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Tascam DR-05X

High-quality pocket-sized portable stereo recorder

Compact dimensions and simple operation

Recording media: Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 128 GB)

Can be used as a USB audio interface for Mac and Windows computers (two inputs, two outputs)

Built-in omnidirectional stereo condenser microphone for vivid, high-quality, high-resolution recordings

Switchable low-cut filter to suppress impact sound and other low-frequency interference (40 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz)

Manual adjustment of the recording level for music and outdoor recordings

Three options for automatic level adjustment during recording: peak reduction, level adjustment, limiter

Auto-recording (recording starts and stops when the input signal passes a certain threshold level)

Automatic setting of markers during auto-recording

Overwriting punch-in recordings (the last step can be cancelled)

NEW: Dictation mode for voice recordings and transcriptions

Pre-record memory (2 seconds) allows recording to start before the record button is pressed

Delayed recording (self-timer function) allows you to start recording 5 or 10 seconds after pressing the record button

Create a new audio file during recording (manually or when a certain file size is reached)

Set markers to easily navigate to specific positions in the material (up to 99 per file)

Sound generator for creating clapperboard signals (useful for video editing, for example)

Stereo microphone/line input for other recording sources or microphones

File names can be formed from the date or a defined character string

Automatic level levelling prevents jumps in the playback level

Variable playback speed without affecting the pitch (50-200%)

Repeat/loop (one track, all tracks or a selected range), useful when practising to music or learning a language

Create playlists to play tracks in a set order

Resume function (remembers the last playback position and starts playback there after the device has been switched off and on again)

Jump back function to skip back one track in the title (1-10, 20, 30 seconds)

Equaliser for sound adjustments during playback

Display of MP3 information (ID3 tags up to version 2.4)

Built-in loudspeaker

Headphone/line output

QUICK button for quick access to frequently used functions

Chromatic tuning function to tune your instrument

Cut function to cut off unwanted sounds or split long recordings

Functions for managing files and folders

Key lock to prevent incorrect operation

Multilingual menu (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese)

Easy-to-read, backlit display

USB 2.0 interface for data exchange with computer

Powered by two alkaline batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries (size AA), USB or optional AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520E)

Stand adapter (¼ inch, 6.35 mm) on the underside to attach the recorder to a table stand or microphone stand

The portable DR-05X allows you to create high-quality stereo recordings in MP3 or WAV format with a resolution of up to 96 kHz and 24 bit on microSD memory cards of up to 128 gigabytes. Its pair of omnidirectional microphones can handle sound pressure levels of up to 125 dB SPL and yet are sensitive enough to capture every detail. A dedicated microphone or line-level source can also be used and connected via a stereo mini-jack socket, which also provides a power supply for small microphones if required.


The DR-05X is quick and easy to operate with one thumb. Operations such as recording, adjusting the level, deleting unwanted takes and adding markers can be achieved at the touch of a button. Additional features such as depth filters, variable playback speed, a chromatic tuning function and more can be accessed via the multilingual menu (English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese). In addition to manual levelling, there are three different automatic functions to choose from (limiter, peak reduction, auto level), which can help to avoid distortion during recording. There is also an automatic level levelling function, which can compensate for sudden volume jumps during playback, and a built-in speaker for quickly checking recordings. Refine the input or output signal with one of six reverb effects and use the overdub function to add a guitar solo, for example, to a recording that you have previously made in the rehearsal room. The overdub recording creates a new file while retaining the original - so you can repeat the session as often as you like.


The new dictation mode simplifies skipping forwards and backwards during playback at previously defined time intervals. It can be combined with the variable speed and a special voice EQ, which is helpful when transcribing recorded session transcripts, for example. The new overwrite recording function allows you to set an entry point from which an existing recording is overwritten in the same way as with a conventional tape recorder.


In addition to recording on the go, the DR-05X can also be used as a USB audio interface with two inputs and outputs - ideal for dubbing, live streaming, podcasting and composing in studio quality.


Two AA batteries supply the recorder with power for more than 17 hours, even while recording in CD quality. However, operation is also possible via a USB port or using an optional AC adapter (PS-P520E) or battery pack.

Tascam

Tascam ist ein renommierter Hersteller von Audio- und Recording-Technologie, der 1970 in Japan gegründet wurde. Als Pionier im Bereich der professionellen Audioproduktion hat Tascam eine Vielzahl von innovativen Produkten entwickelt, darunter digitale Aufnahmegeräte, Mischpulte, Audio-Interfaces und tragbare Recorder. Das Unternehmen ist bekannt für seine benutzerfreundlichen Lösungen, die sowohl für Studioanwendungen als auch für Live-Performances geeignet sind. Tascam hat sich einen Namen gemacht, indem es hochwertige Klangqualität mit fortschrittlicher Technologie kombiniert und dabei die Bedürfnisse von Musikern, Produzenten und Tontechnikern in den Mittelpunkt stellt. Mit einer langen Geschichte in der Audiobranche bleibt Tascam ein vertrauenswürdiger Partner für kreative Fachleute weltweit und trägt dazu bei, musikalische Visionen in beeindruckende Klanglandschaften zu verwandeln.

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