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Tascam BP-6AA External Battery Pack - DR-40X Portable Recorder
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Extend Your Recording Time with this External Battery PackThe TASCAM BP-6AA External Battery Pack is designed to extend the battery life of your Tascam handheld recorder. This pack easily attaches to the bottom of your recorder, providing over 50 hours of recording time. Perfect for long recordin...
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Overview
Extend Your Recording Time with this External Battery Pack
The TASCAM BP-6AA External Battery Pack is designed to extend the battery life of your Tascam handheld recorder. This pack easily attaches to the bottom of your recorder, providing over 50 hours of recording time. Perfect for long recording sessions in the field.
- Brand: TASCAM
- Model: BP-6AA
- Compatibility: DR-40X Portable Digital Recorder
- Battery Type: AA Alkaline or Ni-MH
- Output: DC 5V (USB Type A)
Key Features
Designed for use with TASCAM handheld recorders, specifically the DR-40
Increases the DR-40's already-impressive 17.5 hour battery life to over 50 hours of recording
The battery pack accommodates six AA batteries and supplies power via USB cable
Feature a USB to DC plug cable for versatile use
Easily mounts to the handheld equipment's tripod connector
Specifications
Product Type
External Battery Pack
Compatibility
TASCAM DR-40 Portable Recorder
Battery Type
AA (x6)
Power Output
Via USB cable
USB Cable Type
USB to DC plug cable
Mounting
Tripod connector
Extended Battery Life (DR-40)
Over 50 hours
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Extends the TASCAM DR-40's recording time from 17.5 hours to over 50 hours, significantly boosting operational duration.
- Accommodates six AA batteries, providing a readily available and easily replaceable power source.
- Supplies power to the TASCAM DR-40 recorder via a standard USB cable, ensuring broad compatibility.
- Features a versatile USB to DC plug cable, allowing for use with various devices beyond its primary purpose.
- Designed to easily mount to the handheld recorder's tripod connector, offering stable integration with existing setups.
👎 Cons
- This battery pack is specifically designed for the TASCAM DR-40 recorder, limiting its direct utility for other devices without further adapters.
- Requires six AA batteries, which are not included and represent an ongoing consumable cost.
- The battery pack itself does not have a stated power level indicator, making it difficult to gauge remaining charge without checking the connected device.
- While versatile with its USB to DC plug cable, the primary benefit is tied to a single TASCAM recorder model.
- The physical dimensions and weight of the battery pack plus six AA batteries are not provided, potentially affecting portability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which TASCAM recorder is this battery pack designed for?
This Tascam BP-6AA external battery pack is specifically designed for use with the TASCAM DR-40 handheld portable recorder.
How much additional recording time does this battery pack provide for the DR-40?
This battery pack significantly increases the DR-40's already impressive 17.5-hour battery life to over 50 hours of continuous recording.
What type of batteries does the BP-6AA use?
The battery pack accommodates six AA batteries as its power source.
How does the battery pack connect to the DR-40?
It supplies power via a standard USB cable and features a USB to DC plug cable for versatile connection to the handheld equipment.
Can this battery pack be easily attached to recording setups?
Yes, it is designed to easily mount to the handheld equipment's tripod connector, facilitating integration with existing recording rigs.
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