TASCAM Model 12 - How to Set-up and Record a Song

[@digitalsketchguy]

I notice from comments below that Tascam actually answers many question on this YT channel. That's a real sign these guys rock & care about their user base & potential customers. That's a huge plus & kudos to Tascam USA. You get the Virtual Golden Gear Award from me.

[@grazstarr]

My gosh what an incredible piece of gear you guys have made. My buddy and I jammed tonight with all our hardware/synths and recorded into this and we were then able to jam again with the recording bringing bits in and out again and adding effects over the recording. A whole world has opened up for our jamming nights. Thank you so much!!

[@TASCAMUSA]

You're welcome, we're glad you're enjoying it! If you upload any of your music made with the Model 12 to KZbin be sure to tag us in it so we can check it out!

[@kejo703]

Here's a tip on how to send a recorded song from the SD-card via USB to a DAW with all channels separated. 1.) Set MIXER->MTR/USB SEND POINT to POST CMP or POST EQ. 2.) Set SYSTEM/USB AUDIO/PC

[@technopriest8686]

Can you guys make a tutorial on the DAW control and MIDI capabilities such as MIDI Clock Output? I haven't seen any tutorials on this at all and reviews of these features on online retailers say a lot of buyers are having trouble. I understand you guys must be under pressure from COVID but this would go a long way for someone like me who is still on the fence about this product. Thank you!

[@iKrizNL]

You guys are doing great work, opening up the market to a whole set of new users. This device reminds me of my radio broadcasting days. Can't wait to get my hands on the faders again instead of clicking a computer screen. Love the possibilities this thing has 👍

[@MadeOnTape]

my channel is dedicated to recording on a TASCAM Porta Two, but the sane part of me really wants to get this Model 12, maybe the 16...love your company

[@MrFunkyjive]

I like it most as a stand-alone bc I have no idea how to use daw. And this video is perfect since I didn’t know you could load a track onto the mixer. Thank you much.

[@TASCAMUSA]

You're very welcome! And you are not alone - there a tons of folks out there who are going DAWless and recording to standalone recorders like the Model 12.

[@isaiahromero9861]

I'm the opposite funnily enough, I'm tired of using daws and bought this to get away from that workflow. It's been a huge learning curve though

[@coskunguclu8591]

When you use it as a standalone can you save half done sessions and go back to them later?

[@joeglassy7821]

On the Model 12, as an example after 6-8 channels for a live song have been recorded to SD card, I'm aware that the results may be exported as a "stereo mix" -- but I'd like to confirm that from the SD card you can also export each of (say 6, or 8) tracks separately, per channel, so these may be modifed in post later using a DAW. Thanks for any help!

[@TASCAMUSA]

That is correct, you can export the individual track recordings. They are found in the Song's folder in the MTR folder of the SD card. They are recorded as Wave files

[@db9692]

Can the tracks all be bounced simultaneously from the DAW, through the Tascam, and onto another multi-track recorder, like a multi-track tape machine?

[@savedonthebeat]

Good job man! This was very easy to understand also short and sweet! Time is precious so thanks again.

[@Max_Relic]

As a dawless producer I would love to see a menu option for auto-renaming the tracks being exported to the MUSIC folder, even a Track Rename option would be a great improvement. Thank you TASCAM :-)

[@TruthSeekerAi]

i love this piece of gear got it when it came out i have allot of there older 1s from like the 90s til now and this is it

[@davidbruce5451]

Great info very helpful. Worth mentioning that to make a stereo mix you need to record with no record buttons armed. This the records to channels 11/12.

[@WestHaddnin]

Hey now the only thing we need is an update on bluetooth phone calls! 💯

[@TASCAMUSA]

Because the Model 12 is only a bluetooth receiver it will not be able to make bluetooth calls but you can plug your phone into the TRRS connection and make phone calls through the mixer that way

[@WestHaddnin]

@@TASCAMUSA so there's no way you can update the firmware? Bummer man I didn't know that when I bought it. I still use it for music recording, but had to buy a rodecaster pro for my needs =/

[@els1f]

@@WestHaddnin oh I get it now! I was like dafuq you wanna answer calls with a mixer for? 😄 But podcasting absolutely makes sense

[@iKrizNL]

@@WestHaddnin TRRS can still do the job it's just you need an adapter for the iPhone 😂

[@samuelmaylor6634]

Thank you for the info, this newb needs more

[@Audiorial]

Hey guys, great one, I'm getting one for both my band and my youtube french audio tuto channel! well done

[@soundofmonolith1215]

love the model12 .. if you ever make a upgraded model 12B? please add more SUB-outs (2or more) .. to send separate mixes out to in-ears and stereo processors.. (a extra stereo aux send would also be great) and the headphones button selection to (main, aux1/2 and sub switch) -- last the black buttons under the display make them grey or white .. hard to see on stage or darker studio space., or put a usb power on top to put a led lamp in :) thanks Tascam

[@soundofmonolith1215]

thanks .. did not know how before to import the stereo mixdown back in mtr .for adding vocals.

