The Tascam AK-DR11C is a camera accessory kit for Tascam handy recorders. The AK-DR11C filmmaking accessory package for all Tascam handy recorders includes:
Attenuator cable for optimum audio connection to camera: The DR-series recorders have a higher signal than most cameras' are designed to take. The sound quality declines when it is directly connected to the input of a DSLR camera, utilizing an attenuator cable will properly adjust the signal of the recorder's headphone output. *Some handheld recorders including the DR-100mkII have separate headphone and line-level outputs. If you connect to these recorders, please make sure to use the attenuator cable with the headphones output.
Splitter cable for simultaneous headphone and camera connection: Many handheld recorders use the headphone output connector when in use with a camera. In this case, your headphones are obsolete. By using the splitter cable, you will be able to use both headphones and connect to the camera.
The main features of the Tascam AK-DR11C include:
5 star! The 'Dead Cat', wind noise reducer works a treat, I tried to record some birdsong with my Tascam DR05 portable stereo sound recorder, but the wind noise made the recording unusable. I bought the Tascam AK-Dr11C and repeated the recording in equally windy circumstances and the results were much better! The wind noise wasn't completely excluded, but it was reduced to such a volume that it was almost inaudible except for the very strongest gusts. The connecting wires and plugs are fine, if a little short, but they all do the job intended. Excellent, recommended!