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Tascam DR-100MKIII Linear PCM Recorder
Brand | Tascam |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
Format | MP3 Audio, WAV |
Headphones Jack | 2.5 millimeters |
Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
Screen Size | 3 |
Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
About this item
- PERFORMANCE: Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100dB
- DUAL ADC MODE: Uses 2 AK4558 AD converters simultaneously for 109dB S/N ratio
- MICROPHONE: Onboard dual microphone fits any audio environment
- RECORDING: High definition 192kHz/24-bit recording support
- CHARGING: Dual battery design, USB Bus and AC adapter charging
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Product information
Item Weight | 1 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 1.38 x 3.15 x 6.13 inches |
ASIN | B01I54S1S0 |
Item model number | DR-100mkIII |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #70,428 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #166 in Portable Studio Recorders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 22, 2016 |
Color Name | Black |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Battery type | Lithium Ion |
Media Format | MP3 Audio, WAV |
Standing screen display size | 3 |
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TASCAM’s top-of-the-line Handheld Digital Recorder, the DR-100mkIII boasts a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 100dB, delivering the best audio performance in the history of TASCAM portable stereo recorders. Designed to meet the needs of the most demanding audio designers and engineers, this new model combines robust reliability, an updated user interface and studio quality sonic performance to deliver a truly breathtaking audio experience.
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Sound quality | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
Battery life | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Easy to use | 4.2 | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.0 |
Value for money | — | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.7 | — | — |
User interface | — | 4.0 | — | 4.6 | — | 4.0 |
Sold By | — | Safe 'N Quick | 212 Distributors (blue light serial #'s recorded) | Amazon.com | Firemall LLC | Amazon.com |
hardware interface | usb | usb2.0 | usb2.0 | secure digital | usb, sdhc, secure digital, usb streaming, usb streaming | usb |
memory capacity | 128 GB | 32 GB | 4 GB | 512 GB | 32 GB | 128 GB |
format | mp3 audio, wav | — | — | wav | wav | live |
battery quantity | 2 aa, 1 lithium ion | — | 2 aa, 2 aaa | 2 aa | 2 lithium polymer, 2 aa, 1 lithium ion | 2 aa, 1 lithium ion |
weight | 1 pounds | — | 0.3 kilograms | — | 115 grams | 0.7 pounds |
mic form factor | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In | Built-In |
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, and display of the voice recorder. For example, they mention it's easy to use, has a decent recording quality, and has s a fantastic display. That said, some complain about the noise it makes and the wind that it seems to conduct. Opinions are mixed on the sound quality.
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Customers like the quality of the voice recorder. They say it has excellent, decent, and fantastic recording quality. They also appreciate the solid build, intuitive menu system, and easy-to-navigate switches. Customers also say the recorder is great for experimenting with stereo recording, and the recordings have been amazing.
"...If you care about sound, this recorder is for you; it feels solid, and is not overly complicated to use...." Read more
"...Build quality is superb. I'm very satisfied." Read more
"...Solid buildFairly intuitive menu system and easy to navigateSwitches and controls logically placed for the most part...." Read more
"...The build is plastic, but it's not flimsy and it doesn't feel like it's going to break any time soon...." Read more
Customers find the voice recorder easy to use. They mention that the user interface is pretty good, with a fairly intuitive menu system. They also appreciate the easy-to-navigate switches and controls. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's ease of use.
"...sound, this recorder is for you; it feels solid, and is not overly complicated to use. So many capabilities in such a small package!" Read more
"...Solid buildFairly intuitive menu system and easy to navigateSwitches and controls logically placed for the most part...." Read more
"...The user interface is pretty good, although it does require a lot of menu diving to change certain settings...." Read more
"...include the "build quality" and layout of design and intuitive menu functions etc...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the display of the voice recorder. They mention that it has a fantastic signal to noise ratio, making monitoring easy. They also appreciate the build quality, layout of design, and intuitive menu functions.
