Tascam DR-40X Four Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface
Tascam DR-40X Four Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface 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. 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. Key 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 1.5 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 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 1.5 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 (W×H×D) 2.75" × 6.1" × 1.37" / 70 × 155 × 35 mm Weight 8.3 oz. / 213 g