Tascam DR-70D – 4-channel audio recorder for DSLR cameras

The DR-70D is a compact audio recorder designed to be used in combination with a DSLR camera. It allows the aspiring DSLR user to create high-quality audio recordings in parallel to their film or video shots. The recorder can be mounted directly between a tripod and the camera or on top of the camera, resulting in a compact package.

With its two built-in omnidirectional microphones, the DR-70D is instantly ready for use in standard situations. Additionally, it provides four XLR/TRS combo jacks which can be used to record four channels of audio with excellent sound quality using professional microphones. The recorder's stereo signal can be recorded on the camera as well, thanks to a camera output, which eases subsequent editing of the material in combination with the slate tone function.

Conversely, the camera input can be used to monitor the audio of the camera using the recorder. The DR-70D features overload-resistant, great-sounding preamps with switchable low-cut filter and limiter, handling of microphone signals in mid/side format, and 24- or 48-volts phantom power for condenser mics. It also offers many common and not-so-common functions that facilitate capturing, monitoring, and subsequent processing of the audio tracks.

The recorder uses an SD/SDHC/SDXC card as the recording medium, with a maximum capacity of 128 GB. In addition to the two built-in microphones, it has an unbalanced input for channels 1 and 2 (stereo mini jack) that supports mics requiring plug-in power, allowing the input of video mics and other high-output mics.

Recording can be done at 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV format). Simultaneous recording of up to four channels is possible, in addition to ordinary stereo recording. The DR-70D also features selectable mid-side decoding for use with MS microphone setups.

The device can be powered by four AA batteries, an optional AC adaptor (Tascam PS-P520E), an optional external battery pack (Tascam BP-6AA), or USB bus power. This compact, professional-grade audio recorder is designed to provide high-quality audio support for DSLR camera users, offering a range of features and versatility to enhance their filmmaking or video production workflow.

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