6 - Specifications

6.1

Audio specifications

 

 

Tape Speed

8.15 mm/s (SP mode)

 

 

 

 

 

4.075 mm/s (LP mode)

 

 

Recording time (with 120-

120 minutes (SP mode)

minute cassette)

 

240 minutes (LP mode)

 

 

 

 

Head drum speed

2,000 rpm (SP mode)

 

 

 

 

 

1,000 rpm (LP mode)

 

 

Fast wind time (forward

60 seconds end-to-end with

and rewind)

120-minute tape

 

 

Sampling frequency

44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

32 kHz (LP mode)

 

 

Recording resolution

16-bit linear (SP mode)

 

 

 

 

 

12-bit non-linear (LP mode)

 

 

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (SP mode)

±0.5 dB

 

20 Hz to 14,500 Hz (LP mode)

 

 

 

 

S/N ratio

> 92 dB

 

 

Dynamic range

>93 dB

 

 

Total harmonic distortion

<0.005% (SP mode)

(1 kHz @ FS – 0.1 dB)

 

<0.075% (LP mode)

 

 

 

 

Channel separation

>90 dB (1kHz @ FS)

 

 

Wow and flutter

Unmeasurable (<0.001%)

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.2

I/O specifications

 

 

 

 

Analog inputs (balanced

Nominal input level +4dBu

XLR-3-31 type)

(FS=–16 dBu)

 

 

Maximum input level +20 dBu

 

 

Nominal impedance >10 kΩ

 

 

Analog inputs (unbal-

Nominal input level –10dBV

anced RCA)

Maximum input level +6 dBV

 

 

(2Vrms)

 

 

Nominal impedance >50 kΩ

 

 

Analog outputs (balanced

Nominal output level +4dBu

XLR-3-32 type)

(FS=–16 dBu)

 

 

Maximum output level +20 dBu

 

 

Nominal impedance <100 Ω

 

 

 

Analog outputs (unbal-

Nominal output level –10 dBV

anced RCA)

Maximum output level +6 dBV

 

(2 Vrms)

 

Nominal impedance <1k Ω

 

 

Headphone 1/4-inch

(2 x 50 mW into 32 Ω)

stereo jack

 

 

 

Digital input AES/EBU

AES3-1992 (Type I)a or

(balanced XLR-3-31 type)

IEC60958 format (Type II)

 

(auto-detect)

 

 

Digital input COAXIAL

AES3-1992 (Type I)a or

(unbalanced RCA)

IEC60958 format (Type II)

 

(auto-detect)

 

 

Digital output AES/EBU

AES3-1992 (Type I)a or

(balanced XLR-3-32 type)

IEC60958 format (Type II)

 

(menu-selectable)

 

 

Digital output COAXIAL

AES3-1992 (Type I)a or

(unbalanced RCA)

IEC60958 format (Type II)

 

(menu-selectable)

 

 

Parallel I/O port

15-pin ’D’-sub connector

 

 

REMOTE CONTROL

For use with RC-D45 only

3.5 mm mini-jack

 

 

 

a.IEC-60958 Type I (AES3-1992) is a standard for broadcasting studios (professional). It can- not be used for connecting consumer products. IEC-60958 Type II (SPDIF) is a standard for consumer products.

6.3Physical specifications

Voltage requirements:

USA/Canada 120 VAC ‘60 Hz

 

Europe/UK 230 VAC @ 50 Hz

 

Australia 240 VAC @ 50 Hz

 

 

Power consumption

21 W

 

 

Weight

8 kg (17.6 lbs)

 

 

Dimensions (w x h x d)

482 x 150.5 x 364 mm (19 x 5.9

 

x 14.3 in

 

 

Supplied accessories

Rack mounting kit

 

 

Optional accessories

RC-D45 wired remote control

 

unit

 

 

Changes to specifications and features may be made without notice or obligaiton.

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DA-40 specifications

The Tascam DA-40 is a professional-grade digital audio tape recorder designed for a variety of audio production applications, including music recording, broadcasting, and post-production. Known for its durability and reliability, the DA-40 has established itself as a popular choice among sound engineers and musicians.

One of the main features of the Tascam DA-40 is its ability to record in both high-quality digital formats and traditional DAT (Digital Audio Tape). It supports sampling rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz, which are industry standards for audio recording. This flexibility allows users to choose the format that best suits their workflow, making it an excellent tool for archiving, mastering, or live recording.

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Another characteristic of the DA-40 is its versatility in connectivity options. It features balanced XLR inputs and outputs, along with unbalanced RCA connections, making it compatible with a wide range of audio equipment. The built-in S/PDIF digital output allows for seamless integration with digital audio workstations and other digital devices, enhancing its usability in modern studio environments.

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