Description
Tascam has introduced three new products as an update to their famous DR series of portable audio recorders: the DR-X series. Already packed with many features, let’s take a look at these new recorders with filmmakers in mind.
Tascam introduced three recorders in the new DR-X line: the Tascam DR-05X, the Tascam DR-07X, and the Tascam DR-40X.
All three DR-X recorders drain power through two AA batteries that should power your recorder for around 17.5 hours. Recordings are stored on a microSDXC card (maximum capacity: 128Gb ) which should be enough to record plenty of sounds.
Also, you can use a DR-X recorder as a 2-in/2-out USB audio interface when plugged to your computer. Then, the built-in microphones are used as USB microphones.
In a nice addition, all three DR-X recorders feature an auto-tone function, providing an audio cue tone identifying each recording take.
Finally, the DR-X Series of recorders include a new bright white backlit display that should be easier to see when working in direct sunlight, and a pre-recording function delivers fail-safe recordings with up to 2 seconds of pre-record time.
Features
- Stereo omni directional condenser microphones
- Support multiple menu languages (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
- Reverb effect for vocal and instrument resonance
- Auto recording function that can detect the sound input signal level and automatically start recording
- Proven high sound pressure design for capturing loud sounds of up to 125dB SPL
- Peak reduction function
- Self timer recording function
- Seamless gain control
- Three low cut filter levels (40/80/120Hz)
- Speed change (VSA) function for adjusting the speed from 0.5 to 2.0 times (in 0.1 increments)
- Level align feature that prevents uneven volume levels
- Equalizer setting for adjusting playback sound quality
- Divide/delete functions
Spec description| Recording Media | microSD card (64MB to 3GB), microSDHC card (4GB to 32GB), microSDXC 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 | 2-channel (Stereo) / 1-channel (Mono) |
| Playback speed control | 0.5 to 2.0 times (in 0.1 increments) * 44.1k/48kHz only |
| Built-in Microphone | Omnidirectional, Stereo |
| MIC/EXT IN | |
| Connector | 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced, Plug-in Power) |
| Nominal Input Level | -20dBV |
| Maximum Input Level | -4dBV |
| Input Impedance | 18kΩ or more (PLUG IN PWR: OFF)
2kΩ or more (PLUG IN PWR: ON) |
| PHONES/LINE OUT | |
| Connector | 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced) |
| for LINE connection | |
| Nominal Output Level | -14dBV (10kΩ load) |
| Maximum Output Level | +2dBV (10kΩ load) |
| Output Impedance | 12Ω |
| for Headphones connection | |
| Maximum Output Power | 20mW + 20mW (32Ω 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 | 2 AA Batteries, USB bus power, AC 100 to 240V (optional AC Adapter) |
| Power Consumption | 1.7 W (Max) |
| Battery Operation Time (Recording) | |
| Alkaline (EVOLTA) | approx. 17.5 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA) |
| Ni-MH (eneloop) | approx. 15.5 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA) |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 2.4″ × 5.55″ × 1.02″ / 61 × 141 × 26 mm |
| Weight | 4.1 oz. / 116 g |
Audio Performance
| Frequency Response | |
| Fs 44.1kHz | 20Hz to 20kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Fs 48kHz | 20Hz to 22kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Fs 96kHz | 20Hz to 40kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.05% or less (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT I Not LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 92 dB or higher (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT I Not LINE OUT, JEITA) |
Computer Requirements
Windows
| Computer | Windows PC with USB2.0 or USB3.0 port |
| CPU | Dual Core, 2GHz or faster (x86) |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
Macintosh
| CPU | Power PC, iMac, G3, G4, G5 266MHz or faster |
| Memory | 64MB or more |
| USB | USB2.0 recommended |
Supported OS’WindowsWindows 10 (May 2019 Update) New , Windows 8.1 , Windows 7Mac
macOS Mojave , macOS High Sierra (10.13) , macOS Sierra (10.12)
iOS
iOS 12 , iOS 11
*1: The performance of the media may be degraded significantly if it will be used repeatedly. ERASE FORMAT by DR-05X is recommended before use.- Loop/repeat playback function
- Resume function that retains the last stop position and starts playback from that position when power is turned back ON
- Jump back and play (1 to 10 sec in 1 sec increments, 10 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec)
- QUICK menu button for easy access to various functions
- High-quality 96kHz/24-bit WAV/BWF linear PCM recording and long recordings as MP3 files possible
- microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (up to 128GB) cards can be used as recording media
- Mark function that can set up to 99 points for a single track Mark information can be utilized by BWF compatible software
- 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 jack for external stereo microphones (provides plug-in power) / External line input
- Stereo mini line output / Headphone output connector
- 128×64 pixel graphic LCD with backlight
- High-speed file transfer to a computer is possible using USB 2.0
- Powered by 2 AA batteries, USB bus power, or optional AC adapter (PS-P520E)
- Tripod attachment screw-hole built in to the unit
- 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 2.0 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
Spec description
| 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 2.0 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 | 2.2kΩ (MIC) / 10kΩ (LINE) |
| PHONES/LINE OUT | |
| Connector | 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced) |
| for LINE connection | |
| Nominal Output Level | -14dBV (10kΩ load) |
| Maximum Output Level | +2dBV (10kΩ load) |
| Output Impedance | 12Ω |
| for Headphones connection | |
| Maximum Output Power | 20mW + 20mW (32Ω 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 |
Audio Performance
| Frequency Response | |
| Fs 44.1kHz | 20Hz to 20kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Fs 48kHz | 20Hz to 22kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Fs 96kHz | 20Hz to 40kHz, +1/-3dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.05% or less (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 92 dB or higher (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA) |
Computer Requirements
Windows
| Computer | Windows PC with USB2.0 or USB3.0 port |
| CPU | Dual Core, 2GHz or faster (x86) |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
Macintosh
| CPU | Power PC, iMac, G3, G4, G5 266MHz or faster |
| Memory | 64MB or more |
| USB | USB2.0 recommended |
Supported OS’
Windows
Windows 10 (May 2019 Update) New , Windows 8.1 , Windows 7
Mac
macOS Mojave , macOS High Sierra (10.13) , macOS Sierra (10.12)
iOS
iOS 12 , iOS 11
*1: The performance of the media may be degraded significantly if it will be used repeatedly. ERASE FORMAT by DR-40X is recommended before use.
