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TASCAM DR-2d Portable Digital Recorder  

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Up to 24-bit/96kHz WAV or MP3 recording with auto backup.

The TASCAM DR-2d Portable Digital Recorder brings high-resolution recording to a compact, affordable package. It offers up to 96kHz/24-bit WAV or MP3 recording to SD cards, and recordings can be transferred to your computer through high-speed USB 2.0.

A dual recording feature has 2 modes. Mode 1 records a copy of your audio at a lower level, so if the level suddenly jumps you have a backup instead of a distorted performance. Mode 2 records 2 separate stereo tracks at once, one from the built-in mics and a second from an external mic or from the line in, which could be a send from your mixing board or any other line-level stereo source. The resulting stereo tracks can be mixed together on the DR-2d or imported into your DAW for further editing.

Record using the new built-in condenser microphones or plug in your own. You can slow down recordings without changing the pitch, and there's even a metronome and built-in speaker. The DR-2d provides hours of recording time using a pair of AA batteries, making it the perfect partner for songwriting, live performance, rehearsal or home studio recording.

Features

  • Unique stereo condenser microphone design with improved signal-to-noise ratio
  • Dual recording function records a copy of your audio at a lower level or records 2 separate stereo files, one from the mics and one from the mic or line in
  • Up to 96kHz/24-bit WAV recording or MP3 recording modes
  • Records to SD or SDHC cards
  • Internal effects including reverb
  • Auto-recording function starts when input exceeds a reference level
  • Limiter, low-cut filter, and auto gain control for input
  • Metronome
  • Variable Speed Audition changes the playback speed without changing the pitch
  • Loop playback mode
  • USB 2.0 connection for file transfer
  • 1/8" stereo microphone input
  • 1/8" stereo line input
  • 1/8" stereo headphone output
  • 128 x 64 backlit LCD display
  • Powered by two "AA" batteries or optional PS-P520 power adapter
  • Built-in speaker
  • Tripod attachment screw hole
  • Includes wireless remote control, 2GB SD card, AA batteries and carrying pouch

Capture important audio without fear of losing the moment or quality. Order a DR-2d today.

DR-2d Portable Digital Recorder Specifications:

  • Ratings
  • Recording media:
  • SD card (64MB - 2GB)
  • SDHC card (4GB - 32GB)
  • Recording/playback format:
  • WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit
  • MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 32/64/96/128/192/256/320KBps
  • Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo)
  • Analog audio input/output ratings
  • MIC IN jacks(supporting plug-in power)
  • Connector: 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini
  • Input impedance: 25 kΩ
  • Nominal input level:
  • GAIN LOW: - 32dBV
  • GAIN MID: - 48dBV
  • GAIN HIGH: - 64dBV
  • Maximum input level:
  • GAIN LOW: - 16dBV
  • GAIN MID: - 32dBV
  • GAIN HIGH: - 48dBV
  • LINE IN jacks
  • Connector: 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini
  • Input impedance: 22 kΩ
  • Nominal input level: -10dBV (0.32V)
  • Minimum input level: -22dBV (0.08V)
  • Maximum input level: +6dBV (2.0V)
  • Line Out
  • Connecter: 118" (3.5mm) stereo mini
  • Output impedance: 12Ω
  • Nominal output level: -14dBV (10kΩ load)
  • Maximum output level: +2dBV (10kΩ load)
  • Maximum output: 15mW + 15mW(32Q load)
  • Built-in speaker: 0.6W (monaural)
  • Control input/output ratings
  • USB jack:
  • Connector: Mini-B type
  • Fermat: USB 2.0 mass storage class
  • Audio performance
  • Frequency response:
  • 20-20kHz +11-3dB (44.1kHz, LINE IN to LINE OUT, Input Level = Nominal)
  • 20-22kHz +11-3dB (48kHz, LINE IN to LINE OUT, Input Level = Nommal)
  • 20-42kHz +11-3dB (96kHz, LINE IN to LINE OUT, Input Level = Nommal)
  • Total harmonic distortion: 0.02% (AES-17, LINE IN to LINE OUT)
  • S/N Ratio: 90dB (A-Weight, LINE IN to LINE OUT)
  • Power
  • Two "AA" batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
  • AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-520, not supplied)
  • Power consumption
  • 0.9W
  • Battery operation time (continuous operation)
  • Alkaline type battery:
  • About 6 hours: (JEITA playback time)
  • About 6 hours: (JEITA recording time)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D)
  • 65mm x 118mm x 24mm, 2.559" x 4.646" x .945"
  • Computer compatibility
  • Widnows:
  • Pentium 300MHz or faster
  • 128MB or more memory
  • USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
  • Macintosh:
  • Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266MHz or faster
  • 64MB or more memory
  • USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
  • Recommended USB host controller:
  • Intel chipset
  • Supported OS:
  • Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
  • Macintosh Mac OS X 10.2 or later
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Absolutely fantastic for on-the-go, just bring batteries.

