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TASCAM Model 12 Interface Mixer Recorder Controller for Music and Multimedia Creators

TASCAM Model 12 Interface Mixer Recorder Controller for Music and Multimedia Creators

TASCAM Model 12 - How to Set-up and Record a Song

TASCAM Model 12 - How to Set-up and Record a Song

TASCAM Model 12 - Recording with Pro Tools / Controller Tutorial

TASCAM Model 12 - Recording with Pro Tools / Controller Tutorial

TASCAM Model 12 - Recording with Logic Pro / Controller Tutorial

TASCAM Model 12 - Recording with Logic Pro / Controller Tutorial

TASCAM

Description

TASCAM's Model 12 is an all-in-one mixer designed to support musicians, performers and content creators through every stage of the production process with an internal 12-track recorder, USB audio interface, DAW control and livestreaming capabilities in one portable unit.

12-Track Internal Recorder Captures Your Creativity

The Model 12's built-in 12-track recorder captures your ideas as high-quality WAV files (up to 24-bit/48kHz) directly to an SD card, with playback of up to 10 tracks simultaneously. Use the mixer's punch-in, punch-out and overdubbing functions to build layers, then import the WAV files into your DAW for further editing. The Model 12 puts a professional-grade multitrack recorder in the palm of your hand.

Seamless Computer Integration via USB

Connecting the Model 12 to your computer is effortless thanks to its onboard USB Type-C port. Use the mixer as a USB audio interface to playback and record into your DAW, with hands-on control of transport, faders, mutes, pans and more. The Model 12 supports HUI/MCU protocol emulation for control of most major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro and Ableton Live.

Perform and Produce with Built-In Effects

The Model 12 comes equipped with essential effects for live performance and recording, including a one-knob compressor, three-band EQ and high-quality reverb on each channel. Tweak your tone quickly using the mixer's tactile 60mm faders and one-touch navigation. The Model 12's effects and logical layout facilitate a seamless workflow, allowing you to focus on your creative process.

All the Connectivity You Need

Despite its compact size, the Model 12 offers plenty of inputs and outputs for a variety of applications. It features eight XLR mic inputs, 10 line inputs, a 3.5 mm smartphone input, Bluetooth 5.0 and MIDI in/out. Dual headphone outputs provide discrete monitoring mixes for performers and engineers. Flexible routing options like selectable PFL/AFL modes and solo in place give you full control over your signal flow. With pristine audio quality and a versatile feature set, the Model 12 is a mixer built for professionals.

Open Box TASCAM Model 12 All-in-One Production Mixer Level 1
Open Box TASCAM Model 12 All-in-One Production Mixer Level 1
Open Box TASCAM Model 12 All-in-One Production Mixer Level 1

Features

  • 8 XLR mic inputs (with +48V support)/10 TRS 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 60 mm 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 AUX2
  • 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

Reviews

4.38

21 Reviews

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Old School Vibe
Old School Vibe
Great value. Great product.
Left channel of headphone 1 doesn't work.
Live multitrack audio for my 4K a videos

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Dream Machine. Perfect blend of old and new.

I'd already wanted one of these for a long time, to get off of my computer and focus on the actual music (instead of getting distracted by infinite plug-ins), but what sealed it for me was when I tried to do some "retro" recording straight to tape and it sounded awful. Nostalgic, yeah, but I'd forgotten why we all switched to digital in-home studios, if we couldn't afford high-end tape systems: Cassette tape recorders sssuuuuckk (well, "hiss", to be more accurate). The Model 12 makes it *feel* like an old school home recording session: quick, simple, fun - but it actually *sounds* great, too. And what's even better is that it's so wonderfully versatile. I can record anywhere, and it sounds great even with just the built-in preamps/compression/eq/effects. Or I can import the tracks into a DAW and edit them. Or I can record straight into a DAW with far more inputs than the two I've been limited to for years with my previous interface (I can finally record drums, with every mic on it's own track!) Or I can use it as a live mixer. Right now I'm setting it up to plug directly into a camera mic input, so I can record live video with the sound already mixed, instead of the nasty ambient audio from the camera's mic, and with no need to try to add/edit and sync up the audio recorded on a different device. I'm also setting it up to use it for potential live streams/podcasting. I'm just totally loving it. I feel like a teenager again, with a 4-track Portastudio and big dreams. It does take some how to videos and a lot of reading the manual to get started and dip into all of its capabilities, but it's worth the time and effort.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

