Tascam FR-AV2 Field Recorder

Overview
The Tascam FR-AV2 is a professional 2-channel audio recorder with dual AD converters, sampling rates up to 192 kHz, and resolution up to 32-bit float. It features timecode (LTC) for synchronisation with a video camera, wireless timecode synchronisation with Atomos products, and Bluetooth audio monitoring with the optional Tascam AK-BT2. The recorder also has a compact user interface with a 2-inch colour LCD, XLR/TRS microphone/line combo inputs, and ultra low-noise Tascam Ultra HDDA microphone preamplifiers.

The FR-AV2 is designed for film makers, offering advanced 32-bit floating point technology, timecode generation and synchronisation. It ensures high-quality sound recordings with no clipping, premium XLR/TRS combo inputs, and ultimate timecode generation capabilities. With the optional AK-BT2 Bluetooth adapter, wireless audio monitoring is possible, making it a comprehensive and professional audio recorder for videography.

Included in box
1x Tascam FR-AV2 Field Recorder
1x Safety guide
1x Tascam ID registration guide

About the Tascam FR-AV2 Field Recorder
The Tascam FR-AV2 is a compact and feature-packed audio recorder for film makers that combines state-of-the-art 32-bit floating point technology with timecode generation and synchronisation. This not only ensures a significantly enhanced sound experience – it also simplifies the entire process from recording to editing. Synchronise the recorder with industry-standard video equipment without the need for an external timecode device. And use the optional AK-BT2 Bluetooth adapter for wireless monitoring

No-Clip Recordings
With the FR-AV2’s advanced 32-bit float recording at up to 192 kHz, you’ll never have to scrap a recording because of distorted or weak audio levels. When recording at lower bit depths, such as 24-bit and 16-bit, loud sound sources can cause digital clipping that cannot be fixed later.

Dual analogue-to-digital converter technology captures recordings with greater dynamic range and clarity – so you can increase the level of dialogue without distracting changes in tone or dynamics.

Premium XLR/TRS Combo Inputs
Connect microphones and professional line-level sources directly to the FR-AV2’s dual Ultra HDDA preamps. With an equivalent input noise of just –127 dBu, you can capture audio with maximum clarity and virtually noise-free.

In addition, the 3.5-mm stereo input allows you to use wireless microphones, lavalier mics and any other audio sources you may have in your arsenal.

Ultimate Timecode Generation
With the FR-AV2, you’ll be able to streamline your videography rig and take less gear to shoots. The recorder sends and receives timecode via its 3.5-mm input/output for DSLR cameras, and also supports jam-sync for any external timecode devices.

Using the optional AK-BT2 Bluetooth adapter, you can also wirelessly sync timecode with supported Atomos UltraSync Blue devices.

Wireless Audio Monitoring
Adding the optional AK-BT2 Bluetooth adapter allows you to monitor audio wirelessly on the fly. Select one of three quality levels to ensure you get the best possible signal depending on the recording environment, including connection quality and sound quality.

Wired and Bluetooth monitoring work in parallel so that two people can listen at the same time.

iPhone Filmmaker, Meet Your Professional Audio Interface
Whether you’re always on the go or creating content spontaneously, the FR-AV2 fits easily into your iPhone video rig using a USB-C cable. This allows you to use professional-grade XLR inputs for superior sound quality, as well as output timecode and synchronise it with your smartphone.

With timecode input/output and your phone, the FR-AV2 turns your mobile videos into professional productions.

Simple and Comprehensive Field Recorder
The FR-AV2 is one of the most comprehensive audio recorders for videography on the market. It lets you focus on your video shoot, not your audio gear.

With the ultra-compact recorder mounted to your camera, you get dual professional audio inputs, 32-bit float recording, onboard timecode generation and synchronisation, and wireless audio monitoring capability – all in a single rugged package.

Supported Operating Systems:

Windows:

Windows 11 (version 23H2)
Windows 11 (version 22H2)
Windows 11 (version 22H1)
Windows 10 (version 22H2)

Mac:

macOS Sequoia (15)
macOS Sonoma (14.0)
macOS Ventura (13.0)

iOS:

iOS 17
iPadOS 17
iOS 16
iPadOS 16

Android:

Android 14
Android 13
Android 12

Recorder specifications
Recording media microSD (64 MB – 2 GB)
microSDHC (4–32 GB)
microSDXC (48–512 GB)
Recording/playback format WAV (BWF)
Sampling frequency 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz
Quantization bit depth 24 bit, 32 bit float
Input channels 2
Maximum number of recordable tracks 2
Analogue audio inputs and outputs
Microphone input (balanced) XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Maximum input level +4 dBu
Minimum input level –76 dBu
Gain adjustment range 0–50 dB
Input impedance ≥2 kΩ
Phantom power 24 V, 48 V
Line input (balanced) 6.3-mm standard TRS jacks
(Tip = HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND)
Maximum input level +24 dBu
Nominal input level +4 dBu (GAIN at minimum)
Input impedance ≥8 kΩ
Line/timecode input (unbalanced) 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
Maximum input level 1 dBV
Nominal input level –19 dBV (GAIN at minimum)
Minimum input level –79 dBV
Input Impedance ≥6 kΩ (plug-in power off)
≥1.6 kΩ (plug-in power on)
Plug-in power 2.5 V, 5 V
Analogue audio outputs
Line/timecode output (unbalanced) 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
Maximum output level +6 dBV
Nominal output level –10 dBV (–16 dBFS)
Output impedance 210 Ω
Headphones output 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
Maximum output power 50 mW + 50 mW (THD+N <0.1 % at 32 Ω) Recommended headphones impedance 16–400 Ω USB Connector USB Type-C Transfer format USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED Device Class Mass Storage Class USB Audio Class 2.0 USB Audio Sampling frequency 48 kHz, 96 kHz Quantization bit depth 24 bit, 32 bit float Number of inputs/outputs 2/2 channels Timecode input/output Timecode input 3.5-mm stereo mini jack (Tip: Timecode IN, Ring: Not used, Sleeve: GND) Input impedance ≥10 kΩ Signal level range 0.5 to 5 Vpp Timecode output 3.5-mm stereo mini jack LTC selected Terminal assignment Tip: Timecode, Ring: Not used, Sleeve: GND Output impedance 600 Ω Output level 2 Vpp MIC LEVEL selected Terminal assignment Tip: Timecode, Ring: right channel, Sleeve: GND Output impedance 110 Ω Output level 40 mVpp Audio performance EIN (equivalent input noise, mic preamp) ≤–127 dBu Frequency response (input jacks to PCM data) 48 kHz: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0 dB / –0.5 dB 96 kHz: 20 Hz – 40 kHz, +0.5 dB / –1 dB 192 kHz: 20 Hz – 60 kHz, +0.5 dB / –3 dB Dynamic range (input jacks to PCM data) ≥132 dB (20-kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighting) Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N, input jacks to PCM data) ≤0.02 % (1 kHz sine wave, −1 dBFS input, GAIN at minimum, 20-kHz SPCL LPF) Battery operation time Conditions Stereo recording at 48 kHz, both input jacks used, continuous operation, in hours:minutes (JEITA CP-2905) Alkaline battery (Evolta) 09:00 Phantom power off, 24-bit resolution 04:30 Phantom power on (48 V, 2 × 3 mA), 32-bit float NiMH battery (Eneloop) 08:30 Phantom power off, 24-bit resolution 05:30 Phantom power on (48 V, 2 × 3 mA), 32-bit float Lithium battery (Energizer Ultimate Lithium) 15:00 Phantom power off, 24-bit resolution 10:00 Phantom power on (48 V, 2 × 3 mA), 32-bit float Note: Operation times may vary depending on the microphones being used. Power supply and other specifications Power sources 3 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, lithium-ion) USB bus power TASCAM PS-P520U AC adapter (sold separately) Power consumption 3.8 W (maximum) Dimensions (W x H x D, overall) 99 mm × 80 mm × 40 mm Weight 267 g (including batteries) 195 g (without batteries) Operating temperature range 0–40 °C Included items Safety guide, Tascam ID registration guide Professional 2-channel audio recorder with dual AD converters, sampling rates up to 192 kHz, resolution up to 32-bit float Receives and sends timecode (LTC) for synchronisation with a video camera, simplifies post-production (Tentacle-ready) Wireless timecode synchronisation possible with Atomos products* Bluetooth audio monitoring possible with optional Tascam AK-BT2 Tascam Recorder Connect app allows integrated management of multiple FR-AV2 and DR-10L Pro* units Two XLR/TRS microphone/line combo inputs (48 V or 24 V phantom power) Ultra-compact user interface with 2-inch (5-cm) colour LCD Ultra low-noise Tascam Ultra HDDA microphone preamplifiers High-precision clock generator (TCXO – Temperature Compensated Chrystal Oscillator) Additional mini-jack input for audio from camera, wireless microphone receiver or plug-in powered microphones (2.5 V or 5 V) Mini-jack output with adjustable attenuation allows audio to be sent to cameras and other devices Switchable low-cut filter, compressor, limiter and noise gate for the inputs Adjustable input delay to compensate for distance between microphones (0–300 ms) Adjustable output delay to compensate for time lag between camera video and audio output (0–300 ms) Various mark and auto-slate tone functions Metadata can be recorded (BEXT and iXML for WAV files) Automatic file closing function to prevent the loss of already recorded data 3.5-mm stereo headphones jack Built-in 2×2 USB audio interface, supports 32-bit float resolution Long-term recording with 3 AA batteries Power can also be supplied via USB-C port Supports microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC recording media up to 512 Gigabytes Compact, lightweight and robust fiberglass enclosure designed for use with camera rigs * Requires optional Bluetooth adapter AK-BT1 or AK-BT2