DR-100MKIII
Linear PCM Recorder
TASCAM’s top-of-the-line Handheld Digital Recorder, the DR-100mkIII boasts a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 100dB, delivering the best audio performance in the history of TASCAM portable stereo recorders. Designed to meet the needs of the most demanding audio designers and engineers, this new model combines robust reliability, an updated user interface and studio quality sonic performance to deliver a truly breathtaking audio experience.
This model has been discontinued in North, Central and South America.
Please check the availability with your local distributors in other areas.
Spec Description
| Recording Media | SD card (64MB to 2GB), SDHC card (4GB to 32GB), SDXC card (48GB to 128GB) |
| File format | WAV (BWF), MP3 |
| WAV | 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz, 16/24 bit |
| MP3 | 44.1k/48k Hz, 128k/192k/256k/320kbps |
| Number of channels | 2 channels (stereo) |
| Playback Speed Control (VSA) | -50% to +200% (1% step) |
| Analog audio inputs | |
| MIC/LINE IN | |
| Connector | XLR-3-31 (1 : GND, 2 : HOT, 3 : COLD), 6.3mm (1/4") TRS standard jack XLR : Phantom power compatible |
| MIC IN | |
| Input Impendance | |
| XLR | 2kΩ or more |
| TRS | 20kΩ or more |
| Minimum Input Level | -70.5dBu (PAD Off) |
| Maximum Input Level | -14dBu (PAD On) |
| LINE IN | |
| Input Impendance | 20kΩ or more |
| Nominal Input Level | +4dBu |
| Maximum Input Level | +24dBu |
| EXT IN | |
| Connector | 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo mini jack (this connector can be supplied plug-in power) |
| EXT MIC | |
| Input Impendance | 50kΩ or more |
| Minimum Input Level | -46.8dBu (PAD Off) |
| Maximum Input Level | -2.8dBu (PAD On) |
| EXT LINE | |
| Input Impendance | 2kΩ or more |
| Nominal Input Level | +6dBV |
| Maximum Input Level | -10dBV |
| Analog audio outputs | |
| LINE OUT | |
| Connector | 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo mini jack |
| Output Impedance | 200Ω |
| EXT LINE | |
| Nominal Output Level | -14dBV |
| Maximum Output Level | +6dBV |
| OTHER | |
| Nominal Output Level | -10dBV |
| Maximum Output Level | +6dBV |
| PHONES | |
| Connector | 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo mini jack |
| Maximum Output | 40mW+40mW (32Ω loaded) |
| Built-in Speaker | 0.4W (mono) |
| Digital Input | |
| DIGITAL IN | |
| Connector | 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo mini jack |
| Format | AES3-2003/IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU), IEC60958-3 (S/PDIF) |
| CONTROL | |
| USB | |
| Connector | Micro-B type |
| Format | USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class |
| REMOTE | |
| Connector | 2.5mmTRS jack |
| Model | RC-10, RC-3F |
| Tripod attachment screw-hole | 1/4" Tripod attachment screw-hole |
| Power Supply | Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery (3,950mAh) 2 AA batteries (alkaline, rechargeable NiMH or disposable lithium) USB bus power AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520E, sold separately) External battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA, sold separately) |
| Power consumption | 7.5W (maximum) |
| Battery operation time | STEREO WAV (BWF), 44.1kHz, 16 bit |
| Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery |
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| Alkaline battery (EVOLTA) |
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| NiMH battery (eneloop) |
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| Lithium battery (Energizer ULTIMATE LITHIUM) |
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| Dimensions | 80 (W) × 155.7 (H) × 35 (D)mm |
| Weight | 425g (including batteries) / 375g (without batteries) |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 40℃ |
| Accessories | Digital input conversion cable, Owner's manual(including warranty) |
Audio performance
| Frequency response | |
| Fs=44.1k/48k Hz | 20Hz-20kHz +0.5dB/-1dB |
| Fs=88.2k/96k Hz | 20Hz-40kHz +0.5dB/-2dB |
| Fs=176.4k/192k Hz | 20Hz-80kHz +0.5dB/-4dB |
| Distortion | 0.007% or less(Fs=44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz, JEITA) |
| S/N ratio | 102dB or more (Fs=44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k, JEITA) |
| Equivalent input noise | 124dBu or less |
List of function and performance improvements as compared to the TASCAM DR-100MKII
| DR-100MKIII | DR-100MKII | |
| Maximum Sampling rate | 192kHz | 96kHz |
| Supported Media | SDXC ( - 128GB) | SDHC ( - 32GB) |
| AD/DA for External Input | AKM AK4558 | AKM AK4556 |
| Audio Clock Accuracy | TCXO/1ppm | 30ppm |
| Display size | 128x128 | 128x64 |
| Operating Language | ENG/FRA/ES/DEU/ITA/JPN | ENG |
| Headphone Amplifier | 40mW+40mW | 25mW+25mW |
| Low Cut Filter | 40/80/120/220Hz | 40/80/120Hz |
| Peak Reduction | Supported | N/A |
| Power-on Rec function | Supported | N/A |
| Dual Rec function | Supported | N/A |
| Dual Format function | Supported | N/A |
| Floating Structure for unidirectional mics | Yes | N/A |
| XRI function | Supported | N/A |
| Slate Tone Generator | Supported | N/A |
| External Input Connector | Amphenol XLR/TRS combo | XLR |
Information
| Latest version info | |
| Firmware | V1.09 |
- Even if set to prioritize use of AA batteries, depending on the state of the batteries, the built-in battery would be used first. This has been fixed.
Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (such as eneloop) that have been discharged and recharged numerous times or that have been stored in poor conditions tend to have their voltages decrease even in short amounts of time.
When using rechargeable batteries like this in the unit, even if the battery use priority is set to "AA batteries," operation could switch quickly from them to the built-in battery.
For this reason, we recommend that you replace such batteries with new nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (such as eneloop).
Documents
Manuals
| Reference Manual (English) | 09-05-2017 |
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| Owner's Manual | 09-06-2016 |
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Spec
| XRI Specification Document | 12-21-2017 |
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Firmware / Software
Instructions
| Release Notes | 04-28-2020 |
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| Firmware update procedures | 09-12-2016 |
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Firmware
| Firmware V1.09 | 04-28-2020 |
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| Firmware V1.08 | 07-22-2019 |
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Compatibility
| SD Supported Media | 05-16-2025 |
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FAQs
Make sure there is a formatted SD/microSD card in the unit and that you have a Standard USB 2.0 Type-A to micro-B DATA cable (not simply a charging cable) connected between the TASCAM unit and your computer. Occasionally a user will forget that a formatted microSD card must be in the unit. However, 1 times out of 10 when the card is not the issue, having the wrong cable type ends up being the culprit. This is because there is no easy way to differentiate between the two types. You must specify this to the vendor you are purchasing the cable from.