[@vectorstain]

My favorite part of the machine is the "Dog Controller", haha. Just reading the CC text.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Having issues with Sit and Stay? Turn on Dog Controller for the perfect canine mix!

[@epiphonium]

Great helpful video! Would be awesome if you had some timestamps for different section?

[@rmatson]

Nice work. Thanks for making this

[@charlessmyth]

Impressive. However, I would be concerned about the longevity of those little mode switches being flipped back and forth so often. :-)

[@jopjopjop]

My thought exactly!

[@lbridger215]

Tascam have had switches sorted years ago. I have been using Tascam gear for the last eighteen years and have never experienced any issues in these areas.

[@MSNGR415]

My first thought after I received mine was “I should be easy on these switches” everything else feels solid.

[@joelpoitras6226]

Alot of people are already having their Model 12s repaired or using power bars to turn the unit on or off because even the power switch fails after awhile. It's on all forums and KZbin. Just Google it.

[@winstonsizemore2385]

I was more concerned that they had someone that was such a poor musician. Create such a c***** composition on it. Truly representative of the level of creativity of most players these days.

[@OGBlackBridge]

It seems my experience with the portastudio (8track) will carry over a bit. love new toys.

[@NoCoverCharge]

I miss the days of the Tascam 4 track cassette recorders so simple back then

[@TASCAMUSA]

Well, you're in luck! The Model 12 (when used in multitrack recorder mode with no computer) works in virtually the same way as the old cassette Portastudios! Also, yes - we agree; the cassette Portastudios were definitely an era all to their own. We're glad you remember those days fondly!

[@SR-ih1be]

How to I get that t-shirt

[@The-Ramih]

Hello, can the type c output cable of the mixer be connected to smartphone, to record sound?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello ronY! Yes, the Model 12 can be used with smartphones and tablets such as iPhones and iPads.

[@mkteku]

So much potential. Great design and layout. Wish the little screen was cooler, maybe having a dark background and orange or green fonts and higher resolution. Also, the ABC could be split into 4 parts (when naming) and we could use the 4 buttons below the screen to jump to either section so we wouldn't need to scroll as much...

[@baritony8763]

This will appear naive but on this video every track was PRE-recorded. I was looking for a vid to show you how to record tracks onto the Model 12 first. Then I guess you would mix it on the Model 12 also. Then when it sounds right you would employ the DAW/PC process. Am I thinking correctly? My first Tascam was a four track (used cassettes)and I would ping-pong just to get more tracks and a low-grade demo recording. DAW is new to me because I took a 20 year break. I hope it's not to confusing.Thanks for the vid!

[@TASCAMUSA]

The drum track was a programmed track, so in a sense that was "pre-recorded". The other tracks were not imported from anywhere else, but tracked directly to the Model 12.

[@cattrek]

I need some help here. I have seen many helpful videos out here, but I've never seen how you can run the recorder if any to all 12 channels. If not the case, do at least 10 channels. Some say it can only record 8. If so, then 7/8 and 9/10 is stereo. So can anyone show me all of the channels being used for recording set up. Thank you in advance. Also, a second question is can the channels when set to MTR be recorded in Live Mode and played back without using the 3 way selector switch and wearing it out with time.

[@StankoAx]

Please do a video on using headphones for recording in the DAW. I wanted to record bass guitar, but it was in mono, only in left speaker. Thanks for help!

[@morten1]

Yes the first 6 inputs are mono (mixers etc. usually uses mono channels). I think you have used a stereo track for the bass in your DAW. Change it to mono instead

[@TASCAMUSA]

Give us a call when in front of the unit, we can help with that. 323-726-0303

[@ladylucks910]

Yes please! I’m having the same problem!

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@ladylucks910 It sounds like you guys are recording into a stereo track within your DAW which is looking for signal from two inputs. Create a Mono track within your DAW so it is only looking for signal from one input, that should correct the issue

[@zebneb100]

@@TASCAMUSA I got a model12 for 2 months now and I'm very dispointed because the quality is terrible. Not sure what else I can do. Tried every way I can think of and no luck.

[@GodsPoetryProductions]

Thanks

[@johnbeaudoin308]

Any suggestions if the model 12 device doesnt show up on my MacBook Pro? Im unable to import / export files as shown in the video

[@pilzfreak9662]

Would love support for DAW control for bitwig, but I ordered one now anyways because I can use it in many different ways, but this would be the ultimate firmware update :)

[@alexandrosroussos]

Thanks for the vidéo, just got my Model 12 replacing a Soundcraft 12 MTK. I'm impressed, this is a very nice mixer and I see you're keep bringing cool features to the firmware. Could you post a video about using the mix-minus jack TRRS input ? For some reason I can only send audio to the connected TRRS device when my master (red fader) volume is up. Is there a way to route the mix-minus output to the TRRS connected device without having to put volume on the master ? Would be particularly useful when using the mix-minus while running through headphones.

