Tascam® News
Tascam® Update DR-100 with 96k Recording
Montebello, CA (April 1, 2009): TASCAM is announcing an update for their DR-100 Portable Recorder that supports high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit recording. The free software update, version 1.10, is being quality tested and will be available for download from the TASCAM website at the end of April. The DR-100 now supports sampling rates from 44.1k to 96kHz, 24-bit or 16-bit WAV recording and MP3 recording.
The TASCAM DR-100 targets recordists who need a reliable handheld recorder with advanced recording features. Building on the best-selling DR-1 recorder, the DR-100 has a pair of XLR mic ins with phantom power for adding pro condenser microphones. In addition, the DR-100 has four built-in electret condenser mics - two cardioid and two omni - and a built-in speaker for playback. It's powered either through an included Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery or easy-to-find AA batteries. analog line inputs and outputs are also available, as well as a mic stand mounting hole for recording flexibility.
Tascam® Announces M-164 Mixer line
Montebello, CA (April 1, 2009): TASCAM's M-164 series is a new line of analog mixers, combining great analog specs with cutting-edge digital technology. The M-164is a 16-channel mixer with 6 mic inputs, great-sounding EQ and a striking design with built-in meter bridge. The M-164FX adds digital effects like reverb, delay and chorus for polished mixes without adding external processing. The M-164UF is the first compact mixer with a built-in USB 2.0 to deliver all 16 outputs to a computer for live or studio recording.
"TASCAM started the home studio revolution, and TASCAM mixers were top sellers through the '70s and '80s," said Paul Jenkins, VP of Sales and Marketing for TASCAM. "These latest mixers not only have the great-sounding audio performance TASCAM is known for, but new digital technology that allows each channel to be recorded individually to a computer through USB. TASCAM has been an innovator in high channel counts over USB 2.0, and the M-164UF is the latest example."
The M-164 series have a range of features for both live and studio recording needs:
- 16-channel mixing
- 6 XLR microphone inputs with phantom power and hipass filter
- 5 stereo line inputs
- 3-band EQ on mic channels
- 2-band EQs on line channels 7-10 and main output
- RIAA phono preamp on channels 9-10
- Unique design with built-in meter bridge
- Sub and Main output busses
- Two aux sends
The M-164FX adds:
- Stereo effects processor with 16 presets for reverb, delay, chorus and other effects
The M-164UF adds:
- Stereo effects processor with 16 presets for reverb, delay, chorus and other effects
- USB 2.0 audio interface providing 16 outputs to computer and stereo return from computer at 96kHz / 24-bit
Supports Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista
TASCAM® LA80mkII
LA-80MKII is successor to LA-80 which has been the unbalanced to balanced line converter from TASCAM®.
The LA-80MKII has 8 internal circuits to convert unbalanced inputs to balanced outputs. In addition, the Audio Distributed Amplifier (ADA) function allows single inputs to be assign to multiple outputs using the Input link switches between each channel.
Moreover, LA-80MKII has semi-fix Trim control for fine level adjustment of +/- 12dB. Each channel has an Output level switch that allows output levels to be switched between -20dBu and +4dBu.
New Features
*Trim control for fine level adjustment of +/-12 dB.
*Level indicator LEDs that show signal presence.
*The unit depth is changed to 280mm as TASCAM® rack mount standard dimensions.
Main Features
*Trim control for fine level adjustment of +/-12 dB.
*Level indicator LEDs that show signal presence.
*Input level: -10dBV, Output level: +4 dBu/-20 dBu selectable per channel.
*Supported ADA function.
*GND Lift switches to turn the ground On and Off for each balanced connector.
*All Lift switch that turns the ground On and Off for the entire unit.
*Rack mount size
*Three-prong AC power outlet.
*Earth terminal.
