XLR preamps have four levels of input sensitivity but, unlike the DR-100 II, sensitivity is set via menus (no switches). Left Side Layout | Clean mic preamps with locks and TRS!Ĭombo XLR and TRS inputs allow recording from external pro mics or line level sources such as mixers or outboard mic preamps. Right Side Layout | USB port, SD card slot, line out and headphone jacks Channels 1/2 have individual gain controls but, oddly, 3/4 sports only a single global level adjustment. The rubberized buttons and wheels operate smoothly and are easy to access. When mounted on an arm or tripod, the frontal LCD and controls are easier to see and use compared to “palm” recorders like the H6 or DR-100 MKII. I choose the DR-60D MKII over the DR-70D due to the abundance of physical controls-specifically phantom power switches-and the forward facing LCD. Peter Kun Frary | Allemande (Losy) | Tascam DR-60D MKII | Neumann KM184 (2X) | Shure A27M | EOS 80D (2X) The top tripod screw is flimsy and I wouldn't trust it to hold anything heavier than a battery pack. I leave an Arca plate on it for fast mount/dismount. And, because it’s not angled like the DR-70D LCD, it’s visible in an audio bag, on the floor or topside a camera.Ī tripod socket beneath and tripod bolt above allow easy connection to studio support and cameras. It isn’t a touchscreen but is clearly visible in darkness and direct sunlight. A tiny forward facing monochrome LCD displays levels, modes and menus.
Unlike most Tascam portable recorders, there are no built-in mics. The plastic body feels well made but is not as sturdy feeling as the metal body of the DR-100 II.
3 (Sor) | Tascam DR-60D MKII (Wav 48K & 24-bit stereo) | Neumann KM184 (2X) | EOS 80DĪlthough tiny, the boxy form factor isn’t palm friendly and is at its best on a tripod, Magic Arm or cage. Tascam DR-60D MKII | Buttons and knobs galore: faster adjustments and less menu surfing (images courtesy Tascam).įrary Guitar Duo | Duo Op. The DR-60D MKII is optimized for DSLR video shooters-lacking music extras like a tuner and metronome-but otherwise sports most of the features of the DR-40 but housed in a camera and tripod friendly case.