This places it halfway between its sturdier big brother and the many less expensive pocket recorders on the market as well as the tascam hdp2. In addition, the included pmd mark editor software provides extensive editing functions on pc for immediate distribution. Studer a807 studer a820 boss br 600 track digital multitracker otari mtr roland vs880 4 track mixer roland vs2400cd roland vs 2480 tascam mfp01 portastudio fostex x15 tascam mx2424 sony mdmx4 lrc remote tascam dp02cf digital portastudio digital multitracker digital recording w cd burner. The marantz pmd661mkiii super mod upgrade rebuilds the microphone preamp using very high speed, very low noise and super low distortion op amps that dramatically improve low level detail and clarity. I really like the fostex fr2le, but for those less inclined to want to deal. Fostex fr2le overview with a location recording pedigree which includes the original portable timecode dat machines pd2, pd4, and more recently the innovative pd6 dvdram recorder, it was only natural that fostex should develop the fr2, the acclaimed professional compactflashbased field recorder. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. For one, the included software synths and plugin effects are superb far, far better than most of the competition, and since being taken over by roland, the hardware support and integration has. Comparing the sony pcmd50, fostex fr2le, zoom h4 and sound. Whilst the pmd661 is a similar shape, it is just a little bit smaller that its predecessor, so not such a brick after all. And now, it seems, fostex have done it again with the launch of the new fr2le a compact audio recorder designed from the groundup to meet the needs of professionals in the field. The fr2le has slightly better preamps and i read this does for recording backgrounds. The fostex fr2le is something of a less expensive sequel to the popular fostex. Andat least with the version of the firmware were runningit has this.
Digital audio field recording equipment guide vermont folklife. For a start, the fr2le records to compactflash in broadcast wav format bwf at 24bit 96khz quality. The pmd661 makes heavy use of software menus to configure parameters the. I recently just sold my zoom h4n as i really didnt like it and found it noisy. The sony pcmd50 digital audio recorder does a great job of bridging the gap between consumer and professionalgrade electronics. I was surprised at the comments about the fostex fr 2le because it looks like a steal if we believe the avisoft measurements, which we have no reason to doubt. Remember the fostex fr2 le is only marginally better. Marantz pmd661 professional portable field recorder. If you are a professional researcher or student in an ethnographic field e. Playback fr 2le in the following description, it is assumed that more than one audio file is recorded to the card and the recorder is stopped at the beginning of the first created audio file. Oct 06, 2007 comparing the sony pcmd50, fostex fr2le, zoom h4 and sound devices 702. Recommended standard portable pocket sound recorder.
I think the fr2le has slightly better preamp selfnoise, but the marantz seems to me to offer more gain. The marantz pmd 661 is a similar price though i have not tried this yet. I was surprised at the comments about the fostex fr2le because it looks like a steal if we believe the avisoft measurements, which we have no reason to doubt. I need a good portable 2channel xlr recorder ideally with analog limiters. Using the marantz pmd 661 digital recorder youtube.
Marantz pmd661 professional handheld field recorder. With the record level control, headphone jack and led meter placed on the top edge for easy access when worn over the shoulder, using the recorder could not be easier. The marantz pmd661 mkii, fostex fr 2le, and sony pcmd100 capture two channels of pristine audio. Waiting on tascam dr100 and fostex fr2le responses. Its explanations assume that you have basic knowledge and experience of professional digital recording. Comparing the sony pcmd50, fostex fr2le, zoom h4 and. To me, the fr2les most important advantage is in battery life.
The marantz pmd661mkiis ergonomics are perfect for operating with a shoulder strap. The marantz pmd661 is essentially an update to their popular pmd660 what we named the recording brick because of its chunky shape and size. About this manual this manual covers all about how to use the fostex fr2le field memory recorder. To me, the fr 2le s most important advantage is in battery life. The educational supplies catalogue for dv music village. Fostex fr2 marantz pmd 661 roland r26 noise floor test. The marantz pmd661 is a well built, flexible device that would be a the marantz pmd661 is. A prograde handheld pcmmp3 recorder, the pmd661 improves on the popular pmd660, offering a streamlined form, a superior feature set, and the use of sd flash media. This is all about using line feed to get around low quality mic preamps in recorders and cameras. And now, it seems, fostex have done it again with the launch of the new fr 2le a compact audio recorder designed from the groundup to meet the needs of professionals in the field. Model pmd661 user guide handheld solid state recorder. So the 129db noise floor of the fostex is said to be more suitable than the 125db of the marantz. Pedigree portable field recorder the fr2le is a compact field memory recorder for professional use offering 24bit 96khz recording in the industry standard bwf file format.
