Tascam XLR Microphone Adapter Canon Kit for Mirrorless Cameras (CA-XLR2D-C)

Professional Two-Channel Microphone Adapter for Mirrorless Cameras

The Tascam CA-XLR2d is a versatile two-channel microphone adapter and preamplifier designed to enable high-quality professional stereo audio recording with mirrorless and other cameras. It transfers audio signals directly to the camera in digital or analogue form, synchronizing audio with video to reduce post-production time.

Key Features

• Two XLR/TRS combo inputs for flexible microphone selection based on shooting environment
• High-performance A/D converter transmits pristine digital audio directly to compatible cameras (Canon, Fujifilm) via the accessory shoe
• Powered through the camera's accessory shoe, eliminating the need for external power supplies
• Tascam HDDA mic preamplifier ensures low noise, wide dynamic range, and high sound quality with switchable mic/line level and 48V phantom power
• Additional 3.5-mm stereo mini jack input supports lavalier or plug-in power microphones
• Compatible with virtually all cameras having analogue audio input using included battery box, cold shoe mount adapter, detachable microphone holder with shock mount, and analogue audio cable
• Top cold shoe mount for attaching additional accessories or adapters
• Analogue audio output with two modes: Camera mode (transmit audio to camera mic input) and Headphone mode (direct headphone monitoring)
• Replaceable shoe connection adapters (CA-AK1-C for Canon, CA-AK1-F for Fujifilm) allow use with multiple camera brands
• Switchable input level attenuation (0 dB / 20 dB / 46 dB), low-cut filter (Off / 80 Hz / 220 Hz), limiter, and auto-level function
• Overload indicators for each input and stereo-linked input level, auto/manual setting, and limiter controls
• Transparent protective cover prevents accidental setting changes and includes a convenient cable holder

Flexible Microphone Compatibility

Choose from a wide range of microphones including shotgun, dynamic, condenser, and lavalier mics to suit your filming needs. The CA-XLR2d supports single or dual microphone setups and line-level inputs from mixers, providing professional audio capture for interviews, dialogue, stereo imaging, and more.

High-Quality Audio Conversion

Utilizing Tascam's expertise and premium A/D converters, the CA-XLR2d delivers clean, noise-free sound by sending digital audio directly to the camera without additional conversion steps. This direct digital transfer eliminates noise and distortion and removes the need for audio-video synchronization in post-production.

Power and Connectivity

The adapter is powered via the camera's hot shoe (compatible with Canon and Fujifilm), keeping your setup compact and cable-free. For cameras without compatible hot shoe power or digital audio support, the CA-XLR2d-AN analogue kit includes a battery box and cables to connect to analogue inputs, enhancing audio quality on virtually any camera.

Built-In Audio Processing and Controls

• Auto-level, low-cut filter, and limiter accessible via switches
• Stereo linking of input gain, level, and limiter for synchronized control
• Professional-grade electronics supporting 16-bit/24-bit resolution and 48 kHz or 96 kHz sampling frequencies

Included Accessories

• CA-XLR2d unit with attached CA-AK1-C accessory shoe mount adapter
• CA-AK1-AN cold shoe mount adapter
• Battery holder for two AA batteries
• Detachable microphone holder with shock mount
• 3.5-mm stereo mini jack cable
• Quick Guide including warranty
• Connector cover

Technical Specifications

A/D Conversion

• Sampling frequencies: 48 kHz / 96 kHz
• Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit (synchronized with camera settings)
• Channels: 2

Analogue Audio Inputs

• Mic inputs 1 & 2: Balanced XLR-3-31 (phantom power available), input impedance ≥2 kΩ, max input +6 dBu (46 dB attenuation), gain range 66 dB
• Line inputs 1 & 2: Balanced 6.3-mm TRS jacks, input impedance ≥10 kΩ, max input +24 dBu, rated input +4 dBu, gain range 66 dB
• Mic input 3: Unbalanced 3.5-mm mini jack with plug-in power (2.7 V), input impedance ≥2 kΩ, max input +6 dBV (46 dB attenuation), gain range 66 dB

Analogue Audio Outputs

• 3.5-mm stereo mini jack for headphones or camera output
• Output voltage: 0.29 Vrms fixed (headphones mode), 0.5 Vrms max (camera mode)
• Headphone impedance: 16–250 Ω

Audio Performance

• Equivalent input noise (EIN): ≤–120 dBu (150 Ω, max gain, A-weighted)
• Dynamic range: ≥95 dB (22-kHz LPF, A-weighted)
• Frequency response (XLR to digital): 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB / –1 dB at 48 kHz sampling, 20 Hz to 40 kHz ±0.5 dB / –1 dB at 96 kHz sampling

Power and Physical

• Power supply: 2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium-ion) or power through compatible camera accessory shoe
• Power consumption: 2 W max
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 88 mm × 119 mm × 110 mm (without protrusions)
• Weight: 341 g (CA-XLR2d-C model)
• Operating temperature: 0–40 °C