London, UK (MuseWire) – The latest update takes the R-44's software to v1.05 and enables users to add effects in Pre Record mode, and also includes updates for the BWF (Broadcast Wave File) marker format, notable with previously recorded data. Other improvements include quicker shutdown times in some modes with SD cards, and a smoother overall workflow helped by minor bug fixes.

EDIROL's field recorders have become an industry standard and a great choice for every situation requiring professional quality audio recording. Many musicians, journalists, podcasters, video editors, educators and broadcasters who need crystal clear, reliable and dependable audio recording have become fans of the range.

The EDIROL R-44 is a compact and lightweight recorder that offers the ultimate in quiet and reliable SD/SDHC recordings. It has up to four channels of uncompressed audio available at selectable 16- or 24-bit depths and between 44.1kHz and 192kHz (stereo mode only). Broadcast wave is also supported and two R-44s can be synced together to offer up to 8-channel recording for surround sound applications.

Key Features of the R-44
• Compact, lightweight and rugged design
• Record up to four channels of audio at selectable bit rates (16- & 24-bit) and sampling frequencies (44.1, 48, 96kHz – 192kHz for stereo recording only)
• Wide variety of input sensitivity levels
• Uses SD and SDHC cards for quiet and reliable operation
• Comprehensive effects, including limiter, low-cut filter, 3-band EQ, 6-band GEQ, enhancer and de-esser
• XLR and 1/4-inch TRS jack inputs
• USB 2.0 connection for quick and easy copy and archive to a computer
• Power from external PSU or onboard AA batteries.