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Tascam DR-70D 4-Track Recorder
TASCAM DR-70D 4-Track Recorder
$299.00

TASCAM DR-70D 4-Track Recorder

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SoundPro Item: 27979
MPN: DR-70D
MSRP: $419.00
$299.00
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Tascam’s DR-70D is a 4-Track Recorder built to meet a wide range of production audio needs. Featuring premium microphone preamps, plenty of connectivity, and a ton of other professional functions in its compact build, it is ideal for a wide range of videography applications, from professional and indie filmmakers alike to TV producers, journalists, advertisers, documentarians, and everything in-between.

Compact and versatile, the DR-70D can be mounted above or below a camera. Two built-in mics to capture sound on-set, while four balanced XLR mic inputs with phantom power are included to enhance your audio coverage.

Microphone preamps convert mic-level signals to recordable levels, meaning they play a huge role in the quality of your final product. The DR-70D recorder boasts HDDA (High-Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps. These preamps include 64dB of gain for quiet performances, and all four inputs have individual gain controls. In addition, a NE5532 op-amp is included due to its outstanding effect on audio quality.

When it comes to the need for flexibility during a video shoot, connectivity is key. Four XLR/TRS inputs are incorporated into the DR-70D, while its 4-channel design enables combinations of shotgun mics, lavaliers, and the built-in stereo mic to be recorded individually. Channels 1 and 2 can be set to stereo input and channels 3 and 4 can be set to the built-in mics, making a variety of mic configurations possible.

Each input has a limiter and low-cut filter for volume control. Dual Recording mode records a second copy of your audio at a lower level to prevent distorted takes. Other features include a slate tone, low-noise buttons, camera, and headphone outputs, and standard AA battery power.

The DR-70D includes an A/D converter that ensures quiet, clean audio recording. Audio resolutions up to 96kHz/24-bit are supported. Capture your tracks to SD card, SDHC, or SDXC media – up to 128GB cards.

TASCAM DR-70D Features

  • Supports SD/SDHC/SDXC cards
  • Maximum number of tracks recorded simultaneously: (4)
  • Recording modes: MONO, STEREO, 2MIX, DUAL MONO, DUAL ST, DUAL 2MIX
  • Recording formats: 16/24-bit, 44.1k/48k/96k Hz (WAV/BWF)
  • TASCAM HDDA microphone preamps provide legendary audio performance
  • Input levels can be adjusted independently
  • XLR/TRS inputs support +4dBu line level and phantom power (24V/48V)
  • Supports mics requiring plug-in power, and mics with high output (1-2)
  • CAMERA OUT jack enables audio mixed on the DR-70D to be output to the camera
  • CAMERA IN jack allows the DSLR camera audio to be monitored through the DR-70D
  • High-quality audio output through the line output jack that is independent of the headphones jack
  • Headphone jack with 20mW+20mW maximum output
  • Tripod mounting threads (bottom), camera screw attachment and a shoe mount that can be attached and removed with a coin (top)
  • Handles on the front left and right sides protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder strap
  • Transport and SLATE buttons are made of rubber to prevent handling noise during use
  • HOLD switch prevents accidental operation
  • 128x64-pixel graphic LCD with backlight
  • High-speed transfer of files to a computer using USB 2.0
  • Micro-B USB cable included
  • Operates on (4) AA batteries, with an optional AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520U) or USB cable provided with the unit (USB bus power).
  • BP-6AA external battery pack (sold separately) makes operation for even longer times possible
  • RC-3F footswitch or RC-10 wired remote control (both sold separately) for remote control
  • Built-in mixer can be used to adjust Pan and Level to mix output of (4) channels
  • Low-cut filter with five settings (40/80/120/180/220 Hz) to be used to reduce unwanted air-conditioning noise and other low-frequency sounds
  • Limiter function can automatically adjust excessive input levels (stereo-linking possible for 1/L and 2/R)
  • Delay function to adjust for distances between mics (+/−150 ms)
  • Mid-side decoding function enables the use of mid-side stereo mics
  • Slate tone functions (automatic/manual)
  • Selectable slate tone insertion points (recording start or recording start and finish when using the automatic slate function)
  • Playback can be skipped to the slate tone insert position using the DATA dial
  • 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 (second file at between −1 dB and −12 dB)
  • Can start a new file automatically when a maximum file size is reached to continue recording
  • Track incrementing function allows a file to be split by creating a new file during recording when desired
  • Resume function remembers the playback position when the unit is turned off
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  • Ratings
    • Recording Media
      • SD cards (64 MB – 2 GB), SDHC cards (4 GB–32 GB)
      • SDXC cards (48 GB – 128 GB)
    • Recording/playback formats
      • WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit
      • BWF: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit
    • Number of channels4 maximum (stereo × 2)
    • Inputs and outputs
      • 1/L, 2/R, 3/L, 4/R jacks (can provide phantom power)
        • Connector: XLR-3-31, 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jack
      • EXT IN 1/2 jack (can provide plug-in power)
        • Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
      • IN Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
      • PHONES jack: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
      • OUT/LINE OUT jack: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack
      • USB Port
        • Micro-B
        • Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
      • REMOTE jack: 2.5mm (3/32") TRS jack
  • Audio Performance
    • Frequency response
      • 20 Hz – 20 kHz +0.5/−2 dB (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48 kHz, JEITA)
      • 20 Hz – 20 kHz +0.5/−3 dB (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 96kHz, JEITA)
    • Distortion: 0.02 or less (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, JEITA)
    • S/N ratio: 92 dB or more (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, JEITA)
    • Equivalent input noise (EIN): −120 dBu or less (Based on JEITA CP-2150)
  • Recording Times (in hours: minutes: seconds)
    • File Format (recording settings)
      • WAV/BWF 16-bit (STEREO) 44.1kHz
        • SDHC card capacity (4 GB) 6:44:00
    • WAV/BWF 24-bit (STEREO) 96kHz
      • SDHC card capacity (4 GB) 2:04:00
    • Notes
      • The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC/SDXC card in use.
      • The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the SD/SDHC/SDXC card.
      • If recorded in mono WAV format, the maximum recording time will be double the figures above.
      • When using dual/4-channel recording in WAV/BWF format, the maximum recording time will be about half the figures above.
  • Requirements for connected computers
    • Check the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) for the latest information about supported operating systems.
    • Supported operating systems
      • Windows XP
      • Windows Vista
      • Windows 7
      • Windows 8 (including 8.1)
      • Mac OS X 10.2 or newer
  • General
    • Power
      • 4 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
      • USB bus power from a computer
      • AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately)
      • Using an external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA, sold separately)
    • Power consumption: 5.0W (maximum)
    • Current consumption: 1 A (maximum)
    • Battery operation time (continuous operation)
      • Using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
    • Format: Recording 2ch 44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files
    • Operation time (in hours: minutes: seconds)
      • About 6:00:00 (When XLR/TRS input selected (phantom power not used)
      • About 11:00:00 (When 3/4 MIC input selected)
    • Using NiMH batteries (eneloop)
      • Format: Recording 2ch 44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files
      • Operation time (in hours: minutes: seconds)
        • About 6:15:00 (When XLR/TRS input selected (phantom power not used)
        • About 10:30:00 (When 3/4 MIC input selected)
      • Note: When using phantom power, the operation time might be reduced depending on the mic being used
    • Dimensions (W × H × D with top adapter attached): 169 × 55.2 × 106.5 mm
    • Weight (W × H × D with top adapter attached): 169 × 55.2 × 106.5 mm
    • Operating temperature range: 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F)

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