Description
The DR-05X offers portable, high-quality stereo recording in MP3 or WAV format – including 96-kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio – using microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC media. A pair of omni-directional mics handles up to 125 dB SPL with the sensitivity to capture every detail. Users can also use their own microphone or line-level source through the mini-jack stereo input which includes plug-in power for microphones that need it.
The DR-05X is quick and easy to use with one thumb. Operations like recording, adjusting levels, deleting bad takes and adding marks are only a button press away. Other features like low-cut filtering, Variable Speed Audition, chromatic tuner and others more can be chosen from the multilingual menu (English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese). Three different auto level modes (Limiter, Peak Reduction, Auto Level) can help to prevent accidental distortion while recording. There is also a Level Align function that allows to smooth out any sudden volume jumps during playback, and a built-in speaker is provided for quick check-back. Users may apply one out of six reverb effects to the input or output signal, and an Overdub feature allows to record other parts such as a guitar solo over a recording previously made such as at a rehearsal studio. Overdubbing creates a new file, leaving the original file unaffected, making it easy to re-record.
Transcript Your Voice Recordings
The new Dictation Mode enables the user to jump back and forth in preselected increments while playing back a file. It can be combined with speed control and a special dictation EQ making it useful for transcribing minutes recordings, for example. The new tape-style Overwrite mode with one level of undo allows users to select a drop-in time and replace part of an existing recording.
Turn Your Room Into a Studio – In a Minute
Apart from handheld recording, the DR-05X can also be used as a USB audio interface with two inputs and outputs, making it a tool for voiceover work, live streaming, podcasting and songwriting with studio-quality audio.
Two AA batteries can power the recorder for more than 17 hours, even while recording at CD quality. Operation by USB bus power or an optional AC adapter (PS-P520E) is also possible.
Still Safe If It’s Louder Than You Thought.
Peak Reduction works in rehearsal mode or in record. So even if the sound or performance is louder than the soundcheck you’re safe. Combined with Auto Level and Limiter for preventing distortion, you never have to worry about sudden level changes.
| DR-05X | DR-07X | DR-40X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mic type / polar pattern | Electret condenser / Omni-directional | Electret condenser / Uni-directional | Electret condenser / Uni-directional |
| Mic configurations | AB (fixed) | AB/XY (swivelling) | AB/XY (swivelling) |
| Mid-side mic support | no | no | yes |
| Audio tracks | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Recording resolution | WAV or MP3, up to 96 kHz / 24 bit | WAV or MP3, up to 96 kHz / 24 bit | WAV or MP3, up to 96 kHz / 24 bit |
| MP3 bit rates | 32–320 kbit/s at 44.1/48 kHz | 32–320 kbit/s at 44.1/48 kHz | 32–320 kbit/s at 44.1/48 kHz |
| Recording media | microSD up to 128 GB | microSD up to 128 GB | SD up to 128 GB |
| Power supply | 2 × AA, USB, PS-P520E (optional) | 2 × AA, USB, PS-P520E (optional) | 3 × AA, USB, PS-P520E (optional) |
| Battery life | 17+ hours | 17+ hours | up to 18 hours |
| Mic/line input | Stereo 3.5-mm mini jack with plug-in power | Stereo 3.5-mm mini jack with plug-in power | Balanced XLR/jack combo with 48 V phantom power |
| Built-in speaker | yes | yes | yes |
| Phones/line output | Stereo 3.5-mm mini jack | Stereo 3.5-mm mini jack | Stereo 3.5-mm mini jack |
| Remote control | no | no | RC-3F / RC-10 |
| Low-cut filter | 40/80/120 Hz | 40/80/120 Hz | 40/80/120/220 Hz |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 40 kHz +1/−3 dB | 20 Hz – 40 kHz +1/−3 dB | 20 Hz – 40 kHz +1/−3 dB |
| Distortion (THD) | ≤0.05 % | ≤0.05 % | ≤0.05 % |
| S/N ratio | ≥92 dB | ≥92 dB | ≥92 dB |
| Dual recording | no | no | dual-level |
| 4-track recording | no | no | internal mics + stereo line |
| Non-destructive overdubs | yes | yes | yes |
| Dictation mode | yes | yes | yes |
| Auto-level control | Peak Reduction, Auto Level, Limiter | Peak Reduction, Auto Level, Limiter | Peak Reduction, Auto Level, Limiter |
| Auto recording by input level | yes | yes | yes |
| Pre-recording buffer | 2 seconds | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Self-timer | yes | yes | yes |
| Mark function | yes | yes | yes |
| Variable speed audition | yes | yes | yes |
| Playlist function | yes | yes | yes |
| Playback EQ | yes | yes | yes |
| Auto level align on playback | yes | yes | yes |
| Reverb effect | yes | yes | yes |
| Chromatic tuner | yes | yes | yes |
| Multilingual menu | yes | yes | yes |
| USB audio interface mode | yes | yes | yes |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 61 mm × 141 mm × 26 mm | 68 mm × 158 mm × 26 mm | 70 mm × 155 mm × 35 mm |
| Weight with batteries | 165 g | 171 g | 282 g |
