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Powering Field Recorders-Updated Guide to External Power Options
HealthCov Chris:
I just bought an new Tascam DR-680 (don't say it Acidjack!), and am trying to decide on my external power source. I know mobile power sources have been interwoven throughout many threads here, but maybe we could begin a current thread focused on the many potential powering options currently available. I see many options not previously mentioned and I assume many of us on this forum, me included, don't know how to read the specs to know if they will be compatible with our devices. It would be great to get lots of participation in this thread. Lets face it, without dependable power, the best mics and recorders are worthless.
I'll start first:
I heard about the Vagabond Mini by Paul C. Buff and wondered if anyone has tried it out. Here is the link.
http://www.paulcbuff.com/vm120.php
HealthCov Chris:
Also curious about this Energy Power16. Found it at Fry's for $99. Would this be an option based on specs?
http://www.frys.com/product/8129085?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
dean:
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Hypnocracy:
I've been running Batterygeek 10-14-115 100wh 12v batteries on my Portico and DR680...one died and started running my old Tekkeon on the DR680 They have dip switches for voltage and are set to 12v only.
Considering replacing both....I'm thinking of going to the TalentCell Batteries....they have USB 5v, 9v and 12v output. Very reasonable for Watt Hour Rating.
132wh $64.99
100wh $48.99
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01337QXMA/ref=s9_dcbhz_bw_g469_i2_sh
HealthCov Chris:
--- Quote from: Hypnocracy on January 14, 2016, 08:24:31 PM ---Considering replacing both....I'm thinking of going to the TalentCell Batteries....they have USB 5v, 9v and 12v output. Very reasonable for Watt Hour Rating.
132wh $64.99
100wh $48.99
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01337QXMA/ref=s9_dcbhz_bw_g469_i2_sh
--- End quote ---
Nice price for new! Anyone using it now? Runtime with 4 channels of phantom 48v?
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