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Chief Content Editor at - searchturntablesMeet Sarah, a product review writer with 7.5 years of experience in musical equipment, specifically record players, also known as turntables. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Sarah has a deep love for music and enjoys exploring the city's vibrant music scene. She has written for various online publications, sharing her expertise and insights on the latest turntables, accessories, and other musical equipment. When she's not writing or attending concerts, Sarah can be found spending...
The Teac LP-R550 is a very good, well-built portable recorder that will appeal to those who want the best of both worlds – compact size and portability combined with professional quality sound recording capability. It’s also one of the few recorders on the market today which has a cassette deck as standard equipment. The LP-R550 can be used for home or studio use and comes complete with a remote-control handset.
This review covers the latest version of this model, the LP-R550US.
This is a great little recorder, but it does have some drawbacks. Firstly, there are only two inputs available (one each for microphone and line-level) so you cannot connect more than one instrument at once. Also to this, the input gain controls are quite limited in range. Secondly, although the unit is small enough to fit into your shirt pocket, it is still fairly large and heavy. Thirdly, the battery life is not particularly long. However, if you need a portable recorder then this is certainly worth considering.
Teac LP-R550USBB CD Recorder with Cassette and Turntable – Black
Teac LP-R550USBB CD Recorder Features:
- Compact design
- 2 x XLR mic/line inputs
- 1 x 3.5mm mini jack stereo headphone output
- Remote control handset
- Built-in speakerphone
- Built-in turntable
- Automatic power off after 30 minutes
- Portable size & weight
- Dual band AM/FM radio
- Cassette tape playback
- Record time up to 60 mins
- Record time up to 40 hrs
- Rechargeable batteries
- Lithium ion batteries
- Dimensions: W80xH100xD40cm
- Weight: approx. 9kg
FAQs : Teac LP-R550USBB CD Recorder with Cassette and Turntable
How do the LP-R550 and LP-R500 differ?
The LP-R550 is an updated version of the LP-R500. It has a larger chassis and improved ergonomics. Besides a cassette player, it also comes with a DVD player.
How much memory do I get with the LP-R550?
You get 4MB of internal memory with the LP-R 550. This should be sufficient for most applications.
Can I use my own headphones with the LP-R500? If so, how do I set them up?
Yes, you can use your own headphones with the LP 500. Simply plug them into the socket labelled ‘Headphones’ on the rear panel.
Does the LP-R550 come with a carrying case?
No, unfortunately we don’t include any sort of carry bag with the LP-R 500.
Is the LP-R550 suitable for home or studio use?
Yes, the LP-R 550 is perfectly suited to home or studio use.
Will the LP-R550 work with other brands of microphones?
Yes, the LP R 550 works with all major brands of condenser mics including Neumann, AKG, Shure etc.
What else do I need to purchase in addition to the LP-R550?
You can start using the LP-R 500 as soon as you receive it.
Conclusion
The LP-R550 is another excellent product from Teac. It offers high quality audio recording capabilities at a reasonable price point. Although it lacks the flexibility of some of its competitors, it is still a very capable machine.
The lack of external connectors makes it unsuitable for live performance situations where multiple instruments may be connected simultaneously. However, it is ideal for recording voice overs, interviews and demos.
A specific European market design was also incorporated into the LP-R550. As such, it will be slightly different to the US models which were released earlier this year.
Overall, the LP-R550 is a well built and versatile device that would suit anyone looking for a good value portable recorder.
Meet Sarah, a product review writer with 7.5 years of experience in musical equipment, specifically record players, also known as turntables. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Sarah has a deep love for music and enjoys exploring the city's vibrant music scene. She has written for various online publications, sharing her expertise and insights on the latest turntables, accessories, and other musical equipment. When she's not writing or attending concerts, Sarah can be found spending time with her family and pets.
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