Tascam DR-10X Snap-On XLR Digital Recorder for ENG Tascam

TASCAM’s compact DR-10X attaches to a handheld microphone for the ultimate compact news gathering recording system. A captive XLR connector attaches firmly to your microphone, capturing interviews at 48kHz/24-bit Broadcast WAV resolution. Offload recordings through the microUSB connection or by removing the microSD card. Capture audio during interviews, press conferences and meetings with this compact PCM recorder. Simply attach the DR-10X to a dynamic or battery-powered condenser microphone with XLR output.

The DR-10X has both manual and automatic gain settings, with a low cut filter and limiter to prevent overloads. The Dual Recording mode captures a copy of the audio at a lower level, so if there is distortion you have a backup safety. Recording can begin instantly by holding the record side switch while turning the unit on. For simple-to-use ENG recording that stays out of the way, TASCAM’s DR-10X leads the field.

Features:

• XLR plug-on connection
• Compatible with dynamic mics as well as bettery-powered condenser mics
• 48kHz/24-bit linear PCM mono recording
• WAV files (compatible with BWF format)
• Media: microSD/SDHC cards (supports 32GB capacities)
• Sliding record switch and hold function to prevent misoperation during recording
• Dual recording function
• automatic file closing function to prevent the loss of already recorded data
• XLR connector also can use as external input for external input
• High/Mid/Low recording level settings
• Low-cut filter
• Limiter
• Automatic level function
• With a built-in clock function, supports BWF files that can have time information added, which is convenient for editing and searching
• Time track incrementing function can create new files at regular intervals (about every 15 minutes) during recording
• Playback function allows recorded data to be checked immediately
• Headphone output
• Locking mechanism assure a tight connection with the microphone body
• Easy-to-read organic EL display
• micro USB B port enables easy data exchange with computers
• Records at least 10 hours on a single AAA battery by using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
• Unit settings can be created and transferred as a computer text file
• Settings can be transferred between multiple DR-10X units using the infrared transmission function
• Firmware can be updated using a microSD card
• RoHS-compliant product

This recorder can be attached to a dynamic mic or a battery-powered condenser mic and record its output
This audio recorder is designed for plug-on connection, so it can be connected directly to XLR handheld mics. In addition to dynamic mics, it can also be used with battery-powered condenser mics. In addition to using this recorder with handheld mics in interviews and mics on stands in press conferences, it can also be used for recording seminars, meetings and any other situations using a handheld microphone.

Compact and lightweight
The DR-10X is compact – fitting in the palm of the hand and lightweight at 56.3 grams. In addition, the mic connector has a locking mechanism that ensures a tight fit to the microphone body giving the entire assembly a solid feel. When recording interviews or reporting that requires high audio quality, a field recorder is normally needed. But for small-scale reporting, you can record high-quality audio with just a microphone and the DR-10X. No need to carry bulky equipment – you can now record with a compact rig that you can hold in one hand.

Linear PCM recorder with high-quality audio

Designed to capture high-quality mono audio at 48kHz/24-bit for interviews, meetings and other professional applications
Designed for recording interviews, press conferences, meetings and other professional uses, the recording format used is 48kHz/24-bit mono WAV(BWF format).

Designed to provide reliable recording in the field – with attention to quick device setting and post production needs

Sliding record button and hold function to prevent misoperation during recording
The recording switch uses a sliding mechanism. This prevents misoperation from accidentally pressing a button. In addition, the hold function can prevent recording from being stopped by accidental contact with a button. Since the DR-10X is designed to be used together with a mic as a single unit, it is engineered to prevent misoperation during recording.

Multiple functions, including dual-recording for simultaneously creating a safety track at a lower level
Many times, there is only one chance to get the desired audio. This unit has functions to prevent issues related to recording level settings – including a dual recording function that allows you to set the recording level as high as possible while simultaneously recording a backup track at a lower level. In addition, this unit has an automatic gain control function that adjusts the input level to match the input volume. There is also a limiter function

Before the battery charge runs out, automatic file closing prevents the loss of already recorded data
You can check the battery level on the easy-to-read organic EL display. Even if the battery should run out unexpectantly, the unit will automatically close the file to prevent the loss of already recorded data before it shuts down.

Built-in clock function and support for BWF files (time information stored in metadata)
This unit has a built-in clock and supports BWF audio files that can have time information added to them. This feature is helpful for searching and editing recorded audio files.

Playback function allows recordings to be checked and headphones output enables input monitoring
Even though this unit is compact, it can play back recorded files. You can also connect headphones to check recorded data right away and to monitor the input during recording.