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

SKU: TSMODEL12 MFR: MODEL 12
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Key Features

  • Tascam Model 12: Seamless USB interface for effortless computer recording sessions.
  • Achieve pristine audio with low noise circuitry, ideal for critical listening and mixing.
  • Shape your sound precisely using the intuitive channel EQ control for each input.
  • Utilize phantom power for condenser mics, ensuring studio-quality vocal and instrument tracks.
  • Flexible aux sends offer versatile routing for external effects and monitor mixes on stage.
  • This recording mixer is your all-in-one solution for podcasting, music, and live streams.
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Tascam Model 12 Specifications

Recording Section

Recording Section

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  • 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

  • Maximum Recordable Channel Number

    12ch (10ch + 2 stereo mix)

Audio Inputs

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  • Mic Input

    CH1 to 6, 7/8, 9/10

  • Connector (Mic In)

    XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced)

  • Maximum Input Level (Mic In)

    +10dBu

  • Nominal Input Level (Mic In)

    -8dBu

  • Minimum Input Level

    -58dBu

  • Gain Adjustable Range (Mic In)

    0 to 50dB

  • Input Impedance (Mic In)

    1.8k ohm

  • Phantom Power supply

    +48V

  • Line Input

    CH1 to 6, 7/8, 9/10

  • Connector (Line In)

    1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced)

  • Maximum Input Level (Line In)

    +22dBu

  • Nominal Input Level (Line In)

    +4dBu

  • Gain Adjustable Range (Line In)

    -10 to +40 dB: CH 1 to 6, -20 to +30 dB: CH 7/8 and 9/10

  • Input Impedance (Line In)

    22k ohm

  • Instrument Input

    CH1 to 6, 7, 9

  • Connector (Inst In)

    1/4" (6.3mm) TS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)

  • Maximum Input Level (Inst In)

    +19.8dBV

  • Nominal Input Level (Inst In)

    +1.8dBV

  • Gain Adjustable Range (Inst In)

    -10 to +40 dB: CH 1 to 6, -20 to +30 dB: CH 7 and 9

  • Input Impedance (Inst In)

    1M ohm

  • Insert

    CH 1 and 2

  • Connector (Insert)

    1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND)

  • Return (Ring)

    Maximum Input Level: +18dBu
    Nominal Input Level: 0dBu
    Input Impedance: 5k ohm

  • Send (Tip)

    Maximum Output Level: +18dBu
    Nominal Output Level: 0dBu
    Output Impedance: 100 ohm

  • Music/Talk

    CH 9/10

  • Connector (Music/Talk)

    1/8" (3.5mm) TRRS jack (for Smartphone, Unbalanced)

  • Maximum Input Level

    +8dBV

  • Nominal Input Level

    -10dBV

  • Input Impedance

    10k ohm

  • Main Output

    Connector: XLR 3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced)
    Maximum Output Level: +22dBu
    Nominal Output Level: +4dBu
    Output Impedance: 200 ohm

  • Sub Out, Aux Out

    Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced)
    Maximum Output Level: +16dBu
    Nominal Output Level: -2dBu
    Output Impedance: 200 ohm

  • Phones Output

    Phones 1 and 2

  • Connector (Phones Out)

    1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo Phone jack

  • Maximum Output Level

    45mW + 45mW (32 ohm loaded)

  • Footswitch

    Compatible with TASCAM RC-1F Foot Switch

  • Connector (Footswitch)

    1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack

  • Click

    Metronome click

  • Connector (Click)

    1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack

  • USB Audio

    For connection with PC

  • Connector

    USB Type-C

  • Format

    USB2.0 High-Speed, Mass-storage class/USB Audio Class

  • Sampling Rate

    44.1k / 48k Hz

  • Bit Depth

    16 / 24 bit

  • Maximum Input

    12ch

  • Maximum Output

    10ch

Bluetooth

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  • Bluetooth

    to MAIN or CH 9/10

  • Version

    5

  • Output Class

    Class 2 (Transmission range: approx. 33 ft. / 10 m)
    (Transmission range may vary, depending on surroundings)

  • Supported Profile

    A2DP

  • Supported A2DP Codecs

    SBC, AAC

  • A2DP Content Protection

    SCMS-T

Equalizer

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  • Channel EQ

    Low-Cut: 100Hz, -12dB / Octave
    Hi-Shelving: +15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 10kHz
    Mid-Peaking
    MONO: +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable
    STEREO: +15dB / -15dB, Center frequency = 600Hz
    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

Effects

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  • Internal Effects

    Type: 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
    (Fx type and settings can be stored in the library slot)

