The groundbreaking DR‎-22WL from TASCAM is the first portable recorder to include Wi‎-Fi for transport control‎,‎ file transfer‎,‎ and audio streaming to your smartphone or PC‎.‎ Other innovations like the new Scene Dial make it easier than ever to capture great‎-sounding recordings and share them online‎.‎ A set of stereo condenser microphones is arranged in true XY pattern for ideal stereo imaging‎.‎ The eight‎-position Scene Dial selects recording settings for typical situations‎,‎ or can be set to full manual for greater control‎.‎Included in the DR‎-22WL is a Wi‎-Fi function for controlling its transport and transferring files to a smartphone or computer‎.‎ A free app for iOS and Android controls the transport and transfers files for instant upload‎.‎ For a recording beginner or experienced user looking for a great‎-sounding‎,‎ portable recorder with Wi‎-Fi‎,‎ the DR‎-22WL is the only choice‎.‎Cardioid condenser capsules are mounted in acoustically‎-tuned housings‎.‎ As with all TASCAM recorders‎,‎ the mic capsules were selected after extensive listening tests‎.‎ The true X‎-Y pattern captures the stereo field in phase‎-alignment‎,‎ for perfect imaging during playback‎.‎

The design of the DR‎-22WL allows it to record loud sound sources‎,‎ including rehearsals and concerts‎,‎ without distortion‎.‎ Up to 120 dB SPL means that a volume level over 10 times higher than the 105dB SPL maximum sound pressure of a movie theater can be captured without clipping‎.‎ The high level capability also makes the DR‎-22WL ideal for sound effects gathering‎.‎ 

A programmable gain amplifier ‎(‎PGA‎)‎ is used to adjust the level of the audio inputs‎.‎ In many devices‎,‎ the audio codec level is adjusted to control levels‎.‎ In the DR‎-22WL‎,‎ the mic gain circuit is independent from the A/D converter for low noise performance as well as programmable gain ‎(‎manual‎,‎ automatic‎,‎ or controlled over Wi‎-Fi‎.‎‎)‎ 

A CIRRUS LOGIC CS42L52 is used in the DR‎-22WL‎,‎ a premium‎-quality audio codec‎.‎ The A/D ‎- D/A chip features both great audio performance and low power use for longer battery life‎.‎ The built‎-in mics and the external inputs both pass through this low‎-noise audio input circuit‎.‎

The DR‎-22WL is equipped with an 8‎-position Scene Dial‎,‎ a simple system to optimize the recorder for common recording scenarios‎.‎ Similar to a digital camera‎,‎ the rotating dial has presets for recording instruments‎,‎ voiceover‎,‎ and other common subjects‎.‎ An EZ mode sets levels automatically‎,‎ and the manual mode allows you to dial in your own settings‎.‎ Together with the large LCD display‎,‎ the DR‎-22WL couldn‎'‎t be simpler to use‎.‎ 

Similar to the mode dial on a camera‎,‎ the scene dial makes it easy to preset the recorder to fit your subject‎.‎ A full manual mode is also available for uses who want to set the recorder up themselves‎.‎ 

The 128×128 LCD‎,‎ larger than previous TASCAM recorders‎,‎ shows meters‎,‎ settings and other information‎.‎ Icons at the bottom visually display how the four function keys can be used‎.‎ This interface reduces the need to dig through menus to find commonly‎-used recording functions‎.‎ 

The most crucial setting on any recorder is the input gain – finding the balance between too low ‎(‎noise‎)‎ and too high ‎(‎clipping‎)‎‎.‎ The DR‎-22WL has a large input level knob right under your fingertips‎.‎ You don‎'‎t need to press and hold a button or search through a menu to change the input level‎.‎ 

TASCAM has revolutionized handheld recording with the new Wi‎-Fi control and transfer features‎.‎ The DR‎-22WL creates its own Wi‎-Fi network with your iOS or Android phone‎,‎ and a free app called DR Control controls remote operation without touching the unit‎.‎ The app allows recording to be started and stopped‎,‎ and can be used to check and adjust input levels‎.‎ Any of the recording controls on the DR‎-22WL can be controlled over Wi‎-Fi‎.‎Wi‎-Fi transmission range is about 65 feet ‎(‎20m‎)‎ – well beyond the reach of infrared remotes – so the recorder can be placed wherever the recording sounds best‎.‎ Audio from the DR‎-22WL can also be streamed over Wi‎-Fi to check the recording‎.‎ Plug headphones into your smartphone and listen to a near‎-realtime feed from the recorder‎.‎ 

