Combining the effortless workflow of digital with the amazing sound of analog; the Tascam Model 16 14-Channel Mixer with 16-Track Digital Recorder is an all-in-one mixer that brings Tascam’s powerful recording technology and deep mixing features and puts it into a compact form. It is ideal for a range of applications.
Use it in your rehearsal space and record ideas when something fits. Or use it for small-format live performance recording or in your studio production environment. It’s ideal for the tour too – easy to transport and robust. So you can be certain it will withstand the rigours of the road.
If you care about great sound but need to be savvy with your space – then Tascam Model 16 14-Channel Mixer with 16-Track Digital Recorder is the ideal mixer for you.
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14 clean and pristine audio inputs
Across the top of the unit are the 14 inputs for sending both microphones and instrument inputs. The mixer has space for 10 microphones or 14 line inputs. It also features Bluetooth so you can stream music to the Model 16 – if your device doesn’t use Bluetooth then you can use it to send a CD player or MP3 player through the RCA inputs. If sound quality is a concern – and when isn’t it? – the eight ultra HDDA mic preamps provide you with clean, crisp, and pristine audio tone with extremely low noise.
Get the sound you need
Integral to every mixer is a set of channel strips that feature a deep control set. Model 16 does not disappoint. It features a very tactile Gain knob which allows for accurate control over the input level. There is a low-cut filter which is activated with the push of a button and with the three-way input selector, it’s easier to control your input sources. And of course, there is a 3-band EQ with sweepable mid-range which allows you to fully control the output of your signals. If you want to add effects to your channels then Model 16 provides you with 16 editable and foot controllable multi-effects. These include reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, and many more. And once you’re happy with how everything sounds, send it all through the master 4-band EQ.
Route where you need to
Send your signals wherever you need to. The Model 16 features three AUX busses and pre-fader listen. Providing you with as many pro-level routing options you’ll need in a mixer of this size. There is a subgroup which allows you to drive an amp. You can route to stage monitoring or send over to external processes like EQs or compressors.
Record the whole set
The digital recording capabilities of the Model 16 set it apart from other mixers at this size. The incredible sounding digital recorder can track all 14 channels as well as a stereo main output. This gives you a great way to record rehearsals or even live sets – all sent to the internal SD card in 24-bit quality. Hook the mixer up to your computer as an audio interface and record directly into your DAW – again in 24-bit resolution and hugely low latency. This mixer can truly do it all.
Features
14-channel analogue mixing console with built-in 16-channel multi-track recorder and USB audio interface
14 analogue inputs
10 Tascam Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps with switchable phantom power (48 V) on eight mono and two stereo channels
12 balanced line inputs (8 mono, 2 stereo)
One multi-purpose stereo channel for input from mobile devices via Bluetooth or via RCA connectors or stereo mini-jack connector (CH 13/14)
Inserts on input channels 1 and 2
Channels 1 and 2 can be used with high-impedance instruments like electric guitars/basses
Three Aux outputs (monitor 1 (pre fader), monitor 2 (pre/post fader), effects (post fader))
Three stereo outputs with independent master faders (Main, Sub, Control Room)
One-knob compressor for channels 1–8
Switchable low-cut filter (100 Hz) for eight mono and two stereo channels
Switchable Mute, Stereo/Sub routing, and PFL on each input channel
Three-band equalizer with sweepable mids for eight mono channels, fixed mids on stereo channels
Semi-parametric EQ with two sweepable mid bands (wide/narrow) for stereo and sub outputs
Built-in Bluetooth receiver for wireless playback
On-board effects processor, 16 effects types, Can be used on all input channels, monitor busses, sub and main stereo bus, Can be turned on/off by an optional footswitch (Tascam RC-1F)
60-mm faders on each channel
12-segment LED output level meters
XLR balanced outputs for main stereo bus
TRS balanced outputs for sub, control room, monitor 1/2, and effects send
Headphones output with level control (80 mW per channel)
Tascam multi-track recording engine
Uses SD cards as recording media (up to 128 GB, Class 10 or higher required)
Up to 16 tracks (14 input channels + stereo mix) can be recorded without the need for a computer
Overdubbing, punch in/out recording (eight channels maximum)
Multi-track playback for advanced live performance
Illuminated Play/Record/Stop buttons for better legibility in poorly lit environments
USB 2.0 audio interface for use with Windows (ASIO) and Mac (Core Audio) computers
Transfer to computer: 16 channels (all 14 inputs + stereo mix)
Transfer from computer: 14 channels assignable to each channel input
Audio resolution: 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bit
Simple and quick menu operation with multi-jog dial
19-inch rack installation possible (with optional rackmount kit)
Internal power supply with removable power cord
Specifications
Recording format: WAV (BWF) 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 Bit
Playback format: WAV (BWF)
Recording media: SD (512 MB – 2 GB), SDHC (4–32 GB), SDXC (64–128 GB), Class 10 or higher required
File system: FAT16 (SD), FAT32 (SDHC), exFAT (SDXC)
Recording file format: WAV (BWF, maximum file size: 2 GB)
Playback formats: WAV (BWF)
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit
Recordable channels: 16 channels max. (14 channels + stereo mix)
Microphone inputs (CH 1–8): XLR-3-31 balanced (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Maximum input level: +10 dBu
Nominal input level: –8 dBu
Minimum input level: –58 dBu
Gain adjustable range: 0–50 dB
Input impedance: 1.8 kΩ
LINE inputs (CH 1–8): 6.3-mm TRS phone jack balanced
Maximum input level: +22 dBu
Nominal input level: +4 dBu
Gain adjustable range: –10 dB to +40 dB (CH 1–8), –20 dB to +30 dB (CH 9, 11)
Input impedance: 22 kΩ
INSERT (CH 1–2): 6.3-mm TRS phone jack
Nominal input level: 0 dBu
Maximum input level: +18 dBu
Input impedance: 10 kΩ
Nominal output level: 0 dBu
Maximum output level: +18 dBu
Output impedance: 100 Ω
STEREO inputs (CH 13-14): RCA pin jack unbalanced
Maximum input level: +8 dBV
Nominal input level: –10 dBV
Input impedance: 10 kΩ
MAIN output: XLR-3-32 balanced
Maximum output level: +4 dBu
Nominal output level: +22 dBu
Output impedance: 200 Ω
Power: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 40 W
Dimensions (W × D × H overall): 430 mm × 463 mm × 113 mm
Weight: 7 kg