[@GuidoGautsch]

What made you ditch the Tascam for the Model 12? I'm currently looking at those two mixers and am having a hard time deciding

[@alexandrosroussos]

@@GuidoGautsch the Tascam for the Model 12 ? I guess you meant the Soundcraft for the model 12. Both mixers are pretty good for the price. The Tascam model 12 has some great little additions such as a compressor per track, mix-minus, BT input, USB-C and looks very good. Other than that both are fully digital mixers with average preamps. Don’t expect the sound to blow your mind. Of course, even for the Tascam’s price, you get decent results.

[@GuidoGautsch]

@@alexandrosroussos yeah, that's what I meant, haha. Ok thanks - I'm not expecting (nor do I require) pristine quality, I just need something that will let me multitrack 2-3 stereo sources and 5-6 mono sources. My audio interface has 10 inputs and it isn't enough anymore

[@alexandrosroussos]

@@GuidoGautsch beware if you're getting the model 12, you'll only have 10 inputs, the naming is confusing as they count the stereo master pair. So If you really need 12 channels I would recommend the 14 channels Model 16 if you go Tascam. The Model 16 and 24 will lack some features compared to the 12 though, like : - MIDI clock/start/stop (which is btw another feature the Model 12 has that the MTK doesn't). - DAW control is only supported on the 12 - The the pre-routed mix-minus TRS port. It's not a big deal though as you can do the routing manually. Hope it helps.

[@desireemillion]

great video. thank you

[@dansedemort]

Does Ableton recognize the EQ/Compression knobs when in DAW control mode? Is it possible to assign the EQ knobs to an EQ plugin in Ableton?

[@Dominickleiner]

Could you guys please make a video explaining possible din midi hookups?

[@syneman1]

Can someone tell me if it's possible to send the audio out from individual tracks from a DAW (Say Ableton) nto the Model 12 and then record it? I want to add some analog to the digital world?

[@RecordingStudio9]

I hope TASCAM can add Phones 'listen mix in Pre Main Fader' option, so you can still listen while you have the Main Fader down, without using the SUB and extra headphone Amp etc. Great while tracking vocals or any microphone, without reaching out and turning off the speakers off and on. According to the flow chart, this should be possible for the Model 12 as it's pre DAC. Thanks TASCAM :)

[@TASCAMUSA]

I think you might be confused on the operation, the Phones and Control out on the Model 24 are not affected by the Main fader's position, only the Model 12's output to the headphones is affected by the Main fader

[@RecordingStudio9]

@@TASCAMUSA Thanks for the reply. True for Model 24, but not for Model 16 and Model 12, especially Model 12 which is aimed towards the home recording enthusiasts who most times record in the same room and it's pain to turn off/on speakers or purchasing extra headphone amp when there are perfectly good 2 headphone outputs on the Model 12. Again, I hope Tascam can come up with a solution within the menu for pre or post main fader for headphones. Otherwise, Model 12 is the best in its market by far.

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@RecordingStudio9 The main fader does not affect the control room outs on both the Model 24 and 16. The Model 12 does not have a control room out.

[@RecordingStudio9]

@@TASCAMUSA It's great that TASCAM is responding to my comments. BUT... You are not reading the content of my comments. As per TASCAM flow digram in manuals: 1. Model 24 Control room/ Headphone is independent, and we already agreed. 2. Model 16 Control room/Headphone is AFTER the Main fader unless your flow diagram and/or other videos demonstrating Model 16 are wrong. 3. Model 12 Headphone is after the Main fader, as we agree, AND I'm hoping this can be changed with a new menu option (if possible, as it's digital). Thanks again :)

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@RecordingStudio9 For the Model 12 you can press the Main/AUX 1/2 button down under the headphone knob so that the headphones are fed form the AUX 1/2 mix and turn up the Aux 1 and 2 knobs on the channels. That way the headphone out is not controlled by the Main fader. That's a work around

[@savedonthebeat]

I can not hear myself while recording using the Model 12 as a USB interface. Any tips?

[@MayhemJack]

Can you "automate" gain throughout the track as you would on a software DAW? And can you export/bounce a project as individual tracks so you can do your final mix/access to more effects on your computer?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Mayhem Jack! When bouncing a mix, you can ride the faders to change the levels of each individual channel. It's not automation like you'd write in on your DAW, but more like the old school approach engineers would use pre-computers. Also, each channel is recorded as an individual file on the SD card - you could then import all of that into your DAW and mix and add processing as you see fit.

[@gionatanscali]

For some reason I cannot add any external wave files on the folder music on TASCAM, maybe I got some restrictions on my SD card? can anyone help how to fix it?

