Tascam FR-AV4 4-Channel Field Recorder with Mixer
- Four combo inputs, 32-bit float, six tracks
- Built-in timecode generator and HDMI sync
- 6-in/2-out USB-C audio interface
$899.00 USD
Tascam FR-AV4 4-Channel Field Recorder with Mixer
For 4-channel field work with cameras, the Tascam FR-AV4 records four inputs and a stereo mix in 32-bit float and locks them to video with a built-in timecode generator and HDMI sync.
Each of the four XLR/TRS combo inputs has a Tascam Ultra HDDA preamp with an equivalent input noise (EIN) of -127 dBu, and dual AD converters give 133 dB of dynamic range. The FR-AV4’s built-in 4-in/2-out mixer feeds a stereo mix that records beside the four inputs as six tracks. Recordings go to an SD card of up to 512 GB as 24-bit or 32-bit float WAV at 48, 96, or 192 kHz. Onboard EQ, a low-cut filter, a limiter, and a noise gate shape each input. With firmware 1.10 or later, Auto Mix with gain sharing lowers the mics not in use.
The timecode generator runs from 23.98 to 30 fps and syncs over HDMI, through the 3.5 mm timecode jacks, or wirelessly with Atomos devices through the optional AK-BT2 Bluetooth adapter. Over HDMI, the FR-AV4 locks to a camera’s clock and starts and stops recording with the camera. It also passes 4K/60 or 8K/30 video through to a monitor recorder with the audio embedded. A second FR-AV4 links to it for eight inputs.
The FR-AV4 also works as a 6-in/2-out USB-C audio interface. A 1.9 in color touchscreen and a jog wheel run the recorder. With the AK-BT2, the free Tascam Recorder Connect app controls it from a phone or tablet, and headphones or speakers can monitor wirelessly. Auto File Save writes the recording every 20 seconds against power loss. The FR-AV4 has an aluminum chassis and runs on four AA batteries in the included BH-4AA holder, USB bus power, or the optional PS-P520U AC adapter. Its HDMI and USB ports take locking cables.
Features
- Four XLR/TRS combo inputs with Ultra HDDA preamps
- 32-bit float with dual AD converters
- Six tracks: four inputs and a stereo mix
- Built-in timecode generator
- HDMI sync, record trigger, and 4K/8K pass-through
- 6-in/2-out USB-C audio interface
- EQ, low-cut filter, limiter, noise gate, and Auto Mix
- 1.9 in color touchscreen and jog wheel
- Bluetooth app control and monitoring with the optional AK-BT2
What's Included
- FR-AV4 recorder
- BH-4AA battery holder, installed
- Safety guide with warranty
- Tascam ID registration guide
Specifications
| Recorder | |
|---|---|
| Recording Media | SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards, up to 512 GB |
| Recording Formats | WAV (BWF), 24-bit or 32-bit float, 48, 96, or 192 kHz; MP3, 128 to 320 kbps, 48 kHz |
| Metadata | BEXT, iXML |
| Input Channels | 4 |
| Recordable Tracks | 6 (4 inputs and a 2-channel master mix) |
| Timecode Modes | Off, Free Run (Custom, Time of Day), File TC Offset |
| Sync Sources | Internal, TC In, HDMI, Atomos (AK-BT2 required); Jam Sync |
| Frame Rates | 23.98, 24, 25 (50), 29.97 (59.94), 29.97DF (59.94DF), 30 (60) fps |
| Inputs | |
| Mic/Line Inputs 1–4 | XLR/TRS combo jacks, balanced |
| Mic Input Level | −76 dBu min, +4 dBu max |
| Line Input Level | +4 dBu nominal, +24 dBu max |
| Phantom Power | +24 V or +48 V (XLR, MIC selected) |
| Camera/EXT/TC In | 3.5 mm stereo mini jack, plug-in power +2.5 V or +5.0 V |
| Outputs and Connections | |
| Camera/LINE/TC Out | 3.5 mm stereo mini jack |
| Timecode In/Out | 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks, SMPTE ST 12-1 LTC |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm stereo mini jack, 50 mW + 50 mW into 32 Ω |
| HDMI In/Out | Type-A, version 2.1, 4K/60 Hz and 8K/30 Hz |
| USB | USB-C, USB 2.0 High Speed, mass storage and USB Audio Class 2.0 |
| USB Audio | 6 in, 2 out, 48 or 96 kHz, 24-bit or 32-bit float |
| Bluetooth | With the optional AK-BT2 adapter |
| Performance | |
| Mic Amp EIN | −127 dB or lower |
| Dynamic Range | 133 dB or higher |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz at 48 kHz, +0/−0.5 dB |
| THD+N | 0.01% or less |
| Power and Physical | |
| Power | 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium), USB bus power, or the PS-P520U AC adapter (sold separately) |
| Power Consumption | 5.4 W max |
| Battery Life | About 9 hours, alkaline, 2-channel 24-bit WAV, no phantom power; about 2 hours 30 minutes, alkaline, 6-channel 32-bit float, phantom power, no HDMI |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 184 × 42 × 130 mm (7.25 × 1.66 × 5.12 in) |
| Weight | 756 g (1.67 lb) with batteries, 660 g (1.46 lb) without |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) |
