R-26: MIC Portable Recorder
Discover True Multi-Dimensional Sound
Hand-held field recorders have been hot commodities for musicians, recording engineers, and sound designers for years. Today, the mercury rises in this dynamic market with the debut of the game-changing R-26. This innovative recorder is portable yet loaded with first-class, professional features, the likes of which the industry has not seen before. There are two types of stereo microphones built into the R-26, plus a pair of XLR/TRS combo inputs for external mics, and an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic. Choose simultaneous combinations of the built-in mics (directional and omnidirectional), as well as the external inputs. Capture live performances with simultaneous line and ambient signal paths, record important speeches, lectures, and presentations, or take the R-26 into the inner city or deep forest for pristine field capture. The sky’s the limit with this powerful, portable, and incredibly flexible recorder.
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Two types of built-in stereo microphones (omnidirectional and directional) that can be used in various combinations
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Two XLR/TRS combo inputs with 48 V phantom power, plus an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic
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Supports up to six channels (three stereo channels) of simultaneous recording
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Large LCD touchscreen display for intuitive navigation
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Large input-level knobs for fine adjustment
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Built-in Hi-Speed USB interface for use as an audio interface or external storage
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Loop-Back function; combine this with the built-in or external mics for the optimum live video streaming setup (only with Audio Interface function)
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Bundled with SONAR LE software (PC)
New-Tech Advantage
The R-26 features Roland’s latest DSP engine, which allows simultaneous recording of up to six channels (three stereo channels). A large LCD touchscreen display lets you directly navigate menus for customizing the microphone settings, editing waveforms, and so on. It also features large input-level knobs for making precise adjustments.
Built-In Stereo Mics
Directional and omnidirectional stereo microphones are built into the R-26, and can be used simultaneously. This unique multi-stereo mic recording system lets you capture a wide stereo soundfield without spoiling the vibrant low frequencies and ambience of the venue.
External Inputs
Two XLR/TRS combo mic inputs are built into the R-26, plus an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic, which can be combined simultaneously with the internal mics. At a live concert, for example, the R-26 can capture a stereo mix from the FOH mixer via its XLR inputs, as well as the ambient audience noise via its built-in stereo mics.
Six-Channel Simultaneous Recording
The R-26 allows up to six channels of simultaneous recording (three stereo pairs). Capture the same sound source with three different types of microphones, both internal and external. This provides a new level of flexibility after the fact, as you can choose from the individual tracks or composite mixes.
USB Connectivity
You can connect the R-26 to your computer for use as an audio interface or for external storage. Use the R-26 in combination with the bundled SONAR LE software app to perform recording and detailed editing on your PC.
OP-R26CW: Cover/Windscreen Set for R-26
This special accessory set is custom-designed for the R-26 recorder, featuring a protective cover and a windscreen made of high-density fiber.
[ Recorder Part ]
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Tracks 6 (3 stereo)
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Signal Processing AD/DA conversion: 24-bit, 96.0/88.2/48.0/44.1 kHz
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Data Type (For Recording) <WAV/BWF> Sampling Rate: 96.0/88.2/48.0/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits <MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 )> Sampling Rate: 48.0/44.1 kHz, Bit Rates: 320/160/128 kbps <WAV + MP3> Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 16 bits, Bit Rates: 128 kbps
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Data Type (For Playback) <WAV/BWF> Sampling Rate: 96.0/88.2/48.0/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits <MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3)> Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 (kHz), Bit Rates: 32 to 320 kbps or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
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Memory Card SD Card (SDHC format compatible)
[ Input/Output ]
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Audio Inputs <Internal stereo microphone> Omnidirectional (OMNI) mic, Directional (XY) mic <Analog inputs 1/L, 2/R (XLR/TRS combo type)> XLR type (phantom powered), 1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced/unbalanced) <Plug-in powered mic input (Stereo miniature phone type)>
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Audio Output Phones jack (Stereo miniature phone type)
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Nominal Input Level (Variable) <Analog input 1/L, 2/R> +4, -2, -8, -14, -20, -26, -32, -38, -44, -50, -56, -62 dBu <Plug-in powered mic input> LOW: -7.5 dBu, MID: -21 dBu, HIGH: -26 dBu * Input Level Knob: Center
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Input Impedance <Analog input 1/L, 2/R> 5 kΩ <Plug-in powered mic input> 3 kΩ (SENS = MID/HIGH), 2 kΩ (SENS = LOW)
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Maximum Input <Analog input 1/L, 2/R> +24 dBu (SENS = +4 dBu) <Plug-in powered mic input> +4 dBu (SENS = LOW)
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Output Level 35 mW + 35 mW (In case 16 Ω load)
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Recommended Load Impedance 16 Ω or greater
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Frequency Response 20 Hz to 40 kHz
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Phantom Power 48 V ± 4 V, 10 mA or less in all channels
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USB Interface Mini-B type connector, USB mass storage device class, USB audio (Hi-Speed USB)
[ Other ]
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Display 160 x 160 dots graphic display (touch screen)
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Power Supply AC Adaptor, Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4
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Current Draw 500 mA (MAX)
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Dimensions 82.0 (W) x 180.1 (D) x 41.1 (H) mm; 3-1/4 (W) x 7-1/8 (D) x 1-5/8 (H) inches
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Weight 0.37 kg; 14 oz (excluding batteries)
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Accessories Owner’s manual, SD Card, AC Adaptor, Power Cord, Cakewalk SONAR LE DVD-ROM (for Windows), USB Cable (mini-B type),Windscreen
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Options (sold separately) Cover/Windscreen Set (OP-R26CW), Binaural Microphones/ Earphones (CS-10EM), Stereo Shotgun Microphone (CS-50), Stereo Microphone (CS-15S), Stereo Headphones (RH-300), Microphone Stand Adaptor (OP-MSA1), Microphone Stand (ST-100MB)
* Each recording time is approximate. The times may change depending on the card specifications.
* When multiple WAV/BWF files are recorded at once, the recording time will be shorter than shown above.
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
* The specifications are subject to change without notice.