Audio Performance

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  • Frequency Response

    20Hz to 20kHz (+0.5/-0.5 dB, MIC IN to MAIN OUT)

  • S/N ratio

    -103dBu (MAIN OUT, MAIN fader: nominal position)

  • Equivalent Input Noise

    -128dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150 Ohm, GAIN knob: Max)

  • Total Harmonic Distortion

    0.004% (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)

  • Maximum Gain

    74dB (Mic to Main Out)
    50dB (Mic to Insert Out)
    74dB (Mic to Sub Out)
    75dB (Mic to Aux 1/2 Out)
    24dB (USB/SD to main out)
    (EQ flatten, PAN fully counter clockwise / fully clockwise)

Support

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  • Supported PC

    Windows
    Compatible Computers: Windows-compatible computer with a USB2.0 port
    CPU: Dual core / 2GHz or faster
    Memory: 2GB or more
    Driver: USB Audio Class 2.0, Model 24 ASIO2.0, WDM (MME)
    Screen Resolution: 1280 x 800 Dots or more

    Mac
    Compatible Computers: Apple Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port
    CPU: Dual core / 2GHz or faster
    Memory: 2GB or more
    Driver: Core Audio
    Screen Resolution: 1280 x 800 Dots or more

  • Supported OS

    Windows: Windows 10 (May 2019 Update) , Windows 8.1 , Windows 7
    Mac: macOS Catalina (New), macOS Mojave, macOS Sierra (10.12)

General

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  • Power

    AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz

  • Power Consumption

    16W

  • Operating Temperature

    41 to 95 Degree F (5 to 35 Degree C)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    13.5 x 14.2 x 3.96" (343 x 360 x 98.5mm)
    (including knob height and protrusion)

  • Weight

    9.5 lbs (4.3kg)

  • UPC Code

    4907034132034

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About Tascam Model 12

Connect. Create. Control.

  • 8 XLR mic inputs (with +48V support) / 10TRS line inputs, 3.5 mm (1/8”)stereo input and Bluetooth® 5.0 input
  • 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 AUX1 and AUX
  • Dual headphone outputs with individual volume and source selection
  • TASCAM FX equipped
  • Recording function with punch in/out support allows direct SD card 12trackrecording / 10 track playback
  • 12 in / 10 out USB audio interface function (USB Type-C connector)
Connect. Create. Control.

Stream Your Latest Music and Live Performances to Your Fan Base

The Model 12 incorporates several features for podcasting and internet streaming like mix-minus, smartphone input, multiple mic-ready channels, Bluetooth pairing, dual headphone monitoring,and internal multi-track recording. Use the Model 12 as a versatile live production recorder, USB audio interface and live streaming tool.

Stream Your Latest Music and Live Performances to Your Fan Base

All in One Production From Recording to Mastering

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 and1-knob compressor, 3-band EQ, and TASCAM’s high-quality reverb effects allow fast tweaking of mixes and tones.

All in One Production From Recording to Mastering

Pristine Audio Quality

TASCAM’s Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with EIN(Equivalent Input Noise) 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.

Pristine Audio Quality

Compact Size with Plenty of Inputs

The compact Model 12 packs 8 XLR mic inputs (with +48V support), 10 TRS line inputs, a3.5mm (1/8”) TRRS input (for Smartphone) and Bluetooth 5.0 input to handle any small format recording or live production environment.

Compact Size with Plenty of Inputs

Versatile Routing for Perfecting Your Mix

Selectable PFL/AFL modes and solo in place (SIP) allow for flexible monitoring of individual channels, eliminating the need to mute each single channel when dialing in the perfect mix.

Versatile Routing for Perfecting Your Mix

Dual Headphone Monitor

Top-panel accessible dual headphone jacks allow monitoring of two discrete headphone mixes simultaneously for performers and engineers alike.

Dual Headphone Monitor

Key Features

  • Tascam Model 12: Seamless USB interface for effortless computer recording sessions.
  • Achieve pristine audio with low noise circuitry, ideal for critical listening and mixing.
  • Shape your sound precisely using the intuitive channel EQ control for each input.
  • Utilize phantom power for condenser mics, ensuring studio-quality vocal and instrument tracks.
  • Flexible aux sends offer versatile routing for external effects and monitor mixes on stage.
  • This recording mixer is your all-in-one solution for podcasting, music, and live streams.

What's in the box:

  • Model 12 Integrated Production Suite Mixer/Recorder/USB Interface
  • AC Adapter
  • Owner's Manual
  • Tascam 1 Year Limited Warranty