Tascam DR-05X Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface

The DR-05X is the new standard in stereo hand held recorders with its high value, powerful features, simple interface and excellent sound quality, It is first choice for recording meetings, music, audio-for-video, dictation, and more.

Key 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 1.5 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
• 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

Technical Specifications

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 1.5 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
18k or more (PLUG IN PWR: OFF)
2k 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 (10k load)
Maximum Output Level
+2dBV (10k load)
Output Impedance
12
for Headphones connection
Maximum Output Power
20mW + 20mW (32 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 gmicroSD 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 1.5 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
18k or more (PLUG IN PWR: OFF)
2k 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 (10k load)
Maximum Output Level
+2dBV (10k load)
Output Impedance
12
for Headphones connection
Maximum Output Power
20mW + 20mW (32 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