Tascam Model 12 Integrated Production Suite Mixer/Recorder/USB Interface

12-channel Multitrack Recorder/10-channel Digital Mixer with 12-in/10-out USB Audio Interface and Built-in Effects Building upon the success of the Model 24 and Model 16, the highly flexible Tascam Model 12 is an all-in-one production mixer for music and multimedia creators, songwriters, and performers. This powerful, versatile hybrid mixer/recorder/audio interface is designed for both live and recording applications and is well suited for bands, studios, conferences, podcasts, houses of worship, and more. Updates to the Model 12 for the podcaster/internet streamer include mix-minus, Bluetooth pairing, smartphone input, multiple mic-ready channels, dual headphone monitoring, and internal multitrack recording, which allows the device to be used as a powerful live production recorder, USB audio interface, and live streaming tool. Other useful updates include an integrated MIDI I/O with a built-in metronome and separate click output. The 5-pin DIN connectors integrate with other outboard MIDI gear for synchronization and playback allowing for drum machines, synthesizers, and hardware sequencers to play nicely with the Model 12. The Model 12 offers basic external DAW control using HUI/MCU protocol emulations for integrated, tactile control of most major DAWs. Control parameters include faders, mutes, pans, solos, record arm, play record, stop, FF/Rew, and jog. The professional mixer offers 10 input channels including 8 microphone preamps with phantom power, eight 1/4" Hi-Z jacks, and 10 balanced 1/4" mono line inputs. Additionally, channels 9/10 stereo input also accepts signals from a variety of sources including Bluetooth, USB, or a 3.5mm stereo mini jack. There is single-knob compression available on all input channels, while two auxiliary sends provide signal routing to dedicated outboard monitors or effect. Aux 2 also sends to one of 16 onboard multi-FX effects. The main and sub stereo buses offer simple grouping as well as a dedicated 2-band EQ for fine tuning your mix. The Model 12 offers 11 faders, with 60mm of throw for quick and immediate mixing moves. Each channel may be assigned to receive audio from the live inputs, the internal multitrack recorder, or the USB audio interface, allowing for versatility in any environment. The onboard 12-track recorder takes its cue from Tascam's Portastudio line, offering multitrack recording with the ability to record 10 tracks plus the stereo master internally. Multichannel playback for advanced live performance backing or mixing. What's more, the simple interface allows you to punch in/out of recording and playback without extensive menu diving. Additionally, the Model 12 features a 12 x 10 USB audio interface allowing for the transmission of 10 input channels plus the stereo master at up to 24-bit/48 kHz resolution.Features: 8 XLR mic inputs (with +48V support)/10 TRS line inputs, 3.5mm stereo input and Bluetooth 5.0 input Ultra-HDDA Mic Pre-amp technology (Ch 1 thru 6) 1-knob compressor and 3-band EQ on all input modules Equipped with 60mm faders Selectable PFL/AFL modes and in-place solo (SIP) Stereo output to Main L-R and Sub L-R, monaural send to Aux 1 and Aux 2 Dual headphone outputs with individual volume and source selection TASCAM FX equipped Recording function with punch in/out support allows direct SD card 12-track recording/10-track playback 12-in/10-out USB audio interface function (USB Type-C connector) Built-in metronome function Bluetooth 5.0 input with AAC and SBC codec support Equipped with MIDI In/Out connectors, USB-MIDI interface function, and MTC output/MIDI clock output with SPP support Supports simple DAW control (HUI/MCU protocol emulation) Click output with Tap Tempo support Dual footswitch (TRS connector) function allows assignment of transport, FX, etc. Smartphone input with minus one function Specifications: Operating System Windows OS: Windows 10 (Nov 2019 Update), Windows 8.1, Windows 7 Mac OS: macOS Catalina, macOS Mojave, macOS Sierra (10.12) System Requirements CPU: Dual Core / 2 GHz or Faster Memory: 2 GB or More Driver:Windows: USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO2.0, WDM (MME)Mac: Core Audio Screen: 1280 × 800 Audio Performance Frequency Response: Mic In to Main Out: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0.5/-0.5 dB) Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): -103 dBu (Main Out, Main Fader: Nominal Position) EIN: -128 dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150 Ohm, Gain Knob: Max) THD: Mic In to Main Out: 0.004% (Nominal Input Level, +2 dBu, 1 kHz, Gain Min.) Crosstalk: -95 dB, Channels / Input and Output (1 kHz, Pan Fully Counter Clockwise / Fully Clockwise) Maximum Gain:Mic – Main Out: 74 dBMic – Insert Out: 50 dBMic – Sub Out: 74 dBMic – CR Out: 79 dBMic – Monitor Out: 75 dBMic – FX Out: 75 dBUSB/SD – Main Out: 24 dB(EQ Flatten, Pan Fully Counter Clockwise / Fully Clockwise) Recording Specifications Recording:Supported Media:SD: 512 MB to 2 GBSDHC: 4 GB to 32 GBSDXC: 64 GB to 512 GBClass 10 or Higher RequiredFile System:SD Card: FAT16SDHC Card: FAT32SDXC Card: exFATRecording File Format: WAV (BWF)Playback Format: WAV (BWF)Sampling Frequency: 44.1 / 48 kHzBit Depth: 16- / 24-BitRecordable Channels: Maximum 12 Channels (10 Channel + 2 Stereo Mix) Analog Audio Inputs Mic Input:Mic In: Channel 1 to 6, 7/8 to 9/10Connector: XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)Maximum Input Level: +10 dBuNominal Input Level: -8 dBuMinimum Input Level: -58 dBuGain Adjustable Range: 0 to 50 dBInput Impedance: 1.8 KilohmsPhantom Power Supply: +48V Line Input:Line In: Channels 1-6, 7/8, 9/10Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack (Balanced)Maximum Input Level: +22 dBuNominal Input Level: +4 dBuInput Impedance: 22 KilohmsGain Adjustable Range:Channels 1 to 6: -10 to +40 dBChannels 7/8 and 9/10: -20 to +30 dB Instrument Input:Instrument In: Channels 1-6, 7, 9Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)Maximum Input Level: +19.8 dBuNominal Input Level: +1.8 dBuGain Adjustable Range:Ch 1-6: -10 to +40 dBCh 7 & 9: -20 to +30 dBInput Impedance: 1 Megohm Insert:Insert: Channels 1 & 2Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND)Return (Ring)Maximum Input Level: +18 dBuNominal Input Level: 0 dBuInput Impedance: 5 KilohmsSend (Tip)Maximum Output Level: +18 dBuNominal Output Level: 0 dBuOutput Impedance: 100 Ohms Stereo Input:Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Mini TRRS Jack (Unbalanced)Maximum Input Level: +8 dBVNominal Input Level: -10 dBVInput Impedance: 10 Kilohms Analog Outputs Main Output:Connector: XLR 3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)Maximum Output Level: +22 dBuNominal Output Level: +4 dBuOutput Impedance: 200 Ohms Other Outputs:Sub Out (L/R), Aux Out (1/2), Click (Mono)Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND)Maximum Output Level: +16 dBuNominal Output Level: -2 dBuOutput Impedance: 200 Ohms Phones:Headphones Out: 1 and 2Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm Stereo Phone JackOutput Level: 45 mW + 45 mW (32-Ohm Loaded) Metronome: Metronome Click: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Remote Footswitch: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack USB USB:Connector: Type-CFormat: USB 2.0 High-Speed, Mass-Storage Class/USB Audio ClassSampling Rate: 44.1 / 48 kHzBit Depth: 16- / 24-BitMaximum Input and Output: 12 Inputs / 10 Outputs Bluetooth Specifications Bluetooth:Output Class: Class 2Transmission Range: Approximately 33' / 10 m (Transmission Range May Vary, Depending on Surroundings)Bluetooth Version: 5.0Supported Profile: A2DPSupported A2DP Codecs: SBC, AACA2DP Content Protection: SCMS-T Equalizer Channel EQ:Low-Cut: 100 Hz, -12 dB/OctaveHi-Shelving: +15 dB / -15 dB, Cut Off Frequency: 10 kHzMid (Peaking):(MONO): +15 dB / -15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable(STEREO): +15 dB / -15 dB, Center Frequency = 600 HzMID-Band Q Fix: 0.5Low-Shelving: +15 dB / -15 dB, Cut-Off Frequency: 80 Hz Master Section:Hi-Shelving: +15 dB/-15 dB, Cut Off Frequency: 10 kHzMID-Peaking: +15 dB/-15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable, Q: 0.5/5Low-Shelving: +15 dB/-15 dB, Cut-Off Frequency: 60 Hz Effects Effect Types:HALL 1HALL 2ROOM 1ROOM 2PLATESTUDIOLIVEDELAY 1DELAY 2PING PONGCHORUSFLANGERDELAY + HALL 1DELAY + HALL 2CHORUS + HALL 1CHORUS + HALL 2 MIDI MIDI I/O:2 x 5-Pin DIN ConnectorsCan Sync with Other External MIDI Devices (Drum Machines, Synthesizers, Hardware Sequencers) Power Specifications Power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 16 W Physical Operating Temperature: 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C Dimensions: 13.5 x 14.2 x 3.96" / 343 x 360 x 98.5 mm (Including Knob Height and Protrusion) Weight: 9.5 lb / 4.3 kg Includes: Tascam Model 12 Integrated Production Suite Mixer/Recorder/USB Interface Power Supply Limited 1-Year Warranty for Parts, 90-Day for Labor