[@ryanbabcock7503]

I have the same issue

[@francescocucchi5686]

I just bought it, sounds very good, my cubase is reading it but two annoying things: 1) I can’t connect my pedal on the aux, it has only aux out, no returns? 2) the return of my laptop is going only on channels 1 and 2 which is a waste, I can’t use those two channels for my other instruments when im producing If anyone has any tricks and tips for those two issues will be very much appreciated 🙏🏻

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Francesco! Glad you're enjoying the unit so far, here's what you can do to fix those issues: 1.) The AUX is a send only, no return. Operation for this is going to require you to send from the AUX of your choice and then bring that signal back in on an open channel. If you're recording to a DAW this shouldn't be an issue at all. But, if you're recording in standalone MTR mode, this can definitely leave you with one less channel than you anticipated. You could bounce some tracks down to counterbalance this. 2.) As far as changing the output monitor on the Model 12, there are some options. On a Mac, you change this in the AUDIO/MIDI setup in your settings panel. With Windows, you cannot change what outputs the system sounds come from - channels 1 & 2 are your only options. Now, that only applies to system sounds. If we're talking about the return from your DAW, these can absolutely be changed. You'll need to do that in your DAW - you'll need to change whichever channels are routed to monitoring to whichever alternate output you'd like to use; then make sure those channels have been switched to PC. If this isn't working, you may need to access your DAW's I/O mapping and add those channels to the list.

[@francescocucchi5686]

@@TASCAMUSA thank you so much, I’m getting into this mixer and is just so good, as an audio interface just improved so much my quality recording in my cubase, I’m very happy with this purchase, the only thing I wish to had the monitoring from the laptop to one knob like the one for the sd card instead wasting two channels from the mixer, it might be possible for a future firmware update ?! Thank you again for replied 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@AdriaanJABreukel]

Really excellent.

[@afkbradshaw]

Great to see so many replies to questions. Mine is around mixing down and levels. MTR playback the levels seems to only show prefade so I don't know the actual level of returns and also confused by the master fader true level so I can best get final levels of the song. If I go through a mix, hitting record on the main rec button to record the mix and then export song as Stereo file. The file I bring in to my laptop the levels are usually poor and there seems to be no way to judge/know what these levels will be, am I missing something? Everything else about the Model 12 I really like, many thanks

[@TASCAMUSA]

The individual track meters in the Meter screen can only be pre fader. I would do your stereo mix recording and have the levels on the Main meter up almost to OL so that the stereo mix is nice and loud without overloading

[@afkbradshaw]

@@TASCAMUSA thanks for your reply much appreciated. Seems a major oversight not to have returns post fade (maybe a firmware update? If I can request) and a true Digital Stereo level indicator. I bought this as it seemed more self contained than many other mixers so I didn't need to link to a DAW but in current state mixing down I'll need to send out to Pro Tools

[@clemcadiddlehopper5706]

Why can’t I here the count in/metronome in my headphones? I have the click output set to phones 1 and can’t here it.

[@hsn10]

Tascam 12 is epic, but we all live and die with cheaper Tascam 8

[@Brutusque]

When I try and open the drum track I loaded I get the error message: "Sample rate Unmatch" I confirmed that the drum track is both 44100 Hz Sample Rate as well as 16-bit Sample Format. Can anyone please help?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello. If the drum track you're loading into your song is 16-bit/44.1k and you're receiving the sample rate mismatch error, that means that the song you're loading it into is not 16/44.1k. There's a couple of ways to tackle this - one being convert the file on a computer to the sample rate of the song on the Model 12, then import it. Or, start a new song and make sure to select 16/44.1k as the sample rate so the drum track matches that. However, if you've already started recording material before importing the drums, this could cause more of a headache for you.

[@pepuletrz]

so in the user manual it reads to use the main outs with some studio monitors..so does that mean the sub outs can just be a normal stereo amp?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello pEpul Etrz! Yes, you can definitely utilize the sub outputs that way. The main difference between the Main Outs and Sub Outs is just XLR vs TRS. In my personal setup, I use the Sub Outs for my monitors because the monitor controller in my studio only has TRS inputs. So, feel free to experiment and find what works best for you!

[@KRAZYKATOFICIAL]

can it be used with FL STUDIO???? both in multitrack recording, such as knobs and faders in the daw FL STUDIO????. xfas and thanks

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Jose! The Model 12 can be used with FL Studio as an audio interface, but not as a DAW controller.

[@burythebonehead]

@@TASCAMUSAwhy

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@burythebonehead Hello! This comment was from several years ago. The Model 12 can be set to any of the MCU protocol options and used as a DAW controller with FL Studio.

[@burythebonehead]

@@TASCAMUSA looked that up right after commenting lol. so freaking amazing, thanks!!!

[@freeslave1968]

Can you hook speakers up directly to the tascam are do you need an outboard Amp for the speakers ?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello! Yes, there are outputs on the back of the Model 12 - no amp needed.

[@dougtorkelson8977]

I’m finding the headphone volume on model 12 is not nearly loud enough. I have to crank the dial 100% to make it reasonable. Any workaround for that?

