DA30 MKIII vs TEAC DA-P20
The DA-P20 matches the DA30 MKIII on max sample rate (48 kHz) and signal-to-noise (90 dB).
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The Tascam DA30mk3 is a stereo digital audio recorder/player that supports 48kHz, 44.1kHz, and 32kHz sampling rates for both playback and recording. It features a bright orange-on-black large information display showing levels, counters, and other operational data. The unit includes fine resolution multi-segment audio level meters with a Margin facility that indicates remaining headroom before digital saturation, helping optimize recording levels. The DA30mk3 has a dedicated headphone output with its own volume control, capable of driving 600 Ohm headphones as well as low impedance types. It is designed for professional use with digital peak-hold meters and a remote control that allows setting display brightness at four levels. The system is forgiving of very short-term overloads but encourages staying within advised limits for clean recordings. This model is a successor to earlier DA30 versions, maintaining Tascam's reputation for reliable digital mastering and playback equipment.
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Components that show up alongside the DA30 MKIII in real systems. A verdict means the pair has been checked for compatibility and headroom — open it to see how the two get along.
The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The DA-P20 matches the DA30 MKIII on max sample rate (48 kHz) and signal-to-noise (90 dB).
The SV-3800's signal-to-noise is 92 dB against the DA30 MKIII's 90 dB. Both share max sample rate (48 kHz).
The ERC-2's max sample rate is 384 kHz against the DA30 MKIII's 48 kHz and its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 90 dB.
The CDP-CX333ES's max sample rate is 44.1 kHz against the DA30 MKIII's 48 kHz and its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 90 dB.
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