Reference-Grade Recording for the Modern Studio
The TASCAM DA-3000SD is the definitive solution for high-resolution mastering, mixdown, and archiving. Building on a legacy of industry-standard master recorders, this reference-grade unit combines a state-of-the-art stereo recorder with premium AD/DA converters to deliver musically pristine audio up to 192kHz PCM and 5.6MHz DSD. For discerning engineers and audiophiles, the DA-3000SD is the ultimate tool for capturing and preserving audio in its purest form.
Key Features & Capabilities
Pristine Audio Quality
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High-Resolution Recording: Capture audio in stunning detail with support for PCM formats up to 24-bit/192kHz and DSD formats at 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz.
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Premium BurrBrown Converters: Utilizes dual mono circuitry with a dedicated top-of-the-line BurrBrown PCM1795 converter for each channel, ensuring exceptional stereo imaging and clarity.
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High-Precision TCXO Clock: A temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) with 1ppm accuracy provides an incredibly stable clock signal for ultra-low jitter and precise conversion.
Unmatched Versatility
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Standalone AD/DA Converter: In AD/DA Direct mode, the unit functions as a phase-coherent, standalone converter, allowing you to leverage its superior conversion quality with other studio equipment.
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Comprehensive I/O: A rich selection of inputs and outputs includes balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, S/PDIF coaxial, and AES/EBU digital connections, plus DSD-raw and SDIF-3 I/O.
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Flexible Clocking: Full Word Clock IN, OUT, and THRU terminals allow for seamless integration into any professional studio clocking scheme.
Professional Workflow & Reliability
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Solid-State Recording: Record directly to reliable SDHC/SDXC or CompactFlash cards for secure, maintenance-free operation.
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Clear Visual Metering: A high-visibility OLED display and bright 24-dot LED level meters provide clear and accurate feedback on levels and system status.
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Cascade Function: Link two units to record two independent mono files from the same source simultaneously.
Ideal Applications
Mastering Studios
Create final, high-resolution masters for vinyl, CD, and high-fidelity digital distribution with uncompromising audio quality.
Recording Studios
Use as a primary 2-track mixdown recorder to capture the final output of an analog console, or as a high-end AD/DA converter for your main signal chain.
Audiophile Archiving
Digitize your vinyl record or analog tape collections with reference-grade precision, preserving them in the highest possible fidelity.
Broadcast & Post-Production
Master and archive broadcast audio for television, film, and radio applications where pristine sound is paramount.
Product Specifications
Recording
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Supported Media: SD/SDHC/SDXC (up to 512GB), CompactFlash (CF), USB Flash Drive
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PCM Formats: BWF, WAV (44.1k – 192kHz, 16/24-bit)
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DSD Formats: DSDIFF, DSF (2.8MHz, 5.6MHz)
Analog I/O
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Balanced Inputs/Outputs: XLR
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Unbalanced Inputs/Outputs: RCA
Digital I/O
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PCM Inputs/Outputs: AES/EBU (XLR), S/PDIF (Coaxial)
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DSD Inputs/Outputs: SDIF-3 (BNC), DSD-raw (BNC)
General
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Word Sync: IN, OUT, THRU (BNC)
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USB: USB-A for keyboard or USB drive, USB-B for computer connection
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Remote Control: Dedicated input for wired RC-10 remote
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Rack Size: 1U, 19-inch rack-mountable