[@rorz999]

It's probably your headphones or something else. I've got no issues with the phones volume on mine

[@musicislife704]

When I record a song it’s lower in volume then original recording why? My gain is at 0 so it records exactly same

[@LaurentDiscShowMan]

Muy bien a hacer un segundo tutorial...a faltado explicar otras funciones y caracteristicas que tiene para ver bien del todo como funciona y trabaja la Tascam Model 12 ..

[@mrchill3007]

So I heard you can't use the model 16 and 24 as DAW controller?? So why does it have the "PC" option on the switch right next to LIVE mode and MTR mode ????? Can you use the 16 and 24 as an audio interface????

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Mr. Chill! You are correct - the Models 16 & 24 cannot be used as a DAW controller. These units have a MODE switch which can be toggled between Live (mixer applications), PC (audio interface applications), and MTR (standalone multi-track recorder applications).

[@jaylatman6369]

I am trying to use my Korg workstation, connected to the Model 12 to play Software Instruments on Logic Pro that is connected to Model 12 via USB interface. So far I was not able to do that. Any suggestions?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Jay! I saw your other comments as well. Are you using the Korg while the Model 12 is in DAW controller mode, or while it's connected as an interface? Also, are you using a PC or a Mac?

[@brndgtl]

I'd love that TASCAM shirt. Can we buy these online?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Pete! You can pick up one of those awesome reel to reel shirts on our Reverb store. reverb.com/shop/tascams-gear-outlet?product_type=accessories

[@NZealandKiwi]

very helpful, just bought a model 16 and was lost

[@lbridger215]

Great gear once you have persevered with the learning curve. Tascam are a great company, great back up and don't leave you hanging in mid air once they've sold you a product.

[@michaelneal900]

There's a lot of play in the USB cable to this mixer. I was getting stuttering and realized it was an intermittent USB connection. Is there a lot of play in all of them?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Michael. There shouldn't be any "play" in the USB cable. I don't know what you mean specifically by "stuttering", but having a poor USB connection will cause a unit to completely disconnect, not create glitches in audio. When you have the Model 12 in front of you, please give us a call at 323-726-0303.

[@briangarrison2021]

Is there a playlist function on the Model 12 , to load up several song files and play through them?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Brian! Unfortunately, no - there is not a playlist function to make this happen. A couple of workarounds to this: 1.) You could load the song files into your DAW and arrange them how you'd like, then bounce the file down and transfer it to the SD card, then load that file onto a track of your choosing. 2.) If you aren't using a DAW, you could always play the songs on your phone or other device and - using either the 1/8" or Bluetooth inputs - record the songs in order directly to the Model 12. We hope this helps! Let us know if you need anything else!

[@omelashomelas]

​ @TASCAM Official Greetings. If I were to record a song with, say, 5 tracks to the model 12's SD card, would it then be possible to hook the Model 12 up to a PC as an interface, play the song on the Model 12 and record out those 5 tracks simultaneously to the PC DAW, manipulating the faders? Or can those 5 tracks only be 'exported' as files? Cheers

[@mrchill3007]

Does this Model 12 work with any DAW??

[@TASCAMUSA]

That is correct!

[@jondriver9069]

Are you able to use the fx live or only on playback from the sd card? What is the button I need to push to make effects available on aux 2? Couldn’t figure out how to change the fx from N/A

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Jon! The FX can be used in live settings. If you look at the bottom right of the mixer in the master fader section you'll see the FX fader. There are a series of buttons there which will allow you to assign the FX to one or more outputs such as AUX 1, MAIN, and SUB. Just push one or more of these in to route the audio. AUX 2 is the default, but you may need to repurpose AUX 1 & 2.

[@jondriver9069]

@@TASCAMUSA Thanks for the response, but still having a problem. The top right corner of screen says FX. N/A. How do I change this? I don't have an SD card yet, could that be the problem?

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@jondriver9069 the Model 12 is designed to function as a standalone mixer, so the effects will work regardless of SD card insertion. Having a cable plugged into the AUX 2 jack will disable the internal FX effects engine and the message "FX.N/A" will appear on the screen.

[@sandyturner1911]

I'm having trouble getting mine to count in. When I use the SD card, It just starts recording. I would like a count in, so that there's a fade in. I'm trying to use this to record things as I go, live, without using a DAW.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello, Sandy! First thing, update the Model 12 firmware to the newest version. Next, follow the link below and check out the options for count-in/click with the Model 12. tascam.com/downloads/products/tascam/model_12/efs_model12_add_vamp_obs_va.pdf Hopefully this solves your issue!

[@sandyturner1911]

@@TASCAMUSA I updated before..Thanks for the link. I'll see if that helps me. I appreciate the response.

[@feebypeels2883]

Dang. I want one.

[@Al-vt9hg]

How do you connect outboard gear into the Model 12? I have a Warm Audio WA73 EQ and WA 2A Compressor that I want to add individually to my drums, guitar, bass, and vocals. I'm going "AUX output 2" into the EQ and out of Compressor into MIC/LINE channel 9/10. Please let me know if I'm doing it wrong. Thanks as always!

