Tascam DR-07XP

The Tascam DR-07XP is a portable digital recorder designed to deliver accurate and flexible sound capture. Its compact, ergonomic design makes it easy to carry, making it ideal for a variety of applications, from music recording to interviews and field reporting. Equipped with high-performance unidirectional stereo microphones, it offers a choice of X-Y (clear sound with less phase) or A-B (wider, more natural sound) pickup patterns. It records in linear PCM WAV at up to 96 kHz in 32-bit float, ensuring wide dynamic range without the risk of clipping. It also supports MP3 files from 32 to 320 kbps, allowing you to optimize recording sizes as needed. Its overdub mode makes it easy to add a new take to an existing file, ideal for musicians and podcasters. The recorder incorporates practical sound management tools, such as a limiter, a peak reducer, automatic level control and an adjustable low-cut filter. To avoid signal loss, it offers a pre-recording mode that saves the two seconds before pressing the REC button. Its automatic recording starts as soon as the sound exceeds a set threshold. The DR-07XP is compatible with microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards up to 512 GB, offering a large recording capacity. It has a battery life of 17 hours on two AA batteries and can also be powered via USB-C. Its backlit LCD screen makes it easy to access settings, while a built-in speaker allows you to quickly listen to recordings. Ergonomics are also enhanced with a 3.5 mm mini-jack headphone jack and a USB-C port for file transfer or use as a USB audio interface. For musicians, it includes a tuner and built-in reverb, applied in real time during recording or playback. With its robustness, sound quality, and numerous features, the Tascam DR-07XP is a reliable tool for anyone looking for a powerful and easy-to-use recorder.