Specifications
*Inputs and Outputs
*Inputs 8 unbalanced RCA pin jacks
*Inputs impedance 23k ohm (when all Input Link switches are Off)
*2.8k ohm (when all Input Link swiches are On)
*Nominal input level -10 dBV +/-1 dB
*Maximum input level +4.8 dB or more
*Indicator detection level -36 dBV
*Outputs 8 balanced XLR type connectors
(Connector holes: 1 = ground, 2=hot, 3=cold)
*Output impedance 94 ohm
*Nominal load impedance 10k ohm
*Minimum load impedance 600 ohm
*Normal output level +4 dBu +/-1 dB (Output Level switch set to +4dB)
-20 dBu +/-1 dB (Output Level switch set to -20dBu)
*Maximum output level +23dBu or more
Performance
*Trim range +/-12 dB
*S/N ratio IHF-A/DIN 90 dB/87 dB (Output Level switch set to +4dB)
*Total harmonic distortion 0.005 % or less (20 Hz HPF + 20k Hz LPF)
*Frequency response 20 Hz - 100 kHz +/-3 dB (nominal input and output level)
*Crosstalk -90dB or more (1kHz, normal input and output level, terminated with a 600
ohm load)
Physical specifications
*Dimensions (W x H x D) 482 x 44 x 280 mm
*Weight 3 kg (main unit)
*Power requirements 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
*Power consumption 6 W
*Supplied accessories Power cord set
*Rack mount screw set
*Owner's manual
*Warranty card
*All specifications subject to change without notice*
*LA81mkII and LA40mkIII to follow!*
Tascam® CD-355
SRP NZ$749
| The new TASCAM® CD-355 is an affordable 3U "rack-mountable" solution for schools and commercial installations where extended CD playback is required. The five-disc carousel type CD player supports CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3 playback and is equipped with both digital (SPDIF) optical/coaxial and analog balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) outputs. Playback and Repeat modes include Intro Check, Shuffle Play, Single Track Repeat, and All Track Repeat. |
- Oversampling: 8x
- D/A: 1-bit Dual D/A Converter
- Channel Separation: More than 85 dB (1kHz)
- Analog outputs:
- RCA (unbalanced)
- XLR (balanced)
- Digital outputs:
- Optical (SPDIF)
- Coaxial (SPDIF)
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 2dB)
- Signal to noise ratio: More than 100 dB
- Total harmonic distortion: Less than .02% (1 kHz)
- Power requirements:
- AC 120V, 60Hz (US, Canada, Mexico)
- AC 230V, 50Hz (Europe)
- Power consumption: 12W
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19" x 5.1" x 14.5" (482 x 131 x 368 mm)
- Weight: 15.8 lbs (7.2 kg)
Tascam® 2488MKII
The Tascam® 2488mkII is the follow-up to the best-selling, simple-to-use 24-track recording and mixing workstation for home studios. Like its predecessor, eight inputs can be simultaneously recorded into the XLR and 1/4" inputs - enough for a whole band. 19 physical faders control mono and stereo channels without scrolling through pages for quick and easy mixing. Each channel has 3-band EQ with a parametric mid-band and access to three built-in effects processors, including reverb and multieffects.
After the final mix is recorded to the dedicated stereo mater recorder, the built-in CD-RW drive can burn a CD master in addition to backing up the hard drive and importing and exporting WAV files. New features from the 2488 include a larger hard drive, an all-new LCD display, new guitar effects and improved CD mastering capabilities.
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Tascam® SS-CDR1
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The TASCAM® SS-CDR1 combines Compact Flash and Compact Disc recording into a single rackspace. Designed for applications that previously used a cassette or MiniDisc recorder, the SS-CDR1 records in WAVE or MP3 formats to Compact Flash media. A slot-loading CD transport is provided CD recording, MP3 conversion and audio transfer. The recorder includes balanced and unbalanced audio inputs and outputs, RS-232 and parallel control and a wired remote control.
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Tascam® GT-R1
| With TASCAM's® GT-R1, you can plug in and record anywhere. It combines a portable recorder with an instrument trainer for the ultimate songwriter's toolkit. Record using the built-in stereo condenser microphones, or plug in your guitar or bass to record using the amp simulator and effects. The GT-R1's built-in rhythm machine sets the groove when beginning your song, and the overdub mode allows you to build a song step-by-step. TASCAM's® GT-R1 records in MP3 or WAV format, 16-bit or 24-bit. A generous 1GB SD card is included to get you started, and the USB 2.0 jack charges the recorder and copies your recordings to your PC or Mac. There's a low cut filter and analog limiter to keep levels under control, whether you're improvising in the studio or recording rehearsals or concerts. There's no better tool for learning new songs and solos than TASCAM's® instrument trainers. Load MP3 files into the GT-R1 and plug in to play along. Loop a section of a solo with two button presses, then slow it down without changing the pitch. You can even switch on a Guitar or Bass canceller to play along with the original rhythm section. The GT-R1 also includes a chromatic tuner and metronome for practice and warmup. Don't go anywhere without your guitar and your new songwriting partner, the GT-R1. |
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