Roland R-05 Digital Handheld Recorder

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Easily document your live event with the Roland R05 handheld recorder. It records directly to an SD card with over 16 hours of continuous recording time.

The compact R-05 is easy to use, affordable, and packed with big-ticket features that raise the bar in its price class. Experience crystal-clear 24/96 capture, enhanced recording and editing features, and extended battery life (over 16 hours per charge). On stage, in rehearsal, at school, on the street, in the boardroom -- whenever inspiration strikes, let the R-05 capture the moment with convenience and quality.

Features

- High-quality stereo recording (24-bit / 96kHz) with the built-in stereo mic or external input
- Records directly to SD card with extended battery life (over 30 hours continuous playback, over 16 hours continuous recording)
- Strong, attractive metallic exterior
- Onboard editing functions; built-in reverb
- Music-practice features (change tempo without changing pitch, loop playback, etc.)
- Auto record start, auto song split, auto level adjust
- Pre Record function (captures 2 seconds of audio that precedes pressing REC)
- Use as a high-quality portable audio player (plays WAV and MP3 files)
- Windscreen and tripod mount included

24/96 Recording

The R-05 provides pristine, uncompressed stereo recording directly to SD card -- up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution. Whether recording directly with the built-in stereo mic or capturing sounds from an externally connected microphone or stereo line input, you'll be impressed with the R-05's detail and clarity. And for worry-free recording, the convenient Rehearsal mode ensures that you won't overload the read more input.

Onboard Editing

Even though the R-05 integrates fluidly with computers via USB 2.0, this next-generation recorder doesn't require a PC for editing. For speed and convenience, you can trim, divide, and combine within the R-05. And for those who'd like to apply a high-gloss finish to their recordings, the R-05 is equipped with built-in reverb.

Rehearsal Mode

In a rehearsal studio, you can make clear recordings of your band, even at high volume levels. The R-05 can automatically set the optimum recording level, and can split the songs for you automatically. It's also possible to simultaneously record a high-quality WAV file for CD production and an MP3 file for file sharing.

Music-Practice Partner

The R-05 can help you practice your instrument or vocals. You can repeatedly loop a specified region of audio, or change the playback speed without changing the pitch. You can play back a difficult phrase slowly or play back at high speed to grasp the overall structure of a song in a short time.

For Non-Musicians Too

Musicians will naturally gravitate to the R-05, but this portable recorder is great for many non-musical applications as well. Record lectures, speeches, and meetings, for example. The high-sensitivity, built-in microphone will clearly capture all of the voices in a room. The included windscreen and tripod mount enhance optimal placement and cleaner recordings as well.
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Recorder Part
Tracks: 2 (stereo one pair)

Signal Processing
- AD/DA conversion: 24 bits, 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
Data Type (Recording)
- WAVE (Sampling Rate: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz, Bit Depth: 16/24 bits)
- MP3 (Sampling Rate: 44.1/48 kHz, Bit Rates: 64/96/128/160/192/224/320 kbps)
- WAVE + MP3 (Sampling Rate: 44.1/48 kHz, Bit Depth: 16 bits, Bit Rates: 128 kbps)

- *MP3 ... MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3

Data Type (Playback)
- WAVE (Sampling Rate: 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz, Bit Depth: 16/24 bits)
- MP3 (Sampling Rate: 32/44.1/48 kHz, Bit Rates: 32 - 320 kbps or VBR)

- *MP3 ... MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3, VBR ... Variable Bit Rate

Memory Card:
- SD Card, SDHC format compatible
Recording Time*
- WAV (24-bit/96 kHz): 27 mins/GB
- WAV (24-bit/88.2 kHz): 30 mins/GB
- WAV (24-bit/48 kHz): 54 mins/GB
- WAV (24-bit/44.1 kHz): 59 mins/GB
- WAV (16-bit/96 kHz): 40 mins/GB
- WAV (16-bit/88.2 kHz): 44 mins/GB
- WAV (16-bit/48 kHz): 81 mins/GB
- WAV (16-bit/44.1 kHz): 88 mins/GB
- MP3 (320 kbps): 392 mins/GB
- MP3 (128 kbps): 980 mins/GB

- * Each recording time is approximate. The times may change depending on the card specifications.
- * In case that there are plural files, the sum of recording time would be shorter than above.

Input/Output
Audio Inputs:
- Internal Stereo Microphone, Mic input (Stereo miniature phone type, plug-in powered mic), Line input (Stereo miniature phone type)
- *The Internal/External Mic and the Line input can't be used at the same time (Line input priority).

Audio Output: Phones (Stereo miniature phone type)

Nominal Input Level (Variable):
- Mic input: -33 dBu (MIC GAIN is H, Default input level)
- Mic input: -15 dBu (MIC GAIN is L, Default input level)
- Line input: -7 dBu (Default input level)
- * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

Input Impedance:
- Mic input (MIC GAIN is H): 7k ohms
- Mic input (MIC GAIN is L): 5k ohms
- Line input: 8 k ohms

Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (In case 16 ohms load)

Recommended Load Impedance: 16 ohms or greater

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 40 kHz

USB Interface: Mini-B type connector (support USB 2.0/1.1 mass storage device class)

Effects
Reverb: 4 types (Hall 1, Hall 2, Room, Plate)

Speed change:
- 50 - 150 % of playback speed
- * Playback only. Excludes playback in 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz.
- * Reverb and Speed Change can't be used at the same time.

Others
Display: 128 x 64 dot graphic display

Power Supply:
- AC Adaptor
- Alkaline dry battery LR6 (AA) type x 2 or Nickel Hydrogen battery (HR15/51) x 2

Current Draw: 290 mA (maximum)

Duration of continuous use with Alkaline battery operation:
- Playback: over 30 hours
- Recording: over 16 hours
- * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories
- Owner's manual, Quick start guide, SD card, Batteries (two AA), USB cable (mini-B type), Windscreen

Options
- AC Adaptor: PSB6U series, Silicone Rubber Case: OP-R05S, Cover / Windscreen Set: OP-R05C, Carrying Pouch: OP-RP1, Microphone Stand Adaptor: OP-MSA1, Binaural Microphones / Earphones: CS-10EM, Stereo Microphone: CS-15S

Size and Weight
Width:
- 60 mm
- 2-3/8 inches

Depth:
- 103 mm
- 4-1/16 inches

Height:
- 25 mm
- 1 inches

Weight:
- 140 g
- 0 lbs. 5 oz.
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 323-890-3700

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (6 ratings)
Submitted August 15, 2012 by Eric C in Syracuse, NY

"Great Product, Great Battery Life..."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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In general, I've never met a Roland product I didn't like and The Roland R-05 is no exception. Easy to set up, easy to operate and the results so far have been very good.I have recorded live bands/music so far from an acoustic duo to a 7 piece horn band with vocals and even a 5 piece country rock band.The battery life with the 2 included double A batteries seems very good also.I did end up buying a 32GB SD card, just to facilitate more recordings of higher quality, but even with the 2GD SD card included with the unit I had no problems fitting quite a bit of material before having to transfer it to my computer.I got a Great price from zZounds and I'm very happy with my purchase.PS: I think I got the unit in less than 24 hours from when I ordered it. :)

Musical Background:

Professional drummer with many years experience.

Musical Style:

Many styles
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