Tascam DR-40

TASCAM DR-40
Handheld 4-Track Recorder Tascam DR-40

The adjustable mics, four-track recording and extended battery life of the TASCAM DR-40 give you the flexibility you need to record tracks anywhere.

The DR-40 captures up to four tracks from built-in, high-quality condenser microphones, XLR mic or line inputs. The internal mics are adjustable from XY to AB position, helping you to tailor your recording to the sound of the room. A pair of great-sounding TASCAM microphone preamps welcome condenser microphones with phantom power, recording at up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution. It accommodates balanced XLR or 1/4" line inputs using locking Neutrik Combo jacks. The DR-40 accepts SD or SDHC cards up to 32GB, and a 2GB card is included.

Once recorded, play back your takes with EQ and the optional Level Align feature to avoid volume jumps. A stereo reverb effect is also built-in, as well as a speaker and chromatic tuner. Transfer recordings to computer using the USB 2.0 jack. Other features include overdub mode, variable speed playback, limiting and low cut filter, and much more – all with TASCAM’s simple-to-use interface. No other recorder makes home or live recording as simple as the TASCAM DR-40. "DR-05", "DR-07MK2" and our brand new "DR-40" Linear PCM Recorders are part of TASCAM's handheld recorders. Select a model based on your functional needs.


Specifications :

- Recording media : SD card (64MB to 2GB), SDHC card (4GB to 32GB)
- File system : FAT16/32

- File format : WAV,BWF,MP3
- WAV / BWF : 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24bit
- MP3 :
- Sampling frequency : 44.1kHz/48kHz
- Bit-rate for recording : 32k/64k/96k/128k/192k/256k/320kbps
- Playback bit rate 32 - 320kbps, VBR, ID3 tag Ver. 2.4
- Number of channels : 4-channel (2 Stereo)
- Playback speed control (VSA) : 0.5 - 1.5 times (in 0.1 increments) * 44.1/48kHz only
- Built-in microphone : Unidirectional, stereo (Possible to switch between A-B/X-Y positions)

- EXT MIC/LINE IN :
- Connecter : XLR/TRS combo jack (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
- Input impedance : 2.2k ohms(MIC) / 10k ohms(LINE)
- Nominal input level : -19dBV(MIC) / +4dBu (LINE)
- Maximum input level : -3dBV (MIC) / +20dBu (LINE)

- PHONES/LINE OUT :
- Connecter : 1/8"(3.5mm)stereo mini jack, Unbalanced

LINE OUT :
- Output impedance : 12ohms
- Standard output level : -14dBV(10k ohms load)
- Maximum output level : +2dBV(10k ohms load)

PHONES :
- Maximum output level : 20mW+20mW(32ohms load)

- Built-in speakers : 0.3W, Mono
- Low-cut filter : 40Hz/80Hz/120Hz

- USB : Mini-B
- Connecter : Mini-B type
- Format : USB2.0 HIGH SPEED

- REMOTE : 2.5mm TRS jack
- Effector : 6 presets (HALL1/2, ROOM, STUDIO, PLATE1/2)
- Chromatic tuner : C1 - B6, A4 = 435Hz - 445Hz (in 1Hz increments)
- Tripod attachment screw-hole : 1/4 inch, Tripod attachment screw-hole
- Power : 2 AA batteries, USB bus power, AC100 - 240V (Optional AC adapter)
- Power consumption : 2.5W (Max)

- Battery operation time (Recording) :
- With alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) : Approx. 20.5 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16bit, using built-in microphone)
- With Ni-MH batteries (eneloop) : Approx. 17 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16bit, using built-in microphone)

- Dimensions : 70(W)x 155(H)x 35(D)mm
- Weight : 213g (Without battery)
- Accessories : 2GB microSD card, USB connection cable, 2 AA batteries for confirming operation, Owner's Manual, Warranty card

Audio Performance :
- Frequency response :
- 20Hz-20kHz +1dB/-3dB(Fs 44.1kHz,EXT IN to LINE OUT,JEITA)
- 20Hz-22kHz +1dB/-3dB(Fs 48kHz,EXT IN to LINE OUT,JEITA)
- 20Hz-40kHz +1dB/-3dB(Fs 96kHz,EXT IN to LINE OUT,JEITA)
- Distortion : 0.05% or less(Fs 44.1/48/96kHz,EXT IN to LINE OUT,JEITA)
- S/N ratio : 92dB or more(Fs 44.1/48/96kHz,EXT IN to LINE OUT,JEITA)

Computer Requirements :
- Windows :
- OS : Windows XP,Windows Vista,Windows 7,Windows 8
- CPU : Pentium 300MHz or more
- Memory : 128MB or more
- USB : USB2.0 recommended

- Macintosh :
- OS : Mac OS X Jaguar (V10.2),Mac OS X Panther (V10.3),Mac OS X Tiger (V10.4), Mac OS X Leopard (V10.5),Mac OS X Snow Leopard(V10.6.8),OS X Lion(V10.7), OS X Mountain Lion(V10.8)
- CPU : Power PC,iMac,G3,G4 ,G5 266MHz or more
- Memory : 64MB or more
- USB : USB2.0 recommended