The R-26’s dual stereo mics provide the ultimate
flexibility in different recording applications. In
addition to capturing recordings that leverage the
individual characteristics of OMNI (omnidirectional)
and XY (directional) mics, you can mix the mics
together to achieve the optimum balance.
Two types of built-in stereo mics—
omnidirectional and directional—
operate independently of each other.
Three-channel IARC circuitry
reduces interference between inputs
for high-quality sound.
Independent OMNI and XY
stereo mic pairs built in
Directional
(XY)
Omnidirectional
(OMNI)
2ch
（
Analog IN
）
6ch Simultaneous Rec
2ch
（
XY
）
2ch
（
OMNI
）
A/D
A/D
A/D
IARC Conceptual Diagram
OMNI
or
PLUG IN
XY
XLR/
TRS
INPUT LEVEL
INPUT LEVEL
INPUT LEVEL
Recorder Part
Tracks
6 (3 stereo)
Signal Processing
AD/DA conversion: 24-bit
96.0, 88.2, 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Data Type
For Recording
WAV/BWF
Sampling Rate 96.0, 88.2, 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Bit Depth
24, 16 (bits)
MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer 3)
Sampling Rate 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Bit Rates
320, 160, 128 (kbps)
WAV + MP3
Sampling Rate 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Bit Depth
16 bits
Bit Rates
128 kbps
For Playback
WAV/BWF
Sampling Rate 96.0, 88.2, 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Bit Depth
24, 16 (bits)
MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer 3)
Sampling Rate 48.0, 44.1 (kHz)
Bit Rates
32 - 320 kbps or VBR
(Variable Bit Rate)
Memory Card
SD Card (SDHC format compatible)
Input/Output
Audio Inputs
Internal stereo microphone
Omnidirectional (OMNI) mic
Directional (XY) mic
Analog input 1/L, 2/R
(XLR/TRS combo type)
XLR type (phantom powered)
1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced/
unbalanced)
Plug-in powered mic input
Stereo miniature phone type
Audio Output
Phones (Stereo miniature phone type)
Nominal Input
Level (Variable)
* Input Level Knob :
Center
Analog input 1/L, 2/R
+4, -2, -8, -14, -20, -26, -32, -38, -44,
-50, -56, -62 (dBu)
Plug-in powered mic input
LOW
-7.5 dBu
MID
-21.0 dBu
HIGH
-26.0 dBu
Input Impedance
Analog input 1/L, 2/R
5 k ohms
Plug-in powered mic input
MID/HIGH
3 k ohms
LOW
2 k ohms
Maximum Input
Analog Input 1/L, 2/R
+24 dBu (SENS = +4 dBu)
Plug-in powered mic input
+4 dBu (SENS = LOW)
Output Level
35 mW + 35 mW (In case 16 ohms load)
Recommended
Load
Impedance
16 ohms or greater
Frequency
Response
20 Hz — 40 kHz
Phantom Power
48 V ± 4 V
10 mA or less in all channels
USB Interface
Mini-B type connector
USB mass storage device class
USB audio (Hi-Speed USB)
Other
Power Supply
AC adaptor
Alkaline dry battery LR6 (AA) type x 4
Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) X 4
Current Draw
500 mA
Dimensions
82.0 (W) x 180.1 (D) x 41.1 (H) mm
3-1/4 (W) x 7-1/8 (D) x 1-5/8 (H) inches
Weight
0.37 kg / 14 oz (excluding batteries)
R-26 Specifications
USB Mass Storage
Windows
Mac
OS
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
7 / Windows
Vista
®
/ Windows
®
XP Home /
Windows
®
XP Professional
OS
Mac OS X 10.2 or later
Computer
Windows compatible PC equipped
with a USB2.0 or 1.1 port
Computer
Apple
®
Mac
®
series computer with
onboard USB port
USB Audio U/F
Windows
Mac
OS
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
7 / Windows
Vista
®
SP1 or later / Windows
®
XP
Home / Windows
®
XP Professional
SP2 or later
OS
Mac OS X 10.4.11 or later
Computer
Windows compatible PC equipped
with a USB 2.0 port
Computer
Apple
®
Mac
®
series computer with
onboard USB 2.0
* Each recording time is approximate. The times may change depending on the card specifications.
* When multiple WAV/BWF files are recorded at once, the recording time will be shorter than shown above.
Data Format
Memory Size
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
WAV/BWF
16-bit, 44.1 kHz STEREO
3.0
6.1
12.2
24.5
48.9
24-bit, 96.0 kHz STEREO
0.9
1.9
3.7
7.5
15.0
16-bit, 44.1 kHz 4 CH
1.5
3.1
6.1
12.2
24.5
24-bit, 96.0 kHz 4 CH
0.5
0.9
1.9
3.7
7.5
16-bit, 44.1 kHz 6 CH
1.0
2.0
4.1
8.2
16.3
24-bit, 96.0 kHz 6 CH
0.3
0.6
1.2
2.5
5.0
MP3
128 kbps
33.0
67.0
134.0
269.0
539.0
320 kbps
13.0
27.0
53.0
107.0
215.0
WAV/BWF + MP3
16-bit + 128 kbps 44.1 kHz
2.8
5.6
11.2
22.4
44.9
16-bit + 128 kbps 48.0 kHz
2.5
5.2
10.4
20.7
41.5
•R-26 •Owner’s manual •SD Card •AC Adaptor •USB Cable (mini-B type)
•Windscreen •Cakewalk SONAR LE DVD-ROM (for Windows)
Six channels of simultaneous recording
for flexibility in a variety of situations
Proprietary IARC analog circuitry is
the key to excellent sound quality
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R-26 package contents
Recording Time (unit: hours)
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The R-26 captures audio with high-definition direct sound, as well as the rich natural ambience of the recording
environment. With dual stereo mics, six channels of simultaneous recording, and much more, this portable recorder
offers true professional quality and flexibility, opening the door to limitless creative possibilities.
Superior detail, depth, and unparalleled flexibility—
welcome to a new world of portable recording.
In addition to the onboard mics, the R-26
provides XLR/TRS inputs for up to six channels
(three stereo) of simultaneous recording.
For example, you can capture an instrument
up close with the built-in mics, record room
ambience with external mics, and save them as
separate files for mixing together later.
Support for up to six channels of
simultaneous recording—a powerful
tool for professional applications.
The R-26 is equipped with Roland’s proprietary
IARC (Isolated Adaptive Recording Circuit) on
the inputs for the built-in mics and as well as the
external inputs. This analog circuit is completely
isolated from the digital circuitry and has its
own power supply, reducing digital noise and
achieving very clear sound.
Printed in Japan August 2011 RAM-4721 RUS-UPR-SS
System Requirements
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
