For filmmaking, television, and web broadcast applications where you want to record direct sound and ambience, the TASCAM DR-70D multi-track field recorder is an ideal companion for your DSLR. Capture up to four tracks of high-resolution audio from external sources and the onboard omnidirectional microphones, route audio to and from your camera, and conveniently monitor through headphones. With strap-friendly handles, a tripod mounting socket, and a camera-mount screw attachment, the DR-70D is compatible with a variety of setups and working styles.

Versatile powering methods and remote-control options make the DR-70D ideal for location recording and extended video shoots. Its four balanced XLR-1/4" combo inputs handle mic- or line-level signals (even +4 dBu from high-end sound mixers) and can independently supply phantom power. A 3.5mm mic/line input with selectable plug-in power is provided for situations that require you to record a lavalier microphone or the output of a wireless receiver. Utilize settings such as stereo safety track recording, limiting, and low-cut filtering to achieve a clean, undistorted recording.

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The DR-70D's two onboard condenser microphones empower you to capture stereo sound without external mics. The omnidirectional mics respond to sound from all directions and are permanently spaced apart in an A/B configuration, yielding a broad, sphere-like pickup pattern. Use them in combination with a shotgun, handheld, or lav mic to record direct sound and ambience at the same time.

Four locking XLR-1/4" TRS combo jacks support mic level and +4 dBu line level, allowing you to record external microphones or balanced outputs from a professional multichannel mixer. With individually switchable phantom power (24 or 48V) and up to 63 dB of gain, the low-noise HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps can serve a variety of microphones such as dynamic, ribbon, or condenser types.

For maximum intelligibility and optimal vocal tone, recordists often prefer to use lavalier microphones that can be attached to their subject's clothing. The DR-70D's 3.5mm mini-jack input is designed for precisely that situation; clip a lav mic (available separately) to the talent, then plug it into the 3.5mm input on the DR-70D. Knowing that many lav mics require a small amount of voltage called plug-in power, TASCAM offers a selectable setting to supply plug-in power to the 3.5mm input. If you need to record the output of a wireless microphone receiver or an audio mixer, the 3.5mm input can accommodate it because it supports line-level signals and handles a maximum input level of +10 dBV.

The DR-70D boasts two 3.5mm outputs for simultaneous hookup to your camera and headphones. The headphone output offers a dedicated volume control next to the jack, while level for the camera/line output port can be changed in the menu system. Plus, the side-panel 3.5mm camera input is ideal for simple monitoring of playback from your camera.

To maximize compactness and portability, the DR-70D records directly to media cards (available separately). It supports supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards (up to 128GB capacity) for long recording times in standard or high resolution. With an 8GB card, the DR-70D can record in stereo for over 13 hours at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz using the uncompressed, BWF-compliant WAV format.

Using four AA alkaline batteries (available separately), you can power the DR-70D for up to six hours of stereo recording time at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz resolution with the external inputs, or for up to 11 hours using the onboard mics. For long-duration sessions that require extended recording time, the DR-70D may be powered via a USB connection to a computer, mobile battery, or optional BP-6AA battery pack, or through the TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter (available separately).

The DR-70D can be placed between a DSLR camera and a tripod or mounted to a cage or follow-focus rig. A tripod socket is on the bottom of the unit, and a removable tripod bracket is mounted on the top. Remove the tripod bracket to access the integrated hot shoe. Also, handles on the front left and right sides protect the screen and permit the attachment of a shoulder belt. All batteries can be replaced without removing the DR-70D from the camera or tripod/rig.

In the likely event that you need to use the transport and slate buttons while shooting, you don't need to worry about picking up clicks in the recording. The DR-70D's soft-touch rubber keys are designed for quiet operation to eliminate handling noise.

Filmmakers and videographers often experience sudden audio volume spikes during filming. An actor could suddenly scream, or a documentary subject could do almost anything. The DR-70D has a dual-recording mode that captures a copy of your take (from a selectable mono or stereo input) up to 12 dB lower (adjustable in -1 dB increments) as a safety track in case of sudden distortion.

Enhance the sonic impact of your audio with the DR-70D's built-in mixer. Each input features adjustable panning, level, limiting, polarity, and up to 150ms of delay. Mitigate wind noise and low-frequency rumble by selecting the low-cut filter, which can be set at 40, 80, 120, 180, or 220 Hz.

