Tentacle Sync TRACK E Pocket Audio Recorder with Lavalier Mic and Timecode Support

Tentacle Sync TRACK E Pocket Audio Recorder with Lavalier Mic and Timecode Support is a compact body-worn recording kit for interviews, journalism, vlogging, music work, and other productions where the microphone needs to stay with the talent. The recorder captures mono BWF or WAV files directly to microSD media at up to 48 kHz, with a choice of 24-bit or 32-bit floating-point recording.

The supplied lavalier microphone connects through the TRACK E's locking 3.5 mm TRS input and uses 5 V plug-in power. Timecode can be handled through wired input and output as well as wireless synchronization with compatible Tentacle units. Bluetooth 5.0 links the recorder to the Tentacle Setup App on Android and iOS for remote control, while the internal rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of operation.

Highlights

• Complete lavalier recording package – combines the TRACK E recorder with an interchangeable omnidirectional lav mic and the accessories needed for body-worn recording
• 32-bit floating-point recording – gives location crews extra recording headroom when dialogue levels change unexpectedly
• Integrated timecode workflow – supports wired timecode input/output plus wireless synchronization with compatible Tentacle devices
• Bluetooth 5.0 remote control – works with the Tentacle Setup App on iOS and Android for recorder control and setup
• Ready-to-record media included – supplied with a 16GB microSD card, with support for cards up to 32GB

Quick Specs & Uses

• Product type: Lavalier recorder with timecode support
• Primary applications: Music recording, podcasting, interviews, journalism, vlogging, and audio-for-video
• Input channels: 1
• Microphone inputs: 1
• Recording tracks: 1
• Microphone: Interchangeable lavalier
• Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
• Microphone sensitivity: -54 dB
• Audio file formats: BWF, WAV
• Maximum sample rate: 48 kHz
• Bit depth: 24-bit, 32-bit float
• Microphone input: 1 x locking 3.5 mm TRS
• Microphone power: 5 V bias / plug-in power
• Wireless: Bluetooth 5.0
• Mobile app support: Android and iOS
• Storage: Single microSD/microSDHC slot, up to 32GB
• Battery runtime: Up to 10 hours

Why It Helps

For body-worn dialogue, keeping the recorder close to the microphone simplifies the signal path. The included lav plugs directly into the locking 3.5 mm input, while the belt clip keeps the recorder with the talent rather than running a long cable back to a camera or mixer.

Timecode is built into the recorder instead of added later with another box. TRACK E supports wired input and output as well as wireless sync, so multiple recorders can stay aligned with compatible Tentacle units and give postproduction a cleaner reference when matching separately recorded audio to picture.

The supplied kit is also set up for field work rather than just bench testing. A 16GB microSD card, mic clip, foam windscreen, mini pouch, belt clip, two USB cable types, colored identification bands, and a zippered carrying bag are already included, so fewer extra pieces need to be sourced before the recorder goes into a production kit.

System Characteristics

• Mono recording supports single-channel lavalier and spoken-word capture
• BWF and WAV recording provide the listed production audio file formats
• Maximum sampling rate: 48 kHz
• 24-bit recording is supported
• 32-bit floating-point recording is supported
• Limiter is available as onboard signal processing
• Low-cut filter is available as onboard signal processing
• Timecode operation supports wired input/output and wireless synchronization
• Supported frame rates: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 29.97 DF, 30 fps
• Locking 3.5 mm TRS input provides the analog microphone connection
• 5 V plug-in power supports the included compatible lavalier microphone
• Phantom power: Not supported
• USB-C provides the listed USB connection
• Bluetooth 5.0 provides wireless connection to the Tentacle Setup App
• Remote control is supported through the app on compatible Android and iOS devices
• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Gain: Up to 46 dB
• THD: ≤ 0.05%
• Dynamic range: 110 dB
• Battery type: Internal rechargeable
• Battery runtime: Up to 10 hours
• Mounting: Belt clip
• Dimensions: 47 × 68 × 19 mm (1.9 × 2.7 × 0.7 in)
• Weight: 0.058 kg (0.128 lb)

What's In The Box

• 1 x Tentacle Sync TRACK E Pocket Audio Recorder with Lavalier Mic and Timecode Support
• 1 x Mic Clip
• 1 x Foam Windscreen
• 1 x Mini Pouch
• 1 x Belt Clip
• 1 x 16GB microSD Card
• 1 x USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable
• 1 x USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable
• 5 x Colored Bands
• 1 x Zippered Carrying Bag
• 1 x Software License for Tentacle Sync Studio (macOS)

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