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MR1 1-bit mobile recorder

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Korg MR1 1-bit mobile recorder


Future-proof Digital Recording is Here

With the pristine fidelity and ultimate flexibility of 1-bit technology, the new, surprisingly affordable MR-1 ensures that your location recordings and final masters are never obsolete.

Hear it straight from the pros...
"What a capture medium! One listen, and you'll know exactly what I mean: It's truly a new day for those who record with digital audio". Craig Anderton.

Uncompromising, Future-proof Fidelity at an Unprecedented Price

Korg’s new, super-portable MR Professional Mobile Recorders break new ground by providing high fidelity 1-bit recording technology at unheard of low prices.

The hand-held MR-1 provides high quality 1-bit/2.8 MHz recording and playback in a shirt-pocket portable package that is perfect for location recording, broadcast journalism, podcasting, live music performances – even for rehearsals and song-writing sessions.

By recording in 1-bit/2.8 MHz format you are assured that your most important, once-in-a-lifetime moments are captured in stunning detail, and ready for whatever the future brings you. And back in the studio it also provides superb final mix and archiving benefits.

Powerful new software bundled with the MR-1 recorder enables the conversion of your 1-bit recordings and mixes into all of today’s audio formats without degradation. Best of all, by archiving your data in 1-bit format you’re ready for the future, as playback systems and standards change.

Real World Features

The MR-1 supports multiple recording formats including DSDIFF, DSF, and WSD 1-bit formats*, as well as multi-bit PCM format (BWF) with resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz.

It features a 20Gbyte internal hard drive, offering up to six hours of recording** at the highest audio quality (1-bit 2.8224 MHz stereo), or approximately thirty hours at CD quality (16-bit 44.1 kHz).

High-speed USB 2.0 connectivity provides for fast and easy transfer of files between the recorder and your computer. The MR-1 runs on AC or long-life rechargeable lithium polymer battery.

**The maximum continuous recording time is approximately six hours when using an AC adapter.

This is the Korg MR1 Hand Held Portable Recorder. Also known as the Korg MR-1 or Korg MR 1.

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Features & Specification

Number of Tracks:
2 tracks, 2-track recording/playback simultaneously

Recording Formats:
1-bit audio formats - DSDIFF, DSF, WSD: 2.8224 MHz @ 1-bit

PCM audio formats - WAV, BWF: 44.1 kHz @ 16/24-bit, 48 kHz @ 16/24-bit, 88.2 kHz @ 24-bit, 96 kHz @ 24-bit, 176.4 kHz @ 24-bit, 192 kHz @ 24-bit

MP3 format - 44.1kHz/192kbps - playback 44.1kHz/32kbps-320kbps (MP3 format support will be added in an upcoming free update. This system updater is expected be available in the middle of 2007 via KORG distributor’s websites)

Internal Hard Disk Drive: 20 GB

Recording Time:
Max Approx. 30 Hours (44.1 kHz @ 16-bit, 2-track)

Number of Projects:
Recognizes a maximum of 200 for each format, max 1,000 projects

Mark Points: 100 points per a song (no mark name)

USB Functions:
USB 2.0 supported, ability to use as FAT32 external USB drive

Song Editing: Rename, Delete, Protect

Display: 160 x 104 dots LCD with backlight

Principal Specifications:

Frequency Response:
10Hz ~ 20kHz ±1dB @ Fs44.1/48kHz, 10Hz ~ 40kHz ±1dB @ Fs88.2kHz/96kHz/176.4kHz/192kHz, 10Hz ~ 100kHz (1 bit)

S/N: 90 dB (typical) @ IHF-A INPUT-OUTPUT

THD+N: 0.0018% (typical) 20Hz ~ 20kHz

A/D Conversion: 2.8224MHz (1 bit), 24 bit (PCM)

D/A Conversion: 2.8224 MHz (1 bit), 24 bit (PCM)

INPUT 1-2:

Connectors: Mini Phone Jack (balanced)

Input Impedance: 10 K Ohm

Nominal Level: LINE -6dBV, MIC -39dBV

Maximum Level: LINE +6dBV, MIC -27dBV

OUT (analog):

Connector: Stereo Mini Phone Jack

Nominal Level: -6 dBV

Maximum Level: +6 dBV

Load Impedance: 10 K Ohm or greater

PHONES:

Connector: Stereo Mini Phone Jack

Output Impedance: 16 Ohm or greater

Maximum Level: 40 mW + 40 mW @ 16 Ohm

USB:

Connector: Type B (mini)

Format: USB 2.0 High-Speed device, USB mass storage class

Included Items: AC adaptor (also operates as charger), Owner's Manual, Protective case, Stereo mic (CM-2M), Mic clip stand, "AudioGate" audio file conversion application on CD-ROM

System Requirements to Connect to PC:

AudioGate:
Supported OS:Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Edition Service Pack 1 or later/Vista, Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later (Intel-based Mac supported).

Supported Computers: [Windows] Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster [Macintosh] Apple G4 800 MHz or faster (Intel-based Mac supported)

Memory: 256 MB or larger (512 MB or larger recommended)

*"DSD" is a registered trademark

*Logos, product names and company names are their tradmarks or registered trademarks

CM-2M Mic Specifications:

Element: Condenser, electret

Polar Pattern: Stereo, directional

Frequency Response: 100 -12,000Hz (12kHz)

Sensitivity: 58dB +/-3dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

Impedance: 680 Ohms

Cable Length: 3.28 feet

Weight: 1.76 ounces with cable

General:

Dimensions:
64 (W) x 120 (D) x 24 (H) mm /
2.52" (W) x 4.72" (D) x 0.94" (H)

Weight: 200 g (including battery)

Power Supply: AC adapter, or Internal rechargeable battery (lithium ion polymer)

Power Consumption: 2.15 Watts
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