Tascam
Tascam SS-R250N
The Tascam SS-R250N is a versatile, network-ready solid-state recorder and player designed to replace older audio media formats. It captures high-resolution WAV and MP3 files up to 24-Bit/96 kHz onto SD cards or USB drives. Key features include dual SD card slots for backup and relay recording, automatic file saving during power interruptions, and FTP client functionality for seamless file transfers. With extensive analog and digital connectivity, including XLR, RCA, AES/EBU, and S/PDIF, this 1U rackmount unit is ideal for archiving, event recording, and professional audio playback.
$815.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
52
/ 65
#52 in Multitrack Recorders
Price vs Category Average
+78%
Above average
Recording and playback maximum resolution
2496
/ -Bit / kHz
Who it's for
- Highly Reliable Solid-State Recording
- Advanced Network and Remote Control
- Comprehensive Professional I/O
Who should skip it
- High Cost of Entry
- Complex Menu Navigation
- No Internal Storage or Optical Drive
Key Specs
Recording and playback maximum resolution
24-Bit / 96 kHz
Storage Media
SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 128 GB) and USB sticks (up to 64 GB)
Recording Formats
WAV and MP3
Inputs
2 Balanced XLR mic/line, 2 RCA, AES/EBU, S/PDIF
Outputs
2 Balanced XLR line, 2 RCA, AES/EBU, S/PDIF, Headphone jack
Design
19" / 1U rack-mountable
Weight
3.2 kg
Connectivity
Ethernet (FTP client, SNTP client)
Features
- Network-capable for automatic FTP file transfer
- Dual SD card slots for backup/relay recording
- Automatic file saving protects against power loss
- Records up to 24-Bit / 96 kHz WAV/MP3
- Control via dedicated iOS/Android app
- SNTP time synchronization for precise timing
- Pre-recording function captures missed beginnings
- Optional Dante card integration available
What customers say
Professionals in broadcast and A/V environments highly value the Tascam SS-R250N for its exceptional reliability and advanced networking. Users consistently praise the robust build quality and the critical dual SD card recording feature, which ensures essential redundancy for mission-critical tasks. The integrated network functionality, especially FTP support, significantly streamlines workflow by enabling remote file management. While the audio quality is universally considered professional grade, some users noted that the initial network setup requires specific IT knowledge. Overall, the consensus confirms the SS-R250N is a highly recommended, dependable workhorse delivering superior performance where failure is unacceptable.
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