Tascam DR-40 | Performance Audio

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.

Tascam DR-40 Features:

Handheld 4-Track Portable Recorder
Built-in Condenser microphones, adjustable to XY or AB position
XLR / 1/4" Mic/line input with Phantom Power
Record the built-in microphones with the XLR Mic or line input for a four-Track recording
Dual recording mode captures a safety Track at a lower Level to avoid distortion
Overdub mode allows recording along with a previous take
Peak reduction automatically sets the ideal recording Level
15-Hour battery life from three AA batteries
Up to 96kHz/24-Bit WAV/BWF or MP3 recording resolution
2-Second pre-recording buffer
Variable speed playback from 50-150% speed without changing the pitch
Adjustable Limiter and low cut Filter (40 / 80 / 120 Hz)
Built-in speaker and chromatic tuner
1/8" Headphone/line output
Playback EQ and Level align
Stereo Reverb effect
Tripod mounting hole
SD/SDHC card slot supports up to 32GB media (2GB card included)
Locking Neutrik Combi jacks
USB 2.0 Jack and cable for transferring recordings to computer
Powered by three AA batteries, AC adapter (optional PS-P515U), external battery pack (optional BP-6AA), or USB Bus power

Tascam DR-40 Specifications:

Recording Media: SD Card（64MB～2GB), SDHC card（4GB～32GB)
Recording and Playback Format:
WAV / BWF: 44.1kHz/48kHz/96kHz, 16/24 Bit (Stereo or Mono)
MP3: 44.1kHz/48kHz, 32k/64k/96k/128k/192k/256k/320kbps
Power Consumption: 2.5W（Max.)
Battery Operation Time: 15 hours (continuous operation, Phantom Power off)
Dimensions:
70（W) 155（H) 35（D)mm（Mic Closed)
90（W) 155（H) 35（D)mm（Mic Opened)
Weight: 213g（Without Batteries)
Number of Channels: 4 Channels（2 Stereo)
Playback Speed Control（VSA): 50-150% without changing pitch *Only with 44.1kHz/48kHz
Built-In Microphone: Cardioid Condenser microphones, Supporting both X-Y/A-B Microphone settings
EXT Mic/LINE IN
Connector: XLR/TRS Combo Jack (1:GND,2:HOT,3:COLD)
Input Impedance: 2.2kΩ(Mic)/10kΩ(LINE)
Nominal Input Level: -19dBV(Mic) / +4dBu (LINE)
Maximum Input Level: -3dBV (Mic) / +20dBu (LINE)
PHONES/LINE OUT
Line Connector: 1/8(3.5mm) Stereo mini-phone Jack, Unbalanced
Output impendence: 12Ω
Nominal output Level: －14dBV（10kΩ loaded)
Maximum output Level: ＋2dBV（10kΩ loaded)
Headphone
Maximum output: 20mW＋20mW（32Ω loaded)
Built-in Speaker Output: 0.3W (Mono)
Low Cut Filter: Cut Off: 40Hz/80Hz/120Hz
USB
Connector: Mini B type
Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED Mass Storage Class
Power:
Three AA batteries (Alkaline batteries or NiMH batteries)
Provided by the USB Bus power
AC100 ~ 240V ,50-60Hz (AC adapter optional PS-P515U)
Power Consumption: 2.5W（Max.)
Included Accessories: 2GB SD Card, Mini USB Cable
Audio Performance
Frequency Response:
20Hz～20kHz +1dB/-3dB（Fs 44.1kHz, EXT IN→LINE OUT, JEITA)
20Hz～22kHz +1dB/-3dB（Fs 48kHz, EXT IN→LINE OUT, JEITA)
20Hz～40kHz +1dB/-3dB（Fs 96kHz, EXT IN→LINE OUT)
Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.05%（Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, EXT IN→LINE OUT)
S/N Ratio: Greater than 92dB（Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, EXT IN→LINE OUT)

Tascam DR-40 Requirements:

Windows
OS: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
CPU/Clock: Pentium 300MHz Min.
Memory: 128MB Min.
USB Port: USB 2.0 recommended
Macintosh
OS: Mac OS X v10.2 or later
CPU/Clock: Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 , G5 266MHz Min.
Memory: 64MB Min.
USB Port: USB 2.0 recommended