Tascam introduces the DR-60DmkII portable recorder

The DR-60DmkII is a portable recorder designed for DSLR filmmakers and videographers, and will fit under a DSLR camera rig. This new version of the 4-track audio recorder features updated HDDA mic preamps for up to 64dB of gain.

The DR-60DmkII can record 2 XLR mic inputs and 1/8” stereo input individually to an SD card with a maximal resolution of 24-bit / 96kHz (WAV), and various recording modes are available.

Features :

• Record to SD/SDHC card (Up to 32GB)
• Simultaneously record up to 4 tracks
• Record Modes: MONO, STEREO, DUAL MONO, DUAL STEREO, 4-CHANNEL
• Recording format: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16 or 24-bit, WAV/BWF
• TASCAM HDDA microphone preamps wth 120dB EIN and 64dB of gain
• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L, 2/R and 3–4 inputs
• Two combo XLR/TRS inputs support +4dBu mic/line level input 
• Phantom power to channels 1/2 (24V or 48VDC on XLRF)
• Plug-in power and high-output mic input supported on inputs 3–4
• CAMERA OUT connector for output from the DR-60DmkII mixer (adjustable gain)
• CAMERA IN connector for sound monitoring from the camera
• Independent adjustable LINE OUT and HEADPHONE jacks for high-quality sound output
• 50mW/ch headphone amplifier
• Tripod mounting socket (bottom) and mounting screw attachment (top)
• Handles protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder strap
• Soft-Touch Rubber Keys for silent operation
• HOLD switch to prevent accidental operation
• QUICK button feature for easy access to various functions
• 128×64 pixel LCD with backlight
• USB 2.0 connection for high-speed transferring of files (Mini USB cable included)
• Operates on 4-AA batteries, an AC adapter (sold separately) or USB bus power (Can extend battery life with BP-6AA battery pack sold separately)
• Dedicated remote control jack for the wired RC-10 remote control or RC-3F footswitch (both sold separately)
• Internal mixer: PAN and LEVEL controls
• Low cut filter (40/80/120Hz)
• Limiter (1/L and 2/R can be selected for linked operation)
• Delay function for microphone distance adjustment (up to 150ms)
• M-S decode function
• Selectable duration of slate tone from four positions (0.5/1/2/3 sec, when auto-generated)
• Selectable slate tone generation (3 positions: OFF/HEAD/HEAD+TAIL) or manual
• File naming format can be set to use a user-defined word or date
• Dual-recording function allows two files to be recorded simultaneously at different levels
• Auto-record function can automatically start and stop recording at set leve
• Pre-recording function allows the unit to record a 2 second sound buffer before recording is activated
• Self-timer function for solo recording
• New file starts recording automatically without interruption when maximum file size is reached
• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by creating a new file when desired
• Jump back and play function
• Equalizer function for playback, and level alignment function to enhance the perceived overall sound pressure
• Resume function to memorize the playback position before the unit is turned off
• MARK function up to 99 points per audio track
• DIVIDE function

Full details of the new DR-60DmkII are available at tascam.com.