Tascam's Model 12 is a compact all-in-one integrated mixer designed for music and multimedia creators, songwriters and performers. Features include Tascam's critically acclaimed multi-track recorder, USB audio/MIDI interface, DAW control functions, and unique podcasting capability including mix-minus and smartphone inputs. The Model 12 supports your creative process, production, and workflow from start to finish including podcasting.
The Model 12's seamless integrated workflow facilitates less focus on the technical and more on the creative. The comfortable, familiar feel of the Model 12's 60mm faders and 1-knob compressor, 3-band EQ, and Tascam's high-quality reverb effects allow fast tweaking of mixes and tones.
Tascam's Ultra HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with EIN of -128dB ensure natural low noise and high-grade sound quality. Additionally, Hi-Z line level inputs are included on all channels for direct instrument input.
The Model 12's intuitive internal 12-track recorder records WAV files of up to 24-bit/48 kHz audio quality directly to an SD card, with 10-track playback. Supporting metronome, punch-in/out, and overdubbing functions, the internal recorder also allows WAV files to be imported directly into a DAW for further editing or production.
An onboard USB Type-C connector facilitates connecting a computer to the Model 12 for playback and recording utilizing a wide range of popular DAWs. Basic external DAW control (Faders, Mutes, Pans, Solos, Record arm, Play, Record, Stop, FF/Rew, Jog) using HUI/MCU protocol emulation is integrated for tactile control of most major DAWs.
Standard MIDI in/out connectors allow connection with a wide range of keyboards, drum machines, controllers, and other sources that employ MIDI connectors. The Model 12 can also be used for synchronized operation of multi-track recorders and other external devices like drum machines.
TASCAM Model 12 Features
- 12-track multi-track recording with 10 track playback
- Recording function with punch in/out support allows direct SD card 12 track recording / 10 track playback
- 12 in / 10 out USB audio interface for DAW connectivity
- DAW control integration
- Click Output with Tap Tempo
- Built-in metronome function
- Seamless loop playback with VAMP Playback function
- Recorded tracks can be swapped with other tracks
- Onboard MIDI functionality
- Ultra HDDA mic preamp technology (CH 1-6)
- Selectable PFL/AFL modes and solo in place (SIP) for flexible monitoring of individual channels
- Dual headphone output with individual volume and source selection
- 1-knob compressor and 3 band EQ installed on all input modules
- 60mm faders
- Output delay for synchronized audio/video streaming
- Podcasting and internet streaming is easy with mix-minus, smartphone input, mic-ready channels, Bluetooth pairing, dual headphone monitoring, and internal multi-track recording
- Ideal desktop tool for music and multimedia creators
- Model 12 Mixer1
- AC adapter1
- Power cord1
- USB cable1
- TRRS cable1
- Recording Section
- Supported Media: SD (512MB to 2GB), SDHC (4GB to 32GB), SDXC (64GB to 512GB) Class 10 or higher required.
