True Recording
with Astell&Kern Players
We at Astell&Kern wanted to go beyond merely listening to music to creating it.
With the help of the ultimate technology that is represented in each Astell&Kern player, we
envisioned a product beyond any other product available that will fulfill the highest possible
synergy.
The AK Recorder is a modular recorder product, designed to be used in combination with any AK300
Series(AK380, AK320 and AK300) product, that delivers live-quality recording and playback of vocals
and instrumentals.
This portable, handy recorder offers a wide range of features, such as DSD 5.6MHz recording (the
first of its kind in a portable recorder), support for professional condenser microphones through
independent phantom power, detailed control of microphones and pre-amplifier Gains, an interface
that spans both analog and digital, a digital limiter for professionals, a peak hold, a low cut
filter, and support for a number of recording options including pre-recording.
Don't Compromise!
The AK Recorder is a world-class product that doesn't compromise in performance.
Ever wonder about the world of recording? The AK Recorder invites you in.
Little wonders begin with the AK Recorder.
Product Concept
The AK Recorder, which refers to a combination of any AK300 Series device and the Recorder Module,
provides you with a whole new level of product. The AK Recorder is a professional recording device that
provides you with studio-quality sound, the ultimate goal of all Astell&Kern products.
No matter which AK300 Series product you choose, you will be surprised to find an aesthetically pleasing
design and the ability to take advantage of the advanced recording technology in the AK Recorder. Take
your first transformational step from music consumer to music producer by combiningthe AK Recorder with
an Astell&Kern Portable Player.
The AK Recorder features professional functions never found before in a portable recorder.
The AK Recorder is capable of recording sounds from a variety of sources.
You can record live sessions, vocals, instruments and speech, as well as both analog and digital sources
by connecting it with other devices.
Wireless Control with Mobile App
No more crouching in front of recording equipment!
The AK Recorder supports remote control recording via Wi-Fi.
Simply install the free, dedicated application on your smartphone or tablet and you can record as much
as you want from the convenience of that device, even if the actual recorder is somewhere else. You can
start/stop/pause recording, adjust Gain, view level meters in real-time and access other professional
features with just a touch.
The application supports up to 4 AK Recorders and of course you can start/stop/pause the recordings of
each individual recorder.
- iOS / Android App to be released soon.
DSD Recording
The AK Recorder is the first portable recorder product in the world that supports DSD 5.6MHz recording.
While many expensive, professional products typically support up to 24bit/192kHz recording, the AK
Recorder provides support for DSD 5.6MHz recording for a proper recording of original sound.
With the support of DSD 5.6MHz recording you will be able to record each and every second of a live
music recording in DSD 5.6MHz format, the format closest to analog in terms of quality.
Just like Astell&Kern products provide listeners with the ultimate sound quality via DSD playback, using
the DSD 5.6MHz recording feature on the AK Recorder you can record the entire live session experience,
from the breath of the main vocalist to the sound of air that fills the space in the best sound
possible.
The goal of Astell&Kern is to convey sound in a form that is faithful to its source.
Now you can record, play and listen to the most faithful sound possible with the AK Recorder.
PCM
DSD
A Complete Recording Solution
The AK Recorder is a complete recording solution that allows recording via microphones and supports
input from both analog and digital sources.
Though small in size, the AK Recorder provides 5V/48V phantom power necessary for professional
condenser microphones.
Support for Mini XLR LINE1 and 3.5mm LINE2 allows you to connect a number of external audio devices
with ease.
You can connect the phono amplifier of a turntable to record analog LP signals as a perfect digital
signal and connect easily with products that have digital-out ports via the AES3(AES/EBU) digital
input ports.
Furthermore, detailed control of microphones and pre-amplifier Gains are available. Depending on the
purpose and environment of each recording, the microphone levels can be increased by 3dB and the
pre-amplifier can be increased by 0.5dB using the touch interface.
The AK Recorder is suitable for any and all forms of recording, whether it be a performance, a live
concert, an interview, a meeting or an analog LP signal.
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Mini XLR (STEREO)
MIC IN : O (1)
LINE IN : O (2) O - Only L Channel (3) -
3.5mm (STEREO)
MIC IN : O (4)
LINE IN : O (5) X
(2) Audio Player – mini XLR to XLR cable – AK Recorder (LINE1 input)
(3) Digital Player – mini XLR to XLR cable – AK Recorder (AES3 input)
(4) Self-powered MIC – 3.5mm to XLR cable – AK Recorder (MIC2 input)
(5) Turntable – Phono AMP – RCA Y cable – AK Recorder (LINE2 input)
Advanced Recording Technology
The AK Recorder provides a number of features to give you an easy-to-use system through which to produce
the highest possible recording quality. Advanced Compressor/Limiter, Peak Hold, Low Cut Filter and Pre
Recording features are all designed to produce a quality recording.
