TASCAM DR-10L Pro Field Recorder and Lavalier Microphone

Enhanced with extended battery life, expanded storage capacity, optional Bluetooth features, and more, the TASCAM DR-10L Pro stands as a remarkably versatile and lightweight portable field recorder paired with a lavalier microphone. Its dual digital converters and 32-bit floating-point recording technology ensure an extensive dynamic range, allowing effortless audio recording without the need for meticulous audio level adjustments or concerns about ruining takes. With support for PCM or MP3 recording at sample rates up to 48 kHz and an impressive battery life of 24.5 hours (using two AAA lithium batteries), the DR-10L Pro caters to lengthy shoots such as weddings, interviews, content creation, documentary filmmaking, and various other audio-for-video applications.

Practical design features like the screw lock for secure microphone-to-recorder attachment and the sliding-lock recording mechanism enhance usability and reliability during extended productions. Onboard automatic limiting, autolevel adjustment, and selectable high-pass filters at different frequencies make obtaining flawless audio outcomes easier than ever. By adding the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter (sold separately), you gain access to the DR-10L Pro CONNECT app, which facilitates wireless control of up to five recorders, visual confirmation of recording, metadata editing, and more. Additionally, this enables connection to compatible Atomos products for essential wireless time-code synchronization. The package includes a belt clip, a USB-C cable for data or alternate power, a microphone clip, a windscreen for the lav mic, and a free download of iZotope RX Elements, a comprehensive audio editing software suite.

Key Features:

– **Compact Stealth Design:** The ultracompact and lightweight DR-10L Pro is perfect for scenarios where stealth is paramount. It discreetly fits in your palm, weighs only 65 grams, and is easily concealed at film shoots, weddings, performances, and similar situations. The included belt clip ensures secure attachment to clothing for inconspicuous audio capture.

– **32-Bit Float Recording:** Default 32-bit float recording employs dual ADCs to capture a wide dynamic range without distortion or excessive noise. This feature eliminates the need for input gain adjustments, enabling swift setup and assurance of quality audio capture in any environment. The TM-10L microphone captures detailed audio while handling high sound pressure levels, ideal for the DR-10L Pro’s 32-bit float recording mode.

– **Extended Battery Life:** With just two AAA lithium batteries, the DR-10L Pro can record for up to 24.5 hours, making it well-suited for long shoots. Data is saved approximately every 20 seconds, reducing the risk of data loss due to power interruptions.

– **Remote Control via Bluetooth:** Adding the optional AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter enables remote control of the recorder through iOS or Android devices. The free CONTROL app supports control of up to five DR-10L Pro units simultaneously, offering visual confirmation of input sound and ease of management.

– **Wireless Time Code Synchronization:** The DR-10L Pro, paired with the AK-BT1 Bluetooth dongle, supports wireless time-code synchronization with compatible Atomos products. This feature is invaluable for aligning audio recordings with video, even in multicamera setups.

– **High-Visibility OLED Display:** The OLED display offers excellent visibility in varying lighting conditions, allowing easy confirmation of settings at a glance. Battery level, recording status, and input levels can be checked directly from the display.

– **Monitoring and Playback:** The DR-10L Pro features a headphone output for convenient monitoring during recording, allowing you to assess input quality in real time and review recordings on the spot.

– **Included iZotope RX Elements:** Bundled with RX Elements, an audio repair and noise reduction tool, the DR-10L Pro offers videographers powerful audio restoration capabilities, including noise removal and reduction. This software helps address postproduction challenges in various video shooting scenarios.

With its inconspicuous design, advanced recording features, and practical wireless control capabilities, the TASCAM DR-10L Pro simplifies audio recording in scenarios where discretion and quality are essential.