DISC Roland R-26 Portable Recorder

Full Description

There are two types of stereo microphones built into the R-26, plus a pair of XLR/TRS combo inputs for external mics, and an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic. Choose simultaneous combinations of the built-in mics (directional and omnidirectional), as well as the external inputs. Capture live performances with simultaneous line and ambient signal paths, record important speeches, lectures, and presentations, or take the R-26 into the inner city or deep forest for pristine field capture. The sky's the limit with this powerful, portable, and incredibly flexible recorder.

New-Tech Advantage

The R-26 features Roland's latest DSP engine, which allows simultaneous recording of up to six channels (three stereo channels). A large LCD touchscreen display lets you directly navigate menus for customizing the microphone settings, editing waveforms, and so on. It also features large input-level knobs for making precise adjustments.

Built-In Stereo Mics

Directional and omnidirectional stereo microphones are built into the R-26, and can be used simultaneously. This unique multi-stereo mic recording system lets you capture a wide stereo soundfield without spoiling the vibrant low frequencies and ambience of the venue.

External Inputs

Two XLR/TRS combo mic inputs are built into the R-26, plus an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic, which can be combined simultaneously with the internal mics. At a live concert, for example, the R-26 can capture a stereo mix from the FOH mixer via its XLR inputs, as well as the ambient audience noise via its built-in stereo mics.

Six-Channel Simultaneous Recording

The R-26 allows up to six channels of simultaneous recording (three stereo pairs). Capture the same sound source with three different types of microphones, both internal and external. This provides a new level of flexibility after the fact, as you can choose from the individual tracks or composite mixes.

USB Connectivity

You can connect the R-26 to your computer for use as an audio interface or for external storage. Use the R-26 in combination with the bundled SONAR LE software app to perform recording and detailed editing on your PC.

Features/Specifications:

Recorder Part

• Tracks: 6 (3 stereo)
• Signal Processing: AD/DA conversion: 24 bits, 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz
• Data Type:
For Recording:
• WAVE/BWF: Sampling Rate: 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits
• MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3): Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Rates: 320/160/128 kbps
• WAVE + MP3: Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 16 bits, Bit Rates: 128 kbps
For Playback:
• WAVE: Sampling Rate: 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits
• MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3): Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Rates: 32-320 kbps or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
• Memory Card:SD Card (SDHC format compatible)

Input/Output:

• Audio Inputs:
• Internal Stereo Microphones: Omnidirectional (OMNI) mic Directional (XY) mic
• Analog inputs 1/L, 2/R (XLR/TRS Combo type): XLR type (phantom powered)
• 1/4-inch TRS phone type: (balanced/unbalanced)
• Plug-in powered mic input: (Stereo miniature phone type)
• Audio Output: Headphone jack (Stereo miniature phone type)
• Nominal Input Level(Variable):
  • Analog inputs: 1/L, 2/R:+4, -2, -8, -14, -20, -26, -32, -38, -44, -50, -56, -62 dBu
  • Plug-in powered mic input: LOW -7.5 dBu, MID -21 dBu, HIGH -26 dBu
  • Input Level Knob: Center
• Input Impedance:
  • Analog inputs: 1/L, 2/R : 5k ohms
  • Plug-in powered mic input: 3k ohms (SENS = MID/HIGH), 2k ohms (SENS = LOW)
• Maximum Input:
  • Analog inputs 1/L, 2/R: +24 dBu (SENS = +4 dBu)
  • Plug-in powered mic input: +4 dBu (SENS = LOW)
• Output Level: 35 mW + 35 mW (In case 16 ohms load)
• Recommended Load Impedance: 16 ohms or greater
• Frequency Response: 16 ohms or greater
• Phantom Power: 48 V + or - 4 V - 10 mA or less in all channels
• USB Interface:
• Mini-B type connector
• USB mass storage device class
• USB audio (Hi-Speed USB)

Other:

• Display: 160 x 160 dots graphic display (touch screen)
• Power Supply:
• AC adaptor
• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
or
• Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) X 4
• Current Draw: 500 mA (MAX)

Accessories:

• Owner's manual
• SD Card
• AC Adaptor
• Power Cord
• Cakewalk SONAR LE DVD-ROM (for Windows)
• USB Cable (mini-B type)
• Windscreen