Tascam SS-R300N

The Tascam SS-R300N is a professional 2-channel solid-state audio recorder and player designed for fixed audio installations, broadcast studios, theaters, conference centers, and other professional AV environments. As the successor to the SS-R250N, this recorder combines extensive recording and playback capabilities with enhanced network functionality, secure file transfer, and a variety of options for remote control and system integration. The SS-R300N supports audio recording and playback up to 96 kHz / 24-bit and uses SD memory cards and USB storage media. Thanks to its dual SD card slots, automatic recording functions, and extensive playback options, the device is well-suited for applications where continuity and control are important. With its 19-inch rack size and 1U height, the recorder is easy to integrate into professional audio racks.

Tascam SS-R300N – improvements over the SS-R250N:

• secure file transfer via FTPS client and SFTP server/client, in addition to the existing FTP functionality
• Support for OSC (Open Sound Control) for remote control and system integration
• Support for SDXC memory cards up to 512 GB, compared to 128 GB on the SS-R250N
• Support for USB storage media up to 512 GB, compared to 64 GB on the SS-R250N
• New Tascam Playlist Editor for offline editing of playlists and event lists
• Ability to correct the internal clock using control signals from an external timer
• Support for playing audio CDs via an external USB CD drive
• Support for playing AAC audio files
• New fade-in and fade-out functions for audio playback
• Ability to mute the analog audio outputs during recording

Professional audio recordings up to 96 kHz / 24-bit
The Tascam SS-R300N supports the recording and playback of audio files with a resolution of up to 96 kHz / 24-bit. This makes the recorder suitable for capturing meetings, concerts, presentations, radio broadcasts, and other audio productions. Recordings can be saved to SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards or USB storage devices. Support for storage media up to 512 GB enables long-duration recordings and the management of large audio libraries. Thanks to its dual SD card slots, the recorder offers various options for managing recordings. Mirror recording allows a recording to be saved simultaneously to two memory cards. Relay recording makes it possible to automatically switch to another storage medium when the current one becomes full.

Extensive network functionality with FTPS and SFTP
A key improvement over the SS-R250N is the expansion of network features. Via the built-in Ethernet port, the SS-R300N can connect directly to a network or server. The recorder supports FTPS client functionality as well as SFTP server and client functionality. This allows audio files to be uploaded and downloaded via a secure connection without having to remove memory cards from the device. File transfers can be performed manually or automatically. This makes the SS-R300N suitable for installations where audio files are stored on a central server or where playback files need to be made available from another location.

Remote Control and Integration with Professional AV Systems
The SS-R300N features various connections and communication protocols for remote control. In addition to Ethernet, it includes a serial RS-232C port and a parallel D-sub 25-pin port. Support for Open Sound Control (OSC) enables the recorder to be integrated with external control systems. This allows recording, playback, and other functions to be controlled from a central control system. Additionally, the SS-R300N supports integration with the Q-SYS platform. This offers possibilities for use in professional AV installations where multiple devices are controlled from a single system.

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Dante Network Audio via Optional
Expansion Card For installations using Dante network audio, the Tascam SS-R300N can be expanded with the optional Tascam IF-DA2 Dante interface card. This allows the recorder to exchange audio signals over a Dante network. This makes it possible to integrate the SS-R300N into an existing network audio installation without requiring separate analog cables for all audio connections. The IF-DA2 is sold separately.

Professional Analog and Digital Audio Connections
The Tascam SS-R300N is equipped with balanced analog XLR inputs and outputs for connection to professional audio mixing consoles, microphone preamps, and other audio equipment. It also features digital AES/EBU inputs and outputs. These allow digital audio signals to be exchanged with compatible equipment. These connectivity options make the recorder suitable for both analog and digital audio setups, allowing it to be used for recording, playback, or as part of a larger audio system.

’sAdvanced Recording Features The SS-R300N features several functions that support the recording process. The pre-recording function captures a short audio buffer before recording actually begins. This reduces the chance that the beginning of a recording will be missed. In addition, the recorder offers options for automatic track division, audio editing, and managing recordings. The analog audio output can also be muted during recording, for example, when monitoring via another audio source. For installations requiring long-term recording, the dual SD card slots can be used for mirrored recordings or automatic switching between storage media.

Extensive Playback Features
In addition to recording functions, the SS-R300N offers various options for playing back and managing audio files. The recorder features, among other things, pitch control, mono mix, and an End of Message (EOM) function. Pitch control allows you to adjust the playback speed. The mono mix function enables you to play back stereo material in mono. The EOM function signals when the end of an audio file is approaching. This is useful for broadcast studios, theaters, and other applications where audio files must be started or monitored at the right moment. The SS-R300N also supports audio CD playback via a compatible external USB CD drive. This drive is sold separately.

Automatic Operation with Timer Functions
For installations where recording and playback tasks must be performed according to a fixed schedule, the SS-R300N features programmable timer and event functions. For example, this allows recordings to be started automatically or audio files to be played back at preset times. Support for SNTP time synchronization makes it possible to synchronize the internal clock via a network. This ensures that scheduled events can be executed at precisely set times.

Managing Playlists with Tascam Playlist Editor
The Tascam Playlist Editor allows you to prepare playlists and event lists offline. This makes it easier to organize audio files before using them on the recorder. This feature is useful for theaters, broadcast facilities, presentation rooms, and other applications where multiple audio files need to be played back in a predetermined order. The SS-R300N also offers compatibility with existing systems that use the Tascam SS-R250N or SS-CDR250N. This allows the recorder to be used as a replacement or expansion within existing installations.

Designed for professional rack installations
The Tascam SS-R300N features a metal chassis with a 19-inch rack design and occupies only 1U of space. Thanks to its connections for analog and digital audio, network communication, and external control, the recorder can be integrated into fixed installations without taking up much rack space. The front-panel controls provide direct access to the most important recording and playback functions. In addition, functions can be assigned to the USER buttons, making frequently used operations readily available.

Tascam SS-R300N features:

• Professional 2-channel solid-state audio recorder and player
• successor to the Tascam SS-R250N
• recording and playback up to 96 kHz / 24-bit
• Support for SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards
• Support for USB storage media up to 512 GB
• Dual SD card slots for mirror and relay recording
• Recording and playback in WAV and MP3 formats
• Secure file transfer via FTPS and SFTP
• Built-in Ethernet port for network communication
• Support for OSC (Open Sound Control)
• Integration with Q-SYS control systems
• Dante network audio via optional Tascam IF-DA2 interface card
• Balanced analog XLR inputs and outputs
• Digital AES/EBU inputs and outputs
• Serial RS-232C connection for external control
• Parallel D-sub 25-pin connector
• Support for external USB CD drives
• pre-recording function for capturing audio before recording begins
• automatic track division and audio editing
• Pitch control for adjusting playback speed
• Mono mix for playing stereo files in mono
• End of Message (EOM) function
• Programmable timer and event functions
• SNTP time synchronization via network
• Tascam Playlist Editor for offline playlist management
• Ability to mute analog outputs during recording|
• Assignable USER buttons on the front panel
• Compatibility with existing SS-R250N and SS-CDR250N systems
• 19-inch rack-mountable, 1U height
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 48.26 x 4.5 x 30.05 cm
• Weight: 3.1 kg

TascaThe SS-R300N comes with:

• Tascam SS-R300N audio recorder
• power cord
• Tascam RC-10 wireless remote control
• CR2025 lithium battery for the remote control (already installed)
• rack-mount screw set
• 3 sets of security screws
• Tascam ID registration guide
• User manual, including warranty information