3

It's a cheap digital mixer, keep your expectations low

Full Review: Initial findings -Preamps are weak, especially channels 7-10 -Low headroom make it easy to distort, especially the aux sends, keep aux sends below noon. -Metering is useless, everything clips above +3 despite going up to +15 -Operating the pots quickly produces a digital zipper noise -Line/Inst switch does nothing noticeable -EQ is useless, swept mids are wildly inaccurate, 80 and 10k useless, HPF sounds like it's set to 250, not 100 -Can't access the outputs from the USB interface, they only route back to the inputs -Not a true 12 in/10 out interface. Only 8 in/2 out at most -PC app does nothing, no routing or loop back functionality -Faders drop all audio once they get below -30, audible bit reduction with no dithering, unusable for a nice fade out Tips for use as a USB interface: -Keep Ch 9/10 as your stereo output from DAW -Run 9/10 fader at -5 -Bypass all EQ -Enable the -10 pads on outputs -Keep Aux sends at noon, Aux master at 0 -Never go above zero on the meters -Use your DAW to set the sample rate to 24/48 Bottom line: I thought this might be a good centerpiece of my project studio, but the quality is just not there. You get what you pay for I guess. It looks pretty. I like the "wood" side panels. I'm using it to make sketches and demos now. Just turn it on and start recording, good way to document whatever I'm doing. If I want to make a real project out of one of these sketches, I'll have to rerecord it directly into the DAW with my UA interface.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Amateur Recording14
  2. Performances10
  3. Professional Recording10
  4. Outdoor Events / Games9
  5. Home Studio6
Cons
  1. Limited Functions3
  2. Difficult To Use3
  3. Bulky/Heavy1
  4. Jog wheel for entering song name is cumbersome1
  5. Not Durable1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced14
  2. Professional Musician5
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Versatile19
  2. Compact14
  3. Easy To Use12
  4. Excellent Sound12
  5. Simple Controls10

Reviewed by 21 customers

  • Old School Vibe

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byAJ

    fromKansas City

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Not too good with software. Wanted faders and buttons. Old school guy that loves to record. Tascam went yard on this one. Read the manual, and watch some online videos. A little deep dive and I'm recording!!! Would buy again for sure!

  • Great value. Great product.

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byMick

    fromColumbus Ohio

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Just getting started with this Model 12. Replacing my Mackie live mixer which like most, only outputs 2 channels via USB to computer/daw. So far so good. Lots of features for this price. Quick and easy to get recording right away. As I get more time on it I'll be checking out the track swapping and daw control. Good solid build. I use this for home recording and some live sound when there are multiple people here playing music. So quick and easy to get recording versus DAW. Will likely do mixing and mastering in the DAW but those capabilities are available in the Model 12. #sweepstakes

  • I would purchase this again

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byMichael

    fromOklahoma City, Oklahoma

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is the center piece to my set up.

  • Dream Machine. Perfect blend of old and new.

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byMako

    fromTexas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I'd already wanted one of these for a long time, to get off of my computer and focus on the actual music (instead of getting distracted by infinite plug-ins), but what sealed it for me was when I tried to do some "retro" recording straight to tape and it sounded awful. Nostalgic, yeah, but I'd forgotten why we all switched to digital in-home studios, if we couldn't afford high-end tape systems: Cassette tape recorders sssuuuuckk (well, "hiss", to be more accurate). The Model 12 makes it *feel* like an old school home recording session: quick, simple, fun - but it actually *sounds* great, too. And what's even better is that it's so wonderfully versatile. I can record anywhere, and it sounds great even with just the built-in preamps/compression/eq/effects. Or I can import the tracks into a DAW and edit them. Or I can record straight into a DAW with far more inputs than the two I've been limited to for years with my previous interface (I can finally record drums, with every mic on it's own track!) Or I can use it as a live mixer. Right now I'm setting it up to plug directly into a camera mic input, so I can record live video with the sound already mixed, instead of the nasty ambient audio from the camera's mic, and with no need to try to add/edit and sync up the audio recorded on a different device. I'm also setting it up to use it for potential live streams/podcasting. I'm just totally loving it. I feel like a teenager again, with a 4-track Portastudio and big dreams. It does take some how to videos and a lot of reading the manual to get started and dip into all of its capabilities, but it's worth the time and effort.

  • Buena calidad

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byJordan

    fromMemphis Tennessee

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Ventajas

  • Sound was great but I had to return it.

    3

    Verified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byDramaine

    fromTownsend

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Liked the features and sound but it kept freezing. Picked up the zoom L- 20.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bymike

    fromvenice, fl

    I am trying to find a way to record my original music and have my grandchildren be able to play it or at least have access to it on their computers. Can I do this with the model 12?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This will allow both::playing and saving. It has USB so you can transfer to a computer. You can also transfer back to the recorder.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBader

    fromRockford il

    Does the mixer have phantom power?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it has phantom power

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJames

    fromBurbank, CA

    I am presently using my "old" TASCAM DP-01 Digital 8-Track for recording tracks, and then exporting my tracks to GarageBand for mixing. Would this unit negate the need to export and mix on my Mac? i.e., it is an all-in-one recording & mixing unit? Thanks.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes. Please give us a call if you would like some help 877 687 5403

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byEric

    fromLittle Rock, AR

    Does the unit come with SD card. Looked at several different sites and no site seems to mention if does or doesn't come with card and what size SD card

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    There are not cards included with this model

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJb

    fromDallas tx

    Does model 12 sync to logic pro version 9?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, this model will work with logic pro version 9.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byAnìbal

    fromNoja, Cantabria Spain

    Hello, I need to know if you send this product to Spain, Cantabria (zip code 39180), if I can pay in euros, if so how much would it cost? and if I can tranfer the money by a bank account, and how many days would it take to arrive? Thanks for your answer, Anìbal

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Hello, If you go to our website and click the flag on the bottom of the webpage, you will be able to select your country. From there you can also select your currency and any other options you think you might need. After that is done, all items that show up are eligible for shipping to your location and will also give you a total with duties and taxes