The new TASCAM DR-60D is an audio recorder designed for on-set filmmakers and videographers using DSLR cameras.
The 4-track solid-state recorder employs high-grade pre-amps and D/A converters combined with a durable but lightweight structure and shape. It will fit snuggly under any camera or into any rig, and record up to 96 kHz/24-bit high quality audio straight to SD/SDHC media.
The DR-60D includes two 1/4-inch/XLR locking combo mic/line inputs, 3.5mm stereo mic input, camera in, camera out, line out and headphone out. Both 1/4-inch/XLR Combo Inputs supply +48-volt phantom power and the 3.5mm Input supplies plug-in power for microphones requiring a bias voltage.
The DR-60D employs TASCAM’s popular user interface and external controls for every major operation. The body structure, soft-touch keys and dials are designed specifically to help eliminate handling noise. The multiple record modes include 4-channel record, auto record, and TASCAM’s dual-record “Safety Track” mode (first made popular on the DR-40).
TASCAM is releasing the product with an estimated street price of $399.
Features include:
• Record to SD/SDHC card (Up to 32GB)
• Simultaneously record up to 4 tracks
• Record Mode: MONO, STEREO, DUAL MONO, DUAL ST, 4CH
• Recording format：16/24bit、44.1/48/96 kHz (WAV/BWF)
• TASCAM original HDDA microphone preamps
• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L, 2/R and 3-4 inputs
• Two XLR/TRS inputs support +4 dBu line level input and phantom power supply (24/48V)
• Plug-in power supply and high-output mic input supported on input 3-4
• CAMERA OUT connector for output from the DR-60D’s mixer
• CAMERA IN connector for sound monitoring from the Camera
• Independent LINE OUT connector and HEADPHONE output for high-quality sound output
• 50mW/ch headphone output
• Tripod mounting threads (bottom) and DSLR screw attachment (top)
• Handles protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder strap
• Soft-Touch Rubber Keys for silent operation
• HOLD switch to prevent accidental operation
• A QUICK button is available for easy access to various functions
• 128 x 64 pixel LCD with backlight
• USB 2.0 connection for high-speed transferring
• Mini USB cable included
• Operates on 4 AA batteries, an AC adapter (sold separately) or USB bus power
• Can extend battery life with BP-6AA battery pack (sold separately)
• Dedicated remote control jack for the wired RC-10 remote control or RC-3F footswitch (both sold separately)
• Internal mixer: PAN and LEVEL controls
• Low cut filter(40/80/120Hz)
• Limiter (1/L and 2/R can be selected for link-operation)
• Delay function for distance of microphones adjustments (+/-150 ms)
• M-S decode function
• Slate tone generator (AUTO/MANUAL)
• Selectable duration of slate tone from four positions (0.5/1/2/3 sec, when Auto generate)
• Selectable slate tone generator position. 3 positions: OFF/HEAD/HEAD+TAIL, when Auto generate
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or date
• Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded simultaneously at different levels
• Auto-record function can automatically start and stop recording at set level
• Pre-recording function allows the unit to record a 2 second sound buffer before recording is activated
• Self timer function for solo recording
• New file starts recording automatically without interruption when maximum file size is reached
• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by creating a new file when desired
• Jump back and play function
• Equalizers function for playback, and level alignment function to enhance the perceived overall sound pressure
• Resume function to memorize the playback position before the unit is turned off
• MARK function up to 99 points per audio track
• DIVIDE function