Tascam DR100 MkII Portable recorder

The included software may now be a download online and the stated CD may not be enclosed with this item as a resultThe Tascam DR-100mkii is a powerful portable recorder with 4 build in microphones (two cardioid and two omnidirectional) for maximum flexibility and coverage. And if 4 mics isnt enough there are 2 XLR inputs with phantom power allowing you to use the inbuilt mics for atmosphere and a separate shotgun microphone for spot micing.Heres what Tascam say about the DR-100mkiiThe DR-100mkII from Tascam is portable stereo digital audio recorder designed with high-end recording features aimed at musicians and engineers. Four built-in microphones, two cardioid and two omnidirectional, deliver great sound via the high-gain and low noise microphone preamps. A pair of XLR inputs can accommodate external microphones and provide switchable phantom power for use with condenser microphones. The 24-bit/96kHz linear PCM recorder features dedicated stereo mini balanced line in and out connectors in addition to an S/PDIF digital input. Also available is the ability to connect balanced line inputs via the locking XLR connectors. An upgrade to the DR-100, an already versatile unit, the rugged DR-100mkII extends the functionality of a professional portable recorder while improving the overall sound.SpecifcationPortable four-microphone, two-channel handheld audio recorder Improved uni-directional and omni-directional microphones over original DR-100 High gain and low noise microphone preamp Up to 24-bit/96kHz WAV recording 32 to 320kbps MP3 recording Dual XLR inputs with locking latches +4dBu line input available via XLR jacks 1/8 TRS line input and output S/PDIF input from an external device via remote jack Limiter and low-cut filter Variable playback speed from -50% to +16% Records to SD or SD-HC cards (includes 2GB card) Large thumbwheel for individual gain control Dedicated back-panel switches Built-in speaker Tripod mount Rugged aluminum casing