The Studer D741 Professional CD Recorder was a versatile solution poised to revolutionise various applications. With the then recent plummet in blank CD-R prices, this recorder emerged as an appealing choice for a multitude of tasks, including crafting music compilations for broadcasting stations, mastering CDs for direct glass master recording in CD production, generating demo and promotion CDs for musicians or radio stations, creating jingles or station IDs for radio broadcasts, compiling content for theatrical and museum use, and serving as a reliable audio and data backup tool.
The Studer D741 prioritised user experience with its user-friendly interface, featuring a clear arrangement of generously sized operating elements, a built-in monitor speaker, an easily readable FTD/LED display, and intuitive “one key” commands for direct operation of essential functions. Notably, the illuminated CD tray ensures visibility even when closed, while a label field facilitates clear marking of different units.
Additionally, separate level controls for left and right channels enhance customisation options. In terms of compatibility, the Studer D741 stands out by supporting a wide array of CD standards, including Orange Book (CD-R), Red Book (CD-Audio), Yellow Book (CD-ROM), Green Book (CD-I), Blue Book (Enhanced Music CD), White Book (Video CD), and Photo CD.
Its standard SCSI protocol enables seamless integration with common CD formatting software, while its multi-session format enhances flexibility for various recording needs. The Studer D741 CD Recorder embodies reliability, versatility, and ease of use, making it an indispensable tool for professionals across diverse fields.
The Studer D741 sets a new standard in professional interfaces, boasting comprehensive connectivity options for seamless communication with analogue and digital equipment. Featuring a SCSI interface with quadruple speed playback and double speed recording, digital inputs and outputs (AES/EBU and SPDIF), balanced analogue inputs and outputs, an adjustable headphones output, and remote-control interfaces, the D741 ensures compatibility across a wide range of devices.
Technological advancements further enhance its capabilities, allowing for uninterrupted recording of CD-Rs in “track at once” and “disc at once” modes without the occurrence of uncorrectable E32 errors, ideal for mastering CDs. Subcode from various sources such as CD, DAT, DCC, and MD can be utilised for processing track information, facilitated by a digital sampling frequency converter.
Direct double-speed copying from the Studer D424 MO Recorder or workstations via SCSI, as well as double-speed copying of CD-Audio, offers efficient workflow solutions. Calibrated analogue inputs, manual or automatic setting of Track and Index IDs, adjustable delay buffer, automatic fade-in and fade-out, and programmable ISRC and UPC/EAN codes streamline the recording process.
Selectable copy bit options, a Delta-Sigma A/D converter with 64 times oversampling, and dynamic laser power control ensure optimal performance across various CD-R brands and recording conditions. With its outstanding capabilities, the Studer D741 emerges as the preferred choice for professionals seeking reliability and versatility in their recording equipment.