The DR‎-22WL connects with smartphones and other Wi‎-Fi devices directly‎.‎ There is no need for a Wi‎-Fi router network or other external equipment‎.‎ Wi‎-Fi connections can be established simply by inputting the information shown in the app‎.‎ Connection status can be checked with an LED on the unit as well as the app screen‎.‎ Even if the Wi‎-Fi connection is interrupted‎,‎ recording will not stop‎.‎

The free DR Control app allows your iOS or Android phone to control the recorder from anywhere in the room‎.‎ Start recording on‎-stage or from the back of the room‎,‎ while placing the DR‎-22WL wherever the microphones sound best‎.‎ Remote start also eliminates handling noise from pressing a button or moving the recorder‎.‎ 

In addition to recording‎,‎ playback and other transport controls‎,‎ DR Control can adjust the input levels‎,‎ switch on the low‎-cut filter‎,‎ change the mix‎,‎ and more‎.‎ A power‎-conservation mode is included to minimize battery consumption from Wi‎-Fi use‎.‎ 

With DR Control‎,‎ audio from the DR‎-44WL can be broadcast via Wi‎-Fi to your smartphone for streaming playback‎.‎ Even when the DR‎-44WL is in a place that is out of reach‎,‎ this capability allows you to check audio from the headphone jack‎.‎ Ensure that you‎'‎re getting the sound you want without leaving your seat‎.‎

In addition to remote control‎,‎ the DR‎-44WL allows you to wirelessly transfer recordings to your smartphone or laptop‎.‎ Upload recordings to SoundCloud through the app‎,‎ then publish that link to Facebook‎,‎ Twitter‎,‎ and other social media‎.‎ Or simply email the file to friends‎.‎ 

Dual Format Recording simultaneously records WAV and MP3 files to the card‎.‎ This allows you to have instant access to the MP3 file for online sharing‎,‎ while retaining the uncompressed WAV file master recording for later use‎.‎ 

* Due to MP3 file specifications‎,‎ this function can only be used with 16‎-bit 44.1/48kHz WAV formats‎.‎ This function cannot be used with 24‎-bit or 96kHz WAV/BWF file formats‎.‎

After recording‎,‎ transfer your files from the recorder to your smartphone using the TASCAM DR Control app‎.‎ Files can be uploaded directly to SoundCloud‎,‎ then you can share that link to Facebook‎,‎ Twitter‎,‎ or Google+ timelines with a single button‎.‎ A free SoundCloud account can be created‎,‎ giving you up to three hours of uploaded recordings‎.‎

ven as a professional recording device‎,‎ the DR‎-22WL has numerous automatic functions that can make recording easier for anyone‎.‎ Numerous automatic recording functions combine with functions that simplify file management‎.‎ 

Peak Reduction and LimiterThese functions automatically adjust the recording level in response to the input level‎.‎ The peak reduction function automatically lowers the level if an input overload is detected‎,‎ optimizing the recorded sound‎.‎ The limiter reduces excessive input levels without changing the input level setting‎.‎

Automatic Track Creation by TimeThe DR‎-44WL can automatically create a new file and continue recording without interruption when a set amount of time has elapsed‎.‎ This function is convenient when recording for long periods of time‎.‎ For example‎,‎ when set to 5 minutes‎,‎ a new file will be created automatically every 5 minutes when recording‎.‎ These files can be combined later in your audio editing software for seamless playback‎.‎ Manual file increment is also possible by pressing the Record button during recording‎.‎

Automatic Track Creation by LevelThe DR‎-22WL can create a new track every time a level threshold is passed‎.‎ This can split a concert recording into tracks‎,‎ and can be useful when digitizing another recording like a cassette‎,‎ DAT‎,‎ or vinyl record‎.‎

