Tascam DR-40X Four-Track Audio Recorder & USB Audio Interface

Versatile four-track audio recorder

Your go-anywhere, 4-track recording solution. Includes two built-in mics, plus inputs for your mics and instruments. Auto Recording mode allows for hands-free recording, and you can record hundreds of hours of audio on a single SD card. Not impressed yet? This unit also functions as a 2-in/2-out USB audio interface for Mac and PC.

Professional live capture: line level input

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.

Wide covering range: from whispering voice to jet engine

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.

Adjustable microphone for preferred stereo image

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 and X-Y stereo?

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

Turn your room into a studio – in a minute.

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.

Back up your transcription work: record and play with one unit

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.

FEATURES

• Portable recorder for musicians, DSLR film makers, 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

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: 2.2k (MIC) / 10k (LINE)
• PHONES/LINE OUT:
  • Connector: 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced)
  • for LINE connection:
    • Nominal Output Level: -14dBV (10k load)
    • Maximum Output Level: +2dBV (10k load)
    • Output Impedance: 12
  • for Headphones connection:
    • Maximum Output Power: 20mW + 20mW (32 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 (WHD): 2.75″ 6.1″ 1.37″ / 70 155 35 mm
• Weight: 8.3 oz. / 213 g