DR-10X
Compact Recorder w/XLR Microphone Adapter
For the ultimate compact news gathering recording system. A captive XLR connector attaches firmly to your microphone, capturing interviews at 48kHz/24-bit Broadcast WAV resolution.
- Recording media : microSD card (64MB to 2GB), microSDHC card (4GB to 32GB)
- Power : 1 AAA battery(alkaline, rechargeable NiMH or disposable lithium), USB bus power
- Dimensions : 52(W) × 94.4(H) × 28(D) mm
- Weight : 68.3g (including battery), 56.3g (not including batteries)
- Compatible with dynamic mics as well as bettery-powered condenser mics
- 48kHz/24-bit linear PCM mono recording
- Media: microSD/SDHC cards (supports 32GB capacities)
- Dual recording function
- automatic file closing function to prevent the loss of already recorded data
- High/Mid/Low recording level settings
- With a built-in clock function, supports BWF files that can have time information added, which is convenient for editing and searching
- Records at least 10 hours on a single AAA battery by using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
- DR-10X
- USB cable
- Owner’s manual(including warranty)
Record audio without a cable by connecting this unit directly to a dynamic mic with XLR output
This audio recorder is designed for plug-on connection, so it can be connected directly to XLR handheld mics. In addition to dynamic mics, it can also be used with battery-powered condenser mics. In addition to using this recorder with handheld mics in interviews and mics on stands in press conferences, it can also be used for recording seminars, meetings and any other situations using a handheld microphone.
Compact and lightweight
The DR-10X is compact - fitting in the palm of the hand and lightweight at 56.3 grams. In addition, the mic connector has a locking mechanism that ensures a tight fit to the microphone body giving the entire assembly a solid feel.
When recording interviews or reporting that requires high audio quality, a field recorder is normally needed. But for small-scale reporting, you can record high-quality audio with just a microphone and the DR-10X. No need to carry bulky equipment - you can now record with a compact rig that you can hold in one hand.
Multiple functions, including dual-recording for simultaneously creating a safety track at a lower level
Many times, there is only one chance to get the desired audio. This unit has functions to prevent issues related to recording level settings - including a dual recording function that allows you to set the recording level as high as possible while simultaneously recording a backup track at a lower level.
In addition, this unit has an automatic gain control function that adjusts the input level to match the input volume. There is also a limiter function.
Additional Features
Sliding record button and hold function to prevent misoperation during recording
The recording switch uses a sliding mechanism. This prevents misoperation from accidentally pressing a button. In addition, the hold function can prevent recording from being stopped by accidental contact with a button. Since the DR-10X is designed to be used together with a mic as a single unit, it is engineered to prevent misoperation during recording.
Before the battery charge runs out, automatic file closing prevents the loss of already recorded data
You can check the battery level on the easy-to-read organic EL display. Even if the battery should run out unexpectantly, the unit will automatically close the file to prevent the loss of already recorded data before it shuts down.
Playback function allows recordings to be checked and headphones output enables input monitoring
Even though this unit is compact, it can play back recorded files. You can also connect headphones to check recorded data right away and to monitor the input during recording.
