DA-3000
High Definition Audio Master Recorder
The DA-3000 is a professional recording device that is a must-have for recording engineers, given that this device alone can meet both the needs of leaving a master sound file at a high quality and the needs of monitoring audio in any studio at a high quality.
By installing it into a DAW production environment, not only will the daily monitoring environment become stable and improved, high-resolution master recording at high sampling becomes possible.
This model has been discontinued.
Stereo recording at high sampling frequencies up to 192kHz PCM and 5.6MHz DSD
In addition to recording at 192kHz PCM, the DA-3000 can handle DSD2.8/5.6MHz recording, allowing users to record their audio by selecting a recording method that matches the characteristics of their music.
The readily available and easily transferable SDHC card and CF card were selected as the memory media in order to achieve high operational efficiency.
Simultaneous operation of multiple units is possible, achieving synchronized operation of both recording and playback at a sample-level precision.
A DSD multi-track recording environment can also be established.
Various input terminals have been installed in light of connection with professional acoustic equipment.
Analogue input and outputs include RCA/XLR, with PCM digital input and output including RCA COAXIAL and XLR AES/EBU. Of course, DSD digital connection is also available, and as such, a BNC SDIF-3 input/out terminal has been installed.
Dual mono circuits eliminate interference between left and right channels
Another feature of the DA-3000 that makes it more than merely a master recorder, is its high-quality audio circuit that can also be used as an AD/DA converter.
In order to assure high-quality audio output, the EI core transformer with separate coils for digital and analog circuits was applied to the power supply unit.
In addition, a dual mono circuit that is equipped with two high quality mono circuits was used for the output audio circuit.
These features reduce noise for both the input and output terminals, maintaining balance throughout the entire audio circuits.
The importance of clocks in digital audio needs no explanation, and as such, careful measures were taken for clock accuracy.
A TCXO that boasts 1-ppm precision was installed, resulting in digital audio processing based on a high-precision clock that matches a standalone clock generator device.
Professional master recorder/ADDA converter that meets today’s needs
Since its foundation in 1953, TEAC Corporation has been selling numerous stereo recorders.
Starting with open reel, TEAC kept handling various media, including cassette, CD, DAT, and MD, with 2001 seeing the release of the DS-D98 that supported DSD recording.
The DA-3000 can be characterized as its spiritual successor, as it is a professional-level stereo master recorder/ADDA converter that is perfect for contemporary recording settings.
Additional Features of Version Update
- Compatible with the SDXC Card (64GB -256GB)
Recording time Recording Format 64GB 128GB 256GB PCM 48kHz/24bit 58h40m 117h20m 234h40m PCM 192kHz/24bit 13h52m 27h44m 55h28m DSD 5.6MHz 11h44m 23h28m 46h56m - ERASE FORMAT Function for SD cards is now supported
Using the ERASE FORMAT option to format an SD card to ensure the writing performance - Updating from SD cards and USB flash drives is now supported
- A new function has been added that allows the search speed to be increased from 10x to 100x.
- The peak hold indicator can now be set to display for a time of 1 to 10 seconds (in second increments).
- When the current media has only 10 minutes of remaining recording time, the INFO indicator now lights red as a warning.
- A PLAY MODE setting (CONTINUE/SINGLE) has been added to the PLAY FUNC page of the menu screen.
- With the addition of the PLAY MODE setting, the repeat playback function (ON/OFF) has been changed.
- Mark information now appears in a pop-up whenever a mark is moved to or passed when searching.