[@TASCAMUSA]

There are two ways of doing it, and that's one. The other, is that there are 1/4" INSERT options on channels one and two. If you look at the back of the Model 12 you should see those directly underneath the XLR input. You can run your signal through the WA73EQ (great piece of gear, by the way) and then into the INSERT. This will effectively bypass the preamp built into the Model 12. Hope this helps!

[@deoneimi3044]

Does the FX work on every channel singularly? Or does they work on every channel at the same time?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Deon! You can use one effect at a time on as many channels as you'd like. If you want to assign multiple effects to different channels, you'll have to do that one take at a time.

[@donauth111]

I hit the Stereo Export "yes" as you describe to do in video. Did it 3 times and every time it spins to 90% and freezes up. I have to turn the unit off and on to restore. What's happening ?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Don! That's not necessarily the easiest of answers to troubleshoot via KZbin. When you get time to sit down in front of your Model 12, give our tech support a call at 323-726-0303 and we'll work through it and get the issue resolved!

[@jdpower6360]

Got my model 12 today to use as a standalone multitrack recorder. There wasn’t an sd card in the unit. Bugged me because they say nothing on their site about it.

[@jdpower6360]

This giant paperweight was returned today.

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@jdpower6360, on the Model 12 product page there's a section that reads "Included Items" which reveals everything that comes with the unit - SD card is not listed.

[@moelodin]

Good day. Any chance i can send system sounds from windows 10 to channel 11-12? Only 1+2 appear as outputs in my system right now.

[@MZ-Limi]

Does it play mp3 format?

[@toddhaser]

When using it to record with a DAW, is it just 'pass through' or are you able to use the mixing and effects on the channel strip before it goes into your daw? In other words, does all of the Tascam goodness happen in the recording chain, first, before the DAW?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Todd! One of the really great things about the Model 12 is the ability to set the USB send point. That means you can get all the TASCAM goodness on the way into your DAW!

[@toddhaser]

@@TASCAMUSA Awesome! Thank you for reply! I'm planning to get the 12 track version!

[@donauth111]

How do you add a click track? I'm missing something.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Don! If you enter the menu, the third option down should be "Click". Open that, then go to Settings - you'll have the option to route the click to Click Out, Headphone 1, Headphone 2, Main Out, Sub Out, Aux 1, and Aux 2. If you choose Click Out, on the back of the Model 12 is a 1/4" output labeled "Click". You can line out from there and input that into an open channel. Another option would be adding it to a headphone amplifier if you have your unit connected in such a way. In the Click Menu you'll see Metronome which gives you the parameters with which to set the click. You'll also see a count-in option from the main menu.

[@donauth111]

@@TASCAMUSA Thanks soo much!! Have a Superb Day!

[@rextopher]

Forgive me if this has already been answered, but can you record to the SD card and your DAW at the same time? Also are your effects settings, EQ and comp printed to both the SD and the DAW?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Rex! Yes - one can record to both the DAW and SD card at the same time. As for printing effects, EQ, and compressor; one can set the USB send point at different points in the channel to send to the DAW. When tracking to the SD card not everything will print, but bouncing the tracks with those particular adjustments will do the trick!

[@rextopher]

@@TASCAMUSA Oh heck yeah!

[@LG-di5wz]

@@TASCAMUSA what do you mean by setting the USB send points? How would you do that ?

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@LG-di5wz by setting the USB sends points, we're referring to at what point in the the signal chain each channel's audio is sent to the computer. For example, a user can have the audio sent directly after the preamp (the unprocessed audio, PRE COMP), after the compressor (after the preamps and with compression, POST COMP), after the EQ (after the preamps, compressor, and EQ - POST EQ). With this, varying levels of signal processing can be streamed and/or tracked into your software on the computer. To do this, follow these steps: 1.) While not in use, enter the menu and navigate to the MIXER menu. 2.) Select the MTR/USB Send Point Menu - from here we'll have the options for every channel, so this can be completely customized. 3.) On each channel, highlight the channel in question and press the multi-jog wheel to access that channels menu, then scroll to which selection is preferred and click the multi-jog wheel again to confirm. We hope this helps!

[@wrenhinds]

Thanks for the video! Does this also apply to the Tascam Model 24? is the functionality of the desk the same as the Model 24?

[@TASCAMUSA]

For SD card recording the Model 12 and 24 are basically the same

[@wrenhinds]

@@TASCAMUSA THANKS! So the Model 24 is suitable for a singer-songwriter whose sole purpose is to record songs on the machine including mixing and exporting (without a computer).

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@wrenhinds The Model 24 is a great standalone multi-track recorder but you can also use it as an interface to record into a DAW software

[@mrtnfreden8053]

I'm using Reason 10 as my DAW. Is the Model 12 working as it is intended to do? Can I control the levels and panning etc. when in DAW controller mode?

[@AVKATV]

can i record phone call in it, like i do in live mixer with aux sends please guide.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Yes, you can record a phone to the Model 12. You can record a call in either standalone mode or into your DAW if you're using it as an interface. Channels 9 & 10 have a TRRS input on the back panel which was specifically made for phones.

