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TASCAM DR-05XP Portable Handheld Recorder

The Tascam DR-05XP is a portable handheld recorder with 32-bit float recording, built-in condenser microphones, and USB-C audio interface functionality.

Ideal for music, podcasts, interviews, meetings, streaming, field recording, and audio-for-video production.

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Description

Tascam DR-05XP Portable Handheld Recorder

The Tascam DR-05XP is a compact, high-quality portable handheld recorder designed for creators, musicians, videographers, podcasters, journalists, students, and professionals who need reliable audio capture anywhere. Whether you are recording live music in Melbourne, interviews in Sydney, content in Brisbane, field audio in Perth, or meetings in Adelaide, the DR-05XP delivers clean, flexible recording in a lightweight travel-ready design.

Available from Audio Shop Australia, this handheld recorder is built for modern production workflows with 32-bit float recording, built-in condenser microphones, USB-C audio interface functionality, and microSDXC card support up to 512 GB.

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Premium Portable Recording for Any Situation

The DR-05XP is made for quick, dependable recording without a complicated setup. Its built-in condenser microphones capture clear stereo sound, while the 32-bit float recording mode gives you more confidence when recording unpredictable audio levels. From quiet spoken-word sessions to louder live environments, it is designed to help preserve detail while reducing the risk of distorted takes.

With support for 44.1, 48, and 96 kHz sampling frequencies, plus 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit float recording options, the Tascam DR-05XP gives you flexible audio quality settings for everyday capture, professional content creation, and post-production workflows.


USB-C Audio Interface and USB Microphone Functionality

More than just a portable recorder, the Tascam DR-05XP can also operate as a 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface. Connect it to a computer, DAW, or compatible iOS device and use it for podcasting, streaming, online meetings, voiceovers, content production, or simple desktop recording.

This makes it a versatile option for creators who need one compact device for location recording and studio-style USB audio work. Whether you are producing video content on the Gold Coast, recording voice notes in Canberra, capturing interviews in Newcastle, or creating course material on the Sunshine Coast, the DR-05XP fits easily into a mobile production kit.


Key Features

The Tascam DR-05XP features portable microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC card recording with support up to 512 GB, giving you generous storage capacity for long sessions. Its built-in microphones are designed to handle loud environments up to 125 dB SPL, making it suitable for music rehearsals, events, ambience, and field recording.

Powered by two AA batteries, USB bus power, or a compatible dedicated AC adapter, the DR-05XP gives you practical power options for both portable and fixed recording environments. With over 17 hours of operation on two AA alkaline batteries, it is ideal for long recording days, interviews, location sound, lectures, meetings, and travel work.


Ideal For

The Tascam DR-05XP is ideal for musicians, podcasters, YouTubers, filmmakers, journalists, students, voiceover creators, business users, and field recordists who need a dependable portable recorder. It is especially useful for capturing rehearsals, live performances, interviews, lectures, meetings, location ambience, podcasts, streaming audio, and audio-for-video projects.

For Australian creators working across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra, Newcastle, and the Sunshine Coast, the DR-05XP offers a compact, professional recording solution that is easy to carry, quick to set up, and flexible enough for both creative and business use.


Why Buy from Audio Shop Australia?

When you buy from Audio Shop Australia, you get access to quality audio equipment backed by local product knowledge and support for Australian buyers. Whether you are building a mobile recording kit, upgrading your content creation setup, or adding a reliable handheld recorder to your studio gear, Audio Shop Australia helps you choose the right tools with confidence.

Order the Tascam DR-05XP today and enjoy a professional portable recording solution with Australia-wide service and support for creators, musicians, educators, and audio professionals.

About brand
Tascam has been a leading name in the professional audio industry for over 30 years, best known for its reliable audio recorders and innovative studio equipment. The brand became popular in the 1970s by offering affordable home studio recording solutions for musicians who needed quality results without expensive studio time. Over the years, Tascam introduced several industry-first products, including cassette-based multi-track recorders, reel-to-reel systems, R-DAT recorders, MiniDisc digital multi-trackers, and CD scratchers. The brand has also received major recognition, including Emmy Awards in 1995 and 2000 for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development. Today, Tascam offers a wide range of recording solutions for both beginners and professionals, including portable recorders, audio interfaces, mixers, and studio gear. Whether you need a compact recorder for field recording or a complete studio setup, Tascam provides dependable tools for high-quality audio production. At Audio Shop Australia, we stock a wide range of Tascam products. Whether you are recording music, podcasts, interviews, live sound, or studio sessions, our team can help you choose the right Tascam recorder, interface, or mixer for your needs.
Tech Specs
Specification Details
Recording Media microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC card, up to 512 GB
Sampling Frequency 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
Quantisation Bit Depth 16-bit / 24-bit / 32-bit float
Number of Channels Input channels: 2 stereo; Recording tracks: 2 stereo
Nominal Output Level −14 dBV, 10 kΩ load
Maximum Output Power 20 mW + 20 mW, 32 Ω load
Power Supply 2 AA batteries, alkaline or NiMH sold separately; USB bus power from a computer; dedicated AC adapter TASCAM PS-P520U sold separately, DC 5 V, 2 A
Dimensions 61 mm × 142 mm × 27 mm, W × H × D
Weight 174 g with batteries / 126 g without batteries
Operating Temperature Range 0–40 °C

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