M-Audio MicroTrack II Professional Audio Recorder

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High-fidelity mobile digital recorder

Manufacturer SKU: 9900-52279-12
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The redesigned MicroTrack™ II brings even more professional features to the original high-fidelity mobile digital recorder that’s been embraced by audio and film professionals worldwide.

With an extended input gain range, analog input limiter, 48V phantom power, faster file transfer rate and other enhancements, MicroTrack II delivers the highest quality mobile recording experience available today.

Simply record WAV, BWF and MP3 files to CompactFlash or Microdrives through balanced line inputs or built-in microphone preamps—then drag and drop recordings to your computer via highspeed USB 2.0 for immediate editing or Web posting.

MicroTrack II is perfect for a wide variety of applications including field recording, capturing live shows, songwriting, education and more.

Features

  • 2-channel WAV, BWF and MP3 recording and playback > perfect for field recording, songwriting, training, education and worship
  • New features include extended input gain range, analog input limiter and seamless recording of files beyond 2GB in size > enhanced performance
  • Battery operated; storage via CompactFlash or microdrives > mobility and convenience
  • Drag-and-drop file transfer to PC and Mac > upload and share your content in minutes
  • Balanced ¼” TRS inputs with line inputs and 48V phantompowered mic preamps > professional-quality recording
  • 2-channel WAV, BWF and MP3 recording and playback for pro recording, capturing live shows, songwriting, training, education, worship and more
  • Immediate drag-and-drop file transfer to PC and Mac via high-speed USB 2.0
    mini-connector
  • Seamless recording of files greater than 2GB
  • Easily add markers to BWF files
  • Professional balanced ¼” TRS inputs capable of mic or line-level signals
  • Extended input gain range
  • Analog input limiter with bypass
  • Separate left and right input level controls with signal and peak indicators
  • Dual microphone preamps with 48V phantom power for studio microphones
  • 1/8” TRS input with 5V power for use with stereo electret microphone (microphone included)
  • S/PDIF coaxial input for digital transfers
  • Monitoring via RCA line outputs or 1/8” stereo headphone output
  • Monitor S/PDIF input via headphones while recording
  • Customizable folders for organizing files
  • Dedicated buttons for navigation, record, hold, pause, delete, menu, and power
  • Storage via convenient CompactFlash or Microdrives (sold separately)
  • Built-in CompactFlash speed test ensures optimal card performance
  • Large LCD with backlight dimmer
  • Output level control
  • Hibernation mode
  • Powered via USB, built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery or included power supply
  • Includes electret t-shaped microphone, software for editing and file format conversion, carrying pouch, 1/8” stereo extension cable with lapel clip, power supply, and USB cable

Compatibility

  • WAV
  • BWF
  • MP3

Minimum system requirements

  • PC
    • Windows XP (SP2)
    • USB 1.1 or 2.0 port on the computer for connection and power charging
  • Mac
    • Mac OS X 10.3.9 or greater
    • USB 1.1 or 2.0 port on the computer for connection and power charging

Specifications

  • MP3 recording: 96 to 320kbps at 44.1 or 48kHz
  • PCM recording: 16 or 24-bit at 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kHz
  • storage capacity: variable based on data rate and storage medium

Package Contents

  • MicroTrack II mobile digital recorder
  • Printed Quick Start Guide
  • CD-ROM with documentation and editing software
  • 1m USB cable (USB A to Mini B)
  • 1m 1/8” headphone extension cable with lapel clip
  • T-shaped electret microphone
  • Earbuds
  • Protective carrying case with mic pouch
  • Power supply unit with USB connector

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Great Value

Steve Keys
October 5, 2009

Rating: 8/10

My rating is high (8, not 4) because of the shockingly good value of this product however there are a few niggles which should be mentioned.

1. Earphones are terrible (worse than iPod ones)
2. TRS inputs are too close together for decent cables.
3. My first recording stopped for no reason after 18 minutes (there was 2 hours room left) - hopefully this won\\\'t happen again. I\\\'ve read this is not uncommon and may due to faulty flash card.

That said, it\\\'s better quality than I thought it\\\'d be - sure there\\\'s a little hiss on the provided mic (but very good for bundled tiny T-mic) but wired up to 2 x condensers (it has 2 channels with true 48V phantom power) and set to highest quality settings I am blown away with the quality - I honestly think people that complain of hiss are not setting correct levels/input settings.

Assuming it doesn\\\'t quit on me again (I reformatted card) this is a well built, extremely easy to use, attractive, high quality recorder that is astonishing value.

MicroTrack II

Electro existence
April 21, 2008

Rating: 9/10

With a good selection of field recorders out there, it is hard to decide. It took me nearly 3 months to decide, I even bought a Tascam DR-1, when I opened the packaging the jog wheel fell off, sent it back and started looking again! The MicroTrack II was my original choice and I'm glad I got it!
It's light, easy to use, the menus are easy to navigate through and see (at night the light is great), I like the feel of the buttons on the front for mic/volume control, Nav wheel feels good, all the other buttons are very well placed and easy to use (a HOLd button is always useful), lots of inputs for various audio plugs/sockets,
Charging it up can take a while and I'd use a plug socket to do that not USB. Registering with M-Audio and downloading firmware updates are on a leaflet inside the box with the links to do this. What you get with the recorder are very useful, Editing Software Audacity(if you need it), Carry case, Earbuds, stereo microphone, an extension for mic to clip on your tie etc, A power pack with a great selection of plug sockets for when you go overseas and charge it up via plug socket, USB cable, no Compact flash card (but they're quite cheap now).
I've recorded many things indoor and out in the streets, it does perform well with the included mic, pics up alot of things you don't hear yourself, it can stand a bit of wind and can be discreet with the extension mic/clip to hide. the mic does pick up on a bit of handling noise when connected directly to the recorder (not alot though, IMO), so it's best to keep earphones in and check out how to handle it so it doesn't pick up on what you do too much. When connected via the extension clip, i connect it on my cuffs, walk round it does work very well.
The mic does sound good, the stereo sounds does work well and I am happy with it.
This is a good unit, I weighed up all the the plus and minus point with all the other recorders out there and this one won for its weight, ease of use, sample rates, accessories (the various plugs are great, for people who travel the globe!), I like the look and the menu design is very good.

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