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Main Features
Interchangeable input capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lens of a camera Six-track simultaneous recording Four mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo connectors Gain controls (real knobs!) and -20dB pads for each input Phantom power for all main inputs: +12/+24/+48V Large full-color LCD display, angled so it's easy to read in all environments Records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards up to 128GB Up to 24-bit/96kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formats Auto-record, Pre-record and Backup-record functions mean that you'll never miss that perfect take Multitrack to stereo internal mixdown Independent monitor and playback mixes Virtual VU meters Voice memo and up to 99 marks per recording Overdubbing, up to 99 takes Built-in effects, including low-cut filtering, compression and limiting Onboard MS decoding Normalize, Divide and Trim editing Chromatic tuner and metronome Loop Playback with user-defined start and stop points Variable playback speed, from 50% to 150% Variable pitch per track without affecting playback speed USB port for data exchange to and from computer Multichannel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad Camera strap mounts Mounts directly to DSLR or camcorder with optional HS-01 Hot Shoe Mount adapter Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries Over 20 hours of operation with 4 AA alkaline batteries
Recording media | 16MB-2GB SD cards
4GB-32GB SDHC cards
64GB-128GB SDXC cards | Inputs | Inputs L/R | XY mic (XYH-6)
Mic Type: Unidirectional
Sensitivity: -41 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Input Gain: -∞ to 46.5 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 136 dB SPL
[MIC/LINE IN]
Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack
Input Gain: -∞ to 46.5 dB
Input Impedance: 2 kΩ
Plug-in Power: 2.5V supported | MS mic (MSH-6)
Mic Types: Unidirectional and bi-directional
Sensitivity: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (unidirectional),
-39 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (bi-directional)
Input Gain: -∞ to 42.5 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 120 dB SPL (unidirectional),
122 dB SPL (bi-directional) | Shotgun mic (SGH-6 [Option])
Mic Type: Unidirectional (mic unit x 3)
Polar Pattern: Super-cardioid
Sensitivity: -39 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (each mic unit)
Input Gain: -∞ to 50 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 122 dB SPL (unidirectional) | Inputs
1 to 4 | Connectors: XLR/TRS combo jacks
(XLR: 2 hot / TRS: TIP hot)
Input Gain (PAD OFF): -∞ to 55.5 dB
Input Gain (PAD ON): -∞ to 35.5 dB
Input Impedance 6.8kΩ
Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu (PAD ON)
Phantom Power: +12V / +24V / +48V
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): -120 dBu or less | Outputs | Line Out | Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack
Rated Output Level: -10 dBu
(when output load impedance is 10 kΩ or more) | Phone Out | Connector: 1/8" stereo mini jack
Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load) | Built-in Speaker | 400 mW/8 Ω mono speaker | Recording Formats | [WAV setting]
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz
Bit Rate: 16/24-bit (Mono/Stereo, BWF-compliant)
Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 8 tracks (6 tracks + L/R backup)
Backup recording: 12dB lower than set L/R input gain
[MP3 setting]
Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz Bit Rate: 48-320 kbps
Maximum Simultaneous Recording Tracks: 2 tracks
| Recording Time
(with 2GB card) | 03:08:00 (44.1kHz/16-bit WAV)
34:43:00 (128kbps MP3)
| Display | 2.0-inch full-color LCD (320 x 240 pixels) | USB | [Mass Storage Class operation]
Class: USB2.0 High Speed
[Audio Interface operation: Multi-track mode]
Class: USB2.0 High Speed
Inputs / Outputs: 6 / 2
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96kHz
Bit Rate: 16/24bit
Note: Use with Windows requires a driver, but Macintosh does not.
[Audio Interface operation: Stereo mode]
Class: USB2.0 Full Speed
Inputs / Outputs: 2 / 2
Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48kHz
Bit Rate: 16 bit
Note: iPad operation supported in stereo mode only. | Battery Life
(with alkaline battery) | XY mic, 44.1kHz/16-bit (stereo x 1): 21 hours
XY mic and Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 used, 96kHz/24-bit (stereo x 3): 9 hours 45 minutes
Note: The above times are estimates. Approximate continuous recording times when using battery power were calculated using our own testing method. They may differ greatly depending on operating conditions. | Power | AA size (LR6) battery x 4
AC adapter: AD-17 (DC5V/1A/USB-type) (optional)
USB bus power | Dimensions | H6: 77.8mm(W)x 152.8mm(D)x 47.8mm(H)
XYH-6: 78.9mm(W)x 60.2mm(D)x 45.2mm(H)
MSH-6: 58.0mm(W)x 67.6mm(D)x 42.1mm(H) | Weight | H6: 280g (without batteries)
XYH-6: 130g
MSH-6: 85g | Included Accessories | Operation manual, XYH-6 X/Y mic capsule, MSH-6 MS mic capsule, SD card (2GB), AA size (LR6) battery x 4, Cubase LE Software, WSH-6S Foam Windscreen, USB Cable, Case | Optional Accessories | SGH-6 Shotgun mic capsule
EXH-6 Dual XLR/TRS Combo capsule
HS-1 Hot Shoe Mount
APH-6 Accessory Pack (includes RCH-6 wired Remote Controller, AD-17 USB-type AC adapter, WSH-6H Hairy Windscreen) |
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Professional digital recording 24channel system, 24 bit/96 kHz, with hard disk drive and 24 analog in/out and 3 adat in/out
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Why are 4-channels of audio better than 2-channels?
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Capture more ambient sound at any shoot for an overall more convincing soundscape.
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Place mics on each participant in conferences, panels, reporters, etc.
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Redundancy or backup in case of camera mic noise or drop out.
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Simplify wedding shoots with a mic on the bride, groom, officiator and a mic for ambient sound.
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Video editing environments now support multi-channel audio as standard.
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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.
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Five High-Quality Effects
The R-4 lets you tailor the sound during both recording and playback.
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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.
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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.
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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“
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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
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- 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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