Tascam Model 12 All-In-One Production Mixer

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.

Key Features

• 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

Technical Specifications

Recording section
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)
Maximum Input Level
+18dBu
Nominal Input Level
0dBu
Input Impedance
5k ohm
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
Outouts
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)
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)
* Transmission range may vary, depending on surroundings.
Supported Profile
A2DP
Supported A2DP Codecs
SBC, AAC
A2DP Content Protection
SCMS-T
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 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
Power
AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
16W
Dimensions
343(W) - 360(H) - 98.8(D)mm
13.5(W) - 14.2(H) - 3.9(D)inch
(including knob height and protrusion)
Weight
4.3 kg / 9.5 lb
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)
Audio Performance
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, 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)