TASCAM DR-05X Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface (On Sale!)

The TASCAM DR-05X set the standard for stereo handheld recorders with its powerful features, simple interface and excellent sound quality. It is the first choice for recording meetings, music, audio-for-video, dictation, and more.

Features include:

Record Clean and Clear Audio Anywhere
The TASCAM DR-05X allows high-quality recording utilizing an easy-to-use interface and is portable, powerful, and a true value. Dual internal condenser microphones can handle anything from subtle to loud to 125dB SPL, with sensitivity to capture every detail.

Simple to Operate

The layout of the DR-05X has been revamped to be quick and easy to work with one thumb. Operations like recording, adjusting levels, deleting bad takes and adding markers are just a button press away.

Menu display of DR-05X supports 10 languages: English/ Spanish/ French/ Italian/ German/ Russian/ Chinese/ Korean/ Japanese/ Portuguese.

The DR-05X uses only two AA batteries and has ultra-long battery capability. When using built-in microphones, recording lasts 17.5 hours when recording with standard 2ch WAV, 44.1kHz/ 16bit format using alkaline batteries. Also DR-05X can be powered by a USB mobile battery as well for super long extended use.

Instantly Turn Your Room Into a Studio

Connect to a PC using USB Audio interface mode, and DR-X becomes a tool for voiceover work, live streaming, podcasting and songwriting with studio-quality audio. Built-in microphones work as USB microphones without complicated driver installs.

Upgrade Your Video
Auto tone function provides easy-adjustments for on-site movie editing, ideal for DSLR filmmaking. The internal slate tone generator produces various tones for easy track making and recognition. Please use the dedicated accessory kit (AK-DR11C) for connecting. (Sold Separately).

Never Miss the Timing
Auto recording function can detect the sound input signal level and automatically start recording. Also, Pre-recording function with up to 2 seconds pre-record provides fail-safe protection even when you are a bit late to hit the record button.

Stiff Safe if it is Louder Than You Thought
Peak Reduction works in rehearsal mode or in record. Even if the sound or performance is louder than the sound check you’re safe. Combined with Auto level and Limiter for preventing distortion, you never have to worry.

No Need to Go Through "Take 2" All Over Again
If you don’t like the last part of a phrase you just recorded with your guitar, or if you change your mind and want to rephrase narration, the “Overwrite mode” is exactly what you need. Overwrite mode allows punch-in recording from a desired point. It is destructive editing with one level of undo.

Non-Destructive Overdubbing
The overdubbing function allows for Overdub Recording while playing a previously recorded file. This allows you to record other parts such as a guitar solo over a recording previously made such as at a rehearsal studio. Overdubbing creates a new file, leaving the original file unaffected, making it easy to re-record.

Up to 192 Hours of Recording
DR-05X supports a microSDXC card, which can record longer with larger data capacity. If you record a stereo file at 44.1kHz/ 16bit CD quality, a 128GB card holds 192 hours maximum. In MP3/ 320kbps mode, it can record up to 896 hours.

Highlights:

• Portable recorder for dictation, voice recording, musicians, podcasting, and field recording
• Dual omnidirectional condenser microphones for stereo recording
• 2-in/2-out USB audio interface for Mac and PC
• Dictation and Auto Recording modes simplify certain recording tasks
• One-touch user interface with Quick Menu button for most functions
• Up to 17.5 hours of operation from 2 AA batteries
• Supports high-capacity micro SDXC card media for hours of recording time

Specifications:

• Recording Media: microSD card (64MB to 3GB), microSDHC card (4GB to 32GB), microSDXC card (up to 128GB)
• File System: FAT16/32, exFAT
• 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/Lines Out:
  • Connector: 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced)
  • For Line Connection:
    • Nominal Output Level: -14dBV (10kΩ load)
    • Maximum Out Level: +2dBV (10kΩ load)
    • Output Impedance: 12Ω
  • For Headphones Connection:
    • Maximum Output Power: 20mW + 20mW (32Ω load)
• USB Connector: USB Micro B-type (Connector); USB 2.0 High-Speed (Format)
• 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: 1/4" Screw-Hole
• Power: 2 AA Batteries, USB bus power, AC 100 to 240V (optional AC Adapter)
• Battery Operation Time (Recording): Approx. 17.5 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA); Approx. 15.5 hours (2ch WAV, 44.1kHz, 16-bit, using Built-in Microphone, JEITA)
• Dimensions: 2.4" × 5.55" × 1.02" / 61 × 141 × 26 mm
• Weight: 4.1 oz. / 116 g