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Tascam DR-60D Mark II 4-Channel Portable Recorder Designed for DSLR

MFR# DR60MKII
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Tascam DR-60D Mark II 4-Channel Portable Recorder Designed for DSLR, Mini USB Cable, 1 Year MFG Limited Warranty


TASCAM's DR-60DmkII, an update of the award winning DR-60D, is the audio recording solution for on-set filmmakers and videographers. The streamlined design fits perfectly under a DSLR camera rig, without relying on bulky recorders or the limited audio quality of the camera's microphone in. ProSound Network Best of Show

The DR-60DmkII is the next generation of 4-track solid-state recording, based on TASCAM's decades of recording innovation. The upgraded HDDA microphone preamps provide up to 64dB of gain, capturing every nuance of a performance. Up to four channels at a time can be recorded to the internal SD Card, at up to 96kHz/24-bit WAV file resolution. Two of the mic inputs utilize locking XLR connectors with 48V phantom power, the other two use an 1/8" stereo connector for wireless and lavaliere microphones.

A Camera Output sends the mic mix to the camera for later synchronization, and a Camera Input is provided for monitoring playback. An additional headphone out and line out assist the crew during filming. The DR-60DmkII is designed for low-noise operation, including soft touch buttons and dedicated gain controls.

Multiple recording modes are available on the DR-60DmkII. Four-Channel Mode records all four microphone inputs. Dual Recording is an alternate setting, capturing a copy of your audio at a lower level for a distortion-free safety track. Menus and operation are well laid out, owing to decades of innovative recording design.

Reach beyond the limited performance of your camera's audio to capture the other half of your film. At a cost less than competing preamps, the TASCAM DR-60DmkII is the ultimate 4-track recorder designed for filmmakers, television, live events and web broadcast.

High-Quality HDDA(High Definition Discrete Architecture) Mic Preamps
High quality mic preamps are a necessity for high-grade sound. The DR-60D's HDDA mic preamplifirers utilize discrete circuitry and premium parts approved after months of evaluation tests. The HDDA s circuit achieves an incredibly high EIN (-120dBu). In addition, CIRRUS LOGIC's AD converter (made famous on the DR-40 linear PCM recorder) is installed to ensure high-lineality recording from any input signal.

4 Inputs, 3 Outputs and Simultaneous 4 Track Recording with Mixer Controls Built-In
The DR-60D can record up to 4-tracks simultaneously allowing for various mic set-ups. Inputs 1/L and 2/R can be selected for monaural operation or stereo link operation. There are 3 outputs at one's disposal. A CAMERA OUT for reference track recording to the camera, LINE OUT to run to a mixer, and a Headphone Out for direct monitoring. (In 4CH mode, 1/L and 2/R inputs cannot be selected for monaural operation.) The DR-60D supplies mixing functionality to all 4 tracks. Adjust PAN, Level, Limiters, HPF (40/80/120Hz) and Delay easily from the user-friendly set-up. TASCAM is well known for having the easiest to use controls in the market. The DR-60D is ready to use right out of the box with its external, non-menu-intensive controls.

Multiple Record Modes (Including Dual "Safety Track" Record Mode) for Self-Tailored Recording
The DR-60D can be tailored further to one's recording needs with the various record modes. Choose between:

MONO/DUAL MONO mode: These modes are ideal for single source shooting STEREO/DUAL STEREO mode: These modes are ideal for shooting with a stereo or mid-side microphone

4CH mode: This mode is ideal for all-around movie shooting. For example, you can record two sources separately plus one stereo microphone all simultaneously.

DUAL MONO and DUAL STEREO mode automatically provide a back-up safety track in case the initial levels where set too high and clips/peaks were encountered. The safety track can be set to record from -6dB to -12dB lower than the initial take.

Soft-Touch Keys to Eliminate Handling Noise and Various Other Features such as the Slate Function were Designed Specifically for DSLR Use
Every aspect of the DR-60D is designed specifically for DSLR Audio for Video Recording. The keys of the unit are designed specifically for quiet operation to eliminate handling noise. The Slate feature is designed to mark tracks easily while in production. The input and output layout is designed for versatile use. Whether the device is used under a camera, on a rig or strapped around a solitary sound engineer, TASCAM's DR-60D will meet all on-site audio production needs.

