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Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder
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- B&H # TADVRA1000HD
- Mfr# DV-RA1000HD
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The Tascam DV-RA1000HD is a rack-mountable, high-resolution CD, DVD, and hard drive recorder for mixdown, mastering, and event recording. It records at up to 192kHz/24-bit PCM resolution and also offers Direct Stream Digital audio, the format created by Sony for Super Audio CDs. The DV-RA1000HD is one of the few players on the market to offer Direct Stream Digital for under $10,000.
Digital Signal Processing for EQ and dynamics processing is included, as well as a USB 2.0 port for connection to a computer, and a healthy offering of analog and digital I/Os. DiscWelder Bronze 1000 from Minnetonka, a DSD conversion and DVD-Audio disc authoring program, is offered free to DV-RA1000HD owners.
The unit features an internal 60 GB hard drive, which stores up to 60 hours of recordings, making it perfect for live applications. You can also record over 5 hours of material directly to a DVD+RW disc.
Whether you're recording live, mixing down in a studio, or working on audiophile archival, the DV-RA1000HD offers all the features and great quality you need.
- Ultra high-quality recording
- Record 192kHz/24-bit PCM or DSD Format.
- Multiple Recording Options
- Record directly to the internal hard drive, or to DVD+RW, CD-R, or CD-RW media.
- Multiple Archiving Options
- Archive to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs.
- On-Board Compression and Effects
- Multiband compression and 3-band EQ mixdown effects are built-in.
- Multiple Analog and Digital I/Os
- XLR, RCA, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, and SDIF 3/DSD RAW.
- USB 2.0
- Connect easily to a computer for data transfer.
- Minnetonka DiscWelder Bronze 1000 Software
- Author DVD-Audio discs, author discs compatible with any DVD player, and convert DSD recordings to PCM for use in editing software.
- Word Sync
- BNC connection for word sync in, out, and thru.
- RS-232C Serial Control
- Connect an optional serial control device.
- Wired RC-RA1000 Remote Input and Included Remote
- Includes remote control input for RC-RA1000 wired remote control (also included).
- PS/2 Keyboard Connector
- Allows title editing.
- User-Definable Function Keys
- Customize the interface according to your needs.
- Large LCD Display
- Large, backlit LCD for easy viewing.
- Dedicated Input Level Control and Adjustable Maximum Output Level
- Set input and output levels individually.
- Various Play and Record Modes
- Includes auto track increment, auto cue, auto ready, single/continuous play and program A/B play.
- Pitch Control
- +/- 6% pitch control.
- Jog Playback
- Built-in jog wheel.
- Fade In/Out
- Add fades in and out.
| Type | High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder |
| Compatible Discs | CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW |
| Supported Bit/Sample Rates | Up to 192kHz/24-bit |
| A/D Converter | 24-bit |
| D to A Converters | 24-bit |
| Sample Rate Conversion | Up to 192kHz |
| Frequency Response | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Dynamic Range | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| THD + N | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Input Connectors (Analog) |
2 x Balanced XLR 2 x Unbalanced RCA |
| Output Connectors (Analog) |
2 x Balanced XLR 2 x Unbalanced RCA |
| Nominal Input Level | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Nominal Output Level | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Input Connectors (Digital) |
2 x AES/EBU on Balanced XLR 1 x S/PDIF Coaxial 2 x SDIF-3/DSD RAW BNC |
| Output Connectors (Digital) |
2 x AES/EBU on Balanced XLR 1 x S/PDIF Coaxial 2 x SDIF-3/DSD RAW BNC |
| Headphone Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo Jack |
| Built-in Hard Drive | 60 GB |
| SCSI | No |
| Word Clock I/O | BNC for In/Out/Thru |
| Digital Gain Control | Yes |
| Digital Fade In/Out | Yes |
| SCMS Management | No |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| RAM Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Track Incrementing Features | Yes |
| Indexing | Yes |
| Finalize Features | Yes |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Specialties |
USB 2.0 Connector DSD Format Recording Rack-Mountable |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good audio (7)
- Easy to use (4)
- Versatile (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (6)
- Professional recording (5)
- Amateur recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional musician (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-7
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Durable
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I did a lot of research on this unit and so far it is what I hoped that it would be. I am a tascam user and from my experience thier products have performed as advertised. I have only had it for almost 2 weeks. I've done a couple of quick mixes and I am very pleased with the results.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I use it to record vinyl.
Sound quality is excellent at 24/96. I would like to try 24/192 but am having trouble interfacing with my outboard DAC. The Tascam only outputs the high sampling rates via special 2xAES/EBU connectors and my DAC doesn't support this method.
