Tascam Model 24 Multi-track Digital Recorder and Mixer

Tascam Model 24 Multi-track Digital Recorder and Mixer
A complete digital solution. The Tascam Model 24 provides many outstanding features as a stand-alone integrated production suite -  USB audio interface, a mixer, and a standalone multitrack recorder. For songwriters, performers, bands, studios, live shows.

All-In-One Solution
Tascam's Model 24 is an all-in-one integrated mixer designed for music and multimedia creators, songwriters and performers. Features include Tascam's critically acclaimed multi-track recorder, USB audio interface, and unique podcasting capability including mix-minus and smartphone inputs. The Model 24 supports your creative process, production, and workflow from start to finish including podcasting. The Model 24's seamless integrated workflow facilitates less focus on the technical and more on the creative. The comfortable, familiar feel of the Model 24's 60mm faders and 1-knob compressor, 3-band EQ with Sweepable Mid Frequency and 100Hz Low-cut, and Tascam's high-quality reverb effects allow fast tweaking of mixes and tones. Ultra HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with EIN (Equivalent Input Noise) of -128dB ensure natural low noise and high-grade sound quality. Additionally, Hi-Z line level inputs are included on all channels for direct instrument input. The compact Model 24 packs 16 XLR mic inputs (with +48V support), 22 line inputs, a 3.5mm (1/8") TRRS input (for Smartphone) and Bluetooth 5.0 input to handle any small format recording or live production environment.

24-Track Multi-Track Recording with 22 Track Playback
The Model 24's intuitive internal 24-track recorder records WAV files of up to 24-bit/48 kHz audio quality directly to an SD card, with 22-track playback. Supporting metronome, punch-in/out, and overdubbing functions, the internal recorder also allows WAV files to be imported directly into a DAW for further editing or production. A 1-knob inline Compressor is available on inputs 1-16 as is a mid-range sweepable 3-band EQ. 3 Aux bus (MON1, MON2 [pre/post], FX) and PFL Listen round out the Model 24's pro-level signal path routing options. 

24 in / 22 Out USB Audio Interface
An onboard USB Type-C connector facilitates connecting a computer to the Model 24 for playback and recording utilizing a wide range of popular DAW's.

Click Output with Tap Tempo and Seamless Loop Playback
A dedicated click output with TAP TEMPO allows the tempo to be monitored in both live or recording environments. This allows live performers to play with tracks using the built-in multi-track engine or music creators to monitor the tempo when recording. The VAMP Playback function gives a seamless loop playback between two selected points in a song, enabling interactive live playback for extended solos/jams, and repeated playback of selected track only. It can be also used for personal practice and band rehearsals to enhance the user’s performance.

Stream Your Latest Music and Live Performances to Your Fan Base
The Model 24 incorporates several features for podcasting and internet streaming like mix-minus, smartphone input, multiple mic-ready channels, Bluetooth pairing, dual headphone monitoring, and internal multi-track recording. Use the Model 24 as a versatile live production recorder, USB audio interface and live streaming tool.

Features:

• 22-channel analogue mixing console with built-in 24-track recorder and USB audio interface

Mixer features:

• 22 analogue inputs
  • 16 TASCAM Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps with switchable phantom power (48 V) on 12 mono and 4 stereo channels
  • Two high-impedance instrument inputs (channels 1 and 2)
  • 20 balanced line inputs (12 mono, 4 stereo)
  • One multi-purpose stereo channel for input from Bluetooth, RCA connectors or stereo mini-jack connector
  • Inserts on input channels 1 and 2
• Main stereo bus, sub stereo bus, two aux/monitor buses, effects bus
• 1-knob compressor for channels 1–12
• 3-band equalizer with sweepable mids for 12 mono channels, fixed mids on 4 stereo channels
• Switchable low-cut filter for 12 mono and 4 stereo channels
• 7-band graphic stereo equalizer – can be used for main stereo bus or aux/monitor bus
• Built-in Bluetooth receiver for wireless playback
• On-board effects processor
  • 16 preset effects types
  • Can be used on 12 mono and 4 stereo channel sends to sub bus and main stereo bus
  • Can be turned on/off by an optional footswitch (Tascam RC-1F)

• Large 100-mm faders for precise level adjustments
• XLR balanced outputs for main stereo bus
• TRS balanced outputs for sub, control room, aux 1 /2 and effects send
• Headphones output with level control (80 mW + 80 mW)

Recorder features

• Tascam multi-track recording engine
• Uses SD cards as recording media (up to 512 GB)
• Up to 24 tracks (22 input channels + stereo mix) can be recorded without the need for a computer
• Recording format: Linear PCM (WAV format, 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 Bit)
• Playback format: WAV
• Overdubbing, punch in/out recording (eight channels maximum)
• Multi-track playback for advanced live performance