| Review By: Joseph Harrie | 1 week, 6 days ago

0 people out of 0 found this review helpful

Features:

Features are simple but still plenty; built in filters and effects, the button layout and interface is easy to figure out and helpful to use, and of course, the dual record setting works just like it says.

Quality:

It's not that the quality is bad, but it could've been better. Wouldn't recommend messing around with the internal settings too much or else you might have to factory restart it a few times before it works right again. (true story)

But as far as the hardware and software interfacing; awesome, truly helpful, easy, and most importantly, usefull!

Value:

Amazing value, for the amount you spend, and how long you'll be using it; this is the perfect value.

Overall:

It has a simple design, easy to use and the built-in mic's have great  quality! All the little extra settings for dual recording and filters  you can apply work as they are described.

The only things I really have against it is that after messing around with settings to figure it out for about an hour, it starts getting errors. I don't recommend renaming it on your computer, as that might of have been a problem. Also, as this does run out-of-the-box on 2 AA Lithium batteries, it will kill the batteries after a couple hours of use, so bring extra!

 

Overall however, the value is great, quality is awesome, and I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone who needs some good audio quality on the go!

Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
Fair but not expert
Style of music you play:
Whatever sounds good while I'm making it
Where you live:
Omaha, NE

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1123433

Tascam DR-2D recorder

| Review By: Clark Stevens | 5 months, 1 day ago

8 people out of 8 found this review helpful

Features:

This is a great portable recorder!  I must encourage everyone to read the instructions prior to use!  This units settings and SD card must be set prior to use otherwise in my case you will end up with nothing recorded.  The DR-2D burns up batteries in a very short time and the ac converter should be used during recording for over one hour periods.  Some SD cards are not compatible with this recorder so do you "homework" and check out which SD manufacturers on line that can be used.  I would limit the SD capacity to 8 GB even though the manual says you may use up to 16 GB cards.  I enjoy the fact that you can record in stereo and an line input at the same time so you have the flexibility to mix your recordings with both sources.  The WAV files use more SD card space but the quality of the recording is much improved over MP3 files.  I purchased this unit in "mint condition" and got it at a great price.  Consumer reports praise this Tascam DR-2D recorder for being a great tool to record music to practice or capture your "gig" with excellent results!  I would highly recommend you buy this recorder!

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Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
30+ years
Style of music you play:
Rock, blues, contemporary christian
Where you live:
Augusta, GA

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1103680

Good Recording Quality!

| Review By: Anonymous User | 1 year, 5 months ago

13 people out of 14 found this review helpful

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Overall:
This product has some great features--wireless remote to stop/start or divide into tracks.  It als is easy to use, has great sound and is easy to download to pc to burn cd's.  3 small cons--the manual was inaccurate on how to divide files into smaller files--took a call to tech support to work out.  tripod adapter on back is plastic and quickly broke.  devours batteries--be sure to get the ac charger.
Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
No
Musical Experience:
Gigging musician
Style of music you play:
blues
Where you live:
Midwest

Did you find this review helpful? yes no987178

TASCAM DR-2d Portable Digital Recorder

| Review By: Electric Hamhock | 2 years, 2 months ago

13 people out of 15 found this review helpful

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Overall:
I bought this thing to record some sessions with our band and it has been awesome. Lots of options but most importantly, it's reliable. None of this "did it record?" or "I wish I remember how that one song went". I will advise to buy the power adapter. Batteries work but don't last that long. Very easy to use, easy to get onto iTunes/burn copies for the jerks in the band that didn't put in on this. Buy It!! You will be glad you did.
Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
No
Musical Experience:
Hobbyist/Active Musician
Style of music you play:
HamHock
Where you live:
The South

Did you find this review helpful? yes no966464

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