Tascam MODEL 16 All-In-One Analog Mixer with Multi-Track Digital Recording and Audio Interface

TASCAM's Model 16 all-in-one mixer brings the flagship Model 24's powerful recording and mixing features and functionality to a new level of compactness and affordability, creating a full-featured small format mixer that combines the warmth of analog with a digital workflow. The Model 16 is the perfect mixing solution for small format live performance, recording and production environments, featuring a multi-track recorder, USB audio interface, effects, comprehensive mixing and routing capabilities, and Bluetooth wireless.

Key Features

• 16-track multi-track recorder (WAV, up to 48kHz/24-bit) to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards (Class 10 or higher required)
• Punch in/out capability (up to 8 tracks simultaneously)
• Built-in USB Audio Interface to send/receive (16-in/14-out) audio data to/from DAW
• 14 inputs (10 Monaural XLR/TRS balanced and 2 Stereo-paired TRS balanced)
• 10 mic Pre-amps utilizing TASCAM Ultra-HDDA Mic Pre-amp technology (CH 1 thru 8)
• Pre-amp Gain Controller with Signal/Over-load Indicator (CH 1 thru 12)
• Input Mode switch (LIVE/USB/MTR) per input channel
• 1-knob compressor (CH 1 thru 8)
• 3-band EQ with a sweep-able mid-range frequency (CH 1 thru 8)
• 100Hz Low-cut Filter (CH 1 thru 12)
• Phantom Power (+48V) for all XLR inputs
• 3 AUX Outputs (MON 1

  , MON 2
  , FX)

• Mute, MAIN/SUB, PLF switches per input channel
• Bluetooth® 5.0 input supporting both AAC and SBC codecs
• LINE Inputs via RCA Pin and 1/8" Stereo Mini jacks (CH 13/14)
• Hi/Lo shelf, wide and narrow-Q semi-parametric EQs (for Main and SUB outputs)
• 16 TASCAM Effects like reverb, delay, chorus and flange
• MAIN Output via XLR balanced and SUB Output via TRS balanced connectors
• 12-segment LED Output Level Meters
• 1 Stereo Output for Control Room
• 1/4" Stereo Headphone Output
• REMOTE connector for a Foot Switch (TASCAM RC-1F)
• Self-emitted buttons for key operations such as REC and Play for better status legibility
• Comprehensive simplified menu tree
• Multi Jog-dial for quick menu operation
• 19-inch rack mountable with optional Model 16 rackmount kit
• FAUX wood Side Panels (Removable)

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 ChannelNumber
16ch (14ch + 2 stereo mix)
Audio Inputs
MIC IN
CH1 to 8, 9/10, 11/12
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 8, 9/10, 11/12
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 8, +20 to +30 dB: CH 9/10 and 11/12
Input Impedance
22k ohm
INST IN
CH 1 and 2
Connector
1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level
+22dBu
Nominal Input Level
+4dBu
Gain Adjustable Range
-10 to +40 dB
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
10k ohm
Maximum Output Level
+18dBu
Nominal Output Level
0dBu
Output Impedance
100 ohm
RCA INPUT
Connector
RCA Pin jack (Unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level
+8dBV
Nominal Input Level
-10dBV
Input Impedance
10k ohm
STEREO INPUT
Connector
1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (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
100 ohm
SUB OUT, MONITOR, FX OUT, CONTROL ROOM 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
100 ohm
PHONES OUT
Connector
1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo Phone jack
Output Level
80mW + 80mW (32 ohm loaded)
REMOTE
Connector
1/4" (6.3mm) TS Phone jack
USB Audio for connection with PC
Connector
USB B type 4-pin
Format
USB2.0 High-Speed, Mass-storage class/USB Audio Class
Sampling Rate
44.1k / 48k Hz
Bit Depth
16 / 24 bit
Maximum INPUT
16ch
Maximum OUTPUT
16ch
Bluetooth
Version
5.0
Output Class
Class 2 (Transmission range: approx. 33 ft. / 10 m)
* Transmission range may vary, depending on surroundings.
Supported Profile
A2DP, AVRCP 1.0
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
(MONO): +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable
(STEREO): +15dB / -15dB, Center frequency = 600Hz
MID Band Q Fix, 0.55
Low-Shelving
+15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 80Hz
Master section EQ
Hi-Shelving
+15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 10kHz
MID-WIDE
Peaking?
+15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable, Q: 0.5 FIX
MID-NARROW
Peaking
+15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable, Q: 5 FIX
Low-Shelving
+15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 60Hz
Internal Effects
Type
1 SMALL HALL / 2 LARGE HALL / 3 SMALL ROOM / 4 LARGE ROOM / 5PLATE / 6 STUDIO / 7 LIVE / 8 SHORT DELAY/ 9 DELAY / 10 PINGPONG / 11 CHORUS / 12 FLANGER / 13 DELAY + S.HALL / 14 DELAY+ L.HALL / 15 CHORUS + S.HALL / 16 CHORUS + L.HALL
Power
AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
40 W
Dimensions
430(W) × 112.9(H) × 463(D)mm
16.9(W) × 4.45(H) × 18.2(D)inch
(including knob height and protrusion)
Weight 7 kg / 15.4 lb
Operating Temperature
5 to 35 Degrees C / 41 to 95 Degrees F
Include Items
AC Cord, Owner's manual (incl. Warranty card)