Tascam MD-301 MiniDisc Recorder/Reproducer
January 29, 1998
TASCAM, the largest manufacturer of recording equipment and related peripherals, will display its all new MD-301 MiniDisc Recorder / Reproducer at NAMM. Designed for use in radio broadcast applications, live theater, concert halls, project studios and any other installation where easy-to-use random access capability is required, the MD-301 is an excellent choice. The unit features RCA unbalanced analog I/0, an on-board sample rate converter, and S/PDIF TOS digital inputs and outputs in addition to an RCA coaxial S/PDIF input. The MD-301 offers extensive editing functions, an included RC-3 remote controller plus Repeat Play, Shuffle Play and Program Play modes - providing a tremendously capable recording and editing tool for the audio professional.
With its RCA unbalanced analog inputs and outputs, the MD-301 will be right at home in most any audio environment. For digital input capability, the unit offers both RCA coaxial S/PDIF and optical TOS connectors. Fordigital output, the S/PDIF format is supported with an optical TOS port.
The MD-301's sample rate converter automatically takes 48kHz or 32kHz data received at its Digital In ports and converts that data to the 44.1 kHz MD sample rate standard. This capability simplifies the process of transferring DAT tapes to the MiniDisc format even though they were originally recorded at other sampling rates.
The MD-301 provides extensive editing and playback functions. You can edit your program material using the MD-301's Divide, Erase, Combine, Track and Disc Title functions - making your work easier and faster than ever. The MD301's Program Play feature lets you program the playback order of your tracks while the Repeat Play function provides the ability to place your program material into an extended loop. If you prefer a random selection of tracks to play, the MD-301's Shuffle Play function is just for you. For added control flexibility, the MD-301 provides a Timer Record / Play function for unattended operation.
With the included RC-3 wireless remote control, you'll have access to the MD301's many features from the convenience of any location in your studio. The new MD-301 packs all these features and functionality into a space-efficient 2U rackmountable chassis. With a suggested retail price of only $899, this great sounding MiniDisc system is the digital recorder you won't want to be without. For additional information, call TASCAM FAXBACK at (800) 827-2268 and request document #3320 or contact: TASCAM 7733 Telegraph Road Montebello, CA 90640 (213)726-0303. Visit their site at www.tascam.com. | 