Convenient Features Ideal for DSLR Shooting

Dedicated CAMERA OUT Provides Simultaneous Recording between DSLR and the DR-60D
The CAMERA OUT connector outputs the sound mixed internally on the DR-60D. This output is equipped with an adjustable level control dial due to the lack of input level control on most DSLR's. This ensures a quality reference track is recorded onto your camera. Everything being recorded to the SD card can be sent to the camera - including slate tones - to make sync easier.

Versatile Slate Tone Generator Provides Easy-Adjustments for On-Site Movie Editing
The internal slate tone generator produces various tones for easy track making and recognition. Slate tones can be generated from 2 operation modes;

Automatic: OFF/HEAD (rec start)/HEAD + TAIL(rec start and end) (You can select duration of the slate tone: 0.5/1/2/3 sec)

Manual: Push the SLATE button for tone. (In HOLD, the SLATE button is disabled for mistake prevention.)

Channels 3 & 4 - 3.5mm Input Connector Supports High-Output Video Camera Microphones
The channels 3 and 4 input connector supports high-level maximum input up to + 10dBV and have plug-in power available. Most video camera microphones are high-level output and equipped with a 3.5mm output connector.

Tripod Socket Placed on the Bottom and a Screw for Camera Attachment Placed on Top
The DR-60D can be placed between a DSLR Camera and a tripod, or mounted to a rig easily. In addition, the bracket of the top panel can be removed when you wish to attach the DR-60D to stabilizers.

Remote controller

This unit has a REMOTE jack for connecting a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch-type remote control or TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (both sold separetely) that can be used to operate the unit.

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 4channel (stereo x2)
Analog audio input
1/L, 2/R connectors
Connector XLR-3-31 (1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD) /6.3mm (1/4") TRS standard jack
Set to "MIC / MIC+PHANTOM"
Input impedance 2k ohms
Phantom power 48V +/-4V (10mA/CH) / 24V +/-4V (10mA/CH)
Maximum input level 0dBu
Minimum input level -72dBu
MIC input gain TRIM MAX
LOW +11dB
MID +36dB
HIGH +52dB
Set to “LINE”
Input impedance 10k ohms or more
Standard input level +4dBu
Maximum input level +24dBu
3-4 connector
Connector 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack (this connector can be supplied plug-in power)
Input impedance 10k ohms
Maximum input level +10dBV
Minimum input level -50dBV
MIC input gain TRIM MAX
LOW +3dB
HIGH +26dB
CAMERA IN connector
Connector 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
Input impedance 10k ohms
Standard input level -10dBV
Maximum input level +6dBV
Analog audio output
CAMERA OUT connector
Connector 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
Output impedance 200 ohms
Standard output level -50dBV
Maximum output level -30dBV
LINE OUT connector
Connector 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
Output impedance 200 ohms
Standard output level -10dBV
Maximum output level +10dBV
PHONES connector
Connector 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
Maximum output level 50mW + 50mW
USB
Connector Mini-B type
Format USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
REMOTE
Connector 2.5mm TRS jack
Power Four AA batteries (Alkaline or NI-MH) ,
USB bus power,
Dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately) ,
Dedicated external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA, sold separately)
Power consumption 5.4W
Continuous operation time 2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16bit rec
DR-60D
Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) About 2:30 min (Phantom on)
About 4:30 min (Phantom off)
NI-MH batteries (eneloop) About 3:15 min (Phantom on)
About 5:00 min (Phantom off)
NI-MH batteries (eneloop pro) About 3:45 min (Phantom on)
About 6:00 min (Phantom off)
DR-60D+BP-6AA
Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) About 5:30 min (Phantom on)
About 10:30 min (Phantom off)
NI-MH batteries (eneloop) About 7:30 min (Phantom on)
About 12:00 min (Phantom off)
NI-MH batteries (eneloop pro) About 9:30 min (Phantom on)
About 14:30 min (Phantom off)
Dimensions 133 (W) x 93.2 (H) x 78 (D) mm (with the top adapter attached)
Weight 510g (not including batteries)
Operating temperature 0° C to 40° C
Standard accessories USB cable, warranty card, Owner's manual

