The Sony PCM-D1 is a unique, lightweight, professional portable field recorder, using an internal 4GB of flash memory or the Memory Stick Pro as solid-state, mechanism-free storage solutions. The unit supports selectable recording resolutions of up to 24-bit/96kHz, and features a pair of sensitive built-in electret microphones in a stereo X/Y configuration.
The PCM-D1 supports the WAV file format, ensuring universal compatibility with editing software, and simplified cross-platform data transfer to either PC or MAC via the USB port 2.0 port. This recorder should suit the requirements of location sound and music recordists, or journalists.
Portable high-resolution stereo 24-bit/96kHz field recorder with built-in electret X/Y stereo microphones and USB connectivity
Durable, resonance-free 1mm thick titanium housing for electronics, separate circuit boards with separate power for analog and digital circuits
Microphone frequency response up to 30kHz for high quality musical recordings, ultra-low noise microphone amplifiers; large, easy-access input level and master volume controls
Selectable sample and bit rates for recording of both music and speech, backlit display and VU level meters
Digital signal processing features for location recording include limiter function, 200Hz high pass filter; SBM (Super Bit Mapping) noise shaping for increased dynamic range
Solid-state flash memory recording with 4GB internal or high speed Memory Stick Pro storage, no drive mechanisms or moving parts
AC power, NiMH or dry "AA" battery operation with up to five hours of battery life
USB 2.0 mass storage device for simplified connection with either PC or Mac, WAV recording file format for simplified production and post-production editing compatibility
Line and external mic inputs, optical digital output, standard stereo mini connectors