DVD-RAM Based Mastering Recorder from Fostex

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Fostex America recently introduced the DV40 Master Recorder, designed to record and play audio data directly onto a DVD-RAM disc. Designed to replace (tape) DAT technology in a mastering format, the DV40 is the future in post production recording.

“Basically we wanted to get away from tape-based technology,” says Rick Cannata, Professional Products Manager for Fostex. “The DV40 employs the UDF file format mode that establishes file compatibility between computer based work stations The user can select either SDII or BWF (.WAV) as the desired audio format and also choose either 24-bit or 16-bit resolution. You can take your media out of a DV40 and load it right into a Pro Tool based computer editing system without doing any file format conversion.” The DV40 offers internal file conversion between four-track or stereo files and multitrack mono files. File editing modes offer non-destructive edit functions such as Copy, Paste, Insert, Cut and Erase.

You can select between two recording modes, New File and Insert. The Insert mode offers Time Jump UNDO functions supported by time and date. In Tape mode (destructive mode) data security for accidental power loss, i.e., previous recording is secured up to the point where the power loss occurred. For back up and archiving a Disc duplicate mode is available by installing an optional hard drive, while Audio file duplicate modes are possible on board.

For more information, visit their web site at www.fostex.com.