Roland R-26 6-Channel Digital Field Audio Recorder
- Price: $499.00
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Product Highlights
- Compact and Lightweight
- Record up to 6 Channels
- Writes to SD/SDHC Cards
- WAV/BWF and MP3 Recording
- Touchscreen LCD
- Omni and Directional Stereo Mics
- XLR/TRS Combo Inputs and 3.5mm Mic Input
- 48V Phantom Power
- High-Speed USB
- SONAR LE Software Included
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The R-26 6-Channel Digital Field Audio Recorder from Roland provides a wealth of flexibility in a compact design, ideal for a variety of professional applications in music, filmmaking, journalism, and more. The R-26 can simultaneously capture up to 6 tracks of audio as 3 stereo pairs. The recorder offers 2 types of built-in stereo mics; one omnidirectional and one directional. There are also 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs with 48V phantom power for external mics, and a 3.5mm mic input for small stereo mics with plug-in power. The built-in mics can be used in a variety of combinations alongside external mics for amazing recording versatility.
The R-26 captures high-quality WAV/BWF files at rates up to 24-bit/96kHz. It can also capture MP3 files at rates up to 320kbps. Files are written to widely-available SD/SDHC flash memory cards for convenience and stability. A high-speed USB port allows you to transfer your recordings to a Mac or PC for convenient editing and sharing. SONAR LE software is included for manipulating your audio on a Windows PC.
The R-26 has a large touchscreen LCD display for quick and intuitive navigation of menus, customizing mic settings, editing waveforms, and more. There are also large input level control knobs for making fine adjustments. The recorder can operate on 4 standard AA batteries, or via the included AC adapter. An SD card, USB cable, and windscreen are also included so you can start using the recorder right out of the box.
Note! The included SONAR LE software is compatible with Windows computers only.
- Compact Design
- The compact design is ideal for a variety of professional applications in music, filmmaking, journalism, and more
- 6-Channel Recording
- The integrated stereo mics and Roland's unique DSP engine allow simultaneous recording of up to 6 channels as 3 stereo pairs
- 2 Types of Built-in Mics
- There is an omnidirectional stereo mic and a directional stereo mic. The mics can be combined in various ways to create a variety of patterns
- External Mic Inputs
- There are 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs with 48V phantom power for external mics, and a 3.5mm mic input for small stereo mics with plug-in power. You can use these inputs along with the integrated mics for many purposes, such as recording a stereo mix from a front-of-house mixer while simultaneously capturing ambient audience noise
- Ultimate Flexibility
- You can capture different signals simultaneously, or capture the same source with 3 different types of mics. This allows you to choose individual tracks or composite mixes later on to suit your needs
- Multiple File Types
- The R-26 captures high-quality WAV/BWF files at rates up to 24-bit/96kHz. It can also capture MP3 files at rates up to 320kbps
- SD/SDHC Media
- Files are written to widely-available SD/SDHC flash memory cards for convenience and stability
- High-Speed USB
- A high-speed USB port allows you to transfer your recordings to a Mac or PC for convenient editing and sharing. You can also use the recorder with your computer as a live audio interface or for external storage. SONAR LE software is included for manipulating your audio on a Windows PC
- Loop-Back Function
- When using the R-26 as an audio interface, you can enable the Loop-Back function with the built-in mics or external mics to create a live video streaming setup
- Intuitive Interface
- The R-26 has a large touchscreen LCD display for quick and intuitive navigation of menus, customizing mic settings, editing waveforms, and more. There are also large input level control knobs for making fine adjustments
- Power Options
- The recorder can operate on 4 standard AA batteries, or via the included AC adapter
- Accessories
- In addition to the SONAR LE software and the AC adapter, the R-26 also includes an SD card, USB cable, and windscreen so you can start using the recorder right out of the box
| Type | Portable Digital Audio Recorder |
| Number of Channels | 6 (3 Stereo Pairs) |
| Signal Processing | 24-bit AD/DA Conversion, 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz |
| Recording Format |
WAV/BWF: 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz, 16/24-bit MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 128/160/320kbps WAV + MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 16-bit, 128kbps |
| Playback Format |
WAV: 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz, 16/24-bit MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 32-320kbps or VBR |
| Recording Method | SD/SDHC Flash Memory |
| Built-In Microphone |
1 x Omnidirectional Stereo Microphone 1 x Directional (XY) Stereo Microphone |
| Connectors |
2 x XLR/TRS Combo Inputs 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Mini Mic Input 1 x 3.5mm Headphone Jack 1 x USB Mini-B Port |
| Input Level |
Analog Inputs: +4, -2, -8, -14, -20, -26, -32, -38, -44, -50, -56, -62dBu 3.5mm Input: -7.5, -21, -26dBu |
| Input Impedance |
Analog Inputs: 5 kOhms 3.5mm Input: 3 kOhms (Med/High), 2 kOhms (Low) |
| Maximum Input |
Analog Inputs: +24dBu (Sens @ +4dBu) 3.5mm Input: +4dBu (Sens @ Low) |
| Output Level | 35mW + 35mW (16 Ohms) |
| Load Impedance | 16 Ohms or Greater |
| Frequency Response | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Phantom Power |
48V ±4V 10mA or Less in all Channels |
| USB |
High-Speed USB Audio USB Mass Storage Device Class |
| Display | 160 x 160 Dot Touchscreen Graphic Display |
| Power |
4 x AA Batteries (Alkaline or NiMH) AC Adapter |
| Current Draw | 500mA Max |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 3.25 x 7.1 x 1.6" (82 x 180 x 41mm) |
| Weight | 14 oz (370g) |
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