Tascam DR-100 MKIII

Lightweight Portable Recording Device

The Tascam DR-100MKIII is a durable, yet lightweight portable recording device, ideal for a range of professional audio applications. With the ability to record directly from the uni-directional or alternatively omni-directional stereo microphones, you can choose the perfect recording settings for your needs. The Tascam DR-100MKIII features dual AKM AK4558 converters which sport a VELVET SOUND architecture to provide reduced power consumption with no compromises in terms of high quality audio.

External Microphone Connection

The XLR/TRS connector on the DR-100MKIII gives you access to external microphone and line in connection. The DR-100MKIII features phantom power which provides either 24 or 48 volts for use with external condenser microphones to provide great versatility in terms of recording applications. These XLR inputs themselves are optimised to deliver the lowest noise yet highest quality of all of the Tascam handheld audio recording devices on the market. To sustain the high audio quality, the DR-100MKIII utilises high definition discrete architecture (HDDA) mic preamps.

Dual Battery Structure

The Tascam DR-100MKIII supports prolonged use times, thanks to the dual battery structure. The built-in lithium-ion battery works together with the removable AA batteries to provide sufficient power over much longer recording sessions. If the batteries are running low, the device can be rapidly charged by either an AC adapter or by USB Bus power from an external battery pack.

Highlights

• Handheld digital stereo recorder for professional use
• Rugged aluminium chassis
• Two separate types of batteries used together allow for many hours of operation as well as the ability to change batteries while recording
• Recording medium: SD card (64 MB – 128 GB)
• 102 dB S/N ratio
• Four built-in high-quality condenser microphones
• Switchable low-cut filter (40/80/120/220 Hz)
• Mic input level attenuation (PAD, hardware switchable)
• Headphones output with level control (mini jack)
• Seperate stereo line output with adjustable level (mini jack)
• Metal mic stand adapter (¼ inch) on bottom side to attach the unit to a tripod or microphone stand
• USB 2.0 connection for file transfer with computer
• Power supply by optional AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520E) or USB power
• Included as standard: 2-Gigabyte SD card, digital input adapter cable

Technical Specifications

• Maximum sampling rate: 192 kHz
• Recording media: SDXC (up to 128 GB)
• AD/DA converter for external input : AKM AK4558
• Display size : 128×128
• Headphones output : 40 mW + 40 mW
• Low-cut filter: 40/80/120/220 Hz
• Peak reduction: Yes
• Power-on recording : Yes
• Dual level recording : Yes
• Floating structure for unidirectional mics: Yes
• XRI function (stores recording information) : Yes
• Slate tone generator: Yes
• Connectors for external input: Amphenol XLR/TRS combo
• Recording/playback formats:
• WAV (BWF):44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz, 16/24 bits
• MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 128/192/256/320 Kbit/s
• Number of audio channels: 2 channels (stereo)

• MIC/LINE IN jacks (XLR support phantom power):
• XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
• 6.3-mm standard TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
• When MIC input source selected:
• Maximum input level: +2 dBu (PAD on)
• Minimum input level: –70.5 dBu (PAD off)
• Input impedance: XLR: ≥2 kΩ
• TRS: ≥20 kΩ
• When LINE input source selected:
• Maximum input level: +24 dBu
• Nominal input level: 4 dBu
• Input impedance: ≥20 kΩ
• EXT IN jack (can provide plug-in power): 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
• When EXT MIC input source selected:
• Maximum input level: –2.8 dBu (PAD on)
• Minimum input level: –62.8 dBu (PAD off)
• Input impedance: ≥50 kΩ
• When EXT LINE input source selected:
• Maximum input level: +6 dBV
• Nominal input level: −10 dBV
• Input impedance: ≥2 kΩ
• LINE OUT jack: 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
• Output impedance: 200 Ω
• When LINE input source selected :
• Nominal output level: –14 dBV
• Maximum output level: +6 dBV
• In other situations:
• Nominal output level: –10 dBV
• Maximum output level: +6 dBV
• Headphones jack: 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
• Maximum output power: 40 mW + 40 mW (headphones connected, 32 Ω load)
• Built-in speaker: 0.4 W (mono)

• DIGITAL IN connector: 3.5-mm TRS jack (using dedicated conversion cable)
• Format: IEC60958-3 (SPDIF)

• USB port: Micro-B connector
• Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
• REMOTE jack: 2.5-mm TRS jack

• Frequency response :
• MIC/LINE IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• MIC/LINE IN (LINE) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (LINE) to LINE OUT
• 44.1/48 kHz sampling frequency (JEITA): 20 Hz − 20 kHz +0.5 dB/−1 dB
• 88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency (JEITA): 20 Hz − 40 kHz +0.5 dB/−2 dB
• 176.4/192 kHz sampling frequency (JEITA): 20 Hz − 80 kHz +0.5 dB/−4 dB
• Distortion:
• MIC/LINE IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• MIC/LINE IN (LINE, +20dBu In) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (LINE) to LINE OUT
• 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz sampling frequency (JEITA): ≤0.007
• S/N ratio:
• MIC/LINE IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• MIC/LINE IN (LINE) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (MIC, PAD On) to LINE OUT
• EXT IN (LINE) to LINE OUT
• 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz sampling frequency (JEITA): ≥102 dB
• Equivalent input noise (EIN): ≤–124 dBu

• Power supply:
• Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery
• 2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium-ion)
• USB bus power from a computer
• AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520E, sold separately)
• Battery pack (Tascam BP-6AA, sold separately)
• Power consumption L: 7.5 W

• Use conditions:
• UNI MIC (built-in directional mic) input
• STEREO WAV (BWF)/44.1 kHz, 16-bit recording
• Using built-in (lithium-ion rechargeable) battery: 12:00
• Using lithium batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium): 7:00
• Using NiMH battery (eneloop): 3:30
• Using alkaline batteries (Evolta): 2:45
• Use conditions:
• MIC/LINE IN jack/mic input
• Phantom power used (+48V, 2 × 3 mA)
• STEREO WAV (BWF)/44.1 kHz 16-bit recording
• Using built-in (lithium-ion rechargeable) battery: 6:00
• Using lithium-ion batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium): 3:30
• Using NiMH battery (eneloop): 2:15
• Using alkaline batteries (Evolta): 1:00

• Weight:
• 425 g (including batteries)
• 375 g (excluding batteries)
• Operating temperature range: 0–40 °C