TASCAM DR-60D: A four-track recorder designed for DSLR cameras

This solid state four -track engraver uses HDDA preamplifiers of high performance and converters, all in a robust but light team.

For those filmmakers and video stores that opt for the use of DSLR cameras but who always find in audio recording one of the main limitations of these cameras, Tascam It now has its new DR-60D engraver. This recorder of four solid state tracks uses HDDDA preamplifiers of high performance and converters, all in a robust but light team.

This device adjusts comfortably in any camera or on any platform, and will record up to 24 96khz audio of high quality direct audio an SDHC card. The DSLR professionals have 2 ¼ ”inputs at their disposal -XLR Combo Micro/Line, 1 3.5mm Micro input, in, OUT camera, line out and headphones output. The two XLR Combo inputs provide a convenient Phantom Power +48V and the 3.5mm micro entrance provides bias voltage bias.

The DR-60D uses the most popular Tascam user interface and has external controls for the most common operations. The structure of the body, the soft and dial keys have been specifically designed to help eliminate handling noise. The multiple recording modes include; 4 channel recording, self -speech and the "Dual Record Safety Track" mode. The dual-recording mode allows you to record two files simultaneously at two different levels, while the self-recording allows to activate/describe the recording at a certain level. The Pre-Record mode, meanwhile, offers to record two seconds of buffer before the recording is activated.

Main characteristics

SDHC card recording up to 32GB.

Recording 4 tracks simultaneously.

Modes and recording: mono, stéreo, dual mono, dual stereo, 4-channels.

Recording formats: 44.1/48/96khz 16/24bit (WAV/BWF).

Previos Tascam HDDA.

Adjustable levels independently for 1l, 2R and 3- 4 channels.

2 XLR/TRS +4DBU inputs Line level and PAHntom Power (24 or 48VDC in XLRF).

Camera out connector to get out of the DR-60D mixer (adjustable gain).

Camera in for monitoring from the camera.

High quality line output and adjustable headphones independently.

50MW/CH headphones output.

Tripod assembly socket (below) and DSLR assembly screw (above).

Handles to protect the screen that can be used for belt.

Soft rubber keys for silent operation.

Hold key to avoid accidental activity.

Quick button for fast access to several functions.

128 × 64 pixels LCD screen Illuminated.

USB 2.0 connection for high -speed files trnasference.

USB mini cable included

Opera with 4-AA batteries, with AC current adapter (not included) or USB.

Remote control Dedocon Jack for RC-10 or Footswitch RC-3F (not included).

Internal mixer with bread and level controls.

Pass-base filter (40/80/120Hz).

Limitator (1/L and 2/r can be links).

Delay function for micro distance adjustment (up to 150ms).

M-S decoding function.

Claqueta tone generator. (Auto/Manual).

Selectable clamping tone duration with 4 positions (0.5/1/2/3 seconds, when self -genera).

Claqueta tone generation selector. 3 positions: OFF/HEAD/HEAD+Tail, when self -generated)

Recording files can be appointed automatically with a word or date.

Jump Back and Play function.

Equalizer for alignment reproduction and adjustment to improve pressure perception.

Summar function to memorize the reproduction position before the unit goes out.

99 Markers (Mark) for each audio track.