Tascam Model 16

All in one device: analog mixer, multi-track digital recorder and audio interface The Tascam Model 16 takes the powerful recording and mixing functions of its big brother Model 24 to a new level of compactness and affordability: The result is a fully-fledged compact mixer that combines the warmth of analog with the Combines the advantages of a digital workflow. With its built-in multi-track recorder and USB audio interface as well as extensive mixing and routing functions with effects and Bluetooth connectivity, the Model 16 is the perfect solution for small-scale live events as well as smaller recording and production environments. Model 16 - and your perfect mix has found its place. Full flexibility with 14 inputs 14 easily accessible inputs on the top of the device give you flexible options for connecting microphones, instruments and other audio sources. You can connect up to 10 microphones, 14 line signals or two instruments for live recording or mixing. A Bluetooth 5.0-capable stereo input also allows you to play music from a smartphone or other streaming-capable audio device, or alternatively to use a CD player or other mobile playback device as a player via RCA or stereo mini jack. First-class sound quality In the microphone inputs 1-8, Tascam's microphone preamplifiers with Ultra HDDA technology (High Definition Discrete Architecture) ensure pure, transparent and natural sound with extremely low noise. Channel strips with professional setting options Sensitively adjustable gain controls at the top of each channel enable precise adjustment of the input levels. With the switchable depth filter you can quickly suppress low-frequency noise and the input selector switch with three positions (Live/PC/MTR) lets you easily switch between the different input sources. Inputs 1-8 also have a 1-button compressor and an effective three-band tone control with tunable mids. Diverse routing and monitoring options The Model 16 has three aux paths (monitor 1, monitor 2 (pre/post), effects path) and thus offers many routing options for all imaginable usage scenarios. PFL for previewing channels is also available. There is also a subgroup with an additional stereo line output, which can be used to control an additional amplifier, for example. You can use the three aux outputs to output audio signals for monitoring on stage or integrate external devices such as effects, signal processors or headphone mixers. And an additional control room output with its own fader can supply your active monitors in the home studio. Powerful 16-track digital recorder included The Tascam Model 16 's built-in 16-track digital recorder can record all 14 input signals and the stereo mix simultaneously to an SD card - in flawless quality at 48 kHz and 24 bit. Record everything, whether live performances or rehearsals, club activities, discussions or meetings. Overdubs and subsequent corrections to the recording using punch-in/out can also be done quickly and easily. And with the optional foot switch you can activate certain functions and have your hands free for other things. You can instantly mix, master and export your recording tracks to a computer for further editing, formatting and publishing. Built-in audio interface in the best quality The built-in USB audio interface with its 16 inputs and 14 outputs allows you to forward the individual channels of the mixer with a sampling rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit resolution to a computer with DAW software. Or you can play back multi-track material from such a digital audio workstation via the mixer. With just four samples, the new generation of our USB driver enables a very small audio buffer. The result is extremely low latency and maximum efficiency when recording audio. Different input configurations for versatile usage scenarios Using the input selector switch, you can set the input source for each channel as required. Stay extremely flexible by using some inputs live , while other channels playback from the built-in multi-track recorder and other inputs are powered by the computer via USB - all at the same time. 16 Editable effects The Model 16 's versatile effects section offers 16 editable and footswitch-controlled multi-effects including reverb, delay, chorus, flanger and more. You can change a parameter for each effect using the menu. The selected effect can be mixed into the stereo sum using its own fader and also placed on monitor channels 1 and 2. Four-band tone control for the stereo sum With a four-band EQ with two variable-width, tunable midbands, you can give your mix the necessary fine-tuning. Use the EQ as desired for the stereo sum or the monitor paths 1/2.