Tascam Model 16

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.

With the Model 16, your perfect mix has met its match.

• 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[pre], MON 2[pre/post], FX[post])

• 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)

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: 10M ohm

INSERT: CH 1 and 2

Connector: 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND)

Return (Ring)

Maximum Input Level: +18dBu

Nominal Input Level: 0dBu

Input Impedance: 10k ohm

Send (Tip)

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

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 Compatible with TASCAM RC-1F Foot Switch

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) x 112.9(H) x 463(D)mm

16.9(W) x 4.45(H) x 18.2(D)inch

(including knob height and protrusion)

Weight: 7 kg / 15.4 lb

Operating Temperature: 5 to 35 C / 41 to 95 F

Include Items AC Cord, Owner's manual (incl. Warranty card)