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Roland R26 Portable Recorder + 16GB SD/Case/Tripod

£369.00 inc. VAT 20.00% (£61.50)

With up to 6 simulataneous inputs, 24/96 recording resolution and USB interface capabilities, the Roland R-26 will soon rewrite the rulebook for portable recorders and become the flagship field recorder in Roland's range! The R-26 features an incredible 6 inputs enabling you to record detailed multitrack pieces on location - yet it is still compact enough that you can take it with your anywhere you go.

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Superior detail, depth, and unparalleled flexibility—welcome to a new world of portable recording.
The R-26 captures audio with high-definition direct sound, as well as the rich natural ambiance of the recording environment. With dual stereo mics, six channels of simultaneous recording, and much more, this portable recorder offers true professional quality and flexibility, opening the door to limitless creative possibilities.

Two types of built-in stereo mics—omnidirectional and directional—operate independently of each other.

Support for up to six channels of simultaneous recording—a powerful tool for professional applications.

Three-channel IARC circuitry reduces interference between inputs for high-quality 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.

Two types of built-in stereo microphones (omnidirectional and directional) that can be used in various combinations
Two XLR/TRS combo inputs with 48 V phantom power, plus an input for a stereo plug-in powered mic
Supports up to six channels (three stereo channels) of simultaneous recording
Large LCD touchscreen display for intuitive navigation
Large input-level knobs for fine adjustment
Built-in Hi-Speed USB interface for use as an audio interface or external storage
Loop-Back function; combine this with the built-in or external mics for the optimum live video streaming setup (only with Audio Interface function)
Bundled with SONAR LE software (PC)

With respect to sound quality, no stone was left unturned in developing the R-26’s new mic system.

At the top of the R-26 are OMNI (omnidirectional) and XY (directional) stereo mic pairs, which not only provide pro-level sound, but also contribute to the unit’s impressive styling. To maximize their sound-collecting characteristics, we thoroughly studied the optimum shapes, positions, and angles of the mics. The OMNI mics are entirely enclosed in a mesh and optimized to faithfully capture sounds down to super-low frequencies. The XY mics have been given ample space at the back of the unit, maximizing their performance. Additionally, the mics are laid out in a 90° configuration to create a natural stereo image. This ensures that your recordings will be clear, expansive, and true to the recording environment.

Recorder Part
Tracks: 6 (3 stereo)
Signal Processing: AD/DA conversion: 24 bits, 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz
Data Type: For Recording WAVE/BWF: Sampling Rate: 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3): Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Rates: 320/160/128 kbps WAVE + MP3: Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 16 bits, Bit Rates: 128 kbps For Playback WAVE: Sampling Rate: 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, Bit Depth: 24/16 bits MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3): Sampling Rate: 48/44.1 kHz, Bit Rates: 32-320 kbps or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
Memory Card: SD Card (SDHC format compatible)
Recording Time

(unit: hours)

R-26 Recording Time

* Each recording time is approximate. The times may change depending on the card specifications. * In case that there are plural files, the sum of recording time would be shorter than above.

Input/Output

Audio Inputs

Internal Stereo Microphones: 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)

Audio Output

Headphone jack (Stereo miniature phone type)

Nominal Input Level (Variable)

Analog inputs 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

Input Impedance

Analog inputs 1/L, 2/R : 5k ohms Plug-in powered mic input : 3k ohms (SENS = MID/HIGH), 2k ohms (SENS = LOW)

Maximum Input

Analog inputs 1/L, 2/R : +24 dBu (SENS = +4 dBu) Plug-in powered mic input : +4 dBu (SENS = LOW)

Output Level

35 mW + 35 mW (In case 16 ohms load)

Recommended Load Impedance

16 ohms or greater

Frequency Response

16 ohms or greater

Phantom Power

48 V + or - 4 V 10 mA or less in all channels