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

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

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.

    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

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 dB
Mic – Insert Out: 50 dB
Mic – Sub Out: 74 dB
Mic – CR Out: 79 dB
Mic – Monitor Out: 75 dB
Mic – FX Out: 75 dB
USB/SD – Main Out: 24 dB
(EQ Flatten, Pan Fully Counter Clockwise / Fully Clockwise)

Recording Specifications
Recording    Supported Media:
SD: 512 MB to 2 GB
SDHC: 4 GB to 32 GB
SDXC: 64 GB to 512 GB
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: 44.1 / 48 kHz
Bit Depth: 16- / 24-Bit
Recordable Channels: Maximum 12 Channels (10 Channel + 2 Stereo Mix)

Analog Audio Inputs
Mic Input    Mic In: Channel 1 to 6, 7/8 to 9/10
Connector: XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu
Nominal Input Level: -8 dBu
Minimum Input Level: -58 dBu
Gain Adjustable Range: 0 to 50 dB
Input Impedance: 1.8 Kilohms
Phantom Power Supply: +48V
Line Input    Line In: Channels 1-6, 7/8, 9/10
Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack (Balanced)
Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu
Nominal Input Level: +4 dBu
Input Impedance: 22 Kilohms

Gain Adjustable Range:
Channels 1 to 6: -10 to +40 dB
Channels 7/8 and 9/10: -20 to +30 dB
Instrument Input    Instrument In: Channels 1-6, 7, 9
Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level: +19.8 dBu
Nominal Input Level: +1.8 dBu
Gain Adjustable Range:
Ch 1-6: -10 to +40 dB
Ch 7 & 9: -20 to +30 dB
Input Impedance: 1 Megohm
Insert    Insert: Channels 1 & 2
Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS Phone Jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND)

Return (Ring)
Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu
Nominal Input Level: 0 dBu
Input Impedance: 5 Kilohms

Send (Tip)
Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu
Nominal Output Level: 0 dBu
Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
Stereo Input    Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Mini TRRS Jack (Unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level: +8 dBV
Nominal Input Level: -10 dBV
Input Impedance: 10 Kilohms

Analog Outputs
Main Output    Connector: XLR 3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu
Nominal Output Level: +4 dBu
Output 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 dBu
Nominal Output Level: -2 dBu
Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
Phones    Headphones Out: 1 and 2
Connector: 1/4" / 6.35 mm Stereo Phone Jack
Output 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-C
Format: USB 2.0 High-Speed, Mass-Storage Class/USB Audio Class
Sampling Rate: 44.1 / 48 kHz
Bit Depth: 16- / 24-Bit
Maximum Input and Output: 12 Inputs / 10 Outputs

Bluetooth Specifications
Bluetooth    Output Class: Class 2
Transmission Range: Approximately 33' / 10 m (Transmission Range May Vary, Depending on Surroundings)
Bluetooth Version: 5.0
Supported Profile: A2DP
Supported A2DP Codecs: SBC, AAC
A2DP Content Protection: SCMS-T

Equalizer
Channel EQ    Low-Cut: 100 Hz, -12 dB/Octave
Hi-Shelving: +15 dB / -15 dB, Cut Off Frequency: 10 kHz
Mid (Peaking):
(MONO): +15 dB / -15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable
(STEREO): +15 dB / -15 dB, Center Frequency = 600 Hz
MID-Band Q Fix: 0.5
Low-Shelving: +15 dB / -15 dB, Cut-Off Frequency: 80 Hz
Master Section    Hi-Shelving: +15 dB/-15 dB, Cut Off Frequency: 10 kHz
MID-Peaking: +15 dB/-15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable, Q: 0.5/5
Low-Shelving: +15 dB/-15 dB, Cut-Off Frequency: 60 Hz

Effects
Effect Types    HALL 1
HALL 2
ROOM 1
ROOM 2
PLATE
STUDIO
LIVE
DELAY 1
DELAY 2
PING PONG
CHORUS
FLANGER
DELAY + HALL 1
DELAY + HALL 2
CHORUS + HALL 1
CHORUS + HALL 2

MIDI
MIDI I/O    2 x 5-Pin DIN Connectors
Can 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