TASCAM SS-R250N 2-Channel SD/USB Recorder & Player with Network

The TASCAM SS-R250N is an extremely versatile 2-channel recorder/player designed for permanent installations, broadcast, corporate, government, education, and networked AV systems. Combining SD/USB recording, advanced network control, FTP automation, and extensive analogue and digital I/O, it is built for environments where reliability, automation, and remote management are critical.

Ideal for paging systems, background music, meeting recording, courtrooms, houses of worship, and commercial AV, the SS-R250N delivers professional performance in a compact 1U rackmount format.

Network-Ready Recording & Playback

At the core of the SS-R250N is a powerful network engine that allows audio to be managed without ever touching the unit:

• FTP Client / Server functionality

  • Automatically upload recorded files to a server

  • Download playback files directly from a server

  • Act as an FTP server for easy file access from a PC

• Automatic Upload

  • Recorded files are uploaded automatically after recording finishes

• SNTP time synchronisation

  • Accurate system time for scheduled events and logging

This makes the SS-R250N ideal for unattended or remote installations.

Event List Automation

The built-in Event List allows time-based automation of:

• Recording

• Playback

• File upload / download

• Transport and control functions

Perfect for scheduled announcements, background music playlists, meeting recording, and public address systems, especially in retail, hospitality, council chambers, and boardrooms.

Dual SD & USB Recording for Reliability

• Dual SD card slots

  • Mirror recording for instant backup

  • Relay recording for uninterrupted long recordings

• Front-panel USB port

  • Record or play directly from USB flash memory

  • Ideal for quickly handing off recordings after events

• Automatic file save system

  • Protects recordings during power loss or unexpected shutdowns

Professional Audio I/O & Microphone Support

The SS-R250N integrates easily into almost any audio system:

Analog & Digital Connectivity

• Balanced XLR I/O

• Unbalanced RCA I/O

• AES/EBU digital I/O

• S/PDIF digital I/O

Microphone Inputs

• Dual XLR microphone inputs

• +48V phantom power

• Built-in ducking circuit

  • Automatically lowers playback level when mic signal is present

  • Ideal for paging, announcements, and PA systems

Advanced Recording & Playback Tools

Recording Features

• High-resolution recording up to 24-bit / 96 kHz

• Onboard compressor and limiter

• Auto level control

• Pre-Record to avoid missed starts

• Auto track and auto mark functions

• Power-on-record for fail-safe operation

Playback Features

• Program / Random / Single playback modes

• Ducking playback

• Auto Cue / Auto Ready

• Incremental play

• Mono mix playback

• Pitch and key control

• End-of-Message (EOM) notification

Remote Control & System Integration

• Control via iOS / Android / Windows / macOS apps

• Serial and parallel control ports

• Included TASCAM RC-10 wireless remote

• Optional RC-SS150 Flash Play Controller with colour LCD

• Optional IF-DA2 Dante interface card for Dante audio networks (sold separately)

Key Features at a Glance

Network & Control

• FTP client/server for file transfer

• Event List for time-based automation

• SNTP time synchronisation

• Remote control via apps and network

• Optional Dante audio networking

Recording

• Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz

• Dual SD mirror / relay recording

• Auto level, limiter, compressor

• Power-on-record and Pre-Record

Playback

• Ducking playback

• Auto Cue / Auto Ready

• Program, Random, Single playback

• Pitch and key control

• EOM notification

Other

• Dual mic inputs with phantom power

• Sampling rate converters on I/O

• Link playback between two units

• 1U rackmount design

Specifications

• Recording / Playback: Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz

• Media: SD / SDHC / SDXC (up to 128 GB), USB flash memory

• Dimensions: 482.6 (W) × 45 (H) × 300.5 (D) mm

• Weight: 2.9 kg

• Rack Size: 1U

What’s in the Box

• SS-R250N × 1

• Power cord × 1

• Wireless remote control RC-10 × 1

• CR2025 lithium battery (pre-installed) × 1

• Rackmount screw kit × 1

• Security screw kit × 1

• Owner’s manual (including warranty) × 1

Why Choose the SS-R250N?

The SS-R250N is a rock-solid installation recorder/player built for environments where automation, reliability, and network control matter more than anything. Whether you’re recording council meetings, running scheduled announcements, or managing distributed audio across a facility, it delivers hands-off operation with professional audio quality.