New from Tascam is the DR-40XP, a four-channel portable handheld recorder that adds USB-C connectivity and 32-bit floating point design to previous DR-40 models.
The company says it is suitable for professional-quality recordings for music, audio-for-video, meetings, dictation and other applications. Retail price is $259.
“The 32-bit float recording mode with up to a 96 kHz sample rate ensures low-noise, distortion-free recordings for a superior sound. With 32-bit float recording, users never have to worry about losing audio takes that were recorded too loudly or quietly.”
Features microSDXC card storage and support for up to 512 GB memory cards.
The unit has two unidirectional stereo condenser mics, adjustable from A/B to X/Y configurations. Two XLR/TRS inputs on the bottom can expand the system to capture four sources simultaneously. An input delay function mitigates phase incoherence between external and internal microphones.
“Combined with its USB-C audio interface, the recorder can function as a two-in/two-out audio interface capable of easily connecting to one’s computer or DAW on both Windows and Mac OS as well as iOS devices,” Tascam said in the announcement.
“Further, the DR-40XP can be connected to the aforementioned devices via USB-C for use as a USB microphone.”
The recorder includes a chromatic tuner for musicians, and an included reverb effect is useful for adding vocal and instrumental resonance.
Three low-cut filter options are available for reducing unwanted noise. For use with video, the DR-40XP has Auto Tone output functionality to make post-production sync a simple task. This recorder also can attach to a tripod mount.
