Tascam DR-40X 4-Channel Portable Audio Recorder and USB Interface with Adjustable Mic

Tascam DR-40X 4-Channel Portable Audio Recorder and USB Interface with Adjustable Mic

Professional Features for Professional Audio Recordings

The DR-40X is a versatile four-track audio recorder for music, podcasting, cinema, and any other application requiring high-quality audio. Building on the highly successful Tascam DR-40, this recorder adds several new functions to the already comprehensive feature set.

A pair of cardioid condenser microphones handles high sound pressure levels and can be set up in AB or XY orientation for a wide stereo field or extra-clear reproduction with reduced phase displacement between both channels. Users can also use their own microphones or line-level source through dual Neutrik XLR/TRS combo jacks that support both mic level and +4 dBu line level from mixers or the FOH console. The microphone preamps include 48-volt phantom power and plenty of gains to capture everything from small whispers to loud live sounds. Using the stereo built-in microphones, you can capture the ambient sound of the audience while recording directly from an external console, which is ideal for live performances. Like its predecessor, the DR-40X also offers dual-level recording, a feature that helps to avoid distortion by providing a second recording file created with a lower-level setting.

Simple to Operate

The layout of the DR-40X has been revamped to be quick and easy to work with one thumb. Operations like recording, adjusting levels, deleting bad takes, and adding marks are just a button press away. Menus are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Three different auto level modes (Limiter, Peak Reduction, Auto Level) can help to prevent accidental distortion while recording. You may apply one out of six reverb effects to the input or output signal, and an Overdub feature allows voices or instruments to be added to existing audio files. There is also a Level Align function that allows smoothing out any sudden volume jumps during playback, and a built-in speaker is provided for quick check-back. Other features like variable speed audition, low-cut filtering, chromatic tuner, and more can be chosen from the menu.

Transcript Your Voice Recordings

The new Dictation Mode enables you to jump back and forth in preselected increments while playing back a file. It can be combined with speed control and a special dictation EQ making it useful for transcribing minutes recordings, for example. The new tape-style Overwrite mode with one level of undo lets you select a drop-in time and replace part of an existing recording.

Turn Your Room Into a Studio – In a Minute

Apart from handheld recording, the DR-40X can also be used as a USB audio interface with two inputs and outputs, making it a strong yet easy gear for voiceover work, live streaming, podcasting, and songwriting with studio-quality audio.

Specifications

Portable Recorder

Number of Tracks 4 Maximum Sampling Rate 96 kHz / 24-Bit Microphone Built-In Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, 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 Analog I/O 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Female Balanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone/Line Output 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 (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) Max Input Level Mic Inputs:
-3 dBV
Line Inputs:
+20 dBu Max Output Level +2 dBV Headphone Output Power 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms Impedance Mic 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 Battery, 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 Off, 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 (Mics Closed)
3.5 x 6.1 x 1.4" / 90 x 155 x 35 mm (Mics Open) Weight 7.5 oz / 213 g (without Batteries)
9.9 oz / 282 g (with Batteries)

Packaging Info

Package Weight 1.05 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 15.95 x 8.2 x 1.06"