Tascam Model 12

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With multi-track recorder, audio interface and DAW control functions
10-Channel mixer
12-Track recording in WAV/BWF format onto SD/SDHC/SDXC cards up to 128 GB possible
44.1 / 48 KHz
16 / 24 Bit
1-Button compressor for all input channels
Switchable low-cut
3-Band EQ with tunable mids for all mono channels
Master EQ
Overdub recording
Punch-in/out
Integrated audio interface for 12 channels (10 inputs plus stereo sum)
LCD display
12-Segment LED meter
Integrated effects processor
Switchable phantom power +48 V
Power adapter included
Dimensions: 343 x 99 x 360 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 4.3 kg
Suitable protective cover: Article Nr. 497194 (not included)
Suitable case: Article Nr. 504823 (not included)

Connectors:

8 x Microphone/Line input combo XLR/jack 6.3 mm (channels 1-6, 7, 9 can be used as instrument inputs)
2 x Line output XLR
2 x Sub-output 6.3 mm jack
2x AUX output: 6.3 mm jack
2 x Insert 6.3 mm jack (channel 1 + 2)
Footswitch input: 6.3 mm jack
Click output 6.3 mm jack with tap tempo function
2x Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
MIDI input and output
USB

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Available since May 2020

Item number 483453

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

Recording / Playback Channels 12x12

Number of Mic Inputs 8

Number of Line Inputs 10

Instrument Inputs 8

Number of Line Outs 4

Headphone Outs 2

Phantom power Yes

Number of S/PDIF Connectors 0

Number of ADAT Connectors 0

Numer of AES/EBU Connectors 0

Number of MADI Connectors 0

Ethernet 0

Other Connectors USB

MIDI interface Yes

Word Clock No

Max. sample rate (kHz) 48 kHz

Max. resolution in bit 24 bit

USB Bus-Powered No

Incl. power supply Yes

USB Version 2.0

Width in mm 343 mm

Depth in mm 360 mm

Height in mm 99 mm

Connection Format USB port Type C

Number Of Tracks 12

Max.number of input channels 10

USB 1

Bluetooth 1

Simultaneous Recording: Amount Of Tracks 12

Microphone Inputs 8

5-pole DIN MIDI 1

Effects 1

Analog Line Inputs 10

Storage Medium SD/SDHC

Analog Line Outputs 2x Jack, 2x XLR

Digital Inputs 0

Fader 12

XLR Connectors 8

Digital Outputs 0

Jack Connectors 8

Rotary Encoders 12

RCA Connectors 1

Audio I/O 1

MIDI Interface 1x In, 1x Out

Transport Function 1

Footswitch connection 1

USB connection 1

Computer interface USB

Digital Connections USB

MIDI-interface 1

Miscellaneous Connectors Foot Switch

Headphone connection 1

Special Features Recording on SD Card

Options -

Additional Features Mixer and Multitrack Recorder

Included in delivery Power Supply (Tascam PS-M1524), USB Type C to USB Typ A cable, TRRS cable, manual

Zero latency monitoring 1

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Stephen662 30.07.2020

'Brilliant build quality' was the first thing I said to myself as I popped the box. Having read the manual back to front many times whilst waiting on delivery, I found that in half an hour I had set up and ready to go - card formatted, click track working, synced to BFD3 and USB audio streaming out of BFD into a pair of channels.

All I can say is that Tascam have really nailed it with this one, and if they put MIDI etc on the 24 track it would be a truly pro workhorse. However, 10 track recording (and 2 master track) are adequate for my needs; primarily used out of my studio to record jam sessions with buddies.

If you want to get really picky then here's the dirt:

1/ Only two insert points (but appreciate the cost implications of putting them on all channels). I must say though a pair of master inserts would have been nice.

2/ Only 2 fx sends. Again a cost issue - also no dedicated simple returns. If you use the built in FX you are good to go, but if you patch in a box then you are going to lose 2 channels for a stereo return.

3/ Tascam must be the master if syncing to other gear or your DAW. Does not worry me.

EVERYTHING else is just brilliant and a lovely sounding machine it is. Tascam have a certain magic, especially with digital gear. Blindfold, you would swear it is analogue, but to be fair its better than that.

Conclusion, money well spent. Great value, simple to use, and all you need to do is RTFM :)

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Class Compliant Great, But...

HDS Productions 15.07.2024

I purchased the Model 12 for two big reasons.

1. To use as class compliant gear with my MPC
2. To be a (dawless) home studio mixer and recorder

First, the Model 12 works very well with the MPC, being able to create separate tracks from the MPC and then mix each one before recording. I also loved the Tascam's ability to do overdub recording. However, when it came time to mix a couple of hardware synths and vocals for output, the unit's limitations became glaringly obvious. Vocals especially mixed very low, even with gain up to a maximum. In my opinion there is absolutely no way to create a completed recording with the Model 12 without a good deal of time and work in a DAW. While this may not be an issue for some, I personally just don't see the point with owning a mixer with such limitations when it comes to music production.

I think this is a good case for 'you get what you pay for', but ask yourself what your expectations and goals are, because apart from natural talent the gear you own and use needs to support where you are trying to get to. And, with that old adage; I did end up switching to an RME audio interface that costs twice as much, but is twice as much and more in superiority.

With that said, there are other audio interface options at lower price points that can do the job from manufacturers like Motu, Arturia and SSL to name a few.

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Overall great

markkus 31.07.2021

Pro: Works great stand alone, when recording capabilities do not exceed the available 12 tracks
Con: Not as analog as it looks (like de model 16/24), but not as flexible as it's digital relative (DP24/32); be sure to check how it fits your use-case. (Edit 2021): class compliant for the 12 tracks, not for DAW control, but I don't use this anyway, I use it on Linux.
MTR capabilities are limited to the physical tracks and once you have recorded the track you can only bounce it to a free track, there are no extra tracks like in the DP24. For live use this is no issue, but when trying to layer some parts you could quickly run out of tracks in a stand-alone mode, so be aware of these limits and how they possibly affect your workflow.
It's hard to tell if I would buy it again, I would probably for this price try other options, for now I have not really had an issue I couldn't work around by going outboard, even went as far as adding a mixer/router on the subs and sacrificing two inputs (stereo) for the returns.
My use case for now was aimed at playing and recording music, in future I'd like to test the broadcasting capabilities with e.g. OBS.

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Excellent Recording Equipment

Soren Lambaek 09.05.2022

I use this equipment for recording onboard only so I cannot comment on other features such as DAW and live mixing. However, for recording I like the simplicity and the hands on interface. Everything is top quality and very straightforward. I only had to look up a few things in the manual. But as everything, nothing is perfect, so here are a few things I would like improved:

1) The way headphones works for this system is a bit weird, for example, you cannot really use headphones and speakers at the same time.

2) The phantom power is global rather than for individual for each track, so all your recording mics must either support phantom power or not.

3) I find the tempo click works a bit weird.

4) Editing tools is very limited and could be improved a lot.

5) Such a shame volume, pan, Eq etc. each channel isn't saved with the tracls. I know it would be impossible as this mixer use physical knobs and sliders but annoying when you have a many songs recorded.

6) The effect channel is global, so only one effect is available for entire song, would be nice if different effects could be added.

If you can live with the above limitations then this equipment will serve you well. One thing I love is that you can quickly get stuff recorded and if you want it edited you always have the option to transfer it to a computer or simply set it up as a DAW.

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