DR-44WLB 4-Track Handheld Recorder Wi-Fi App Functionality

Product Features

• Supported WAV recording formats: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits, WAV/BWF format
• Supported MP3 recording format: 44.1/48 kHz, 32–320 kbit/s MP3
• Two recording modes:
  • Normal recording mode (up to 4 tracks) for simple recording
  • Professional MTR mode for music creation
• Wi-Fi connection supports monitoring, transport control, level control, file transfer and more
• Easy Wi-Fi direct connection with Android/iOS or through an existing router or access point
• Dedicated Wi-Fi file transfer application for Windows/Mac available
• Improved internal clock – ideal for filmmaking
• Menu language can be selected between English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese

Recording hardware

• Unidirectional (cardioid) condenser microphones in X-Y configuration
• Can handle high sound pressure levels up to 132 dB SPL
• Dedicated shock mount system to eliminate handling noise
• XLR/TRS analogue inputs compatible with +4 dBu line level signals
• 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• Improved microphone preamps for higher-quality audio
• Cirrus Logic AD/DA codec for low-noise, high-performance audio recording and low power consumption
• Recording media: SD/SDHC/SDXC card (up to 128GB SDXC card)

Recording functions

• QUICK menu button shows convenient features for various recording situations
• Dual recording with different level settings or in different formats
• Four-position low-cut filter (40/80/120/220 Hz)
• Mid/Side decoder for external MS microphone
• Peak-reduction function automatically sets the optimal level when peaks are detected in music recordings
• Limiter function for overload protection
• Auto-recording function to automatically start recording based on input level
• Pre-recording function that can record up to 2 seconds prior to actual record start
• Self-timer recording function
• Mark function (manual or automatic by peak or by time)
• Input delay function for adjusting distance/time delay differences between external mic and internal mic
• Punch in/out function in MTR mode
• Bounce function in MTR mode
• Information on the recording settings used and the current GPS position derived from a connected smartphone can be embedded in BWF files

Playback functions

• Variable Speed Audition (VSA) is ideal for practice and arrangement (50–150% change of speed)
• Key changing function with fine-tuning (±6 halftones)
• I-O loop playback function – ideal for rehearsal
• Resume function retains the last stop position when power is turned back on
• Audio files created on computer can be played back (only in formats compatible with this product)
• Built-in monaural speaker (300 mW)

Editing functions

• Divide function (manual or automatic by markers)
• Files and empty folders can be deleted
• Track division function creates new files during recording (manual or automatic by time or by level)
• Mixdown function for 4-track recording

Other features

• Reverb effect for acoustic instruments and vocals
• Automatic power-saving function that prevents unnecessary use of battery power
• Chromatic tuner and metronome for rehearsal
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or date
• Long-time operation of over 16 hours using the internal batteries
• Stereo-mini headphones/line output with 20 mW output power per channel
• 128×128 graphic LCD with backlight
• Screw hole for tripod attachment
• USB 2.0 high-speed file transfer to/from computer
• Powered by four AA batteries, optional AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520U) or USB bus power

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows
  • Windows 10 (May 2020 Update 2004)
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 7
• Mac
  • macOS Catalina (10.15)
  • macOS Mojave (10.14)
  • macOS High Sierra (10.13)

Product Specifications

General

• Recording media
  • SD card (64 MB – 2 GB)
  • SDHC card (4–32 GB)
  • SDXC card (64–128 GB)
• Recording/playback formats
  • BWF: 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24 bit
  • WAV: 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24 bit
  • MP3: 44.1k/48kHz, 32/64/96/128/192/256/320 Kbit/s
• Number of channels:  4 channels
• Recorded files, 4-channel mode
  • Mono: Up to 4 files
  • Stereo: Up to 2 files
  • Stereo (1 file) + mono (up to 2 files)
• Recorded files, multitrack mode
  • Mono: Up to 4 files

Analogue Audio Inputs and Outputs

• EXT MIC/LINE IN jack (supporting phantom power supply)
  • Combo type
  • XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • 6.3-mm TRS standard jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
• When EXT IN switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM
  • Input impedance:  2.2 kΩ or more
  • Reference input level:  –17.3 dBu ±2 dB
  • Maximum input level:  –1.3 dBu ±2 dB
• When EXT IN switch set to LINE
  • Input impedance:  2.2 kΩ or more
  • Reference input level:  +4 dBu
  • Maximum input level:  +20 dBu
• Phones/LINE OUT jack:  3.5-mm stereo mini jack
• Output impedance:  12 Ω
• Reference output level:  –14 dBV (at 10 kΩ load)
• Maximum output level:  +2 dBV (at 10 kΩ load)
• Maximum output power:  20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω load)
• Built-in speaker:  0.3 W (mono)

Other Inputs / Outputs

• USB port:  Micro-B type
• Format:  USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class

Audio Performance

• Frequency response (EXT IN to LINE OUT):  
  • 20 Hz – 20 kHz +1/−3 dB (44.1 kHz, JEITA)
  • 20 Hz – 22 kHz +1/−3 dB (48 kHz, JEITA)
  • 20 Hz – 40 kHz +1/−3 dB (96 kHz, JEITA)
• Distortion (EXT IN to LINE OUT):  0.05% or less (44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
• S/N ratio (EXT IN to LINE OUT):  92 dB or higher (44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)

^{Note: Measurements based on JEITA CP-2150}

Requirements for Connected Computers

• Windows
  • Pentium 300 MHz or more
  • 128 MB or more memory
  • USB port (USB2.0 is recommended)
• Mac
  • Power PC, iMac, G3, or G4 with 266 MHz or higher
  • 64MB or more memory
  • USB port (USB2.0 is recommended)
• Recommended USB host controller:  Intel chip set
• Wi-Fi standard:  IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz only)
• Wireless communication mode:  Simple access point (Limited AP)
• WiFi security:  WPA2-PSK (WPS2.0 compatible)

Power Supply and Other Specifications

• Power supply:  4 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
• USB bus power from a computer:  Dedicated AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520U; sold separately)
• Power consumption:  2.5W (maximum)
• Dimensions (W × H × D):  79 mm × 162 mm × 43 mm
• Weight
  • 346 g (including batteries)
  • 251 g (excluding batteries)
• Operating temperature:  0–40 °C

Approximate Battery Operation Time (continuous operation)

• Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
  • 2ch WAV, 96 kHz, 24 bit:  13 hours (Recording with buit-in microphone)
  • 2ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  16 hours (Recording with built-in microphone)
  • 2ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  14 hours (Recording with built-in microphone)
  • 4ch WAV, 96 kHz, 24 bit:  13 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 4ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  13.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 4ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  13.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 2ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  15.5 hours (Playback using headphones)
  • 2ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  16 hours (Playback using headphones)
• NiMH batteries (eneloop)
  • 2ch WAV, 96 kHz, 24 bit:  10.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone)
  • 2ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  12.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone)
  • 2ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  10 hours (Recording with built-in microphone)
  • 4ch WAV, 96 kHz, 24 bit:  10.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 4ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  11.5 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 4ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  11 hours (Recording with built-in microphone + line input)
  • 2ch WAV, 44.1 kHz, 16 bit:  12.5 hours (Playback using headphones)
  • 2ch MP3, 44.1 kHz, 128 Kbit/s:  12 hours (Playback using headphones)
• Recording: JEITA recording time, Playback: JEITA music playback time