can set two points and repeatedly play back the material between them.

  Easy Playback with the Jog Dial
  Use the jog dial to fast-forward or rewind at any of seven speed levels.

  Built-In Stereo Speakers
  The R-4's built-in speakers make it easy to monitor recorded sound without headphones.

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 iM2X turns an Apple iPhone 4, iPad or iPod Touch 4G into a powerful PCM audio recorder for CD-quality recordings. It consists of a pair of condenser microphones and a high-quality preamp and plugs into the dock connector of the iOS device. The microphone elements are XY oriented for clear stereo definition and minimal phase differences. Moreover, they are adjustable over 180 degrees for the best sound placement.

Unlike mics that use the iOS deviceʼs built-in preamp, the iM2X with its internal A/D converter ensures low noise and better linearity in frequency response. The microphone elements also used in Tascam DR series recorders can handle sound pressure levels up to 125 dB to capture the loudest concerts and instruments without distortion. Thanks to an input level control and a two-colour level meter, level adjustment is very simple. A switchable limiter also contributes to this by reducing sudden peaks and protecting against unforeseen overload.

The iM2X powered through the dock connector, so no battery is required. A USB input is provided to charge the iOS device for long recordings, either through a computer or a USB charger.

An appropriate 2-track recording application (Tascam PCM Recorder) for iOS devices can be downloaded from AppStore at no charge.

Main Features

Turns your Apple iPhone 4, iPad or iPod Touch 4G into a high-grade PCM audio recorder
Stereo condenser microphone in XY orientation for clear stereo definition and minimal phase differences
Accepts sound pressure level up to 125 dB SPL
Microphone can be swivelled by 180 degrees to capture sound sources in front or behind the unit
Allows recordings in CD quality (44.1kHz/16-bit)
Input level rotary control
Input level indicator (green/red)
Switchable limiter to avoid distorted recordings
Power supply via dock connector, no battery required
USB connector available for recharging the iOS device
Easy setup (attaches to the deviceʼs dock connector)
Tascam 2-track recording app can be downloaded from the Apple AppStore at no charge
Specifications

General
Microphone type        Cardioid condenser (stereo)
Maximum input level        125 dB SPL
Input level adjustment range        0–40 dB
Frequency range        10 Hz – 20 kHz
Sampling frequency        44.1 kHz
Bit rate        16 bit
iOS device recharging port        USB Mini-B connector
iOS device connector        30-pin dock connector
Device support        iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2, iPad or iPod touch (4th generation)
Power supply and other specifications
Power supply        Provided through the iOS device connector
Power consumption        90 mW
Dimensions (W x H x D)        56 mm x 57 mm x 22 mm (including connector)
Weight        30 g
Operating temperature range        5–35 °C
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.