[@AVKATV]

@@TASCAMUSA i want to buy it but in india i am not finding it on amazon and anywhere.

[@nelutunelutu2941]

Bună seara!se poate înregistra în același timp toate trackurile 8 din korg pa3x?sunt interesat sa cumpăr!

[@andreaskitzmann7391]

When in DAW mode using Logic I only seem to be able to record one channel at a time. I can't arm multiple channels. Is there a way to fix this?

[@LiftedNoise]

So are you using your guitar on input 1 to record to the other tracks as well? I'm wondering if this is possible.. i believe other tascam multitracks work this way but I don't want to assume.

[@TASCAMUSA]

There isn't a way to assign inputs to different channels on the Model 12, 16 or 24

[@LiftedNoise]

@@TASCAMUSA thanks for the reply 🙏

[@pjaqiee]

Thank you! :)

[@CMedia87]

Idk know if this is true in terms of the recording function. I hooked my condensor mic up to channel 1 while in live mode, I pressed record on the main record by the display not the channel and my vocal recorded. has any one else noticed this. so my question is what is the difference or reason to rec enable the channel if the main rec already worked? I was using the latest firmware . someone test this out and let me know if you got the same result.

[@zypmo]

I don't know if this has been mentioned but is there the option of using the other knobs such as the EQ or aux sends to map in a DAW to control parameters? I know the pan and faders and solo are mapped already, but is it possible to use more of the mixer as a midi controller? Could this come in a future firmware update? The ability to control your DAW through your mixer is pretty unique so I am curious. :)

[@TASCAMUSA]

Most of the knobs and buttons send midi messages so you should be able to map other controls within your DAW

[@allgonewrongful]

@@TASCAMUSA jesus, that's brilliant!! As far as reviews have said, it's pretty basic as a daw controller. Not one mentions it sends midi CC!!!! Oh good job!! My new one has just arrived, opening it today!!

[@chadchristle]

I just purchased one. Although tim excited about its features, I’m missing one thing. Please inform how to playback. I feel like I’m missing one little step to get playback. Yes I have signal just no playback from my mac. Using as an interface. My first 2 channels are open for playback but still nothing.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Make sure channel 1 and 2's mode are set to PC, press the Main buttons down on those channels, turn up those faders and the Main fader. Make sure on the Mac you have the Model 12 set in the System Preferences to be the Main output device.

[@chadchristle]

@@TASCAMUSA thank you. Finally got sound but it’s only playing back through subs fader. Main signals but no playback

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@chadchristle please call us at 323-726-0303 when in front of the unit

[@skains272]

Thank you!

[@Shadowbannddiscourse]

This is the first time recording with model 16 .do you have any basic instruction on recording ?does it function the same. Im new to this its differnt than the Porta 3 4 trak. Still looking for one to mix my old stuff down)

[@jrooks58]

is it safe to buy a used model 12

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello! As with anything, there are definitely risks associated with buying used gear. We'd recommend making sure you trust the source you're purchasing from, plus make sure that there is some sort of guarantee on the product in case there are issues with it (or, at the very least, a return policy).

[@jojo41400]

Is this module only use for recording purposes?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Jayee, the Model 12 can be used as a mixer for live performances and rehearsals, as a standalone multitrack recorder, a USB Audio interface for recording and live streaming and conferencing, and as a DAW controller for having a great hands on experience with your favorite recording software.

[@h-dawg969]

When recording in standalone mode like this, is the only option to export the sereo mix or can I export the individual channel recordings as separate WAVs to bring into DAW on the SD Card? I can only see the export stereo mix option? Cheers

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello! You can do both of these options. To retrieve the individual multi-tracked files you'll need to put the Model 12 in SD card reader mode. Then, on your computer, open the SD card like you would any other hard drive, then extract those files from the MTR folder.

[@h-dawg969]

@@TASCAMUSA sweet. That’s ideal. I’ve only just got it so just experimenting now. So if I don’t export Stereo mix, then the individual channels recordings are just on the SD card? & I can either take the sd card and put it in my computer, or follow along what you said above? My place where my mixer and equipment is is a separate unit to where my other computer is, so I’ll usually record my jams, then take the exported files and mix down / edit in Logic on my desktop Mac at home.

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@h-dawg969 you're correct - the SD card can be removed and then put into a reader attached to a computer and the files can be retrieved that way, too.

[@h-dawg969]

@@TASCAMUSA yeah cool. Cheers I managed to get it sorted and uploaded a deep house hardware jam the other day. I think I tagged Tascam in it so you should see it if your interested. Think spell check changed you to Tuscan in the description though but alls good now. It’s so good that you actually respond to queries. I may have another question for you soon no doubt. Cheers ;)

[@TASCAMUSA]

@@h-dawg969 good to hear you got sorted! And thanks for the tag, we'll check it out!

