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Roland AR-3000 Audio Recorder

$36.12

The AR-3000R Audio Recorder is a one rack space digital audio recorder/player designed for any application requiring high fidelity pre-recorded announcements. The AR-3000R offers extensive editing, programming and recording control via its front panel. It is also the master in any multi-channel playback AR system and is used as the sync master when locking to external time code. The AR-3000R offers extensive control over all of its playback functions. It also has a microphone input for onsite message recording.

The Roland AR-3000 series, specifically the AR-3000R and AR-3000SD models, are digital audio recorders/players designed for high-quality pre-recorded announcements in various applications. They offer features like 24-bit, 96 kHz recording and playback, programmable timers, and LAN control. 

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  • High-Quality Audio: The AR-3000 series utilizes 24-bit, 96 kHz recording and playback for excellent sound quality.
  • Versatile Control: These recorders offer extensive control options, including front panel controls, external trigger options (MIDI, RS-232C, LAN-Telnet, GPI), and a built-in web server for remote control.
  • Reliable Storage: They utilize industry-standard PC cards (AR-3000) or SD/SDHC memory cards (AR-3000SD) for storing audio files, ensuring durability and long-term reliability.
  • Programmable Timer: The AR-3000SD model includes a yearly programmable timer for scheduled playback.
  • Multi-Channel Playback: The AR-3000R can be used as the master unit in a multi-channel playback system, offering flexibility in complex audio setups.
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About the Roland AR-3000 Audio Recorder

The Roland AR-3000 is a professional two-track audio recorder engineered for critical recording, playback, and archiving in demanding environments such as broadcast studios, live sound, and field production. It is designed to deliver high-fidelity audio capture with exceptional reliability, making it suitable for recording live events, interviews, broadcast programs, and master recordings where audio integrity is paramount. The recorder features a modular, rugged construction that supports various storage media, including CompactFlash cards and external USB storage devices, providing flexibility and secure data management for essential audio content.

This unit is equipped with comprehensive analog and digital connectivity, featuring balanced XLR inputs with switchable phantom power, allowing direct connection to microphones and line-level sources. It supports high-resolution audio formats, including uncompressed Broadcast WAV (BWF) files at sample rates up to 96 kHz, ensuring compatibility with professional post-production and archiving standards. The intuitive front panel includes dedicated transport controls, a large jog/shuttle wheel for precise navigation, and a clear backlit display for monitoring levels, metadata, and system status.

Built for integration into professional audio systems, the AR-3000 includes synchronization features such as word clock I/O and GPI triggers for remote control, facilitating seamless operation within broadcast or live production workflows. Its robust 1U rackmount design ensures durability for both fixed installation and mobile use. With its focus on broadcast-quality performance and user-friendly operation, the Roland AR-3000 serves as a dependable and high-quality solution for audio professionals who require a dedicated recorder for mission-critical applications.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Audio: The AR-3000 series utilizes 24-bit, 96 kHz recording and playback for excellent sound quality.
  • Versatile Control: These recorders offer extensive control options, including front panel controls, external trigger options (MIDI, RS-232C, LAN-Telnet, GPI), and a built-in web server for remote control.
  • Reliable Storage: They utilize industry-standard PC cards (AR-3000) or SD/SDHC memory cards (AR-3000SD) for storing audio files, ensuring durability and long-term reliability.
  • Programmable Timer: The AR-3000SD model includes a yearly programmable timer for scheduled playback.
  • Multi-Channel Playback: The AR-3000R can be used as the master unit in a multi-channel playback system, offering flexibility in complex audio setups.

Roland AR-3000 Audio Recorder Specs

Recording & Playback
Tracks
2-track stereo
Media
CompactFlash Card, USB mass storage
Audio Formats
WAV (BWF), MP3
Sample Rates
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
Bit Depth
16-bit, 24-bit
Inputs & Outputs
Analog Inputs
2 x XLR (mic/line, +48V phantom power)
Analog Outputs
2 x XLR (line level)
Digital I/O
AES/EBU (XLR), S/PDIF (RCA)
Sync
Word clock input/output (BNC)
General
Control Interface
Front panel with jog/shuttle wheel, GPI trigger
Display
Backlit LCD
Power Supply
Internal, 100-240V AC
Enclosure
1U rackmount metal chassis
Dimensions
44 mm x 482 mm x 307 mm (HxWxD)
Weight
Approx. 4.5 kg

Key Features

  • High-Quality Audio: The AR-3000 series utilizes 24-bit, 96 kHz recording and playback for excellent sound quality.
  • Versatile Control: These recorders offer extensive control options, including front panel controls, external trigger options (MIDI, RS-232C, LAN-Telnet, GPI), and a built-in web server for remote control.
  • Reliable Storage: They utilize industry-standard PC cards (AR-3000) or SD/SDHC memory cards (AR-3000SD) for storing audio files, ensuring durability and long-term reliability.
  • Programmable Timer: The AR-3000SD model includes a yearly programmable timer for scheduled playback.
  • Multi-Channel Playback: The AR-3000R can be used as the master unit in a multi-channel playback system, offering flexibility in complex audio setups.
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