Computer compatibility
Windows
OS Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
CPU Pentium 300MHz or more
RAM 128MB or more
USB recommended: USB2.0
Macintosh
OS Mac OS X Jaguar (V10.2) , Mac OS X Panther (V10.3) , Mac OS X Tiger (V10.4) ,
Mac OS X Leopard (V10.5) , Mac OS X Snow Leopard (V10.6.8) , OS X Lion (V10.7) ,
OS X Mountain Lion (V10.8)
CPU Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266MHz or more
64MB or more
USB recommended: USB2.0

Audio performance
Frequency response 20-20kHz +0.5/-2dB (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs44.1k/48kHz, JEITA)
20-40kHz +0.5/-3dB (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs96kHz, JEITA)
Distortion 0.02% or less (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT Fs44.1k/48k/96kHz, JEITA)
S/N ratio 92dB or more (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT Fs44.1k/48k/96kHz, JEITA)
Equivalent input noise -120dBu or more

Recording duration

The table below shows the maximum recording time on SD/SDHC cards of different capacities for different file formats for recording.

File format (recording setting) SD/SDHC card capacity (hours:mintes)
1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB
WAV/BWF 16bit (STEREO) 44.1kHz 1:41 3:22 6:44 13:28
48kHz 1:33 3:06 6:12 12:24
96kHz 0:46 1:33 3:06 6:12
WAV/BWF 24bit (STEREO) 44.1kHz 1:07 2:15 4:30 9:00
48kHz 1:02 2:04 4:08 8:16
96kHz 0:31 1:02 2:04 4:08
  • The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC card in use.
  • The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the SD/SDHC card.
  • If recorded in mono in WAV files, the maximum recording time will be double the figures above.
  • For dual and 4-channel recording in WAV/BWF format, the recording times are about half those shown above.

DR-60D Tested media List

Last update:March 18, 2015
Maker Series Model Capacity Result
SanDisk SanDisk Extreme PRO®
SDHC™ UHS-II Memory Card
SDSDXPB-032G-J35 32GB OK
SDSDXPB-016G-J35 16GB OK
SanDisk Extreme PRO®
SDHC™ UHS-I Memory Card (Class10)
SDSDXPA-016G-J35N 16GB OK
SanDisk Ultra® PLUS
SDHC™ UHS-I Memory Cards (Class10)
SDSDUP-016G-J35 16GB OK
SDSDUP-008G-J35 8GB OK
Panasonic SDHC (UHS-I / Class10)
R:90MB/s W:45MB/s
RP-SDUC32GJK 32GB OK

Maker Series Model Capacity Result
SanDisk SanDisk Extreme Pro®
SDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10)
SDSDXPA-032G-J35 32GB OK
SDSDXPA-016G-J35 16GB OK
SanDisk Extreme®
SDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10)
SDSDXS-032G-J35 32GB OK
SDSDXS-016G-J35 16GB OK
SDSDXS-008G-J35 8GB OK
SanDisk Extreme ®
SDHC™ Card (Class10)
SDSDX3-008G-J31A 8GB OK
SanDisk Extreme ®
SDHC™ Card (Class6)
SDSDX3-4096-J21N 4GB OK
SanDisk Standard SDHC™ Card (Class4) SDSDB-4096-J95A 4GB OK
Lexar

Lexar® Professional 600x
SDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10)
LSD32GCTBJP600 32GB OK
LSD16GCTBJP600 16GB OK
Lexar® Professional 400x
SDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10)
LSD32GCTBJP400 32GB OK
LSD16GCTBJP400 16GB OK
Lexar® Platinum II 200x
SDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10)
LSD8GBBBJP200C10 8GB OK
Lexar® SD™ /SDHC™ Card
(MULTI USE)
LSD4GBACJP 4GB OK
LSD2GBACJP 2GB OK
Panasonic SDHC™ Card
(Class6) R:20MB/s
RP-SDLC32GJK 32GB OK
RP-SDLC16GJK 16GB OK
RP-SDLC08GJK 8GB OK
RP-SDLC04GJK 4GB OK

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