An internal tone generator makes it easy to synchronize files recorded on the DR-70D and your camera. When the DR-70D is connected to a camera, the adjustable slate tone may be sent to the camera and recorded to the DR-70D. The resulting tones can be used as guides when synchronizing the files in video editing software. Generate slate tones automatically at the head (or head and tail) of each clip, or manually via the slate button. Playback can be skipped to the slate tone insert position using the data dial.

Hand- or foot-operated remote control is possible via the RC-3F footswitch or RC-10 wired remote (both available separately); start/stop recording, make marks, increment tracks, and more without having to touch the DR-70D.

• Angled 128 x 64 pixel graphic LCD with backlight for easy viewing
• Simple, efficient file transfer via USB 2.0 connection to a computer
• Adjustable delay function eliminates time lags caused by differences in the distances of two sets of inputs from the sound source
• Hold switch prevents accidental operation
• MS decoding function allows proper stereo monitoring of a mid-side mic configuration
• Automatically creates a new file when the maximum file size is reached
• Resume function retains the last stop point even when the DR-70D is powered off/on
• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by creating a new file when desired
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or the date
• The first six characters of the file name for recording can be set freely

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can i conect a sennheiser g3 in the out line of the 70d , and the reciver of the g3 to my camera xlr input, so i can record two sources?

A: Walter,We are not familiar with the particular system you are referring to.However multiple inputs can be recorded by the DR-70D as detailed in the Owner's Manual available here: a href= http://tascam.com/product/dr-70d/downloads/ target= _blank http://tascam.com/product/dr-70d/downloads//aThank you for your interest in TASCAM products.

Q: 2. Where is the serial number located?

A: Serial numbers for the Tascam products are generally located on a sticker inside the battery compartment however our demo model has no serial number. Unfortunately we are not able to confirm for the DR-70D. Serial numbers are also located on the outer box of the product. For additional information please contact Tascam directly at 323-726-0303 ext. 617 (M-F, 8am-5pm Pacific).

Q: 3. upgraded preamps? ok. i get that. but does that equate to (NOTICEABLE to the average viewer) better SOUND than the original DR-60?

A: Granzin,According to our design engineers, they are a definite improvement.Your own ears, and ss Larry E has indicated, your listening environment will have a bearing.Thank you for your interest in TASCAM products.

Q: 4. I'll use this bag for the Zoom F8 mainly but i want to know if it fits the Sound Devices 633 also??

A: The Zoom F8 will fit very well into the KSTGMIX Stingray MixPro Audio Bag.However, the 633 is much larger and requires a larger bag:The KSTGJ Stingray Junior is a great compact run & gun bag for the 633.The KSTGS Stingray Small is more of a full size bag for the 633, that can be loaded up with even more receivers and accessories than the JR.Check out both at the links below:

Q: 5. If I'm taking a line feed from an audio board into the DR-70D, should I use one XLR going into the Tascam or two?

A: you can go 4 if you want one channel will give you mono so go L & R using two channels to get stereo

Q: 6. Does it have running timecode?

A: Yes, it has running time code, shows battery power level and the capacity of your SD card.

Q: 7. Will this bag accommodate the MP6 with the L-series battery sled (with batteries)?

A: Yes, this K-Tek bag will accommodate the MixPre-6 along with the L-series battery sled and batteries.

Q: 8. The specs for this unit do not include Mac 10.10 or above. Is that still the case? Or have they upgraded the firmware for the new operating systems?

A: Supported operating systems: -----------------------------------------------------Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 (including 8.1) --------Mac OS X 10.2 or newer

Q: 9. Is there a removable cover for the bottom of the bag if I don't want an open square hole?

A: There is not a removeable cover available for the bottom of the K-Tek Stingray MixPro Audio Bag.

Q: 10. Is this the exact same bag as the older KSTG70 meant for the Tascam DR-70D/701D just with the addition of the front pouch? If not, what are the differences between the two (i.e. interior size, etc.)?

A: This bag is the direct replacement for the KSTG70. It size is practically the same, just slightly bigger in the interior. Interior size this bag- 7.5 x 2 x 5" vs interior of the previous bag- 6.7 x 2.4 x 4.7.