[@richardhermans4457]

If you are using the same instrument on different tracks(such as multiple guitar parts), do you have to unplug your guitar from track 1 to track 2 input unplug to track 3 etc every time you record a new part? or can you leave it in input 1 and assign it to track 2,3,and so forth for each new recorded track?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Richard! There are no internal routing options available on the Model Mixers. So, you'd need to unplug from the current channel and plug into a new one for the next track with the same instrument.

[@richardhermans4457]

@@TASCAMUSA Thank you.

[@alanjamesh.zamorano1677]

Thank for this video. I'm considering purchasing this unit in the future. Do you know if it's compatible with a DAW like Reaper?

[@TASCAMUSA]

The Model 12 does work with Reaper as a control surface and audio interface

[@bobby9727]

Great video, Can you remove the SD card from this unit and install it to your comp and then tranfer the master file to your comp instead of connecting a USB cable to transfer the master file to your comp? My Model 12 is not located near my comp Thank you.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Yes, you can do that. Taking the SD card out and putting it into your computer is the same as connecting the device over USB and putting it into Storage mode

[@bobby9727]

@@TASCAMUSA Thank you for the reply, I am really loving this Model 16

[@movax20h]

Really interesting product. I am trying to replace my old Yamaha 01v, with something smaller for my home studio. I only need max 3 mic with phantom power, and few keyboards / synths (maybe 5), plus sounds from two computers, and maybe occasionally a phone. I do just home recordings, sometimes some twitch streaming, things like that. So the number of channels is about right. The issue is most of my keyboards and computers do have stereo output, but I am not sure if that means I need to use two channels for each? Would be nice to only use one channel for each, and all the eq, pan , volume settings to apply to entire stereo input instead. I think I would need 8 stereo inputs (that can be used as 8 mono inputs), plus 4 mono inputs. Also it is unclear if I could do separate effects with separate settings on each channel or group of channels, or does it apply to master, or all channels. Also how is the Linux support? i.e. with Ardour, JACK, etc.

[@rorz999]

There are only stereo inputs, but it's a multitrack recorder. You can record one or two instruments, then another one or two and so on. You could use two mono inputs as a makeshift stereo input, panning one channel left and one channel right. Assuming you're talking about the built-in FX, you can't use different FX on different channels at the same time.

[@DiggyDon_33]

Hello! At the moment that you interface Tascam to the PC (at 5.00) Is possible assign an IMPUT STEREO (9/10) in one channel or Is possible Only in Mono? And Is possible interface One Channel at the DAW and record on SD in the same time? Thanks you !!

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello Alessio! Yes, you can record to both a DAW and SD card at the same time. Input 9/10 on the Model 12 is a stereo channel - so if you have a stereo signal going to it, then you should be able to hear a stereo signal - the same goes for 7/8. Inputs 1-6 are all mono and cannot handle stereo, but you could split a stereo signal across two channels ( 3 & 4 for example) and then pan them hard left and right.

[@edwinhill9410]

Does tascam have any of the promo banners or posters available like the one hanging behind you?

[@msyracuse]

Is the multi-track USB output post-fader (and post-EQ/effects)? What is the latency measured post the ASIO driver?

[@TASCAMUSA]

The USB send can be just from the Gain knob, or post compressor or Post EQ. That option is within the menu. The USB send for each channel cannot be Post fader. Latency depends on the computer in use, so that is hard to measure. The unit does have direct input monitoring though to minimize any latency

[@J-Reds]

So if you want to use the tascam 12 as an audio interface, it will record multiple tracks at the same time separately? Or you have to record once each?

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello! The Model 12 is able to record multiple tracks at the same time to different channels.

[@sugarmojito]

How can we send the main LR output audio from model 12 to a phone to record tik tok musician videos? Thank you

[@TASCAMUSA]

Hello! The Model 12 is compatible with phones, so with the proper cable you should be able to connect the Model 12 via USB directly to your phone or other smart device.

[@pjsnijdersmusic]

What's the approximate latency round trip? Not direct monitoring, cause I need my plugins and amp sims of course... Is it about the same as my older Tascam 2x2 interface or better latency now? And can I shut down or turn down the main volume going to the speakers when using headphones and turn my headphone volume up?

[@TASCAMUSA]

It's probably about the same as the US-2X2, maybe slightly better. The Main volume fader also affects the headphone output, so I would suggest turning off the monitors when you only want to hear the headphones

[@larryspivey1716]

Two Questions: I have to flip the mode switch to hear what I just recorded? So if I record 6 drums tracks I have to flip all the switches to play them back? Can you export the wav files like you can on the DP24? Where everything lines up? Thanks in advance.

[@TASCAMUSA]

Yes, when you record to the SD card you have to switch the channels to MTR to hear the play back of those tracks. You can export the individual tracks from the SD card by going into the song's folder in the MTR folder of the SD card

[@excismos8056]

What's the status of the EQ's and the compressors? Are they printing to the DH when recording or on playback, or mix down?

[@TASCAMUSA]

You can have the channel's EQ and compressor print to the track if you would like.