The highly flexible Tascam Model 16 is a powerful, versatile, hybrid mixer/recorder/audio interface for both live and recording applications well suited for bands, studios, conferences, podcasts, houses of worship, and more. The full-featured, space-saving mixer offers 14 input channels including 10 HDDA microphone preamps with phantom power, two 1/4″ Hi-Z jacks, eight balanced 1/4″ mono line inputs, and two balanced 1/4″ stereo line inputs. Additionally, the last stereo input can accept signals from a variety of sources including Bluetooth, USB, RCA, or a 3.5mm stereo mini jack.
There is single-knob compression available on the first eight channels, while three auxiliary sends provide signal routing to a dedicated monitor and to one of 16 onboard multi-FX presets. The main and sub stereo buses offer simple grouping as well as a selectable and assignable 4-band semi-parametric AEQ for fine tuning your mix. The Model 16 offers 15 faders, with 60mm of throw for quick and immediate mixing moves. Each channel may be assigned to receive audio from the live inputs, the internal multitrack recorder, or the USB 2.0 audio interface, allowing for versatility in any environment. The integrated 16-track recorder takes its cue from Tascam’s Portastudio line, offering multitrack recording with the ability to record the 14 input channels plus the main mix to an SD card as well as multichannel playback for advanced live performance backing or mixing. What’s more, the simple interface allows you to overdub and punch in/out without extensive menu diving. Additionally, the Model 16 features a built-in 16×14 USB 2.0 audio interface (up to 24-bit / 48 kHz resolution) for DAW-based recording and playback.
Key Features
Mixer
- 14 total input channels
- 10 microphone preamps with 48V phantom power
- Two Hi-Z instrument inputs
- 12 balanced line inputs (eight mono, two stereo)
- Single stereo channel for Bluetooth, USB, RCA, or 3.5mm stereo input
- Inserts on channels 1-2
- Main and sub stereo buses
- Three aux sends (monitor 1, monitor 2, and effects)
- Single-knob compressor for channels 1-8
- 4-band semi-parametric stereo AEQ selectable for main or monitor outputs
- Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity
- Onboard effects processor with 16 editable and foot-controllable effects presets including reverb, delay, chorus, and flanger
- 60mm faders capable of fine adjustment
- Independent input channel assign for live, internal MTR, or USB playback
- Balanced XLR main outputs
- Balanced 1/4″ TRS sub outs, aux outputs, and control room outputs
- 1/4″ stereo headphone output with dedicated volume control
Recorder
- Multitrack recording function similar to the TASCAM Portastudio
- 16 tracks (14 input channels plus the main mix) can be recorded to an SD card
- Multichannel playback for advanced live performance backing or mixing
- Punch in/out recording capability
- Overdub up to eight tracks simultaneously
Audio Interface
- USB 2.0 audio interface
- 16 inputs (14 input channels plus the main mix)
- 14 outputs
- Up to 24-bit / 48 kHz recording quality
- Low round-trip latency
Optional Accessories
- RC-1F footswitch (available separately) allows hands-free control of effects switching
- Model 16 rackmount kit (available separately) enables convenient mounting in a 19″ equipment rack
- Model 16 dust cover (available separately) protects the Model 16 from dirt, scratches, and moisture
Specifications
| System Specifications | |
| System Requirements | macOS 10.12 or Later 2 GHz or Faster Dual-Core CPU 2 GB RAM 1280 x 800 Minimum Screen Resolution Core Audio Driver Available USB 2.0 Port Windows 7 SP1 or Later (32-/64-Bit) |
| Memory Card Support | SD: 512 MB to 2 GB SDHC: 4 GB to 32 GB SDXC: 64 GB to 512 GB Class 10 or Higher Required |
| File System | SD: FAT16 SDHC: FAT32 SDXC: exFAT |
| Audio File Formats Supported | WAV (BWF) |
