Based on the innovative design of Marantz's popular PMD660, the rugged and robust Marantz PMD661 incorporates a wide range of technical advances and convenience features that help it excel in virtually any application. Big enough to accommodate dual XLR microphones and light enough for handheld use, the PMD661 offers exceptional recording quality in literally any location. 

 For critical field applications like electronic news gathering, sound capture on location and music recording, the PMD661 provides the audio precision of 24-bit, 96 kHz digital recording. Its exceptional resolution and file-based architecture makes it perfect for critical stereo recording of music and sound effects in the field, while true mono recording and lower bit rates make it equally appropriate for meetings, conferences, legal proceedings and podcasts. The ergonomic control panel, one-touch transport system and large, bright OLED display make it easy for both seasoned pros and first-tine users to record with confidence. This portable solid-state recorder uses readily available SD or SDHC media cards, and gets over five hours of operation from four AA alkalines. 

 From inputs to output, for recording, editing and playback, the Marantz PMD661 packs a wealth of functionality in a compact, ergonomic package. With full support for professional microphones, comprehensive record, playback and editing capabilities at a very reasonable price, the PMD661 puts the future of field recording in the palm of your hand.

Features:
 • Digital recording at 44.1/48/96 kHz sample rate at 16 or 24-bit quantization 
 • Uses stable, reliable SD or SDHC memory cards 
 • WAV (Broadcast WAV File) or MP3 recording format 
 • Large, easy-to-read OLED display
 • Ergonomic, one-touch transport controls 
 • Two XLR inputs, mic/line switchable with +48V phantom power 
 • S/PDIF digital input, plus a spare 1/8” stereo line in
 • RCA stereo line level outputs 
 • USB 2.0 port for easy file transfer 
 • ¼-inch headphone jack with volume control
 • Built-in stereo playback speakers
 • Pitch control and skipback functions for transcription playback
 • Over 5 hours of field recording with four AA alkaline batteries
 • Rugged ABS construction with integral tripod mount
 • PMD Marker Editor software included

Specifications: 
 Digital Audio System  
  System - Solid State Recorder
  Usable Media - SD / SDHC Cards
  Recording Format 
   MP3 - MPEG1 Layer III Compression
   WAV - 16 / 24-bit linear PCM
  Recording MP3 bitrate - 320 / 256 / 192 / 128 / 64 kbps
  Sample Rate - 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
  Number of channels - 2 (stereo) / 1 (mono)
 Audio Performance  
  Frequency Response - 2 channel stereo
  S/N Ratio (IEC-A Weighted) 
   MIC - 65 dB
   LINE - 85 dB
  Total Harmonic Distortion (at 0 VU) 
   MIC - 0.08%
   LINE - 0.02%
  Dynamic Range - 85 dB
 Inputs  
  External Mic 
   Type - XLR stereo jack
   Input Sensitivity - 1.2 mVrms / 4.2 kohms
  LINE 
   Type - XLR stereo jack
   Input Sensitivity - 0dBu / 4.2 kohms
  LINE 2 
   Type - 1/8” stereo jack
   Input Sensitivity - 500 mVrms / 20 kohms
 Outputs  
  LINE 
   Type - RCA stereo jack
   Input Sensitivity - 2.0 V / 10 kohms
  HEADPHONE 
   Type - 1/4” stereo jack
   Input Sensitivity - 16mW / 32 ohms
  SPEAKER 
   Standard Level - 450 mW / 8 ohms
 General  
  Power Consumption 
   Recording / Playback - 4.2 W (DC)
   Battery Life (Alkaline) - 5 hours (typical)
   Phantom Power - 48V, 10mA (max)
   Power 
    AC Adapter - DA620PMD (included)
    Batteries - 4xAA alkaline dry cell batteries or 4xAA NiMH rechargeable batteries
    Backup Battery - Lithium battery for real-time clock
  Dimensions: 
   Width - 93mm (3.7”)
   Height - 165mm (6.5”)
   Depth - 36mm (1.4”)
   Weight (excluding batteries) - 410g (14 oz.)