Roland 4-Channel Compact Portable Field Recorder
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The Edirol R-44 is designed for professional use within a very conveniently sized package. Capture up to 4 channels of uncompressed audio with selectable bit depths (16-bit or 24-bit) and sampling frequencies (44.1kHz/48kHz/88.2kHz/96kHz). R-44 employs SD cards or large capacity SDHC cards as the recording media. No moving parts enables the most silent and reliable operation possible.
- 4 Channel Recording
- Up to uncompressed 24-bit / 192 kHz linear PCM (Stereo)
- Supports SDHC large capacity media
- Light-weight 1.3kg compact body
- AA batteries for 4 hours of recording
FEATURES
Built-in stereo microphones and monitor speakers
Although the R-44 is compact, all the necessary functions are included. Built-in high quality microphones and speakers make recording and monitoring without external devices possible.
Built-in limiter, low-cut filter and studio class effects
An on-board limiter helps suppress sudden peaks in sound from an input source. A low-cut filter is included to help prevent things like wind noise or mic handling noise. Studio class effects such as 3-Band EQ, 6-Band GEQ, Enhancer or DeEsser can be used as tools to greatly improve audio quality. Effects can be applied while recording or simply for monitoring/playback.
Pre-Record function ensures you never miss that important moment again
The Pre-Record function buffers input signals for a certain amount of time. When the REC button is pressed, the material from the previous few seconds (selectable) is included. This also helps reduce sound bites at the beginning of a recording by not having to start the recorder too early.
Combo type analog jacks and digital output enables connection with a variety of devices
The combo input jacks (4) supports the connection of both XLR and 1/4 inch plugs. XLR inputs are equipped with phantom power. Eleven steps of input sensitivity enable the connection of various devices with a variety of inputs levels from microphones to musical instruments. High quality analog circuitry in the preamp ensures superior recording results.
High-contrast Organic LED display and operation-oriented user interface
The high contrast, high response organic LED screen, viewable from wide angles ensures fluid operation in field recording situations. The high response of level meters makes precise level adjustments possible. All the necessary switches and knobs are located on the top and front panels. Self-lit buttons on all the key controls enable clear-cut recording operations.
Capture eight channels by linking two units
The Control Sync terminal enables synchronized operation of 2 units. Control the second unit from the master by simply connecting two with a stereo mini cable. The master unit can remotely control REC standby, REC start and REC stop of the slave unit. This function enables 8-channel recording in a compact space and at an affordable price.
Link to computer via high speed USB
The R-44 can be mounted on computers with a simple USB 2.0 connection. It is seen as an USB storage device on a computer. You can copy data back and forth with a simple drag & drop operation.
Four hours of recording with four AA batteries
The R-44 can be operated with 3 types of power supply,
AC adaptor, external battery and AA batteries.
Four hours• of operation is possible
with NiMH or alkaline batteries.
• at 16-bit/44.1kHz stereo.
No phantom power and pre-record disabled.
SPECIFICATIONS
Recorder Section
• Channels: 4
• Data Type Format: WAV/BWF
• Sampling Bit Rate: 16/24-bit
• Recording Media: SDHC / SD memory card (compatible with 64 MB - 32 GB)
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz/48kHz/88.2kHz/96kHz/192kHz (Limited to Stereo x 1 at 192kHz)
16 or 24-bit sampling rate can be selected with any frequency
• Recording Time using 8 GB SDHC card
- 16 bit/44.1kHz: 755 minutes (Stereo), 377 minutes (4ch)
- 16 bit/48kHz: 694 minutes (Stereo), 347 minutes (4ch)
- 24 bit/48kHz: 462 minutes (Stereo), 231 minutes (4ch)
- 24 bit/96kHz: 231 minutes (Stereo), 115 minutes (4ch)
- 24 bit/192kHz: 115 minutes (Stereo)
Input and Output
• Analog Input Ch 1 - 4: XLR/TRS Combo type, XLR type (phantom powered),
• Analog Output Ch 1 - 4: XLR/TRS Combo type, XLR type (phantom powered),
• Digital In/Out: RCA Pin type (IEC 60958-3)
• Input Impedance: XLR: 4k ohms or greater (balanced), TRS: 6k ohms or greater (balanced)
• Nominal Input Level: 11 steps : -56, -50, -44, -38, -32, -26, -20, -14, -8, -2, +4 (Input Level Knob : Center)
• Maximum Input: +24 dBu (Input Sens Knob: +4 dBu)
• Output Impedance: Line Output : 600 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: Line : 4k ohms or greater
• Output Level: Line Output : -20 dBu (fixed)
• Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: Line Output : 0.02 % (Input Sens : +4 dBu)
• Noise Level: Line Output : -100 dBu (Input Sens : +4 dBu, Input Level : Center)
• Residual Noise Level: Line Output : -103 dBu (Input Sens : +4 dBu, Input Level : Minimum)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 40kHz(0/-3 dB)
• Dynamic Range: AD : 100 dB
• Phantom Power: 48 V + or - 4 V, 8 mA per 1 channel (20 mA or less in all channels)
Other Terminals
• USB Port: Mini-B Type Connecter
• Control Sync Jack: Stereo Mini Type Jack
Others
• Display 128 x 64 dot organic LED
• Power Supply: AC adaptor (PSB-1U), AA type battery x 4 (Alkaline or NiMH)
• Current Draw: 1.2 A
• Dimensions: 157(W) x 183(D) x 61(H) mm (6-3/16(W) x 7-1/4(D) x 2-7/16(H) inches)
• Weight: 1.3 kg (2 lbs 14 oz) including batteries
• Microsoft Windows Vista/XP/2000, Mac OS X 10.2 or later
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| 4-Channel Compact Portable Field Recorder | 416175 |
