Roland R-26 6-Channel Digital Field Audio Recorder

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


Specifications :



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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