Automatic Mark FunctionMarks can be added to files when high levels or peaks are detected‎.‎ When set to a level‎,‎ marks can be added automatically at the points when songs end‎.‎ When set to peak detection and used together with the peak reduction function‎,‎ these marks will identify the points where peaks were detected – making it easy when using audio editing software on a computer‎.‎ You can also add markers manually while recording‎.‎ 

File DivideThis function can divide files where marks are added‎.‎ When used together with the automatic marking function‎,‎ long recordings can automatically be divided into files with individual songs‎.‎ Files can also be divided manually‎.‎

The DR‎-22WL is a powerful tool for songwriters‎.‎ In Overdub mode ‎(‎DUB‎)‎‎,‎ the DR‎-22WL is able to record one track at a time on top of the previous recording‎.‎ You can produce studio‎-quality music files using just the portable DR‎-22WL‎.‎ A reverb effect is also included to sweeten your mix‎.‎

Nondestructive Overdubbing functionThe overdubbing function allows additional recording on top of a previously recorded file‎,‎ making the DR‎-22WL the perfect tool for songwriters‎.‎ Capture a guitar riff idea‎,‎ then add a melody on top of that‎.‎ Record a jam in your rehearsal studio‎,‎ then work out lyrics later‎.‎ Create a file with an voiceover added to background music‎.‎ A new file is created when overdubbing‎,‎ so the original file is retained without changes‎.‎

Internal Reverb EffectA stereo reverb effect can be added either during recording or playback‎.‎ Presets for halls‎,‎ rooms and other standard environments can be utilized to suit the user and type of music‎.‎ This effect can be applied during recording and playback to give your recordings a sense of space‎.‎

Recorder Section

• Supported WAV recording formats‎:‎ 44.1k/48k/96kHz‎,‎ 16/24bit‎,‎ WAV/BWF 
• Supported MP3 recording format‎:‎ 44.1k/48kkHZ‎,‎ 32k to 320kbps‎,‎ MP3
• Recording media‎:‎ microSD/SDHC/SDXC card ‎(‎up to 128GB SDXC card‎)‎

Recording Hardware

• Cardioid stereo condenser microphones fixed in X‎-Y position
• High sound pressure design captures levels up to 120dB SPL
• PGA ‎(‎programmable gain amplifier‎)‎ and Cirrus Logic CS42L52 audio codec for low‎-noise‎,‎ high‎-performance audio recording

Recording Function

• Dual format recording function allows simultaneous recording of both WAV and MP3 files
• Automatic level optimization functions ‎(‎Peak Reduction & Limiter‎)‎
• Low‎-cut filter with four selectable frequencies ‎(‎40/80/120/220Hz‎)‎
• Pre‎-recording buffer records up to 2 seconds prior to starting recording
• Automatic track increment function that can be set according to the application ‎(‎level‎,‎ elapsed time or manual‎)‎
• Auto recording function that can detect the sound input signal level and automatically start recording
• Automatic mark function that adds marks according to set conditions ‎(‎peak detection or manual‎)‎

Playback Function

• Speed change ‎(‎VSA‎)‎ function for adjusting the speed from 0.5 to 2.0 times ‎(‎in 0.1 increments‎)‎
• A‎-B Loop playback function ideal for practicing music

Editing Function

• Automatic division function that divides files at marks ‎(‎manual division also possible‎)‎

Other Function

• Reverb effect for vocal and instrument resonance
• Automatic power saving function that prevents unnecessary waste of battery power
• Resume function that retains the last stop position when power is turned back ON
• File name format can be set to use a user‎-defined word or the date
• Audio files created on computers can be played ‎(‎Only in formats compatible with this product‎)‎

Other Hardware

• Built‎-in monaural speaker with an output of 0.3W
• 128×128 pixel oversized graphic LCD with backlight
• USB 2.0 High‎-speed file transfer to a computer
• Stereo mini headphone line output / Headphone output connector
• Powered by four AA batteries‎,‎ USB bus power‎,‎ or AC adapter
• Long‎-time operation of over ** hours is possible using just the internal batteries
• Strap ‎-hole
• Tripod attachment screw‎-hole
• 4GB microSD card is included
• RoHS certified