Tascam DR-60DmkII records 4 channels of audio simultaneously in up to 24-bit/96 kHz WAV/BWF files, and boasts Tascam’s High Definition Discrete Architecture (HDDA) preamps & a Cirrus Logic analog to digital converter chip for accurate and pristine audio capture. It features 2 combination XLR/TRS microphone/line level inputs with selectable phantom power, and a stereo 1/8″ microphone input, capable of handling high-output microphones and supplying plug-in power.
A built-in digital mixer gives you control over panning and level for each track, and allows you to insert a limiter or high-pass filter in addition to setting individual channel delay for distance adjustment. The DR-60DmkII gives you multiple output options as well. The dedicated camera out features adjustable level control to cater to DSLRs that lack input level control. The 1/8″ line output can be used to feed a mixer or secondary recorder, while your monitoring is handled by a dedicated 1/8″ headphone jack.
The device records to SD and SDHC cards and is powered by 4 AA batteries, or an optional battery pack or AC adapter. A 2.5mm remote control input allows you to integrate an optional remote or footswitch control.
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 functionSlate tone generator (AUTO/MANUAL)
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, when auto-generated)
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
lPre-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
Recording media: SD card(64MB to 2GB), SDHC card(4GB to 32GB)
Recording format:
WAV:44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24bit
BWF:44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24bit
Number of channels: 4-channel (stereo x2)
Analog Audio Inputs
Connectors:
2x Combination XLR/TRS (XLR = 1: ground, 2: hot, 3: cold)
1x 1/8″ (3.5 mm) microphone input stereo mini jack with plug-in power
1x 1/8″ (3.5 mm) camera input stereo mini jack
Input Impedance:
XLR/TRS Set to Mic/Mic + Phantom: 2 kOhms
XLR/TRS Set to Line: 10 kOhms
1/8″ Mic Input: 10 kOhms
1/8″ Camera Input: 10 kOhms
Phantom Power: XLR/TRS Set to Mic/Mic + Phantom: 48 V +/-4 V(10 mA/CH) / 24 V +/-4 V(10 mA/CH)
Maximum Input Level:
XLR/TRS Set to Mic/Mic + Phantom: 0 dBu
XLR/TRS Set to Line: + 24 dBu
1/8″ Mic Input: +10 dBV
1/8″ Camera Input: +6 dBV
Standard Input Level:
XLR/TRS Set to Line: + 4 dBu
1/8″ Camera Input: -10 dBV
Minimum Input Level:
XLR/TRS Set to Mic/Mic + Phantom: -72 dBu
1/8″ Mic Input: -50 dBV
Microphone Input Gain:
XLR/TRS Set to Mic/Mic + Phantom:
Low: +11 dB
Mid: +36 dB
High: +52 dB
High PLUS: +64 dB
1/8″ Mic Input:
Low: +3 dB
High: +26 dB
Analog Audio Outputs
Connectors:
1x 1/8″ (3.5 mm) camera out stereo mini jack
1x 1/8″ (3.5 mm) line out stereo mini jack
Output Impedance:
Camera Out: 200 ohms
Line Out: 200 ohms
Standard Output Level:
Camera Out: -50 dBV
Line Out: -10 dBV
Maximum Output Level:
Camera Out: -30 dBV
Line Out: +10 dBV
Headphone Output
Connector: 1/8″ (3.5 mm) stereo mini jack
Maximum Output Level: 50 mW + 50 mW
USB
Type: Mini-B type
Format: USB 2.0 high speed mass storage class
Remote
Connector: 2.5 mm TRS jack for optional remote
Power
Power Sources:
4x AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
USB bus power
Optional AC Adapter
Optional external battery pack
Power Consumption: 5.4 W
Battery Operation Time:
Recording 2 channels of 44.1 kHz/16-bit WAV
Alkaline Batteries (EVOLTA): 2.5 hours (approximate, with phantom power); 4.5 hours (approximate, with no phantom power)
Ni-MH Batteries (eneloop): 3 hours 15 minutes (approximate, with phantom power); 5 hours (approximate, with no phantom power)
Ni-MH Batteries (eneloop pro): 3 hours 45 minutes (approximate, with phantom power); 6 hours (approximate, with no phantom power)
Computer Requirements
Windows
OS: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8
CPU: Pentium 300 MHz or better
RAM: 128 MB or more
USB: 2.0 recommended
Mac
OS: OS X 10.2 to 10.8
CPU: Power PC, iMac, G3, G4, or better
RAM: 64 MB or more
USB: 2.0 recommended
Audio Performance
Frequency Response:
20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-2 dB (line in or mic in to line out, Fs 44.1/48 kHz, JEITA)
20 Hz to 40 kHz +0.5/-3 dB (line in or mic in to line out, Fs 96 kHz, JEITA)
Distortion:0.02% or less (line in or mic in to line out Fs 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 92 dB or more (line in or mic in to line out Fs 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
Equivalent Input Noise: -120 dBu or more
General
Operating Temperature: 32 to 140°F (0 to 40°C)
Dimensions (WxHxD): 5.2 x 3.7 x 3.1″ (133.0 x 93.2 x 78.0 mm)
Weight: 1.1 lb (510 g), without batteries