TASCAM

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The TASCAM US-16x08 captures 16 mic and line inputs to your computer with clear sound quality and advanced features to manage big sessions. Eight Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps deliver the cleanest and quietest operation in their class while delivering up to 57dB of gain. An additional eight line inputs are provided, two of them switchable to instrument level for direct guitar or bass recording. Eight balanced line outputs are also available, two with a level control on the front panel for monitoring.

Built into the US-16x08 is a DSP Mixer for low-latency digital mixing. Each channel has four-band EQ, compression and a reverb send for polished-sounding monitor mixes. In addition to interface mode, the US-16x08 can be used stand alone as a standalone mic preamp. Mac and Windows drivers are provided, as well as USB Audio Compliance 2.0 drivers for iOS compatibility. MIDI input and output are also available on the rear panel. Whether using the ergonomically-designed angled desktop stand or mounting with the included rack ears, the US-16x08 includes enough I/O for almost any music recording application.
TASCAM US-16x08 USB Audio Interface
TASCAM US-16x08 USB Audio Interface
TASCAM US-16x08 USB Audio Interface

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  • 16 mic and line inputs
  • 8 Ultra-HDDA mic preamps
  • 8 balanced line outputs
  • Built-in DSP mixer for low-latency mixing
  • Supports both Mac and Windows

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Audio Quality
  • Max bit depth: 24-bit
  • Max sampling rate: 96kHz
  • Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
Inputs
  • Total inputs: 16
  • Analog inputs: 16
  • Digital inputs: 0
  • Mic preamps: 8
  • XLR/TRS combo jacks: 0
  • XLR only jacks: 8
  • 1/4” only jacks: 10
  • S/PDIF in: 0
  • ADAT/optical in: 0
  • RCA in: 0
  • AES/EBU DSUB: 0
  • MADI: No
  • Dante: 0
Outputs
  • Total outputs: 8
  • Analog outputs: 8
  • Digital outputs: 0
  • XLR out: 0
  • 1/4” out: 8
  • S/PDIF out: 0
  • ADAT/optical out: 0
  • RCA out: 0
  • AES / EBU DSUB: 0
  • MADI: No
  • Dante: 0
Other Connectivity
  • Connections: USB
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out
  • Headphone output(s): 1
  • Word-clock I/O: No
Onboard Features
  • Computer platform: Mac, Windows
  • Phantom power: Yes
  • Direct monitoring: Yes
  • Onboard DSP: No
  • Metering: No
  • Display: No
  • Latency control: No
  • Monitor control: Yes
  • Headphone control: Yes
Other
  • Width: 19"
  • Height: 1.75"
  • Depth: 13.5"
  • Weight: 6.2 lb.
  • Rack-mountable: Yes
  • Included software: No

collapse expand iconWarranty

Tape machines - 90 day warranty; one year parts warranty.
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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