TASCAM DR-40XP Portable Digital 4-Track Stereo XLR & Stereo Mic Audio Recorder with USB-C
DR-40XP
Delivery 2-3 Working days
Description
Want to record your DJ set and the room sound at the same time? No laptop, no external interface. Just grab the TASCAM DR-40XP portable field recorder , set it up in three button presses, and you're ready.
The big leap over the DR-40X is 32-bit float recording up to 96 kHz: you no longer need to fine-tune your input levels, since clipping is structurally impossible. On top of that, the TASCAM HDDA mic preamps (EIN –126 dBu) are a serious upgrade, noise is barely a factor, even with dynamic microphones or external condensers on phantom power. The adjustable built-in condenser microphones switch between X-Y (sharp, controlled stereo image) and A-B (wide, atmospheric) depending on the situation, while the two XLR/TRS combo inputs with +48V phantom power let you record external sources neatly in parallel using 4-channel mode. And then there's the USB-C audio interface, plug into an iPhone or laptop and keep working right in your DAW.
Key features
- 32-bit float recording up to 96 kHz: no more risk of clipping or levels set too low, correct the level afterward in software with no loss of quality.
- TASCAM HDDA preamps with EIN –126 dBu: exceptionally low noise floor, even with microphones that have low output.
- Adjustable stereo condenser microphones (X-Y / A-B, up to 125 dB SPL): RF-shielded and suited to everything from whispered interviews to drum close-ups or loud live sound.
- 4-channel recording: combine the built-in mics with a console feed or external mics at the same time, one recording, everything captured.
- USB-C audio interface (2 in / 2 out): compatible with iPhone, Mac, and Windows, ideal for streaming, voiceover, or DAW recording with no extra hardware.
- Up to 18 hours of battery life (alkaline AA): record a full festival day without recharging, with lithium batteries even close to 30 hours.
- microSDXC up to 512 GB: more than enough space for long sessions, even in 32-bit float at 96 kHz.
Technical specifications
- Recording formats: WAV/BWF 16-bit, 24-bit, or 32-bit float @ 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz; MP3 32–320 kbps @ 44.1 / 48 kHz
- Channels: max. 4 channels (2 stereo)
- Built-in microphones: unidirectional stereo condenser mics, switchable A-B / X-Y, max. 125 dB SPL
- External inputs: 2x XLR/TRS combo jack, +48V / +24V phantom power (XLR), max. input level +24 dBu (LINE), nominal +4 dBu
- Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz +0/–1 dB (Fs 44.1 kHz); up to 40 kHz at 96 kHz
- Output: 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack (line and headphone), max. 20 mW + 20 mW (32 Ω)
- USB: Type-C, USB 2.0 High Speed, audio interface 2 in / 2 out @ 44.1 / 48 kHz, 24-bit
- Recording media: microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC up to 512 GB
- Playback speed: 0.5x to 2.0x (0.1 steps)
- Power: 3x AA battery (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium), USB bus power, optional TASCAM PS-P520U adapter
- Battery life (alkaline): approx. 18 h (2-channel WAV 16-bit); approx. 16.5 h (32-bit float); up to approx. 29.5 h (lithium, 2-channel WAV)
- Dimensions: 70 x 155.6 x 35 mm (mics closed) / 90 x 155.6 x 35 mm (mics open)
FAQ
What's the difference between the DR-40XP and the DR-40X?
The DR-40XP adds three key upgrades: 32-bit float recording (no more clipping), TASCAM HDDA preamps with a much lower noise floor, and USB-C instead of Micro-B. It also supports microSDXC cards up to 512 GB and has an extra low-cut filter setting (220 Hz). If you've used the DR-40X and record live or work with condenser mics, you'll notice the difference right away.
Can I use the DR-40XP as an audio interface for my iPhone?
Yes. Via USB-C, the DR-40XP works as a 2-in/2-out audio interface on iPhone (iOS 18 or higher) as well as Mac and Windows. The built-in mics or external inputs then act as a USB microphone for your DAW or streaming app.
Are batteries included in the box?
No, the DR-40XP ships without batteries. You'll need 3x AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium). Regular alkalines give you up to 18 hours of recording time; lithium batteries stretch that to nearly 30 hours.
Order now at Pro Gear and put the DR-40XP straight to work. On location, on stage, or in the studio.
