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Tascam DR-40X Portable 4-Channel PCM Linear Recorder

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  • Product details

    Versatile four-track audio recorder for cinema, music, podcasting and any other application. Easy-to-use compact design with a high-performance feature set and versatile audio I/O, all to produce professional content.

    Features :

    • High-quality unidirectional stereo condenser microphones that can record in A-B and X-Y positions
    • XLR/TRS inputs compatible with +4dBu line level / +48V
    • 4-channel mode that can be used for dual recording and nondestructive overdub recording, etc.
    • Support multiple languages for menu (ENG/FRA/DEU/ITA/ESP/RUS/PRT/JPN/CHI/KOR)
    • Overwrite function for Punch-In recording with one level of Undo
    • Functions as a 2in/ 2out USB Audio Interface for Mac, PC or iOS recording
    • Dictation mode designed for human voice recording and transcription
    • MS decoding function making it possible to use M-S microphones
    • Optional RC-3F foot switch and RC-10 wired remote control can be connected
    • Long-time operation of maximum 18 hours is possible using just the internal batteries
    • Reverb effect
    • Auto recording function
    • Proven high sound pressure design for capturing loud sounds of up to 125dB SPL
    • Peak reduction function that detects peaks and automatically sets the optimal level
    • Self timer recording function
    • Seamless gain control
    • Low-cut filter with three levels (40/80/120Hz)
    • Speed change (VSA) function for adjusting the speed from 0.5 to 2.0 times (in 0.1 increments)
    • Level align feature that prevents uneven volume levels
    • Equalizer setting for adjusting playback sound quality
    • Divide/delete functions
    • Loop/repeat playback function that is convention for practicing music and studying languages
    • Resume function that retains the last stop position and starts playback from that position when power is turned back ON
    • Jump-back playback function that skips back a preset number of seconds during playback
    • QUICK menu button for easy access to various functions
    • High-quality 24-bit/96kHz WAV/BWF linear PCM and MP3
    • SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (up to 128GB) can be used for recording media
    • Mark function that can set up to 99 points for a single track
    • Audio files created on computers can be played (Only in formats compatible with this product)
    • Built-in monaural speaker with an output of 0.3W
    • Pre-recording buffer that can record up to 2 seconds prior to starting recording
    • When a predetermined maximum file size is reached, a new file is created to continue recording
    • Track increment creates new files at arbitrary locations during recording
    • File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or the date
    • The first six characters of the file name for recording can be set freely
    • Playlist function
    • A chromatic tuner is equipped which is helpful for practicing musical instruments
    • Stereo mini line output / Headphone output connector
    • 128×64 pixel graphic LCD with backlight
    • High-speed file transfer to a computer using USB 2.0
    • Powered by 3 AA batteries, USB bus power, or optional AC adapter (PS-P520E)
    • Rubber feet for improving acoustic properties during desktop recordings are included
    • Tripod attachment screw-hole built in to the unit

    Technical :

    • Recording Media : SD card (64MB to 2GB), SDHC card (4GB to 32GB), SDXC card (up to 128GB)
    • File System : FAT16/32, exFAT
    • Recording File Format :
      • WAV / BWF  
        • Sampling Frequency : 44.1k / 48k / 96k Hz
        • Bit-depth : 16 / 24-bit
      • MP3  
        • Sampling Frequency : 44.1k / 48k Hz
        • Recording Bit-rate : 32k / 64k / 96k / 128k / 192k / 256k / 320k bps
        • Playback Bit-rate : 32k to 320k bps, VBR, ID3TAG Ver. 2.4
    • Number of Channels : 4-channel (2 Stereo)
    • Playback speed control : 0.5 to 2.0 times (in 0.1 increments) * 44.1k/48kHz only
    • Built-in Microphone : Unidirectional, Stereo (switchable between A-B and X-Y positions)
    • EXT MIC/LINE IN :  
      • Connector : XLR/TRS Combo jack (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
      • Nominal Input Level : -19dBV (MIC) / +4dBu (LINE)
      • Maximum Input Level : -3dBV (MIC) / +20dBu (LINE)
      • Input Impedance : 2.2kΩ (MIC) / 10kΩ (LINE)
    • PHONES/LINE OUT : 
      • Connector 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced)
      • for LINE connection : 
        • Nominal Output Level : -14dBV (10kΩ load)
        • Maximum Output Level : +2dBV (10kΩ load)
        • Output Impedance : 12Ω
      • for Headphones connection :  
        • Maximum Output Power : 20mW + 20mW (32Ω load)
    • USB :
      • Connector : USB Micro B-type
      • Format : USB2.0 HIGH SPEED
    • Built-in Speaker : 0.3W, Mono
    • Low-cut Filter : 40 / 80 / 120Hz
    • Chromatic Tuner : C1 to B6, A4 = 435Hz to 445Hz (in 1Hz increments)
    • Effector : 6 presets (Hall 1, Hall 2, Room, Studio, Plate 1, Plate 2)
    • Tripod attachment screw-hole : 1/4" Tripod attachment screw-hole
    • Power : 3 AA Batteries, USB bus power, AC 100 to 240V (optional AC Adapter)
    • Power Consumption : 2.5 W (Max)
    • Battery Operation Time (Recording) :
      • Alkaline (EVOLTA) approx. 18 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA)
      • Ni-MH (eneloop) approx. 16 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA)
    • Dimensions (W×H×D) : 70 × 155 × 35 mm
    • Weight : 213 g
  • Item Specifications

    SKU TAS-DR40X_EB
    Brand Tascam
    Shipping Weight 0.6500kg
    Shipping Width 0.140m
    Shipping Height 0.070m
    Shipping Length 0.200m
    Shipping Cubic 0.001960000m3