Tascam MD350 MiniDisc RecorderTascam's MD-350 is the ideal machine for live playback applications. It provides all of the features found in the popular MD-301mkII (including convenient front panel pitch control) as well as several additional cueing functions that are very useful for fast, intuitive playback operation. Its Auto Cue function sets the MD350 to start playback at the beginning of the audio in a track, not just the track start ID. This eliminates dead space for instant playback. The Auto Ready function pauses the machine at east track ID. With this feature, you can start a track and forget about the machine. It will play to the end of the track and pause automatically. Other features include XLR and RCA analog I/O, S/PDIF optical I/O, an ASCII keyboard input and an included remote control.
The Tascam MD350 provides affordable MD capabilities with advanced performance functions. The MD-350 is the best value for live venues, houses of worship, or budget conscious broadcasters.
The MD-350 incorporates the latest advancements in MD technology. The latest ATRAC encoding scheme (version 3) is implemented, offering new long play versions with up to 320 minutes of record time on a standard 80 minute MiniDisc. A front panel PS/2 keyboard port allows intuitive control over editing the MiniDisc's TOC (Table Of Contents) and naming tracks.
A complete host of audio I/O makes integrating the MD-350 into any system easy. Balanced and unbalanced analog ports are available, as well as digital optical ports. A front panel optical port can be used to connect portable players digitally without crawling behind the machine rack.
Pitch control function is available on the MD-350, with a clear on/off switch on the front panel. Plus, a few cueing functions have been added, making sound cues easier for live situations:
- Auto Cue positions the machine to the first audio in a MD track, rather than the actual ID location. This eliminates dead space in the beginning of the track, allowing tighter cues for live shows or on-air environments.
- Auto Ready pauses the machine at each track ID. This is ideal for live environments, allowing the engineer to cue in one track and forget about the machine - it automatically sets itself at the next cue. This is ideal since this also prevents the machine from accidentally rolling into the next cue on the MD.
The RC-32 wireless remote is included with the MD-350.
Tascam MD350 Key Features
- Balanced XLR and Unbalanced RCA Analog I/O
- SPDIF Optical I/O
- Front Panel Optical Input
- Front Panel Keyboard Port for Easy Control
- Auto Ready Function (Play One Track & Pause)
- Auto Cue Function (Cue to First Audio in Track)
- Pitch Control
- Headphone Output w/ Level Control
- RC-32 Wireless Remote Included
Additional Features
- 2-U Rack Mountable MD Recorder
- ATRAC v3
- Timer Play Function
- Program and Shuffle Play Modes
- Complete TOC Editing for Changing Track Order
Specifications
- Format: MiniDisc digital audio system
- Recording System: Magnetic field modulation overwrite system
- Recording/Playback Time:
- SP: 80 minutes maximum
- LP2: 160 minutes max.
- LP4: 320 minutes max.
- Mono: 160 minutes max.
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
- Compression System: ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)
- Dynamic Range: More than 94 dB (playback, 1 kHz, A filter)
- Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.013%
- Number of Channels: 2 (stereo), 1 (mono)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz ± 0.5 dB (playback)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: More than 94 dB (playback, A filter)
- Analog Input/Output Connectors:
Input:
- Balanced: XLR, +4 dBu (ref.),
10 kohms
- Unbalanced: RCA, –10 dBV (ref.), 50 kohms
Output:
- Balanced: XLR, +4 dBu (ref.),
150 ohms
- Unbalanced: RCA, –10 dBV (ref.), 600 ohms
- Power Supply: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
(U.S.A./Canada model)
- Headphones Output: Maximum 25 mW + 25 mW, 32 ohms
- Digital Input/Output connectors:
- Input 1, 2: TOS (EIAJ RC-5720), IEC60958 Type II (S/PDIF)
- Output: TOS (EIAJ RC-5720), IEC60958 Type II (S/PDIF)
- Remote Connector: KEYBOARD connector: Mini DIN 6pin
- Power Consumption: 13 W
- Dimensions (W x H x D, approx): 19 x 3.7 x 12.33" (482.6 x 94 x 313 mm)
- Weight (approx.): 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg)
- Accessories (included):
- Remote control unit (RC-32) x 1
- Battery (SUM-3, "AA", "R6" type) x 2
- Lettering guide x 1
- Rack mounting screw kit x 1
Improvements may result in specifications or feature changes without notice.