Features at a Glance
- XLR plug-on connection
- Compatible with dynamic mics as well as bettery-powered condenser mics
- 48kHz/24-bit linear PCM mono recording
- WAV files (compatible with BWF format)
- Media: microSD/SDHC cards (supports 32GB capacities)
- Sliding record switch and hold function to prevent misoperation during recording
- Dual recording function
- automatic file closing function to prevent the loss of already recorded data
- XLR connector also can use as external input for external input
- High/Mid/Low recording level settings
- Low-cut filter
- Limiter
- Automatic level function
- With a built-in clock function, supports BWF files that can have time information added, which is convenient for editing and searching
- Time track incrementing function can create new files at regular intervals (about every 15 minutes) during recording
- Playback function allows recorded data to be checked immediately
- Headphone output
- Locking mechanism assure a tight connection with the microphone body
- Easy-to-read organic EL display
- micro USB B port enables easy data exchange with computers
- Records at least 10 hours on a single AAA battery by using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
- Unit settings can be created and transferred as a computer text file
- Settings can be transferred between multiple DR-10X units using the infrared transmission function
- Firmware can be updated using a microSD card
- RoHS-compliant product
V2.00
- Support for MP3 recording at both 128kbps and 192kbps
- Level meters are now active during both recording and playback
- Independent level settings are now supported within the dual recording function
- POLY file dual recording is now possible
- Overall performance enhanced
Spec description
Recording media | microSD card(64MB to 2GB), microSDHC card(4GB to 32GB) |
Media discharging | Push-Push type (Guard cover mounted) |
Recording format | |
V1.00 | |
WAV | 44.1k/48kHz, 16/24bit mono/poly WAV (BWF format) |
V2.00 | |
WAV | 44.1k/48k Hz, 16/24 bit mono/poly (BWF format) |
MP3 | 44.1k/48kHz, 24bit mono/poly |
Recording | 128k/192k bps |
Playback | 32k to 320k bps |
Analog audio Inputs | |
Connector | XLR-3-31 |
Input Impedance | 10k ohm or more |
MIC input gain | LOW / MID / HIGH |
PHONES | |
Connector | 3.5mm(1/8") stereo mini jack (DUAL MONO) |
USB | |
Connector | Micro-B type |
Maximum Output | USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class |
Power | 1 AAA batteries (Alkaline or NiMH), USB bus power |
Power consumption | |
Battery operation time | |
Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) | About 10 hours |
Battery (RTC) | Lithium × 1(built in with soldering) |
Dimensions | 52(W) × 94.4(H) × 28(D) mm |
Weight | 68.3g (including batteries) / 56.3g (without batteries) |
Accessories | USB cable, Owner's Manual (including warranty) |
DR-10X Tested media List
Last update:September 30, 2015 |
Maker | Series | Model | Capacity | Result |
SanDisk | SanDisk® microSDHC™ Memory Card (Class4) |
SDSDQ-008G-J35U | 8GB | OK |
SDSDQ-004G-J35U | 4GB | OK | ||
TOSHIBA | EXCERIA™ UHS-I microSDHC™ Memory Card (U3, Class10) |
MUH-B016G | 16GB | OK |
Maker | Series | Model | Capacity | Result |
SanDisk | SanDisk Ultra® PLUS microSDHC™ UHS-I Memory Cards (Class10) |
SDSDQUP-016G-J35A | 16GB | OK |
SDSDQUP-008G-J35A | 8GB | OK | ||
SanDisk Ultra® microSDHC™ UHS-I Memory Cards (Class10) |
SDSDQUL-016G-J35A | 16GB | OK | |
SDSDQUL-008G-J35A | 8GB | OK | ||
Lexar | Lexar® High-Performance microSDHC™ UHS-I Card (633x) (Class10) | LSDMI16GBBJP633R | 16GB | OK |
Lexar® High-Performance microSDHC™ UHS-I Card (300x) (Class10) | LSDMI16GBBJP300A | 16GB | OK | |
Panasonic | Premium microSDHC™ UHS-I Card (Class10) R:45MB/s |
RP-SMGA32GJK | 32GB | OK |
RP-SMGA16GJK | 16GB | OK |
Supported Media / Other
Supported Mediadr-10_tested_media_list.pdf 76.7 KB
Information
Latest version info | |
System firmware | V2.01 |
- When making settings using a text file, the data would not be properly loaded and applied if the DUAL REC (MODE) item was recorded as -6db or -12db in the settings file (DR-10_SysPara.txt). This has been fixed.
Spec
Specifications | 02-03-2015 | 183.3 KB |
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Manuals
Owner's Manual Addendum (English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano, Japanese) | 06-13-2018 | 391.9 KB |
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Owner's Manual (English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano, Japanese) | 02-03-2016 | 4.0 MB |
Documents
Release Note (English) | 07-31-2019 | 5.6 KB |
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Firmware update procedures | 07-04-2017 | 84.1 KB |
Firmware
Firmware V2.01 (English) | 07-31-2019 | 256.5 KB |
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Firmware V2.00 | 06-13-2018 | 640.9 KB |
Supported Media / Other
Supported Media | 12-27-2023 | 76.7 KB |
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