- File System
- SD Card: FAT16
- SDHC Card: FAT32
- SDXC Card: exFAT
- Recording File Format: WAV(BWF)
- Playback Format: WAV, BWF
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1k / 48k Hz
- Bit Depth: 16 / 24 bit
- Max. Recordable Channel Number: 12ch (10ch + 2 stereo mix)
- Audio Inputs
- Mic In (CH1 to 6, 7, 9)
- Connector: XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced)
- Max. Input Level: +10dBu
- Nominal Input Level: -8dBu
- Min. Input Level: -58dBu
- Gain Adjustable Range: 0 to 50dB
- Input Impedance: 1.8kΩ
- Phantom Power Supply: +48V
- Line In (CH1 to 6, 7/8, 9/10)
- Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced)
- Max. Input Level: +22dBu
- Nominal Input Level: +4dBu
- Gain Adjustable Range: -10 to +40 dB: CH 1 to 6, -20 to +30 dB: CH 7/8 and 9/10
- Input Impedance: 22kΩ
- Inst In (CH1 to 6, 7, 9)
- Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)
- Max. Input Level: +13.8dBV
- Nominal Input Level: -4.2dBV
- Gain Adjustable Range: -10 to +40 dB (CH 1 to 6), -20 to +30 dB (CH 7 and 9)
- Input Impedance: 1MΩ
- Insert (CH 1 and 2)
- Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND)
- Return (ring)
- Max. Input Level: +18dBu
- Nominal Input Level: 0dBu
- Input Impedance: 5kΩ
- Send (tip)
- Max. Output Level: +18dBu
- Nominal Output Level: 0dBu
- Output Impednace: 100Ω
- Music / Talk
- Connector: 1/8" (3.5mm) TRRS jack (for Smartphone, Unbalanced)
- Max. Input Level: +8dBV
- Nominal Input Level: -10dBV
- Input Impedance: 10kΩ
- Outputs
- Main Output
- Connector: XLR 3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced)
- Max. Output Level: +22dBu
- Nominal Output Level: +4dBu
- Output Impedance: 200Ω
- Sub Out, Aux Out
- Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced)
- Max. Output Level: +16dBu
- Nominal Output Level: -2dBu
- Output Impedance: 200Ω
- Phones Out (PHONES 1 and 2)
- Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo Phone jack
- Max. Output Level: 45mW + 45mW (32Ω loaded)
- Control Input / Output
- USB
- Connector: USB Type-C
- Format: USB2.0 High-Speed, Mass-storage class/USB Audio Class
- Click (metronome click) Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TS phone jack
- Footswitch Connector (compatible with Tascam RC-1F footswitch): 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS phone jack
- MIDI Out
- Connector: 5-pin DIN
- Format: standard MIDI
- USB Audio
- Sampling Rate: 44.1k / 48k Hz
- Bit Depth: 16 / 24 bit
- Max. Input: 12ch
- Max. Output: 10ch
- Bluetooth® (to main or CH 9/10)
- Version: 5.0
- Output Class: Class 2 (transmission range approx. 33 ft, though this may vary)
- Supported Profile: A2DP
- Supported A2DP Codecs: SBC, AAC
- A2DP Content Protection: SCMS-T
- Channel EQ
- Low-Cut: 100Hz, -18dB/octave
- Hi-Shelving: +15dB / -15dB, cut off frequency = 10kHz
- Mid-Peaking: +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz variable, MID Band Q Fix, 0.5
- Low-Shelving: +15dB / -15dB, cut off frequency = 80Hz
- Master Section EQ
- Hi-Shelving: +15dB / -15dB, cut off frequency = 10kHz
- MID-Peaking: +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz variable, Q: 0.5/5
- Low-Shelving: +15dB / -15dB, cut off frequency = 60Hz
- Internal Effects
- 1. Hall 1
- 2. Hall 2
- 3. Room 1
- 4. Room 2
- 5. Plate
- 6. Studio
- 7. Live
- 8. Delay 1
- 9. Delay 2
- 10. Ping Pong
- 11. Chorus
- 12. Flanger
- 13. Delay + Hall 1
- 14. Delay + Hall 2
- 15. Chorus + Hall 1
- 16. Chorus + Hall 2
- PowerAC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption16W
- Audio Performance
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz (+0.3/-0.7 dB, MIC IN to MAIN OUT)
- S/N Ratio: 103dB (MAIN OUT, MAIN fader: nominal position)
- EIN: -128dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150Ω, GAIN knob: Max)
- THD: 0.003% (MIC IN to MAIN OUT, nominal input level, +2dBu, 1kHz, GAIN min.)
- Crosstalk: -95dB, channels / input and output (1kHz, PAN fully counter clockwise / fully clockwise)
- Max. Gain (EQ flatten, PAN fully counter clockwise / fully clockwise)
- Mic to Main Out: 74dB
- Mic to Insert Out: 54dB
- Mic to Sub Out: 74dB
- Mic to Aux 1/2 Out: 75dB
- USB/SD to Main Out: 24dB
- Operating Temperature41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
- Dimensions (WxHxD)13.5" x 14.2" x 3.9"
- Weight9.5 pounds
