Tascam DR-05X portable audio recorder, usb2.0

Price: £94.68
(as of Aug 04, 2025 13:16:08 UTC – Details)

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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) PHONES/LINE OUT Connector: 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced) USB Connector: USB Micro B-type

Tascam DR-05X

Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface

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

Recording Media: microSD card (64MB to 3GB), microSDHC card (4GB to 32GB), microSDXC card (up to 128GB)

New DR-05X now features a stereo omnidirectional condenser microphone, which captures everything from the quietest detail to the loudest peaks. 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 Auto recording function that can detect the sound input signal level and automatically start recording Power: 2 AA Batteries, USB bus power, AC 100 to 240V (optional AC Adapter)

Record clean and clear audio anywhere

DR-05X allows high-quality recording utilizing an easy-to-use interface, and is portable and powerful but with a size and cost that anyone can handle. Dual internal condenser microphones can handle anything from subtle to loud to 125dB SPL, with sensitivity to capture every detail.

Upgrade your movie

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.

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.

Extended Battery Life

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.

Never Miss the Timing

Auto recording function can detect the sound input signal level and automatically start recording. Also, Pre-recording function with up to 2 seconds pre-record provides fail-safe protection even when you are a bit late to hit the record button.

Nondestructive Overdubbing

The overdubbing function allows for Overdub Recording while playing a previously recorded file. This allows you to record other parts such as a guitar solo over a recording previously made such as at a rehearsal studio. Overdubbing creates a separate file, leaving the original file unaffected, making it easy to re-record.

192 Hours

192 Hours. This is how long you can record CD-quality sound with one single microSDXC card. DR-05X supports a microSDXC card, which can record longer with larger data capacity. If you record a stereo file at 44.1kHz/ 16bit CD quality, a128GB card holds 192 hours maximum. In MP3/ 320kbps mode, it can record up to 896 hours.

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Number of recording tracks
2-channel (stereo) / 1-channel (mono) 2-channel (stereo) / 1-channel (mono) 4-channel (2 stereo) 6 (4 tracks + stereo mix) 8 (6 tracks + stereo mix)

Directional characteristics and alignment of the microphones
Omni, AB (fixed) Cardioid, AB / XY (swivelling) Cardioid, AB / XY (swivelling) Cardioid, AB / XY (swivelling) Cardioid, AB / XY (swivelling)

Recording resolution
96 kHz / 24 bit 96 kHz / 24 bit 96 kHz / 24 bit 96 kHz / 32 bit float 192 kHz / 32 bit float

Inputs, phantom power
3.5mm stereo (unbalanced), plug-in power 3.5mm stereo (unbalanced), plug-in power Mic / Line XLR / 6.3mm TRS combo, 48 V phantom power Mic / Line XLR, 48 V phantom power Mic / Line XLR / 6.3mm TRS combo, 48 V phantom power

Outputs
3.5mm stereo (unbalanced) 3.5mm stereo (unbalanced) 3.5mm stereo (unbalanced) 3.5mm stereo (unbalanced) 3.5mm stereo (unbalanced)

Recording medium
SD card (64MB – 4GB), SDHC card (4- 32GB), SDXC card (64 – 128GB) SD card (64MB – 4GB), SDHC card (4- 32GB), SDXC card (64 – 128GB) SD card (64MB – 2GB), SDHC card (4- 32GB), SDXC card (64 – 128GB) Micro SD card up to 512 GB Micro SD card up to 512 GB

Wireless file sharing
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iOS / Android App via Bluetooth adapter AK-BT1 iOS / Android App via Bluetooth adapter AK-BT1

Remote control
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RC-3F / RC-10 iOS / Android App via Bluetooth adapter AK-BT1 iOS / Android App via Bluetooth adapter AK-BT1

USB audio interface inputs / outputs

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6×2 8×2

Battery life and power supply
17+ hours with 2 x AA batteries, Micro USB, (PS-P520U power supply unit optionally available) 17+ hours with 2 x AA batteries, Micro USB, (PS-P520U power supply unit optionally available) up to 20 hours with 3 x AA batteries, micro USB, (PS-P520U power supply unit optionally available) up to 22 hours with 4 x AA Li-Ion batteries, USB-C, (PS-P520U power supply unit optionally available) up to 18 hours with 4 x AA Li-Ion batteries, USB-C, (PS-P520U power supply unit optionally available)

Batteries ‏ : ‎ 2 AA batteries required. (included)
Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.6 x 6 x 14 cm; 116 g
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Tascam
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07N1HGVNS
Item model number ‏ : ‎ DR-05X
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High-quality pocket-sized portable stereo recorder.
Compact size and easy operation.
Can be used as a USB audio interface for Mac and Windows computers (two inputs, two outputs).
Supports WAV and MP3.
Built-in omni-directional stereo condenser microphone for vivid, high-quality, high-resolution recordings. Permissible operating temperature range 0°C — 40°C.