At 552cc and 410g it is half the weight and onethird the size of the fostex fr2le. Still, with the pmd661 marantz made the swtich from cf to sd, so who. It gets 10, ten more db of usable dynamic range than, for example, my similarly priced marantz pmd661. Jun 24, 2009 until the pmd661, sony easily won the battles for easytouse software and a good display amongst procapable portables. Dv music village catalogue spring 2012 by dv music.
Only the sony includes builtin mics in this group, but the other two are worthy of the finest external condenser mics and offer xlr inputs and phantom power to operate them. The maiden flight of the fostex fr2le in currently scheduled for sometime in the fall of 2008. The marantz pmd661 now appears to be the lightest and smallest solid state recorder on the market that has the crucial xlr sockets and full spec phantom power. Plus the marantz pmd 660 has proven itself to the be most reliable machine oade brothers. The fr2le has a trim and a level knobs as opposed to only one gain knob on the pmd661. Recorders, pro audio equipment, musical instruments. The fr 2le is a compact field memory recorder for professional use offering 24bit 96khz recording in the industry standard bwf file format. Studer a807 studer a820 boss br 600 track digital multitracker otari mtr roland vs 880 4 track mixer roland vs 2400cd roland vs 2480 tascam mfp01 portastudio fostex x15 tascam mx2424 sony mdmx4 lrc remote tascam dp02cf digital portastudio digital multitracker digital recording w cd burner digital recording with cd burner roland vs 1880. The marantz pmd661 is a well built, flexible device that would be a the marantz pmd661 is a well built, flexible device that would be a. The following documents are available for download listed by model. Marantz pmd661 portable digital solid state sound recorder. Recorders, pro audio equipment, musical instruments picclick uk. The marantz has a louder speaker and digital input.
For a start, the fr 2le records to compactflash in broadcast wav format bwf at 24bit 96khz quality. The marantz pmd661 is a direct result of feedback from users in the field. If you cannot download the software from the fostex web site, ask your local fostex dealer or service. Alesis hd24xr track recording workstation boss br600 ministudio porta02 tascam ministudio porta 02 tascam da88 digital alesis adat xt 8 track digital recording studio boss br8 digital recording studio boss br900cd digital tascam dp008 alesis adat type ii zoom h4n handy portable zoom h4 handy recorder recording w cd burner recording with cd burner boss br1180 adat type ii alesis hd24.
If you are having problems downloading zip files i. This places it halfway between its sturdier big brother and the many less expensive pocket recorders on. Findbestpricesaleblackfridayonqau5544whlyriqmultisource4zonekitwithstudiokeypads asus et2410iutsb034c allinone computer. The marantz pmd661 mkii, fostex fr2le, and sony pcmd100 capture two channels of pristine audio. I previously had the edirol r44, and i liked it and recommend it. Avisoft bioacoustics hardware and software for investigating animal sound communication. Like the r4pro, r44, pmd 620 and pmd 661, the le also has adjustable mic preamp gain. I dont have a stereo mic yet but its an option for the near future. Dec 07, 2007 over all fostex fr2 le is the winner the micpre amps are very clean. The marantz pmd661mkiii fet mod upgrade rebuilds the microphone preamp very high speed, very low noise and low distortion fet op. Until the pmd661, sony easily won the battles for easytouse software and a good display amongst procapable portables. I think the fr 2le has slightly better preamp selfnoise, but the marantz seems to me to offer more gain. Searching the models on the forum brings up zero results even though. Fostex fr2le using an electrovoice re50 microphone.
Prolevel hd camcorder with xlr in anandtech forums. Fostex fr2 marantz pmd 661 roland r26 noise floor test duration. Fr 2le field memory recorder mic l key while holding down. I do field recording in very crowded, noisy, unpredictable and equipmentdangerous environments. Dv music village catalogue spring 2012 by dv music village.
View online or download fostex fr 2le owners manual. I can get both the fr2le and dr680 for similar pricing and im maxing out. The marantz pmd661 is another recorder in the same classpricerange to look at if youre interested in this one. Fostex fr2 fostex fr2le marantz pmd671 marantz pmd660 marantz pmd661mkiii marantz pmd706 superscope pmr61. All dcr302 users are requested to update the firmware to v. Marantz pmd661 just dont know enough about the brand and its not had. Now, marantz has tackled that issue with simpleto use software and a big, clear, spreadout oled display thats a real work of art. I do feel if you are doing professional interviewing or field recording, you.
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