"...PROSDecent signal to noise ratioFantastic display, makes monitoring easy...." Read more
"...have been first rate to include the "build quality" and layout of design and intuitive menu functions etc...." Read more
"Improved display, better A/D converter, but sad weak points were not fixed, like unprotected microphones easy to damage, and battery compartment..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the play quality of the voice recorder. They mention that it writes extremely high quality 24-bit digital files with a low noise profile.
"...Good controls that are well laid out, easy to adjust. Writes extremely high quality 24-bit digital files with a low noise profile...." Read more
"Very good unit. I use it to record voiceover and documentary production sound." Read more
"Fantastic record and play quality..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the voice recorder. Some mention that it has good enough features, a decent signal to noise ratio, and a fantastic display. However, others say that it's not remarkably quieter, the controls rattle, and the built-in mics are not sound isolated from body. Some customers also report that the audio was distorted even by touching the USB cable.
"...The low noise was the bonus for me.I'm using the unit to capture audio for video on my NIKON D850; as well as sounds for projects...." Read more
"...It’s internal mechanics are incredibly quiet and high end. Tascam doesn’t always get it right, but they nailed a winner with this one." Read more
"...Writes extremely high quality 24-bit digital files with a low noise profile. Highly recommended this powerful little unit." Read more
"...DAC sounds amazing." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the voice recorder. They mention that the control knob makes rattle sounds, the body itself seems to conduct wind noise more than other recorders, and the buttons jiggle.
"...difficult to protect from the wind, and the body itself seems to conduct wind noise more than other recorders...." Read more
"...i plan to return the item.another problem is control knob makes rattle sounds(even without touching it) when you move recorder, turn it..." Read more
"buttons jiggle and you can hear them in the recordings.battery hog...." Read more
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I'm using the unit to capture audio for video on my NIKON D850; as well as sounds for projects. I tested several other audio devices and the all fell short. As dated as this device is it still does the job.
I'm using the unit to capture audio for video on my NIKON D850; as well as sounds for projects. I tested several other audio devices and the all fell short. As dated as this device is it still does the job.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2020
PROS
Decent signal to noise ratio
Fantastic display, makes monitoring easy. I especially love that it reads out the ambient and source noise in numbers, so you can see exactly where the noise and signal levels are. That's a fantastic tool and helps you make sure you have 18 dB separation between them.
Solid build
Fairly intuitive menu system and easy to navigate
Switches and controls logically placed for the most part.
CONS
Some of the interface is not clear. For instance, to increase the headphone volume, you have to go to I/O Settings/ Output Att and turn off Ear Protection, which is the default.
For external microphone input, that is under MIC, not EXT. MIC. External microphone input is only for mini jack inputs.
Battery life is terrible, especially if running phantom power, so you'll need to get external power for this.
When battery runs low, instead of shutting off, it just disables the unit so you can't record. That's kind of annoying to me. I'd wish it just shut off, not say I'm dying and then be of no use any way.
The pre-amps in this aren't all they are cracked up to be, still needs a pre-amp to get the best s/n ratio (same as with any of the other recorders in this class). But again, compared to the $2,250 for a Sound Devices 702, it's a bargain solution.
I'm not sure about how this unit will hold up over time, so I'd get an extended warranty to cover your bets. I haven't been that impressed with Tascam products in the past, but I have to say I am very impressed with this unit.
If you are looking to record high quality audio, I'd say this is a decent recorder to get. Time will tell how it holds up. And perhaps firmware updates will reduce some of the interface confusion.
Another solution is to run your mic through a pre-amp and use the phantom power from that unit versus relying on this unit for power. It is a battery killer, that's for sure.
Top reviews from other countries
Some learning time needed to get a handle on all the functions. That's normal. I appreciate the sound quality capture by the onboard mics which are shock mounted and protected from bumps. I bought it to be able to use my XLR mics also.