Audio interface features

• USB 2.0 audio interface for use with Windows (ASIO) and Mac (Core Audio) computers
• Transfer to computer: 24 channels (all 22 inputs + stereo mix)
• Transfer from computer: 22 channels, assignable to each channel input
• Audio resolution 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bit

Specifications:

Recorder
Recording media	SD (512 MB – 2 GB) SDHC (4–32 GB) SDXC (64–512 GB) Class 10 or higher required
File system	FAT16 (SD), FAT32 (SDHC), exFAT (SDXC)
Recording file format	WAV
Playback format	WAV
Sampling frequency	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit depth	16 bit, 24 bit
Recordable channels	24 channels max. (22 channels + stereo mix)

Audio inputs and outputs
Microphone inputs (CH 1–12, 13/14–19/20)	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
Phantom Power	DC 48 V
LINE inputs (CH 1–20)	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 1–12) –20 dB to +30 dB (CH 13/14 to 19/20)
Input impedance	22 kΩ
INSERT (CH 1–2)	6.3-mm TRS phone jack (Tip: Send, Ring: Return, Sleeve: GND)
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 21–22)	RCA pin jack, unbalanced 3.5-mm stereo mini jack, unbalanced
Maximum input level	+8 dBV
Nominal input level	–10 dBV
Input impedance	10 kΩ
MAIN output	XLR-3-32, balanced (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3:COLD)
Maximum output level	+4 dBu
Nominal output level	+22 dBu
Output impedance	100 Ω
SUB OUT, MONITOR, FX OUT, CONTROL ROOM OUT	6.3-mm TRS, balanced (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Nominal output level	–2 dBu
Maximum output level	+16 dBu
Output impedance	100 Ω
PHONES OUT	6.3-mm stereo phone jack
Maximum output power	80 mW + 80 mW (at 32 Ω)

Other inputs and outputs
Footswitch connector	6.3-mm TS phone jack (Tascam genuine footswitch RC-1F recommended)
USB connector	USB B-type, 4-pin

Channel EQ
Low cut	100 Hz, –18 dB/Oct.
High (shelving)	12 kHz, ±15 dB
Mid (peaking)	variable 100 Hz to 8 kHz, ±15 dB (Mono) fixed 600 Hz, ±15 dB (Stereo) Q = 0.55
Low (shelving)	80 Hz, ±15 dB
Graphic EQ	7-Band
Frequencies	125/250/500/1k/2k/4k/8k (Hz)
Gain	±15 dB

Audio performance
Residual output noise	–100 dBu (MAIN OUT, MAIN fader at min.)
Equivalent input noise (EIN)	–128 dBu (Mono input channel at 150 Ω, GAIN at max.)
Total harmonic distortion (THD+N)	<0.01 % (GAIN at min., +10 dBu) <0.004 % (GAIN at min., +4 dBu) (MIC IN to MAIN OUT)
Frequency response	Analogue: 20 Hz to 30 kHz, +0.5/-1.0 dB Digital: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.0 dB
Channel crosstalk	–80 dB (1 kHz, PAN fully counter-clockwise / fully clockwise)
Maximum gain	74 dB (MIC to MAIN OUT) 50 dB (MIC to INSERT OUT) 74 dB (MIC to SUB OUT) 79 dB (MIC to CR OUT) 75 dB (MIC to MONITOR OUT) 75 dB (MIC to FX OUT) 24 dB (USB/SD to MAIN OUT) (EQ flat, PAN fully counter-clockwise / fully clockwise)

Computer system requirements
Windows
Compatible computers	Windows-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	Dual core, 2 GHz or faster
Memory	2 GB or more
Drivers	USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO 2.0, WDM (MME)
Screen resolution	1280 × 800 or more
Mac
Compatible computers	Apple Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	Dual core, 2 GHz or faster
Memory	2 GB or more
Driver	Core Audio
Screen resolution	1280 × 800 or more
USB audio specifications
Sampling rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit depth	16 bit, 24 bit
Maximum number of audio channels	24 inputs, 22 outputs
Bluetooth®	Version 4.0
Output class	Class 2 (approximate transmission distance: 10 m) * The transmission distance is approximate. The transmission distance could vary depending on the surrounding environment and electromagnetic disturbances.
Supported profile	A2DP, AVRCP 1.0
Supported A2DP codecs	SBC, AAC
A2DP content protection	SCMS-T

Power supply and other specifications
Power	AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption	52 W
Dimensions (W × D × H)	577 mm × 529 mm × 106 mm (overall)
Weight	10.4 kg
Permissible operating temperature range	5–35 °C
Included items	AC power cord, Owner’s manual incl. warranty