Tascam Model 12 User manual

Apr. 2020

Integrated Production Suite

An All-in-One Production Mixer for

Music and Multimedia Creators, Songwriters and Performers.

12-Track Multi-Track Recording with 10 Track Playback

The Model 12's intuitive internal 12-track recorder records WAV 󽗉les of up to 24­bit/48 kHz audio quality directly to an SD card, with 10-track playback. Metronome,
punch-in/out and overdubbing functions are also included.

Onboard MIDI Functionality

Standard MIDI in/out connectors allow connection
with a wide range of keyboards, drum machines,
controllers, and other sources that employ MIDI
connectors. The Model 12 can also be used for
synchronized operation of multi-track recorders and
other external devices like drum machines.

Podcast Your Latest Music and
Live Performances to Your Fan Base

The Model 12 incorporates several features for
podcasting and internet streaming like mix-minus,
smartphone input, multiple mic-ready channels,
Bluetooth pairing, dual headphone monitoring, and
internal multi-track recording.

12 in / 10 Out USB Audio Interface
for DAW Connectivity

An onboard USB Type-C connector facilitates
connecting a computer to the Model 12 for playback
and recording utilizing a wide range of popular DAWs.
(Please see speci󽗉cation for supported DAWs.)

DAW Control Integration

Basic external DAW control (Faders, Mutes, Pans, Solos, Record arm, Play, Record,
Stop, FF/Rew, Jog, Cycle) using HUI/MCU protocol emulation is integrated for
tactile control of most major DAWs.

Click Output with TAP TEMPO

A dedicated click output with TAP TEMPO allows
the tempo to be monitored in both live or recording
environments. This allows live per formers to play
with tracks using the built-in multi-track engine
or music creators to monitor the tempo when
recording.

Main Features

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MIC input (XLR jack s suppor t +48V phantom power)

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Mixer input (TRS x 10, stereo mini x 1、 Bluetooth®x 1)

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INST input

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Stereo mini input/smartphone input (Mix Minus )

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Bluetooth® 5.0 input (supports AAC and SBC codec s)

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AUX outputs

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TASCAM Ultra-HDDA

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Maximum 24-bit/48 kHz multi-track recording

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Punch in/punch out

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USB audio interface for multi-audio input and output

to/from DAW

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Click output with TAP TEMPO

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USB -MIDI interface with MIDI port s

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1-knob compressor

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Channel EQ (3-band semi-parametric)

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Master EQ

(3-band semi- parametric + EQ)

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Headphone out with individual volume and source selection

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TAS CAM e󽗈 ects

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Compatible with DAW control (HUI/MCU protcol emulation)

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Equipped with 60mm faders

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Dual footswitch allows assignment of transpor t, FX, etc. (TRS jack)

Mic Preamp achieving EIN –128dBu

(USB Type-C)

Hi

shelving

CH1 to CH10

CH1 to CH10

MID

peaking

8 IN

12 IN

8 IN

1 ch

1 ch

2 ch

6 ch

12 tr

(Max)

8 tr

12 IN

10 OUT

1 ch

1 OUT1 IN

Lo

shelving

2 ch

16 types

Integrated Production Suite

An All-in-One Production Mixer for Music and
Multimedia Creators, Songwriters and Performers.

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 work󽗊ow from start to 󽗉nish
including podcasting.

All in One Production From Recording to Mastering

The Model 12's seamless integrated work󽗊ow facilitates less focus on the technical and
more on the creative. The comfor table, familiar feel of the Model 12's 60mm faders and
1-knob compressor, 3-band EQ, and TASCAM's high-quality reverb effects allow fast
tweaking of mixes and tones.

Versatile Routing for Perfecting Your Mix

Selec table PFL/AFL modes and solo in place (SIP) allow for flexible monitoring of
individual channels, eliminating the need to mute each single channel when dialing in
the perfect mix.

Speci󽗉cations

Analog audio inputs

MIC: 1-6, 7/8, 9/10 (Balance d, XLR-3-31 equi valent)

LINE: 1-6, 7, 9 (Balanced , XLR/TRS co mbo jack)

INST: 1-6, 7, 9 (Unbalan ced, XLR/T RS combo jack)
INSERT: 1-2 (Unbala nced, 1/4" TRS jack)
MUSIC/TALK: 9/10 (Unbalanced , 1/8" Ster eo Mini jack)

Analog audio output s

MAIN: x 1 pair (Balanced, XLR-3-32)

SUB/AUX: Stereo 1 / Mono 2 (B alanced, 1/4" TRS jac k)

PHONES: x 2 (1/4" Stereo jack )
USB Audio
Connector: USB Type-C
Supported Formats: 16/24-bit, 44.1k /48kHz
Maximum Input s Number: 12 Input s
Recorder
Supported Media: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Supported File System: FAT16*2, FAT32*3, exFAT*
Recording /Plaback Format: WAV (BWF), 16/24-bit, 4 4.1H/48kHz
Recording Tracks: Max. 12 tracks
Click Output: x 1 (1/4" TRS jack)
Operating power: AC 100V to 240V, 50/60Hz
Power comsumption: 16W
Overall dimensions (
Weight: 4.3kg

Audio Per formance

Mic Preamp EIN*

5

: –128dBu or les s (Mono Inpu t, Rs: 150 ohm s, Gain: Max.)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz (+0.1dB / – 0.15dB, MIC to Main Ou t)
Distortion (MIC to Ma in Out): 0.003% or less (+2dB maximum in put level, 1kHz , minimum gain)
S/N ratio: 103 dB (MAIN OUT, MAIN fade r: nominal posi tion)
Cross Talk (channel I n/Out): –95dB (1kH z, PAN full counter- clockwise /full clock wise)

*1 Requires Clas s 10 or higher *2 SD card *3 SDHC card *4 SDXC card *5 Equiv alent Input Nois e
Suppor ted OS: Window s, Mac, iOS (Vi sit TASCAM webs ite for the latest in fo)

Accessories

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RC -1F

Foot Switch

8, 9 (Balan ced, 1/4" TRS jack)

(USB2.0 Hig h-speed)

(10ch + 2 Stere o Mix), 10 Outputs

(max. 512G B)*

(10 Input chann el + 2 Stereo Mix)

WxHxD): 343 x 360 x 98.5 mm (including protrusions)

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CS-MODEL12

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