Edirol R-09 Recorder Breaks the 2GB Barrier

The new 1.10 firmware update for the Edirol R-09 WAV/MP3 recorder reportedly makes it the world's first SDHC- (SD High Capacity) compatible stereo field recorder. (See our review.)

SDHC memory cards break the 2GB barrier and offer increased data transfer speeds. Roland has certified the new Panasonic RP-SDR04-GJ1K 4GB cards for use with the R-09. 8GB cards are expected before long.

According to the press release, other enhancements in the free firmware update include faster data transfer, a longer power switch cut-off time, simpler file-naming, and improvements to the internal time-stamping feature.