High-Performance PCM/DSD Master Recorder
Stereo Recording at High Sampling Frequencies Up to 192kHz PCM and 5.6MHz DSD
Variety of Inputs and Outputs to Handle Diverse Recording Situations
Upgraded User Interface
Simultaneous Multitrack Recording and Playback with Multiple Cascaded Units
High-Quality Audio Circuits Enable Use of the DA-3000 as an ADDA Converter
Dual Mono Circuits Eliminate Interference Between Left and Right Channels
Low Noise with Fully-Balanced Circuitry and High-Quality AD Converters
Numerous High-Quality Parts Selected After Month of Evaluation Tests
Power Supply Section and High-Precision TCXO Support High-Audio Quality
Fanless Design Eliminates Unwanted Noise
Diagram
Features at a Glance
- Stereo recording to SDHC card or CF card
- PCM recording format: BWF (44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz, 16/24bit)
- DSD recording format: DSDIFF/DSF (2.8/5.6MHz)
- SD card slot (supports 4 to 32GB SDHC cards)
- CF card slot (supports UDMA)
- WAV file playback
- Cascade function enables simultaneous operation of multiple units
- Recording 2 mono files from stereo input possible
- Mark functions can be used set up to 99 points per file (mark information can be used in software that supports BWF format)
- When recording, designation of the recording file folder possible
- Synchronized recording using level, stop time and recording start delay time setting
- Input level can be adjusted in 0.5dB step
- Using automatic track incrementing function, new files can be created automatically while continuing to record when a condition (level, file size, digital input) set in advance occurs
- Manual track incrementing function can be used whenever you like to create a new track while continuing to record
- Automatic mark functions can be used to easily check problems (levels, word clock unlocking) detected during recording
- File name format can be set to either a user-defined word or the date and time
- Repeat playback function (all files or single file)
- Folder playback function can be used to play all files in a folder
- Playlist function allows files to be programmed in advance for playback
- Divide and delete functions can be used to manage files that are already recorded
- UNDO function can be used to cancel the previous operation
- USB host port supports copying between USB flash drives and CF/SDHC cards
- File names can be changed
- Direct location possible when a USB keyboard is connected
- Word clock master can be set to Internal, Word input or Digital inputs
- Analog input and output reference levels can be set to -9/-14/-16/-18/-20dBFS
- Digital input has a sampling rate converter (supports 32 to 216kHz)
- Audio files prepared on a computer can be played back (if in a format supported for playback by this unit)
- Oscillator function (440Hz, 1kHz, 10kHz)
- Input monitoring function allows input signals to be output without recording
- Updating is possible
- EI core transformer used in power supply section
- Dual mono circuits eliminate interference between left and right channels
- Fully-balanced circuits realize low noise
- 128x64 OEL display with a wide viewing angle
- 24-dot stereo LED level meters with adjustable brightness make checking levels easy
- TCXO with 1ppm precision
- Backup memory stores settings even when the power is off
- Fanless design eliminates unwanted noise
- Aluminum front panel harmonizes with other studio equipments design
- Operation possible using included RC-10 wireless remote control
- Standard 1/4" headphones jack provides 45mW/ch output
- USB port for USB keyboard (supports USB 1.1)
- USB port for USB flash drive (supports USB 2.0)
- XLR digital input/output (supports AES3-2003 and IEC60958-4:AES/EBU formats)
- RCA Coaxial digital input/output (supports IEC60958-3:S/P DIF format)
- BNC digital input/output for DSD (supports SDIF-3 and DSD-raw formats)
- RCA analog unbalanced input/output
- XLR analog balanced input/output
- EIA 1U rackmount size
- RoHS compliant
* Don't use a wireless remote controller when you use multiple units except using the cascade function.
* Please take 1U or more of blank space above the DA-3000
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Learn MoreSpec description
