Tascam DR44-WL Handheld Recorder with Wifi

Specification

The DR-44WL revolutionizes handheld recorders with its new WiFi feature. A free app for iOS or Android devices provides control, file transfer, and audio streaming to your smartphone. Start recording while on-stage or from anywhere in the room, while setting trim levels and check meters to make sure the transport is running. At the end of a performance, transfer recordings to your phone and instantly upload them to SoundCloud, Facebook, even email directly to fans.

With rugged construction, great sound quality, and TASCAM's famed ease of use, the DR-44WL is the ultimate portable recorder for anyone from beginning musicians to experienced professionals.

High-Quality Condenser Microphones
A pair of studio-quality condenser microphones top the DR-44WL, arranged in a true XY pattern for detailed imaging and phase coherence. The mic capsules are build to withstand up to 132dB SPL – as loud as a jet airplane – without distorting. Record concerts and rehearsals with the confidence that your recording won't be distorted.

In addition to the great-sounding new capsules, a new shockmounting system has been developed for lower handling noise and rumble. The capsules are suspended in a rubber mount that avoids low frequency noises when handheld, mounted on a camera, or used on a tripod.

XLR Combo Jacks For Use With Professional Gear
The XLR/TRS external input jacks accept either microphone or line level sources. Balanced or unbalanced signals can be plugged in, at either +4 or -10 levels, using the locking XLR connector or the 1/4" jack. The DR-44WL supplies 48V Phantom Power for condenser or ribbon microphones that require it. Both the internal mics and external inputs are used during 4-channel recording, perfect for live recording.

Remote Wi-Fi Control
TASCAM has revolutionized handheld recording with the new WiFi control and transfer features. The DR-44WL creates its own Wi-Fi network with your iOS or Android phone, and a free app called DR Control controls remote operation without touching the unit. The app allows recording to be started and stopped, and can be used to check and adjust input levels. Any of the recording controls on the DR-44WL can be controlled over Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi transmission range is about 65 feet (20m) – well beyond the reach of infrared remotes – so the recorder can be placed wherever the recording sounds best. Audio from the DR-44WL can also be streamed over Wi-Fi to check the recording. Plug headphones into your smartphone and listen to a near-realtime feed from the recorder.

Instantly Transfer Recordings to Your Smartphone or PC to Share Online
In addition to remote control, the DR-44WL allows you to wirelessly transfer recordings to your smartphone or laptop. Upload recordings to SoundCloud through the app, then publish that link to Facebook, Twitter, and other social media. Or simply email the file to friends.
* An Internet connection is necessary to upload files to the Internet from a smartphone.

Multitrack Mode For Serious Demo Production
The DR-44WL is a powerful tool for songwriters. In Multitrack mode (MTR), the DR-44WL is able to overdub one track at a time. With multitrack functionality, you can produce studio-quality music files using just the portable DR-44WL. A reverb effect is also included to sweeten your mix.

Standard Accessories Include Everything You Need to Start Recording

Tascam DR-44WL

Recorder Section

• Supported WAV recording formats: 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24bit, WAV/BWF format
• Supported MP3 recording format: 44.1k/48kHz, 32k to 320kbps MP3

Recording media

• SD/SDHC/SDXC card (up to 128GB SDXC card)

Recording Hardware

• Cardioid stereo condenser microphones fixed in X-Y position
• High sound pressure design captures levels up to 132dB SPL
• Innovative shock mount structure reduces physical noise
• XLR/TRS inputs compatible with mic or line level (-10 or +4dBu)
• +48V phantom power supply for condenser microphones
• Stereo mini headphone line output / headphone output connector
• Built-in monaural speaker with 0.3W output

Other Features

• Four-track mode supports advanced recording
• Wi-Fi connects directly to smartphone without a router
• Dual-format recording function allows simultaneous recording of both WAV and MP3 files
• Pre-recording buffer records up to 2 seconds prior to starting recording
• A-B Loop playback function that is convention for music rehearsal
• Reverb effect for vocal and instrument resonance
• Chromatic tuner and a metronome are available in 4-track mode (V1.10)
• Audio files created on computers can be played (only in formats compatible with this product)
• USB 2.0 high-speed file transfer to a computer

What's In The Box

• Tascam DR-44WL
• Windscreen
• Mic Grip
• Hot Shoe Mount adapter
• AC adapter
• Case
• USB cable
• microSD card adapter
• 4GB card