The Zoom R12 MultiTrack Recorder is a compact and portable multitrack recording unit designed for capturing live performances with a built-in stereo audio interface that can be used for studio recording podcasts and more. One of the most versatile multitrack recorders on the market the Zoom R12 is jam-packed with useful features including a crisp touchscreen display for intuitive editing on the fly. The R12 gives you the ability to record/mix songs without the need for a computer. Not only can it record live performances but it can also enhance them. With the inclusion of 150 preloaded drum loops and 18 FM synth instruments to choose from the R12 is a multi-purpose tool for any musician. At the heart of the Zoom R12 are dual high-end preamps that deliver crystal-clear and nuanced audio fidelity. With eight tracks of audio in total the R12 can be used to create everything from demos to fully-fledged songs. Add depth and texture to your signals/sounds using the onboard effects. Each track also features a 3-channel EQ and a compressor. Adding to its portability the Zoom R12 can be run on 4 x AA batteries with a battery life of up to five hours – perfect for musicians on the move. For longer sessions the R12 can also be run via a power adapter (AD-17 power supply included) or via a USB battery. The recorder also features USB/SD card connectivity so you can import your own custom audio samples. In addition to the preamps the R12 also features Hi-Z connectivity so you can plug your guitar directly into the recorder. You can also monitor your sound using the stereo headphone jack or the dedicated 1/4-inch monitor outputs.
Create and capture live music with touchscreen editing Standing out from the crowd the R12 is jam-packed with useful tools onboard percussion and even built-in synths that lets you take your performances/recordings to the next level. Starting off with two pristine preamps the dual XLR/TRS inputs can be used to process studio-grade microphones (complete with onboard Phantom Power) as well as instruments. Whether you’re recording a demo or want to create a full song the Zoom R12 gives you everything you need to achieve your creative goals. One of the most unique features of the R12 is ‘Sequence Play’. This function allows you to create a playlist of your projects which then can be used as backing tracks during live performances. The intuitive full-colour LCD touchscreen makes it easy to edit cut loop and arrange your tracks. The streamlined layout makes it easy to navigate between settings and parameters. You can also import your own samples using via a micro SD card or a USB thumb drive. Built-in drum loops and FM synths Taking it a step further than your standard multitrack recorder the Zoom R12 can be used to enhance your recordings and take them to the next level. Pre-loaded with 150 varied drum loops the genre-defying percussion section allows you to create rhythms on the fly for any project. Not only that but the R12 also features 18 built-in FM synth instruments. Spanning everything from synth leads to brass instruments the FM synths allow you to capture your inspiration when it strikes. Integrated audio interface and customisable click track From the stage to the studio the Zoom R12 is ready for anything. Featuring a built-in stereo audio interface the R12 can be used to create music using your favourite DAW (digital audio workstation). The versatile design means it can also be used for live-streaming and podcasting via USB-C connectivity. It can also be used as a control surface using the transport controls and faders to control your music software’s parameters. It also comes equipped with a Hi-Z input which allows you to plug a guitar directly into the recorder. Ensuring you stay in time can be difficult when it comes to using backing tracks and more. The Zoom R12 features an onboard customisable click track that can be activated at the press of a button. The click balance control allows you to set the volume of the metronome in regards to your playback audio which is then routed from the headphone jack and/or the main outputs. Portable design with variety of connections The R12’s compact size can easily be carried from place to place and is small enough to carry with just one hand. Providing up to 5 hours of battery life the Zoom R12 can be powered by 4 x AA batteries. For longer sessions the R12 comes complete with an AD-17 power adapter or it can be powered via a USB battery. Monitoring your sounds is made easy thanks to the inclusion of both a 1/8-inch stereo headphone jack and dedicated 1/4-inch monitor outputs. Features Eight-track digital recorder 2.4-inch colour LCD touchscreen display Intuitive graphic interface with onboard editing capabilities Can be powered by 4 x AA batteries or power supply (AD-17 power adapter included) Crystal-clear preamps capture every nuance of your performances Two XLR/TRS combo inputs (with Phantom Power and HI-Z on input 1) Send effects channel for four effects to choose from: Reverb Delay Chorus Guitar Lab preset (Choose up to three effects from Zoom’s guitar effects collection) Built-in compressor for inputs 1 and 2 Pan and three-band EQ for each track Use backing tracks for live performances using ‘Sequence Play’ Onboard drum loops – 150 preloaded Built-in FM synths Record directly to SDXC cards Integrated USB-C audio interface (2-in / 2-out or 2-in/4out) with control surface function Headphone jack for private monitoring Specifications Inputs: Mic/Line Mono: Connectors: 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (Balanced XLR: 2 HOT / TRS: TIP HOT? Input gain: +6 +50 dB Input impedance: XLR: 3.9 kohms TRS: 3.9 kohms/1 M ohms (when Hi-Z ON INPUT 1 only) Phantom power: +48 V (switchable separately for INPUTS 1 and 2) Equivalent input noise: –121 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +50 dB/150 ohms input Frequency response: −1.0/+0.5 dB: 20 Hz – 20 kHz Outputs: Master Out: Connectors: 2 TRS phone jacks (balanced) Maximum output level: +14 dBu Output impedance: 200 ohms Phones: Connectors: 1 stereo 3.5mm mini jack Maximum output level: 45 mW + 45 mW (into 32 Ω load) Output impedance: 10 ohms Recorder: Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2 Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: 8 Recording format: 44.1kHz 16/24-bit mono/stereo WAV Recording media: Cards compatible with microSDHC specifications 4 GB – 32 GB Cards compatible with microSDXC specifications 64 GB – 1 TB EQ: High: 10 kHz ±12 dB shelving Middle: 2.5 kHz ±12 dB peaking Low: 100 Hz ±12 dB shelving Pan: L100 – R100 Input dynamics: Comp/Limiter/Gate Patch memory effects: 3 types can be used simultaneously 50 patch memories Guitar Lab supported Can be assigned and used as an insert (input) or send effect Dedicated send effects: 10 types of spatial effects Tuner: Chromatic/Guitar/Bass/Open A/Open D/Open E/Open G/DADGAD Time signatures: 3/4 4/4 6/8 Tempo range: 40.0 – 250.0 BPM Rhythm loops: Sound source format: PCM Number of loops: 150 Synth: Sound source format: FM Polyphony: 8 Number of sound types: 18 (and a PCM drum kit) Display: 2.4-inch (320×240) full-color touchscreen LCD USB: Connector: USB Type-C (Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.) Audio interface: 2-in/2-out or 2-in/2-out (iPad): USB 2.0 full speed 44.1 kHz 16/24-bit 2-in/4-out: USB 2.0 full speed 44.1 kHz 16/24-bit Mass storage function (device): USB 2.0 High Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied when host) Guitar Lab connection: USB 1.1 Full Speed DAW connection (control surface): USB 1.1 Full Speed Mass storage function (host): USB 2.0 High Speed (5V/200 mA power supplied) USB MIDI keyboard connection: USB 1.1 Full Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied) Power: Batteries: 4 AA (alkaline lithium or rechargeable NiMH) AC adapter: ZOOM AD-17 (5V/1.0A) Estimated continuous operation time using batteries: During playback with +48V off and 32Ω headphone load Alkaline batteries: about 5 hours NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 5 hours Lithium batteries: about 11 hours Power consumption: 5W maximum Dimensions (WxDxH): 256 x 158 x 61 mm Weight (including batteries): 827 grams Product code: 10010297
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