Tascam DR-40X Four Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface for Mics and Instruments

Tascam DR-40X Four Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface for Mics and Instruments

Go-anywhere 4-track Recording Solution Built-in mics, plus inputs for your mics and instruments Auto Recording mode for hands-free recording 2-in/2-out USB audio interface for Mac and PC Record hundreds of hours of audio on a single SD card

Dual Neutrik® XLR/TRS combo jacks support both mic-level and +4dBu line-level. These inputs can accept balanced microphone or line level from Mixers or the FOH console. The microphone preamp includes +48V phantom power and plenty of gain for detailed recordings with condenser microphones, as well as electret type microphones. Using the stereo built-in microphones, you can capture ambient sound of the audience while recording direct from an external console, which is ideal for capturing live performances.

DR-40X allows high-quality recording with its stereo built-in condenser microphones. Every detail is captured from small whispers to loud sounds up to 125dB SPL. These built-in microphones are adjustable unidirectional microphones for recording in an X-Y pattern for tight stereo imaging, or in an A-B pattern for a more ambient recording.

DR-40X is equipped with adjustable unidirectional microphones that can be used for recording in both the A-B position and X-Y position. Advanced microphone placing allows for a wide stereo sound recording or a clear stereo sound recording with less phase difference, making it possible to achieve professional quality recordings.

A-B configuration captures a wider audio space for more room, while X-Y focuses on the sweet spot for a tighter audio field.

Connecting to a PC using USB Audio interface mode, and DR-40X becomes a tool for voiceover work, live streaming and songwriting with studio-quality audio.
Built-in microphones work as USB microphones.

Writing down what you hear - Easier said than done, but it is actually easy with DR-40X. In addition to its capability to capture crisp voice recording, DR-40X can help you with its Jump back function, variable Speed function and equalizer preset for human voice.

TASCAM DR-40X Handheld Recorder Features:
Portable recorder for musicians, DSLR filmakers, podcasting, and field recording
Dual condenser microphones for A/B or XY stereo recording
XLR/TRS combo inputs (with phantom power) for your own mics or instruments
Record up to 4 channels simultaneously
2-in/2-out USB audio interface for Mac and PC
MS Decoding for Mid-side recording techniques
Compatible with RC-3F foot switch and RC-10 wired remote (sold separately)
Dictation mode and Auto Recording mode simplify certain recording tasks
One-touch user interface with Quick Menu button for most functions
Up to 17.5 hours of operation from 2 x AA batteries
Supports high-capacity microSDXC card media for hours of recording time

Features at a glance
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

Specifications:
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): 2.75" × 6.1" × 1.37" / 70 × 155 × 35 mm
Weight: 8.3 oz. / 213 g

Audio Performance
Frequency Response
Fs 44.1kHz: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0/-1dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Fs 48kHz: 20Hz to 22kHz, +0/-1dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Fs 96kHz: 20Hz to 40kHz, +0/-1dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01% or less (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 94 dB or higher (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)