TASCAM XLR Audio Adapter for Fujifilm X/GFX Full Specs Online and Coming End of December for €490
Back in August, TEAC announced the development of TASCAM XLR Audio Adapter for Fujifilm Mirrorless Cameras, the Tascam CA-XLR2d-F.
Note that a future firmware update coming in 2022 will make the X-T4, X-S10 and GFX100S compatible with the Tascam CA-XLR2d-F.
Now, in the original press release the expected shipping date was “end of 2021“. Now Tascam confirmed that they will release it at the end of the month.
Now the full specs and the price have been shared and you can find them down below.
As for the price, some stores already list it on their website. For example German Videodata lists it for pre-order for €490 without VAT. In Japan the price will be of 65,780 Yen (converted to $579)
Tascam XLR CA-XLR2d – Features at a Glance
- Two XLR/TRS input terminals to use the optimum microphone according to the set and environment
- High-performance A/D converter transmits digital audio directly and without deterioration to the camera via the accessory shoe (compatible manufacturers: Canon, Fujifilm)
- Power can be supplied from the camera body via the corresponding accessory shoe (compatible manufacturers: Canon, Fujifilm)
- High-performance Tascam HDDA mic preamplifier for high sound quality, low noise and wide dynamic range (switchable mic/line level, switchable 48V phantom power supply)
- Additional 3.5-mm stereo mini jack input for a lavalier mic or a microphone requiring plug-in power
- Compatible with virtually all cameras that have an analogue input by using the included items (battery box, cold shoe mount adapter, detachable microphone holder with shock mount mechanism and analogue audio cable)
- Cold shoe mount on top for extra adapters or accessories
- Analogue audio output that supports two modes:
- Camera mode: Allows to transmit audio to the microphone input of the camera
- Headphone mode: Allows direct monitoring with headphones
- Replaceable shoe connection adapter
- CA-AK1-C and CA-AK1-F available for use with Canon or Fujifilm cameras
- One CA-XLR2d can be used with both Canon and Fujifilm cameras by replacing the shoe connection adapter
- Switchable input level attenuation: 0 dB / 20 dB / 46 dB
- Switchable low-cut filter: Off / 80 Hz / 220 Hz
- Switchable limiter
- Auto-level function
- Overload indicator for each input
- Input level, auto/manual setting and limiter of inputs 1 and 2 can be stereo-linked
- Transparent protective cover to prevent unintentional changes of settings
- Convenient cable holder
Full Specs
| A/D conversion | |
|---|---|
| Sampling frequency | 48 kHz / 96 kHz |
| Bit width | 16 bit, 24 bit (Fs and bit width are synchronized with the settings of the connected camera) |
| Number of audio channels | 2 |
| Analogue audio inputs | |
|---|---|
| Mic inputs 1, 2 (balanced) | XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) (phantom power available) |
| Input impedance | ≥2 kΩ |
| Maximum input level | +6 dBu (ATT set to 46 dB) |
| Minimum input level | –60 dBu (ATT set to 0 dB) |
| Gain range | 66 dB |
| Line inputs 1, 2 (balanced) | 6.3-mm standard TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) (phantom power not available) |
| Input impedance | ≥10 kΩ |
| Maximum input level | +24 dBu |
| Rated input level | +4 dBu |
| Gain range | 66 dB |
| Mic input 3 (unbalanced) | 3.5-mm 3-pole mini jack (supports plug-in power) |
| Input impedance | ≥2 kΩ |
| Maximum input level | +6 dBV (ATT set to 46 dB) |
| Minimum input level | –60 dBV (ATT set to 0 dB) |
| Gain range | 66 dB |
| Plug-in power | 2.7 V |
| (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms) |
| Analogue audio outputs | |
|---|---|
| Headphones/Camera output | 3.5-mm stereo mini jack |
| Output voltage | 0.29 Vrms (fixed, when set to headphones) 0.5 Vrms (output volume max., when set to camera) |
| Headphones impedance | 16–250 Ω |
| Audio performance | |
|---|---|
| Mic preamp EIN (equivalent input noise) | ≤–120 dBu (150 Ω, GAIN at max., A-weighted) |
| Dynamic range | ≥95 dB (22-kHz LPF, A-weighted) |
| Frequency response (XLR to digital input) | 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5 dB / –1 dB (Fs = 48 kHz) 20 Hz to 40 kHz +0.5 dB / –1 dB (Fs = 96 kHz) |
| Power supply and other specifications | |
|---|---|
| Power supply | 2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium-ion) Power through accessory shoe of compatible camera |
| Power consumption | 2 W (maximum) |
| Dimensions (w × h × d, without protrusions) | 88 mm × 119 mm × 110 mm |
| Weight | CA-XLR2d-C: 341 g CA-XLR2d-F: 331 g CA-XLR2d-AN: 357 g |
| Operating temperature range | 0–40 °C |
| Included items | |
|---|---|
| CA-XLR2d-C (Canon Kit) | CA-XLR2d unit* CA-AK1-C accessory shoe mount adapter (attached to unit)* CA-AK1-AN cold shoe mount adapter* Battery holder* Mic holder (attached to unit) Quick Guide (including warranty) 3.5-mm stereo mini jack cable |
| CA-XLR2d-F (Fujifilm Kit) | CA-XLR2d unit* CA-AK1-F accessory shoe mount adapter (attached to unit)* CA-AK1-AN cold shoe mount adapter* Battery holder* Mic holder (attached to unit) Quick Guide (including warranty) 3.5-mm stereo mini jack cable |
| CA-XLR2d-AN (Analogue Kit) | CA-XLR2d unit* CA-AK1-AN cold shoe mount adapter (attached to unit)* Battery holder* Mic holder (attached to unit) Quick Guide (including warranty) 3.5-mm stereo mini jack cable |