{"product_id":"tascam-dr-40xp-32-bit-float-4-track-audio-recorder-usb-interface","title":"Tascam DR-40XP – 32-Bit Float 4-Track Audio Recorder\/USB Interface","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Tascam DR-40XP?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tascam DR-40XP is a handheld 4-track audio recorder and USB audio interface built around 32-bit float recording, designed for field recording, interview and lecture capture, and location sound work. It records up to four channels simultaneously using its adjustable A-B\/X-Y stereo condenser microphones plus two XLR\/TRS combo inputs with phantom power, making it equally useful as a standalone field recorder or as a USB microphone and audio interface for conferencing and content creation. AV integrators and production teams spec the DR-40XP where a portable, self-contained recorder needs to double as a computer or mobile audio interface without a separate mixer. It fits interview capture, courtroom and lecture recording, and ENG-style field production where reliable, clip-free audio is the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does the Tascam DR-40XP work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DR-40XP records to microSD\/SDXC media (up to 512GB) in WAV\/BWF at 16-bit, 24-bit, or 32-bit float resolution, at sample rates up to 96 kHz, or in MP3 for smaller file sizes. Recording in 32-bit float removes the need to set input gain precisely before a take — the format captures an extremely wide dynamic range, so an unexpected loud passage or a quiet aside is preserved without clipping and can be leveled in post. The two front-mounted microphone capsules can be rotated between an X-Y (coincident cardioid) pattern for tighter stereo imaging or an A-B (spaced) pattern for a wider stereo field, giving one recorder two distinct capture geometries for interviews, ambient recording, or music rehearsal capture. Two combo XLR\/TRS inputs with switchable +24V\/+48V phantom power let the unit take external lavalier mics, shotgun mics, or line-level feeds from a mixer, and the built-in HDDA mic preamps (EIN of -126dBu or lower) keep the noise floor low even at high gain. All four inputs — two internal mic channels and two external — can record to separate tracks at once, which is useful for a lecture capture setup running a podium mic and a room mic in parallel, or an interview rig running a host mic and a guest mic independently. Beyond standalone recording, the DR-40XP functions as a USB-C 2-in\/2-out audio interface and USB microphone, so it plugs directly into a laptop, desktop, or iOS device for conferencing, streaming, or DAW tracking — a practical option when a conference room or huddle space needs a higher-quality USB mic than a built-in laptop mic without adding a separate audio interface to the rack. Onboard tools include a limiter and peak reduction to protect against clipping on unpredictable sources, a built-in tuner, reverb effects for monitoring, and overdub capability for building up multitrack recordings in the field. Power comes from 3 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium) rated for approximately 18 hours on the internal mics, or USB bus power\/an optional AC adapter for stationary use at a podium or conference table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features of the Tascam DR-40XP?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e32-bit float recording\u003c\/strong\u003e — captures an extremely wide dynamic range so clipping from unexpected input levels is virtually eliminated, reducing the need for gain-staging in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable A-B\/X-Y stereo microphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in capsules rotate between two stereo geometries, letting one recorder handle both tight interview capture and wide ambient recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual XLR\/TRS combo inputs with phantom power\u003c\/strong\u003e — accepts external condenser or dynamic mics and line-level sources alongside the built-in mics for true 4-channel simultaneous recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C 2-in\/2-out audio interface and USB mic\u003c\/strong\u003e — connects directly to a computer or iOS device for conferencing, streaming, or DAW recording without a separate interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-low noise HDDA mic preamps\u003c\/strong\u003e — an EIN of -126dBu or lower keeps recordings clean even when gain is pushed for quiet sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003emicroSDXC support up to 512GB\u003c\/strong\u003e — long-form lecture, meeting, or multi-day field sessions fit on a single card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimiter and peak reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e — protects recordings from clipping on unpredictable or sudden loud sources without constant manual monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 18 hours of battery life\u003c\/strong\u003e — runs a full day of interviews, field sessions, or lecture capture on 3 AA batteries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdub and built-in effects\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports layered recording and includes onboard reverb and a tuner for musicians working in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere is the Tascam DR-40XP typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial meeting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"table-layout:fixed;width:100%;min-width:280px;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:42%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:58%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRecording formats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWAV\/BWF: 16-bit, 24-bit, 32-bit float at 44.1\/48\/96 kHz; MP3: 32–320 kbps at 44.1\/48 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStorage media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003emicroSD\/SDXC card, up to 512GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt-in microphones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eAdjustable A-B or X-Y unidirectional condenser microphones, up to 125dB SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eExternal inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2x XLR\/TRS combo, +24V\/+48V phantom power; mic input impedance 2.4kΩ, line 10kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMax input level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e+7 dBu (mic), +24 dBu (line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 Hz–40 kHz, +0\/-1 dB (at 96 kHz sampling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEIN (noise floor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e-126 dBu or lower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e0.008% or lower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDynamic range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e112 dB or higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRecording channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4 input channels (2 stereo pairs), 4 recordable tracks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e3.5mm stereo headphone\/line out (-20 dBV nominal, +0 dBV max); built-in 0.3W mono speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eUSB interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eUSB-C (USB 2.0 High Speed); 2-in\/2-out audio interface and USB mic at 44.1\/48 kHz, 24-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e3x AA batteries (alkaline\/NiMH\/lithium), approx. 18 hours on built-in mics; 5V USB bus power; optional PS-P520U AC adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e70 × 155 × 35 mm (closed); 90 × 155 × 35 mm (mics open)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e282g with batteries; 213g without\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e0–40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications sourced from Tascam's official US product page: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tascam.com\/us\/product\/dr-40xp\/spec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003etascam.com\/us\/product\/dr-40xp\/spec\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair the DR-40XP with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/tascam-ak-dr11c-mkii-av-accessory-pack-for-dr-series-recorders\"\u003eTascam AK-DR11C MKII accessory pack\u003c\/a\u003e for studio-adjacent use, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/tascam-ak-dr11g-mkiii-field-accessory-pack-for-dr-series-recorders\"\u003eAK-DR11G MKIII field accessory pack\u003c\/a\u003e for outdoor and location work, or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/tascam-rc-10-wired-wireless-remote-for-dr-series-recorders\"\u003eRC-10 wired\/wireless remote\u003c\/a\u003e for hands-free start\/stop control. Browse the full line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/collections\/tascam\"\u003eTascam recorders and audio equipment\u003c\/a\u003e for additional DR-Series options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tascam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591220429036,"sku":"DR-40XP","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/dr-40xp_w_main.jpg?v=1791491923","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/tascam-dr-40xp-32-bit-float-4-track-audio-recorder-usb-interface","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}