| Bit Depth | 16-/24-Bit |
| Sampling Frequency | 44.1 or 48 kHz |
| Input Channels | 14 |
| USB Audio In/Out | Inputs: 16 Outputs: 14 Format: USB 2.0 High-Speed, Mass-Storage Class / USB Audio Class |
| Connectivity | |
| Inputs | 10 x 3-Pin XLR Female Mic Inputs (Balanced) 12 x 1/4″ TRS Female Line Inputs (Balanced) 2 x RCA Coaxial Line Inputs (One Stereo Pair, Unbalanced) 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Stereo Mini Jack (Unbalanced) |
| Inserts | 2 x 1/4″ TRS (Unbalanced, Tip = Send, Ring = Return, Sleeve = Ground) |
| Outputs | 2 x 3-Pin XLR Male Main Outputs (Balanced) 3 x 1/4″ TRS Female Aux Outputs (Balanced) 2 x 1/4″ TRS Female Control Room Outputs (Balanced) 2 x 1/4″ TRS Female Sub Outputs (Balanced) 1 x 1/4″ TRS Female Stereo Headphone Output (Unbalanced) |
| Footswitch Input | 1 x 1/4″ TS |
| Host Connection | 1 x USB 2.0 Type-B |
| Bluetooth Specifications | |
| Bluetooth Class | Class 2 |
| Bluetooth Range | Up to 32.8′ / 10 m |
| Bluetooth Profile Support | A2DP AVRCP 1.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC SBC |
| Content Protection | SCMS-T |
| Equaliser | |
| Channel AEQ | Low Cut: 18 dB/Octave at 100 Hz Low Shelving: ±15 dB at 80 Hz Mid Peaking (Mono): ±15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable Frequency, Q = 0.55 Mid Peaking (Stereo): ±15 dB at 600 Hz, Q= 0.55 MID-Band Q Fix: 0.55 High Shelving: ±15 dB at 12 kHz |
| Master AEQ Frequency | Low Shelving: ±15 dB at 60 Hz Mid Peaking (Narrow): ±15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable Frequency, Q = 5 Mid Peaking (Wide): ±15 dB, 100 Hz to 8 kHz Variable Frequency, Q = 0.5 High Shelving: ±15 dB at 10 kHz |
| Audio Performance | |
| Maximum Input Level | XLR Mic Inputs: +10 dBu 1/4″ Line Inputs: +22 dBu Insert Returns: +18 dBu RCA Inputs: +8 dBV 3.5 mm Input: +8 dBV |
| Nominal Input Level | XLR Mic Inputs: -8 dBu 1/4″ Line Inputs: +4 dBu Insert Returns: 0 dBu RCA Inputs: -10 dBV 3.5 mm Input: -10 dBV |
| Minimum Input Level | XLR Mic Inputs: -58 dBu |
| Gain Range | XLR Mic Inputs: 0 to 50 dB 1/4″ Line Inputs 1-8: -10 to +40 dB 1/4″ Line Inputs 9-12: -20 to +30 dB |
| Maximum Output Level | Main Outputs: +22 dBu Sub, Monitor, FX, and Control Room Outputs: +16 dBu Insert Sends: +18 dBu Headphone Output: 80 mW per Channel |
| Nominal Output Level | Main Outputs: +4 dBu Sub, Monitor, FX, and Control Room Outputs: -2 dBu Insert Sends: 0 dBu |
| Frequency Response | Analogue: 20 Hz to 30 kHz (+0.5 dB, -1.0 dB) Digital: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0.5 dB, -1.0 dB) |
| Maximum Gain | Mic to Main Out: 74 dB Mic to Insert Out: 50 dB Mic to Sub Out: 74 dB Mic to Control Room Out: 79 dB Mic to Monitor Out: 75 dB Mic to FX Out: 75 dB USB/SD to Main Out: 24 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | Maximum Input Level: <0.01% (Gain Knob Minimum, +10 dBu, 1 kHz, Mic In to Main Out) Nominal Input Level: <0.004% (Gain Knob Minimum, +4 dBu, 1 kHz, Mic In to Main Out) |
| Crosstalk | -80 dB (Channels/Input and Output, 1 kHz) |
| Residual Output Noise | -100 dBu (Main Out, Main Fader at Minimum) |
| Equivalent Input Noise | -127 dBu (Mono Input Channel, 150-Ohm Resistance, Gain Knob at Maximum) |
| Input Impedance | XLR Mic Inputs: 1.8 Kilohms 1/4″ Line Inputs: 22 Kilohms Insert Returns: 10 Kilohms RCA Inputs: 10 Kilohms 3.5 mm Input: 10 Kilohms |
| Output Impedance | Main Outputs: 100 Ohms Sub, Monitor, FX, and Control Room Outputs: 200 Ohms Insert Sends: 100 Ohms Headphone Output: 32 Ohms |
| Power Specifications | |
| Phantom Power | +48 VDC, Globally Selectable |
| Power Consumption | 40 W |
| Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Physical | |
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 16.9 x 18.2 x 4.4″ / 43 x 46.3 x 11.3 cm (Including Knob Height and Protrusions) |
| Weight | 15.4 lb / 7 kg |
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