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