Tascam DR-40X - Portable audio recorder with 4 tracks and 2 mics
Tascam DR-40X is a portable recorder with four recording tracks and XLR/TRS microphone inputs. New model of the popular Tascam DR-40V2, with a USB 2.0 audio interface. An updated and more robust item. For podcasts, sound effects and music recording applications, the Tascam DR-40X portable recorder is capable of capturing up to four tracks of high-resolution audio without the need for external microphones.
For podcasts, sound effects and music recording applications, the Tascam DR-40X portable recorder is capable of capturing up to four tracks of high-resolution audio without the need for external microphones. Its built-in unidirectional condenser microphones can be adjusted for wide or tight stereo imaging, and can be used simultaneously with the combo mic/line inputs. In addition, these unidirectional microphones minimize pickup of sound entering from the rear of the capsules, resulting in a more focused tone with less reflections. The DR-40X is equally suitable as a handheld device or when used in stand or camera-mounted configurations.
Its powering methods, batteries, USB power or an AC adapter, make the DR-40X well suited for on-the-fly recording, all-day video recording and computer audio production. The DR-40X's two balanced XLR-1/4" inputs support mic or line-level signals (even +4 dBu from professional consoles) and can supply switchable 24V or 48V phantom power if needed. Whether you use the built-in microphones or an external source, selectable modes such as stereo safety track recording, peak reduction, limiting and auto-level give you options for clean, distortion-free recording.
To maximize compactness and portability, the DR-40X records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards (up to 128 GB capacity) that support long recording times, even at high audio resolutions.
The DR-40X features a 3.5 mm mini-jack output that you can connect to your camera's input to record on both the camera and the recorder. You can also connect a pair of headphones to the 3.5 mm mini-jack for critical listening. Quick monitoring checks can be performed through the DR-40X's built-in mono speaker. Using the three included AA alkaline batteries, you can power the DR-40X for up to 18 hours of stereo recording at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz resolution. For longer sessions requiring more recording time, the DR-40X can be powered via a USB connection to a computer or mobile battery, or via the Tascam PS-P520E AC adapter (available separately).
Features of Tascam DR-100MKIII portable recorder
- 128 x 64 pixel graphic LCD display with backlight
- 10 menu languages
- Dictation mode designed for human voice recording and transcription
- Playback speed adjustable from 0.5 to 2 times (in 0.1 increments) at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
- The resume function preserves the last stop point even when the DR-40X is turned off / on
- Skip back playback function skips 1 to 10, 20 or 30 seconds during playback
- Up to 99 marks (locate points) per track
- Playlist function
- Chromatic tuner
- Built-in rubber feet reduce the transfer of vibrations from the desk or table to the built-in microphones
Specifications
Portable recorder
- Number of tracks: 4
- Maximum resolution / sampling rate: 96 kHz / 24-Bit
- Microphone: Pair of built-in cardioid stereo condensers, A / B or X / Y configuration
- Built-in speaker: Yes, 0.3 W Mono
- Display: monochrome LCD (backlit)
- Memory card support:
- SD (64 MB to 2 GB)
- SDHC (4 GB to 32 GB)
- SDXC (48 GB to 128 GB)
- Internal storage: None
Recording
- Audio file formats: BWF, MP3, WAV
- Sample rates:
- WAV: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
- MP3: 44.1 / 48 kHz
- Bit depth: 16/24-Bit
- Bit rates: 32 to 320 kb / s (recording) and 32 to 320 kb / s + VBR (playback)
- Signal Processing: Auto Gain, EQ, Limiter, Low Cut Filter, Reverb
- Timecode: None
- Recording time:
- WAV 44.1 kHz / 16-Bit: 1 Hr 41 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- WAV 48 kHz / 16-Bit: 1 Hr 33 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- WAV 96 kHz / 16-Bit: 46 minutes per GB (stereo)
- WAV 44.1 kHz / 24-Bit: 1 Hr 7 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- WAV 48 kHz / 24-Bit: 1 Hr 2 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- WAV 96 kHz / 24-Bit: 31 minutes per GB (stereo)
- MP3 32 kb / s: 74 Hrs 32 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 64 kb / s: 37 Hrs 16 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 96 kb / s: 24 Hrs 50 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 128 kb / s: 18 Hrs 38 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 192 kb / s: 12 Hrs 25 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 256 kb / s: 9 Hrs 19 Mins per GB (Stereo)
- MP3 320 kb / s: 7 hours and 27 minutes per GB (stereo)
Connectivity
- Analog I / O: 2 x Combo XLR-1/4 "TRS Female Balanced Mic / Line In (Lockable) and 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone / line output unbalanced
- Digital I / O: None
- Phantom power: +24 / 48 V, selectable on / off (applied to all inputs)
- Phantom power current: 3 mA per channel
- Plug-in power: No
- Host connection: 1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0)
Performance
- Frequency response:
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz +1/-3 dB (At 44.1 kHz, JEITA)
- 20 Hz to 22 kHz +1/-3 dB (At 48 kHz, JEITA)
- 20 kHz to 40 kHz +1/-3 dB (At 96 kHz, JEITA)
- Maximum input level: Microphone inputs -3 dBV and Line inputs +20 dBu
- Maximum output level: +2 dBV
- Headphone output power: 20 mW per channel at 32 ohms
- Impedance:
- Microphone inputs: 2.2 Kilohms
- Line inputs: 10 Kilohms
- Line outputs: 12 Ohms
- SNR: Line outputs 92 dB
- THD: ≤0.05%
- Microphone Max SPL: 125 dB SPL
Power
- Power options: Batteries, USB bus power, AC / DC power adapter
- Battery type: 3 x AA (included)
- Approximate battery life:
- WAV 44.1 kHz / 16-Bit: 18 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, phantom off, recording)
6.5 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, phantom on , recording)
9 hours (alkaline, all channels, phantom off, recording)
19.5 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
16 hours (alkaline, all channels, playback, with headphones)
16 Hours (NiMH, 2 Channels, Phantom Off, Recording)
5.5 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, Phantom On, Recording)
7, 5 hours (NiMH, all channels, phantom off, recording)
15.5 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
12.5 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, playback, with headphones) - WAV 96 kHz / 24-Bit: 14.5 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, phantom off, recording)
8.5 hours (alkaline, all channels , phantom shutdown, recording)
14 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
14 hours (alkaline, all channels, playback, with headphones)
11 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, Phantom Off, recording)
7.5 hours (NiMH, all channels, Phantom Off, recording)
12 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
11 , 5 hours (NiMH, all channels, playback, with headphones) - MP3 128 kb / s: 16 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, Phantom Off, recording)
9 hours (alkaline, all channels, phantom off, recording)
16.5 hours (alkaline, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
16.5 hours (alkaline, all channels, playback, with headphones)
12.5 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, Phantom Off, recording)
8 hours (NiMH, all channels, Phantom Off, recording)
13 hours (NiMH, 2 channels, playback, with headphones)
13.5 hours (NiMH, all channels, playback, with headphones)
- AC / DC power adapter: VDC not included
- AC input power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Physical
- Mounting options: 1/4 "-20 Female
- Operating temperature: 32 to 104 ° F / 0 to 40 ° C
- Dimensions: 2.8 x 6.1 x 1.4 "/ 70 x 155 x 35 mm (closed microphones) and 3.5 x 6.1 x 1.4 "/ 90 x 155 x 35 mm (open mics)
- Weight: 7.5 oz / 213 g (without batteries) and 9.9 oz / 282 g (with batteries)