Montebello, CA - Apr 1, 2009 - Tascam has released an update to its DR-100 portable recorder that supports high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit recording. The free software update, version 1.10, is being quality tested and will be available for download from the Tascam website at the end of April. The DR-100 now supports sampling rates from 44.1k to 96kHz, 24-bit or 16-bit WAV recording and MP3 recording.

The DR-100 has a pair of XLR mic ins with phantom power. In addition, the DR-100 has four built-in electret condenser mics -- two cardioid and two omni -- and a built-in speaker for playback. It's powered through an included Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery or AA batteries. Analog line inputs and outputs are also available, as well as a mic stand mounting hole.