Supported media |
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SD | Supports 4GB to 256GB SDXC cards (Media ejection method: push-push) |
CF | Supports 1GB to 64GB Type I CF cards |
USB (Playback and copying only) | Supports 2GB to 64GB USB flash drives |
Recording and playback formats | |
PCM | BWF(rec/play) / WAV(playback only), 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz, 16/24bit |
DSD | DSDIFF / DSF, 2.8224/5.6448MHz |
Number of channels | 2 mono(or 1 stereo) |
ANALOG INPUTS | |
UNBALANCED | |
Connector | RCA pin jacks |
Standard input level | -10dBV |
Maximum input level | +6dBV |
Minimum input level | -22dBV |
Input impedance | 22k ohms or greater |
BALANCED | |
Connector | XLR-3-31(1:GND,2:HOT,3:COLD) |
Standard input level | +4dBu +6dBu(only when maximum input level is +15dBu) |
Maximum input level | +15dBu,+18dBu,+20dBu,+22dBu,+24dBu(switchable in menu) |
Minimum input level | -8dBu -6dBu(only when maximum input level is +15dBu) |
Input impedance | 10k ohms or greater |
ANALOG OUTPUTS | |
UNBALANCED | |
Connector | RCA pin jacks |
Standard output level | -10dBV |
Maximum output level | +6dBV |
Output impedance | 200 ohms or less |
BALANCED | |
Connector | XLR-3-31(1:GND,2:HOT,3:COLD) |
Standard output level | +4dBu +6dBu(only when maximum input level is +15dBu) |
Maximum output level | +15dBu,+18dBu,+20dBu,+22dBu,+24dBu(switchable in menu) |
Output impedance | 100 ohms or less |
DIGITAL INPUT | |
S/PDIF,CASCADE | UNBALANCED |
Connector | RCA pin jacks |
Format | IEC60958-3(S/PDIF) |
Input impedance | 75 ohms |
Input frequency | |
when SRC OFF | 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz |
when SRC ON | 32 - 216kHz |
Allowable frequency deviation | +/-100ppm(when SRC OFF) |
AES/EBU | BALANCED |
Connector | XLR-3-31(1:GND,2:HOT,3:COLD) |
Format | AES3-2003/IEC60958-4(AES/EBU) |
Input impedance | 110 ohms |
Input frequency | |
when SRC OFF | 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz |
when SRC ON | 32 - 216kHz |
Allowable frequency deviation | +/-100ppm(when SRC OFF) |
SDIF-3 | UNBALANCED |
Connector | BNC Connector x 2(L/R) |
Format | SONY SDIF-3/DSD-raw |
Input impedance | 75 ohms +/-20% |
Clock synchronization frequency | 44.1kHz |
DIGITAL OUT | |
S/PDIF,CASCADE | UNBALANCED |
Connector | RCA pin jacks |
Format | IEC60958-3(S/PDIF) |
Output impedance | 75 ohms |
AES/EBU | BALANCED |
Connector | XLR-3-31(1:GND,2:HOT,3:COLD) |
Format | AES3-2003/IEC60958-4(AES/EBU) |
Output impedance | 110 ohms |
SDIF-3 | UNBALANCED |
Connector | BNC Connector x 2(L/R) |
Format | SONY SDIF-3/DSD-raw |
Output impedance | 10 ohms +/-20% |
Clock synchronization frequency | 44.1kHz |
WORD SYNC IN | |
Connector | BNC Connector |
Input level | 5V TTL equivalent |
Input impedance | 75 ohms +/-10% |
Input frequency | 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz |
Allowable frequency deviation | +/-100ppm |
WORD SYNC THRU/OUT | |
Connector | BNC Connector |
Output level | 5V TTL equivalent |
Output impedance | 75 ohms +/-10% |
Output frequency | 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz |
Frequency stability | +/-1ppm or less(Ta=25˚C) |
USB | |
DEVICE | |
Connector | 4-pin USB A-type |
Protocol | USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED(480Mbps) |
Power rating | DC 5.0V 0.5A |
KEYBOARD | |
Connector | 4-pin USB A-type |
Protocol | USB 1.1 FULL SPEED(12Mbps) |
Power rating | DC 5.0V 0.2A |
Control input and output | |
Infrared receiver | TASCAM RC-10 wireless remote controller |
PHONES | |
Connector | Standard 6.3mm (1/4') stereo jack |
Maximum output | 45mW + 45mW (into 32 ohms load, 0.1% distortion) |
Power | AC120V, 60Hz(US/Canada Version) AC220-240V, 50-60Hz(UK/EUR/Australia Version) |
Power consumption | 24W |
Dimensions | 483(W)×45(H)×305(D)mm |
weight | 4.2kg |
Operating temperature range | 0 - +40˚C |
Standard accessories | 3P power cord, Wireless remote controller (TASCAM RC-10), coin battery for testing remote control (preinstalled), screw kit for rack-mounting, warranty card, Owner's manual |
Audio performance | |
Recording | |
Frequency response | |
PCM | 20 - 20kHz +0.1dB/-0.5dB (Fs=44.1k/48kHz,JEITA) 20 - 40kHz +0.1dB/-1dB (Fs=88.2k/96kHz,JEITA) 20 - 80kHz +0.1dB/-6dB (Fs=176.4k/192kHz,JEITA) |