During a recording, a loud noise the user is incapable of controlling may be fed into the device.
This phenomenon is called "clipping."
The AK Recorder's Compressor/Limiter feature prevents clippings. The Compressor/Limiter automatically
adjusts any sound level that exceeds a user-defined threshold to prevent sound distortion. As a result,
you can rest assured that your recordings will be clipping-free.
The Peak Hold feature detects the peak signal from the input signal and displays its value.
Users can view the peak value displayed in the level meter and adjust the Gain accordingly.
Various kinds of low-frequency noises can be introduced during the recording. The AK Recorder's Low Cut
Filter eliminates low-frequency noises from within the user-defined frequency range. This in turn
reduces unwanted noises like breathing and humming from other appliances.
Did the band start playing or did the actor start talking before you were set to record?
No worries, the AK Recorder has a feature called Pre Recording that automatically starts to record
2/3/5/10 seconds prior to the actual recording start.
With just one simple touch you can add markers at any point in a recording where further attention is
needed and segment the recording file by touching the File Segmentation icon once.
The AK Recorder is packed full of a wide range of recording features suitable for amateur and
professional use, allowing you to produce the recording of your dreams.
Limiter Setting
Low Cut Filter Setting
Peak Hold
Pre Recording Setting
Convenient User Interface
Dull black and white displays, a hoard of buttons that you can never fathom the use of without a manual
- These are not true for the AK Recorder. A large, touch-enabled display allows you to record
conveniently and intuitively.
The AK Recorder also provides a Welcome Guide with easy-to-follow, on-screen instructions. The main
interface consists of the most frequently used recording features and intuitive graphics that allow you
to easily differentiate between analog and digital inputs.
Just sliding your finger up or down will adjust the Gain of the microphone and the pre-amplifier;
advanced recording options such as Pre Recording and Low Cut Filter can be set all at once.
The convenient and easy to use interface lets you enjoy the entire recording process.
Perfect Match
The AK Recorder was designed as an embodiment of the "light and shadow" concept that Astell&Kern
pursues.
Its body features light-reflecting surfaces that glisten when exposed to light and produces small
sparkles of detail.
The same form of the embodiment of light and shadow that is applied to Astell&Kern Portable Players
is also applied to the right side of the AK Recorder to express the continuity of the design.
The AK Recorder is designed to function as one unified product. The wheel at the back of the product
acts as a physical link between the Astell&Kern Portable Player and the AK Recorder Module and is a
representation of Astell&Kern's unique design identity.
The AK Recorder is a complete, unified product combining the AK Recorder Module with either the
AK380, AK320 or AK300.
AK Recorder Single Kit
- AK Recorder Device
- Mini XLR to XLR Cable x2
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Specification
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General Specifications
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Model
PRF11 / AK Recorder Single Kit
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Body Color
Meteoric Titan
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Body Material
Aluminum
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Recording Channel
2 channel, Stereo recording
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Audio Inputs
mini XLR 3pin type MIC/LINE x2(L/R), AES3 x1(L), 3.5mm MIC/LINE x1
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mini XLR 3pin map
1 : Ground(G) / 2 : Positive(+) / 3 : Negative(-)
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Key Interface
MIC / LINE1 / AES3 select key x1, MIC2 / LINE2 select key x1, Phantom Power select key x1 (off / 5V / 48V)
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Battery
4,700mAh 3.7V Li-Polymer Battery
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Continuous Recording Time
about 4hours (24bit/96kHz WAV, External Mic & Phantom Power 48V)
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Dimensions
3.17 ”(80.7 mm) [W] x 5.01 ”(127.4 mm) [H] x 1.17 ”(29.9 mm) [D]
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Weight
8.85 oz (251 g)
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Model
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Audio Performance
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Recording Bit Rate
WAV : 16 / 24 / 32bit, DSD64, DSD128
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Sampling Frequency
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 / 352.8 / 384kHz
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Frequency Response
10Hz ~ 40kHz
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A/D Dynamic Range
116dB A-weighted bandwidth
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Equivalent Input Noise
MIC : -126dBu, 150ohm source, A-weighted filter
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THD+N
MIC : 0.0004% max (1kHz, -15dBu) / LINE : 0.0006% max (1kHz, -15dBu)
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Gain
MIC : 9 to 60dB, 3.0dB increments / LINE : -96 to 22dB, 0.5dB increments
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Low Cut Filters
40 ~ 240Hz in 10Hz steps @ 6,12,18,24dB/oct
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Compressor & Limiter
0 ~ -10dBFS, 1:2 ~ 1:20; Limiter, 1~1,000ms attack time, 10~2,000ms release time
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Phantom Power
5V / 48V
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Recording Bit Rate
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Etc.
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- Audio was NOT muted during the measurement.
- The image/specification may be changed without notice to improve product performance and quality.
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Price
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Price
$ 999
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Price