Tascam Model 12 All-In-One Desktop Production Suite

Description

The Tascam Model 12 Integrated Production Suite is the Ultimate Desktop Tool for Music and Multimedia Creators

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.

• 10 inputs (8 Monaural XLR mic inputs [+48V support])/10 TRS line inputs) and Bluetooth 5.0 input, 3.5mm (1/8″) TRRS input (for Smartphone)
• TASCAM Ultra HDDA Mic Pre-amp technology (CH 1 thru 6)
• 1-knob compressor and 3 band EQ installed on all input modules
• Equipped with 60mm faders
• Selectable PFL/AFL modes and the in-place solo (SIP)
• Stereo output to MAIN L-R and SUB L-R, monaural send to AUX1 and AUX2
• Dual headphone output 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 mix-minus function

SPECIFICATIONS

General

• Power: AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption: 16W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 13.5 x 14.2 x 3.9 inch / 343 360 98.8 mm (including knob height and protrusion)
• Weight: 9.5 lb / 4.3 kg
• Operating Temperature: 5 to 35 C / 41 to 95 F
• Include Items: AC adapter, USB Type-C to A cable, TRRS cable, Owner’s manual (with warranty)

Recording

• 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

• MIC IN: CH1 to 6, 7, 9
• Connector: XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced)
• Maximum Input Level: +10dBu
• Nominal Input Level: -8dBu
• Minimum Input Level: -58dBu
• Gain Adjustable Range: 0 to 50dB
• Input Impedance: 1.8k ohm
• 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)
• Maximum 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: 22k ohm
• INST IN: CH1 to 6, 7, 9
• Connector: 1/4″ (6.3mm) TS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)
• Maximum 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: 1M ohm
• INSERT: CH 1 and 2
• Connector: 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: 1/8″ (3.5mm) TRRS jack (for Smartphone, Unbalanced)
• Maximum Input Level: +8dBV
• Nominal Input Level: -10dBV
• Input Impedance: 10k ohm

Outputs

• 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 OUT:PHONES 1 and 2
• Connector: 1/4″ (6.3mm) Stereo Phone jack
• Maximum Output Level: 45mW + 45mW (32 ohm loaded)

Other Connections

• FOOTSWITCH: Compatible with TASCAM RC-1F Foot Switch
• Connector: 1/4″ (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack
• CLICK: Metronome click
• Connector: 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: To MAIN or CH 9/10
• Version: 5.0
• Output Class: Class 2 (Transmission range: approx. 33 ft. / 10 m)
• Supported Profile: A2DP
• Supported A2DP Codecs: SBC, AAC
• A2DP Content Protection: SCMS-T

EQ and Effects

• 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 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
• 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

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)
• Equivalent Input Noise: -128dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150, GAIN knob: Max)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 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)
• Maximum Gain
• 74dB (MIC to MAIN OUT)
• 54dB (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)

Compatibility

• Windows
• Compatible Computers: Windows-compatible computer with a USB2.0 port
• OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7
• CPU: Dual core / 2GHz or faster
• Memory: 2GB or more
• Driver: USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO2.0, WDM (MME)
• Screen Resolution: 1280 800 Dots or more
• Mac
• Compatible Computers: Apple Mac computer with a USB2.0 port
• OS: macOS Big Sur, macOS Catalina, macOS Mojave, macOS High Sierra (10.13)
• CPU: Dual core / 2GHz or faster
• Memory: 2GB or more
• Driver: Core Audio
• Screen Resolution: 1280 800 Dots or more
• iOS/iPadOS
• OS: iPadOS 14, iOS 14, iPadOS 13, iOS 13, iOS 12, iOS 11
• Driver: Core Audio

Manufacturer:Tascam
Model:MODEL 12
SKU:I649188-N-2-WHXX
UPC: 043774034499

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