DSD | 20 - 50kHz +0.1dB/-3dB (DSD,JEITA) 20 - 100kHz +0.1dB/-12dB (DSD,JEITA) |
Distortion (THD+N, 1kHz) |
0.003% or less (Ref:-16dB/BALANCED,JEITA) 0.005% or less (UNBALANCED,JEITA) |
S/N ratio | |
PCM(24bit mode) | 113dB or higher (Ref:-20dB/BALANCED,JEITA) 111dB or higher (UNBALANCED,JEITA) |
DSD | 106dB or higher (Ref:-20dB/BALANCED,AES-17 20k LPF) 104dB or higher (UNBALANCED,AES-17 20k LPF) |
Crosstalk(1kHz) | 108dB or higher (JEITA) |
Playback | |
Frequency response | |
PCM | 20 - 20kHz +/-0.1dB (Fs=44.1k/48kHz,JEITA) 20 - 40kHz +0.1dB/-0.3dB (Fs=88.2k/96kHz,JEITA) 20 - 80kHz +0.1dB/-3dB (Fs=176.4k/192kHz,JEITA) |
DSD | 20 - 50kHz +0.1dB/-3dB (DSD,JEITA) 20 - 100kHz +0.1dB/-12dB (DSD,JEITA) |
Distortion (THD+N, 1kHz) |
0.003% or less (Ref:-16dB/BALANCED,JEITA) 0.001% or less (UNBALANCED,JEITA) |
S/N ratio | |
PCM | 118dB or higher (Ref:-20dB/BALANCED,JEITA) 116dB or higher (UNBALANCED,JEITA) |
DSD | 116dB or higher (Ref:-20dB/BALANCED,AES-17 20k LPF) 114dB or higher (UNBALANCED,AES-17 20k LPF) |
Information
Latest version info | |
Firmware | V2.05 |
- If recording was started when SYNC REC was ON and the AUTO TRACK mode selection was not OFF, depending on the input source, sometimes recording could not be resumed, tracks that should have been recorded disappeared, and errors occurred and recording stopped. This has been fixed.
Spec
Product Spec Sheet | 12-10-2013 | 211.8 KB |
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CAD outline (PDF) | 09-02-2013 | 192.3 KB |
DA-3000 CAD outline DXF/PDF | 09-02-2013 | 766.6 KB |
Manuals
Owner's Manual (English) | 05-21-2019 | 2.2 MB |
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Documents
Release Notes (English) | 03-11-2021 | 79.6 KB |
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Firmware
Firmware V2.05 | 03-11-2021 | 1.4 MB |
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Firmware V2.04 | 08-04-2020 | 1.4 MB |
Software
TASCAM Hi-Res Editor V1.02 for Mac | 03-16-2017 | 17.7 MB |
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TASCAM Hi-Res Editor V1.03 for Windows | 04-06-2016 | 31.9 MB |
Supported Media / Other
USB Supported Media | 06-11-2024 | 99.0 KB |
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SD Supported Media | 06-04-2024 | 124.0 KB |
CF Supported Media | 05-19-2020 | 108.1 KB |
FAQs
- Press MENU three times
- Select ADDA Direct with the Multi Jog knob
- Press the Multi Jog knob to select and turn that on
There are a few possible causes for this. First make sure that the DA-3000 is in the correct sample rate as the digital input is receiving in the "Rec File" menu. However that is the sample rate that new audio will be recorded with – the unit may currently be in a different sample rate.
For example: Play a 48k file from the card, set the new sample rate to 88.2k in the menu, then change the clock source to Digital In or Word Clock. The unit is still in 48k mode, so you will see the clocking error message. If you press the home button then press record, the unit should switch to the new sample rate.
If that doesn't work, check the audio on the transmission side. For example, an older A/D converter may be set for "bit splitting mode" over two outputs, instead of "double speed" mode that the DA-3000 expects.
The first version of the DA-3000 can only be updated using a Compact Flash card. Please put the latest firmware on a CF card and update from that. After version 1.01, an SD card can be used.
No, this feature isn't supported. You can't connect several DA-3000s and use them like a multitrack tape deck. You can start recording or playback on all of them at the same time. This gives you files that all start at the same time.
A USB hard drive is not supported, but may work if:
- It has a seperate power supply (not buss powered)
- It is formatted FAT32
USB can be used for playback only, you can't record to a USB device. You can record on one fo the card slots and then transfer that to the USB flash drive.
The DA-3000 can reformat a USB drive for better playback performance. You can use a USB flash drive as-is, but at higher sampling rates the media may not be able to play back fast enough and playback may stop.