Tascam DR-40XP

Compact and portable audio recorder for field use – Tascam DR-40XP

This professional recorder is built to capture sound wherever you are. Weighing just 213 g (without batteries) and measuring 70 mm × 155 mm × 35 mm (with microphones retracted), it’s easy to take with you. It can be powered by 3 AAA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium), USB bus power, or a separately purchased AC adapter, providing up to 30 hours of battery life when using lithium batteries.

High-quality audio recording

Equipped with built-in microphones capable of handling up to 125 dB SPL, allowing it to capture everything from birdsong to loud vehicles.
32-bit float recording up to 96 kHz for clean, distortion-free audio, without the need to adjust input levels.
HDDA microphone preamplifier with very low noise floor (EIN –126 dB).
Dual external inputs with XLR/TRS combo jacks and +48 V phantom power for professional microphones.
Can record in multiple formats: WAV (16/24/32-bit float, up to 96 kHz), MP3.
Multiple recording modes including 2-channel, 4-channel, AB, and XY modes for flexible audio capture.

Flexible Connections and Features

Two external inputs that can be used simultaneously with the built-in microphones, enabling 4-channel recording.
Line signals up to +24 dBu can be handled, perfect for recording from a mixer.
Record live performances with natural room ambiance by combining line and microphone inputs.
USB audio interface with 2 in/2 out for easy connection to a computer.
Mid/Side decoder, overdub, and mixdown functions for advanced audio processing.
Built-in high-quality stereo condenser microphone, with AB and XY modes for a wide or focused stereo image.
Max 125 dB SPL for recording loud sound sources.

User-friendliness and accessories

Compact and easy to use, perfect for field recording, journalism, music, and sound design.
Tascam Audio File Manager for easy post-processing and level adjustment of 32-bit float recordings.
Built-in mono speaker for quick audio monitoring.
Support for microSD cards up to 512 GB for extended recording.

Specifications at a glance

Battery life: up to 30 hours with lithium battery.
Battery type: 3 AA (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium).
Dimensions: 70 mm × 155 mm × 35 mm (microphones folded), 90 mm × 155 mm × 35 mm (microphones extended).
Weight: 213 g (without batteries), 282 g (with batteries).
Connections: USB-C, 3.5 mm headphone output, XLR/TRS inputs, line output.
Power supply: 3 AAA batteries or USB.

This professional recorder is ideal for field recording, documentary filmmaking, music, and audio analysis, offering advanced features for superior sound quality in a portable design.