Compact, solid state, 4-channel field recorder with built-in effects, filter, limiter, and more.
The Edirol R-44 is a compact, 4-channel, solid state field recorder that uses SD or large-capacity SDHC cards as the storage media enabling quiet and reliable recording for a variety of professional audio needs. Capture up to 4 channels of uncompressed audio with selectable bit depths (16-bit or 24-bit) and sampling frequencies (44.1kHz/48kHz/88.2kHz/96kHz/192kHz). Onboard effects include limiter, low-cut filter, 3-band EQ, 6-band GEQ, Enhancer, and DeEsser. Weighing in at just less than 3lb. (with batteries) makes this portable recorder a perfect high quality recording solution for videographers, musicians, teachers, and sound designers to take anywhere.
The Edirol R-44 is designed for professional use within a very conveniently sized package. Because it employs SD cards or large capacity SDHC cards as the recording medium, there's no moving parts. This enables the most silent and reliable operation possible.
Although the R-44 is compact, all the necessary functions are included. Built-in high quality microphones and speakers make recording and monitoring without external devices possible.
The built-in effects include a 3-band parametric EQ which allows precise equalization with high/low shelving and peaking and a 6-band graphic EQ ideal for recording. The R-44 recorder also has a Noise Gate which minimizes noise during low audio levels and cuts low frequency noise, and Enhancer which clearly defines and enhances sound (good for dialog), a Comp & DeEsser to cut hissing, smooth the sound, and make audio level uniform. Finally, you get MS Mic Mixing to generate stereo mixing with specified spread from inputs of its Mid-Side Microphones. All of these effects can be applied on both input and output.
On top of the effects, you get an on-board limiter helps suppress sudden peaks in sound from an input source. The Edirol R-44 also has a low-cut filter to help prevent things like wind noise or mic handling noise.
The R-44's Pre-Record function ensures you never miss that important moment again. It buffers input signals for a user-definable amount of time. When the REC button is pressed, the material from the previous few seconds (selectable) is included. This also helps reduce sound bites at the beginning of a recording by not having to start the recorder too early.
The combo input jacks (4) supports the connection of both XLR and 1/4-inch plugs. XLR inputs are equipped with phantom power. Eleven steps of input sensitivity enable the connection of various devices with a variety of inputs levels from microphones to musical instruments. High-quality analog circuitry in the preamp ensures superior recording results.
The high contrast, high response organic LED screen, viewable from wide angles ensures fluid operation in field recording situations. The high response of level meters makes precise level adjustments possible. All the necessary switches and knobs are located on the top and front panels. Self-lit buttons on all the key controls enable clear-cut recording operations.
The Control Sync terminal enables synchronized operation of 2 units. Control the second unit from the master by simply connecting the two with a stereo mini cable. The master unit can remotely control REC standby, REC start, and REC stop of the slave unit. This function enables 8-channel recording in a compact space and at an affordable price.
The R-44 storage can be mounted on computers with a simple USB 2.0 connection. It is seen as an USB storage device on any computer. You can copy data back and forth with a simple drag-and-drop operation.
Edirol's portable recorder can be operated with 3 types of power: AC adaptor, 4-pin external battery and AA batteries. Four hours (at 16-bit/44.1kHz stereo with no phantom power and pre-record disabled) of operation is possible with NiMH or alkaline batteries.
