TASCAM US-16×08 USB Audio / MIDI Interface 16-input Audio Interface for Mac, Windows and iPad

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The TASCAM US-16×08 captures 16 mic and line inputs to your computer with clear sound quality and advanced features to manage big sessions. Eight Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps deliver the cleanest and quietest operation in their class while delivering up to 56dB of gain. An additional eight line inputs are provided, two of them switchable to instrument level for direct guitar or bass recording. Eight balanced line outputs are also available, two with a level control on the front panel for monitoring.

Built into the US-16×08 is a DSP Mixer for low-latency digital mixing. Each channel has four-band EQ and compression for polished-sounding monitor mixes. In addition to interface mode, the US-16×08 can be used stand alone as a standalone mic preamp. Mac and Windows drivers are provided, as well as USB Class Compliant 2.0 drivers for tablets like Apple’s iPad. MIDI input and output are also available on the rear panel.

Whether using the ergonomically-designed angled desktop stand or mounting with the included rack ears, the US-16×08 includes analog I/O for almost any music recording application.

Description

Features at a glance

  • Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with −125dBu EIN
  • Eight Ultra-HDDA mic pres with XLR connectors, eight TRS inputs
  • Standalone mode for use as an independent mic preamp
  • Up to 96kHz/24-bit recording
  • Support for Windows and Macintosh
  • USB 2.0 computer connection
  • Connect with iPads and other iOS devices via Class Compliant drivers
  • +48V phantom power available for all microphone inputs
  • High-impedance inputs available
  • 56 dB of preamp gain, ideal for dynamic or ribbon microphones
  • Tough metal casing for durability
  • Angled design provides excellent usability on a desktop
  • Eight TRS outputs
  • Standard TRS headphones output jack with 70mW/ch output power
  • Separate controls for line and headphones output volumes
  • MIDI input and output
  • Low-latency monitoring via on-board DSP mixer
  • DSP mixer with 4-band EQ and compression on each input channel
  • Digital Patch bay allows outputs to be assigned freely
  • Scenes can store DSP mixer settings (up to 10 scenes can be stored and named)
  • USB class compliant 2.0 support
  • Confirmed operation with major DAW software (SONAR, ProTools, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Garage Band, Logic Pro)
  • RoHS certified
  • Dedicated AC adapter included

Spec description

Sampling frequency 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz
Quantization bit rate 16/24bit
Analog audio inputs
MIC IN(IN 1-8)
Connector XLR-3-31(1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD), BALANCED
Input impedance 2.4k ohms
Nominal input level
GAIN:MAX -68dBu (0.0003Vrms)
GAIN:MIN -12dBu (0.195Vrms)
Maximum input level +8dBu (1.947Vrms)
Gain 56dB
INST IN (IN 9-10)
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") TS-jack(T:HOT, S:GND), UNBALANCED
(When set to "INST" at LINE/INST switch)
Input impedance 1M ohms or more
Nominal input level
GAIN:MAX -57dBV (0.0014Vrms)
GAIN:MIN -12dBV (0.251Vrms)
Maximum input level +8dBV (0.2512Vrms)
Gain 45dB
LINE IN (IN 9-10)
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") TRS-jack(T:HOT, R:COLD, S:GND), BALANCED
(When set to "LINE" at LINE/INST switch)
Input impedance 10k ohms
Nominal input level
GAIN:MAX -41dBu (0.0069Vrms)
GAIN:MIN +4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level +24dBu (12.182Vrms)
Gain 45dB
LINE IN (IN 11-16)
LEVEL switch : "-10dBV"
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") TS-jack(T:HOT, S:GND), UNBALANCED
Input impedance 10k ohms or more
Nominal input level -10dBV (0.3162Vrms)
Maximum input level +10dBV (3.162Vrms)
LEVEL switch : "+4dBu"
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") TRS-jack(T:HOT, R:COLD, S:GND), BALANCED
Input impedance 10k ohms
Nominal input level +4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level +24dBu (12.182Vrms)
Analog audio outputs
LINE OUT (LINE OUT 1-8)
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") TRS-jack(T:HOT, R:COLD, S:GND), BALANCED
Output impedance 100ohms
Nominal output level +4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum output level +24dBu (12.177Vrms)
PHONES
Connector 6.3mm(1/4") stereo phone jack
Maximum output level 70mW+70mW or more (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32ohms loaded)
Output impedance 51.5ohms
Working impedance 16ohms to 600ohms
MIDI IN / OUT
Connector Din 5-pin
Format Standard MIDI format
USB
Connector USB B type 4-pin
Format USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
Power Dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z, included)
Power consumption 12W
Dimensions 17.5" W ×2.32" H ×8.62" D inch
445mm W ×59mm H ×219mm D
Output impedance 51.5Ω
Working impedance 16Ω to 600Ω
Weight 2.8kg / 6.11lb
Operating temperature 5 to 35˚C
Accessories Rack mount adapter, USB cable, User's manual, warranty card, dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)

 

Audio performance

Frequency response
LINE OUT(BALANCED)
44.1k/48k Hz 20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.3dB(JEITA)
88.2k/96k Hz 20Hz to 40kHz, +/-0.3dB(JEITA)
THD 0.008% or less
S/N ratio 100dB or more
Crosstalk 100dB or more
EIN -125dBu or less

 

Brand

Tascam

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