Older reviews of this device mention a free download of a special version of DiskWelder Bronze that will allow conversion of DSD files to PCM but I did not see any offer when I registered the product.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I use Tascam in my recording studio and I just impressed of its quality. It sounds amazing; of course, if your mixdown sounds great. It is really easy to use it if you are familiar with pro audio gear. I really like their dynamics effects and their quality up to 192kHz/24-bit. Built-in hard drive just makes everything easier to use. I just love this unit.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
Great Results and easy to use.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Great Converters
Cons
- Awkward menus
Best Uses
- Events
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
This machine sounds great and has the feel of a serious recording device. The sound reproduction, especially in DSD mode is impressive. The unit feels rock solid.
I would've given it product 5 stars if the menus were easier to navigate. Things like naming a file are made tedious with only the Jog wheel. That said, it does have an input for a PC keyboard. Also the remote control, though very useful, is wired and that kinda stinks.
Over all there is nothing to complain about when it comes down to what this machine is made for and thats recording music/sound at a very very high quality.
I say: go for it!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Quiet
Cons
- Multiple navigation steps
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Vinyl to HD digital
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
Used to digitally record vinyl from a high end stereo system.
Pros
-Unit is dead quiet, great dacs to record and play
-Reproduction very close original at 96/24
Cons
-Navigating multiple menus to complete some actions.
-Need to turn off EQ and balance every time the unit is powered up.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
after limited experience with the dvra1000hd i
would have to say that if you're looking for a
true standalone mastering recorder the alesis
masterlink is a better option. tascam incorporated
limited mastering tools in this machine and the
absence of a true peak limiter was a mistake.
i have had some luck using their compressor as a
limiter. i do like their compressor better than
the alesis and their eq is more trasparant. by
bouncing mixes between the two machines i have had great luck, but i wish the tascam machine
could dither down from 24 bit 96 khz, you also
must record effects on to the hard drive to burn them to cd without the option of adding them later. all in all not a bad machine but a little more thought and they would have had a stone cold
winner, hey tascam, how about a software upgrade.
Displaying reviews 1-7
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good audio (7)
- Easy to use (4)
- Versatile (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (6)
- Professional recording (5)
- Amateur recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional musician (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-7
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Durable
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I did a lot of research on this unit and so far it is what I hoped that it would be. I am a tascam user and from my experience thier products have performed as advertised. I have only had it for almost 2 weeks. I've done a couple of quick mixes and I am very pleased with the results.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I use it to record vinyl.
Sound quality is excellent at 24/96. I would like to try 24/192 but am having trouble interfacing with my outboard DAC. The Tascam only outputs the high sampling rates via special 2xAES/EBU connectors and my DAC doesn't support this method.
Older reviews of this device mention a free download of a special version of DiskWelder Bronze that will allow conversion of DSD files to PCM but I did not see any offer when I registered the product.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
I use Tascam in my recording studio and I just impressed of its quality. It sounds amazing; of course, if your mixdown sounds great. It is really easy to use it if you are familiar with pro audio gear. I really like their dynamics effects and their quality up to 192kHz/24-bit. Built-in hard drive just makes everything easier to use. I just love this unit.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
Great Results and easy to use.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Great Converters
Cons
- Awkward menus
Best Uses
- Events
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
This machine sounds great and has the feel of a serious recording device. The sound reproduction, especially in DSD mode is impressive. The unit feels rock solid.
I would've given it product 5 stars if the menus were easier to navigate. Things like naming a file are made tedious with only the Jog wheel. That said, it does have an input for a PC keyboard. Also the remote control, though very useful, is wired and that kinda stinks.
Over all there is nothing to complain about when it comes down to what this machine is made for and thats recording music/sound at a very very high quality.
I say: go for it!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Quiet
Cons
- Multiple navigation steps
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Vinyl to HD digital
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
Used to digitally record vinyl from a high end stereo system.
Pros
-Unit is dead quiet, great dacs to record and play
-Reproduction very close original at 96/24
Cons
-Navigating multiple menus to complete some actions.
-Need to turn off EQ and balance every time the unit is powered up.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Tascam DV-RA1000HD High-Definition CD, DVD, and Hard Drive Recorder:
after limited experience with the dvra1000hd i
would have to say that if you're looking for a
true standalone mastering recorder the alesis
masterlink is a better option. tascam incorporated
limited mastering tools in this machine and the
absence of a true peak limiter was a mistake.
i have had some luck using their compressor as a
limiter. i do like their compressor better than
the alesis and their eq is more trasparant. by
bouncing mixes between the two machines i have had great luck, but i wish the tascam machine
could dither down from 24 bit 96 khz, you also
must record effects on to the hard drive to burn them to cd without the option of adding them later. all in all not a bad machine but a little more thought and they would have had a stone cold
winner, hey tascam, how about a software upgrade.
Displaying reviews 1-7
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