TASCAM SS-CDR250N Solid State / CD Recorder

The TASCAM SS-CDR250N Solid State Recorder offers an impressive set of recording and playback features in a compact single-rack unit that's ideal for broadcast and contractor installations. Whether you're recording important meetings, capturing audio in your house of worship, or want a convenient, high-quality front-of-house solution, the SS-CDR250N gives you the flexibility you need. With its dual-SD, CDR, and USB flash media options and generous pro connectivity, the TASCAM SS-CDR250N will deliver high-quality results with a minimum of fuss.

The SS-CDR250N sports a host of smart features you'll appreciate. This unit records stereo 16- and 24-bit WAV files at up to 96kHz, MP3 formats at up to 48kHz, and CD-DA at 44.1kHz. Supported media includes SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards, USB flash drives, and CD-R, CD-R-DA, CD-RW, and CD-RW-D via the unit's onboard CD recorder. Connectivity is equally generous, and includes XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced analog I/O, AES/EBU XLR and S/PDIF coaxial digital I/O, and Ethernet for control and file transfer. The packed feature set also includes two onboard mic preamps with phantom power, parallel and RS-232C serial control, flash start, Variable Speed Audition, redundant recording to both SD ports, and tons more.

TASCAM SS-CDR250N Features:
    Stereo recording at up to 24-bit/96kHz
    Records to dual SDXC cards or USB flash
    Record or dub to CD-R at 44.1k/16-bit
    Redundant SD card recording mode
    2 microphone preamps with phantom power
    Compressor/limiter on input
    Ethernet connection allows files to be uploaded to server or remotely pushed to unit
    Unbalanced and balanced analog I/O
    AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital I/O
    Optional IF-DA2 Dante audio I/O card for networked operation
    RS-232C Serial and 25-pin parallel control ports
    Digital inputs with sample rate conversion
    Automatic file save every 2 seconds prevents data loss due to power interruption
    Pre-record records input buffer to ensure capture of the start of a recording
    Instant playback via Auto Cue and Auto Ready
    Power-on Play and Record starts playback/recording on power-up
    LCD display with level, time, and menu information
    Variable Speed Audition alters playback speed without changing pitch (and vice-versa)
    Free iOS and Android apps allow the recorder to be operated from your smartphone
    Scheduled recording triggers recording or playback at specified times each week
    Password protection/file encryption safeguard your data
    FTP client lets you upload recordings to a server
    SNTP lets internal clock be set via internet time servers
    Link playback function allows two units to be operated concurrently for redundant backup
    Auto Level monitors and adjusts input signal
    Mono mix playback function
    3 user presets for quick setting of input level, sample rate, and more
    Auto-mark function indicates where clipping has occurred in a file
    Dual format recording simultaneously captures files as WAV and MP3 format

Specifications
Audio Interface: Stereo Recording Interface
A/D Resolution: Up to 24-bit/96kHz
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR, 1 x Dual RCA Stereo
Analog Outputs: 2 x XLR, 1 x Dual RCA Stereo
Digital Inputs: 1 x XLR (AES/EBU), 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
Digital Outputs: 1 x XLR (AES/EBU), 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
Memory (removable): 2 x SDXC card slots, 1 x USB flash, CDR
File Format: WAV, MP3
USB: 1 x Type A
Data I/O: 1 x Ethernet
Other I/O: 1 x DB-25 (parallel connector), 1 x DB-9 (RS-232C)
Power Supply: Standard IEC AC cable
Width: 19"
Depth: 11.8"
Manufacturer Part Number: SS-CDR250N