Tascam – DR-05X Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder

$149.00

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STEREO HANDHELD DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDER AND USB AUDIO INTERFACE

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.
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Description

Key Features

  • 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 microSDXC card media for hours of recording time

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

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.

Turning your room into a studio – in a minute

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.

* The wind screen shown in the picture is not the one included in AK-DR11C

Back up your transcription work: record and play with one unit

Writing down what you hear – easier said than done, but it is actually easy with DR-X. In addition to its capability to capture crisp voice recording, DR-X can help you with its Jump back function, variable Speed function and equalizer preset for human voice.

Shipping

FREE SHIPPING ON MOST PRODUCTS OVER $100

We offer free shipping on most products of $ 100.00 and over with a dimensional weight under 35 pounds.

For orders over $100 with no weight overload or fuel overload, after checking the best delivery options, we could refund you part of shipping fees.

Free shipping is not valid for remote regions such as Nunavut, Yukon, Northwest Territories and the non-metropolitan regions and all other areas driven by our courier. (Purolator / FedEx / UPS). All items will be shipped uninsured via Purolator or Canada Post. Insurance can be added, please just call us to know the details.  It is also possible to deliver order by bus for Quebec resident. Please contact us to get more information about this option.

In store pick up

  • To pick up your order in store, please write it down in the additional information. Specify the store of your choice. (Laval or Montreal)
  • When your order is ready, we will notify you.
  • You can then come to the selected store to pick up your order by presenting the credit card used for the transaction and a valid Photo ID card showing the billing address that appears on your order.
More 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 2.0 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
Specifications
Spec Description
Recording MediamicroSD card (64MB to 3GB), microSDHC card (4GB to 32GB), microSDXC card (up to 128GB)
File SystemFAT16/32, exFAT
Recording File FormatWAV / BWF
Sampling Frequency44.1k / 48k / 96k Hz
Bit-depth16 / 24-bit
MP3
Sampling Frequency44.1k / 48k Hz
Recording Bit-rate32k / 64k / 96k / 128k / 192k / 256k / 320k bps
Playback Bit-rate32k to 320k bps, VBR, ID3TAG Ver. 2.4
Number of Channels2-channel (Stereo) / 1-channel (Mono)
Playback speed control0.5 to 2.0 times (in 0.1 increments) * 44.1k/48kHz only
Built-in MicrophoneOmnidirectional, Stereo
MIC/EXT INConnector1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced, Plug-in Power)
Nominal Input Level-20dBV
Maximum Input Level-4dBV
Input Impedance18kΩ or more (PLUG IN PWR: OFF)
2kΩ or more (PLUG IN PWR: ON)
PHONES/LINE OUTConnector1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced)
for LINE connection
Nominal Output Level-14dBV (10kΩ load)
Maximum Output Level+2dBV (10kΩ load)
Output Impedance12Ω
for Headphones connection
Maximum Output Power20mW + 20mW (32Ω load)
USBConnectorUSB Micro B-type
FormatUSB2.0 HIGH SPEED
Built-in Speaker0.3W, Mono
Low-cut Filter40 / 80 / 120Hz
Chromatic TunerC1 to B6, A4 = 435Hz to 445Hz (in 1Hz increments)
Effector6 presets (Hall 1, Hall 2, Room, Studio, Plate 1, Plate 2)
Tripod attachment screw-hole1/4" Tripod attachment screw-hole
Power2 AA Batteries, USB bus power, AC 100 to 240V (optional AC Adapter)
Power Consumption1.7 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
Weight4.1 oz. / 116 g
Audio Performance
Frequency ResponseFs 44.1kHz20Hz to 20kHz, +0/-1dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Fs 48kHz20Hz to 22kHz, +0/-1dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Fs 96kHz20Hz to 40kHz, +0/-1.5dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, JEITA)
Total Harmonic Distortion0.01% or less (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT I Not LINE OUT, JEITA)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio94 dB or higher (Fs 44.1k/48k/96kHz, EXT I Not LINE OUT, JEITA)
Computer system requirements
WindowsCompatible computersWindows computer with a USB 2.0 (or higher)
MacCompatible computersMac with a USB 2.0 (or higher)