Description

The TASCAM DR-40XP is a four-channel portable recorder for location audio, music sessions and video production. Record directly to microSD media or connect to a computer through its USB-C audio interface.

Features

WAV recording up to 96 kHz in 16-bit, 24-bit or 32-bit float
Adjustable A-B or X-Y stereo condenser microphones
Two XLR/TRS mic/line inputs with phantom power on XLR
TASCAM HDDA microphone preamps with EIN of -126 dBu
Two-input/two-output USB-C audio interface
microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC recording media up to 512 GB
Built-in mono monitoring speaker and headphone/line output

Why We Like This

The slate-tone function provides an audio reference for aligning separately recorded sound with camera footage during editing.

FAQs

Q: Do I need to buy a memory card and batteries?
A: Yes. The recorder uses microSD media and three AA batteries, which are sold separately. USB bus power and the optional PS-P520U AC adapter are alternatives.

Q: Is USB interface recording also 32-bit float?
A: No. USB audio operates at 24-bit with 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling. The 32-bit float format is available for WAV recording to the recorder media.

Q: Can I connect a condenser microphone?
A: Yes. The XLR inputs provide selectable +24 V or +48 V phantom power. Phantom power is provided only through the XLR connectors.

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Tech Specs

Analog audio input/output ratings - Speaker for playback monitoring (monaural):	0.3 W
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) - Connector:	XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) 6.3 mm (1/4”) TRS Standard jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to LINE - Input impedance:	10 kΩ or higher
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to LINE - Maximum input level:	+24 dBu
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to LINE - Nominal input level:	+4 dBu
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM - Input impedance:	2.4 kΩ or more
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM - Maximum input level:	+7 dBu
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM - Minimum input level:	−82 dBu
Analog audio input/output ratings / EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (only XLR connectors can provide phantom power) / When EXT IN switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM - Phantom power:	+24V or +48V (XLR input only)
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Connector:	3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Maximum output:	20 mW + 20mW (32 Ω load)
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Maximum output level:	+0 dBV (with 10 kΩ load)
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Nominal output level:	−20 dBV (with 10 kΩ load)
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Output impedance:	2.2 Ω
Analog audio input/output ratings / PHONES/LINE OUT jack - Recommended headphone impedance:	16–600 Ω (Sufficient volume might not be achieved from low-sensitivity headphones even if in the recommended range.)
Control input/output ratings / USB - Connector:	Type-C
Control input/output ratings / USB - Format:	USB 2.0 High Speed Mass Storage Class USB 1.1 Full Speed Audio Class
Control input/output ratings / USB Audio - Number of inputs:	2 channels
Control input/output ratings / USB Audio - Number of outputs:	2 channels
Control input/output ratings / USB Audio - Quantization bit depth:	24-bit
Control input/output ratings / USB Audio - Sampling rate:	44.1 / 48 kHz
General - Current consumption:	0.34 A (maximum)
General - Operating temperature range:	0 – 40ºC
General - Power:	3 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium-ion, sold separately) 5V/0.5A USB bus power from a computer (USB cable sold separately) TASCAM PS-P520U AC adapter (DC 5V/2A, sold separately)
General - Power consumption:	1.7 W (maximum)
Manufacturer:	TASCAM
Model:	DR-40XP
Product Type:	Portable field recorder and USB audio interface
Specifications - Dynamic range:	EXT MIC IN to PCM data (20kHz LPF, A-weighted, JEITA) 112 dB or higher
Specifications - EIN (equivalent input noise):	−126 dBu or lower (EXT MIC IN to PCM data)
Specifications - Frequency Response:	20 Hz – 20 kHz +0/−1 dB (EXT MIC IN to PCM data, Fs 44.1 kHz, JEITA) 20 Hz – 22 kHz +0/−1 dB (EXT MIC IN to PCM data, Fs 48 kHz, JEITA) 20 Hz – 40 kHz +0/−1 dB (EXT MIC IN to PCM data, Fs 96 kHz, JEITA)
Specifications - Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N):	0.008% or lower (EXT MIC IN, −5dBFS input, 20kHz LPF, JEITA)
Supported formats - Recording media:	microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC cards (up to 512 GB)
Supported formats / Number of channels - Maximum number of input channels:	4 (2 stereo)
Supported formats / Number of channels - Maximum number of recordable tracks:	4
Supported formats / Recording / playback formats / MP3 - Bit rate:	32 / 64 / 96 / 128 / 192 / 256 / 320 kbps
Supported formats / Recording / playback formats / MP3 - Sampling frequency:	44.1 / 48 kHz
Supported formats / Recording / playback formats / WAV - Quantization bit depth:	16-bit / 24-bit / 32-bit float
Supported formats / Recording / playback formats / WAV - Sampling frequency:	44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz

Delivery & Returns

At Gear Club Direct, we want you to be happy with your purchase. We understand that there are times when once a product is received, it may not be what you needed or wanted after all. So, we will gladly accept your qualifying return within 15 days of the delivery date. After 15 days of the delivery date, all sales are final.

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