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Portable recorder
The Tascam DR-05XP is a versatile portable recorder designed to deliver high-quality sound capture while remaining simple to use.
Tascam DR-05XP highlights
- Portable stereo recorder with built-in omnidirectional microphones.
- Linear PCM (WAV) compatibility up to 96 kHz / 32 bit float and MP3 up to 320 kbit/s.
- Advanced functions: automatic recording, pre-recording, overdub, low-cut filter.
- Extended storage via microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card up to 512 GB.
- Autonomy up to 17 hours with AA batteries or power via USB-C.
Tascam DR-05XP Key Features
High-fidelity recording
The DR-05XP delivers studio-quality recording thanks to its built-in omnidirectional stereo microphones. It captures sounds with clarity, whether for vocals, instruments or ambience.
Professional audio formats
Record in linear PCM (WAV) up to 96 kHz / 32-bit floating point for maximum dynamics without distortion, or choose MP3 up to 320 kbit/s for lighter, easily shareable files.
Intelligent recording
The DR-05XP incorporates functions such as automatic recording as soon as a sound is detected, saving of the 2 seconds preceding recording (pre-rec), and a limiter and peak reducer to avoid saturation.
Overdub mode
Overdub mode lets you superimpose a new audio track on an existing recording, ideal for musicians, podcasters or content creators who want to enrich their takes.
Expandable storage
Compatible with microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards up to 512 GB, the DR-05XP guarantees hours of uninterrupted high-definition recording.
Autonomy and power supply
Use two AA batteries to enjoy up to 17 hours of autonomy, or opt for USB-C power for extended, worry-free sessions.
Clear, intuitive interface
Its backlit LCD display, dedicated buttons and simple navigation make it easy to get to grips with, even for beginners.
Instant monitoring
Take advantage of a 3.5 mm mini-jack headphone jack for real-time monitoring, and a built-in speaker for quick listening to your recordings.
Expert opinions
- An excellent portable recorder, easy to use and packed with features.
- Outstanding recording quality, ideal for musicians, reporters or podcasters.
Technical sheet
- Resolution and Interface
- 32-bit floating point
- USB-C audio interface with 2 inputs / 2 outputs
- Recording / playback formats
- WAV up to 32 bit float - 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
- MP3 up to 320 kbit/s - 44.1 / 48 kHz
- Recording media
- micro SD / micro SDHC / micro SDXC cards (up to 512 GB)
- Built-in microphones
- 2 condenser microphones
- Directivity: omnidirectional
- Max. SPL: 125 dB
- Audio formats supported
- Linear PCM (WAV / BWF): 32-bit float, 24-bit, 16-bit
- MP3: 32 - 320 kbit/s at 44.1 / 48 kHz
- Filters and settings
- Noise filter : 40 Hz / 80 Hz / 120 Hz
- Manual recording level adjustment
- Peak reduction, auto level, limiter
- Recording functions
- Automatic recording
- Overwrite (punch-in)
- Overdub
- Marker
- Delayed recording (self-timer)
- Clap signal
- Dictation mode
- 2 second buffer (early recording)
- Effects and utilities
- Built-in reverb effect - 6 presets
- Chromatic tuner
- Multilingual menu
- Outputs and connectors
- 3.5 mm mini jack stereo line/headphone output
- 3.5 mm mini jack stereo mic/line input with Plugin-Power
- USB-C port
- Display and speaker
- Backlit LCD display
- Built-in mono speaker: 0.3 W
- Mounting
- 1/4" screw thread for stand mounting
- Power supply
- 2 AA alkaline or NiMH batteries (not included)
- USB or Tascam PS-P520U power supply (DC 5V / 2A - optional)
- Operating time
- Approx. 17 hours
- Dimensions
- 61 x 142 x 27 mm
- Weight
- 126 g (without batteries)