Model 16
16-Track Live Recorder & Mixing Console With Audio Interface
TASCAM's Model 16 all-in-one mixer brings the flagship Model 24's powerful recording and mixing features and functionality to a new level of compactness and affordability, creating a full-featured small format mixer that combines the warmth of analog with a digital workflow. The Model 16 is the perfect mixing solution for small format live performance, recording and production environments, featuring a multi-track recorder, USB audio interface, effects, comprehensive mixing and routing capabilities, and Bluetooth wireless.
With the Model 16, your perfect mix has met its match.
- 16-track multi-track recorder (WAV, up to 48kHz/24-bit) to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards (Class 10 or higher required)
- Punch in/out capability (up to 8 tracks simultaneously)
- Built-in USB Audio Interface to send/receive (16-in/14-out) audio data to/from DAW
- 14 inputs (10 Monaural XLR/TRS balanced and 2 Stereo-paired TRS balanced)
- 10 mic Pre-amps utilizing TASCAM Ultra HDDA Mic Pre-amp technology (CH 1 thru 8)
- Pre-amp Gain Controller with Signal/Over-load Indicator (CH 1 thru 12)
- Input Mode switch (LIVE/USB/MTR) per input channel
- 1-knob compressor (CH 1 thru 8)
- Dimensions: 430(W) x 112.9(H) x 463(D) mm
- Weight: 7.0 kg
- Model 16 × 1
- Power cord × 1
- Owner's Manual (including warranty) × 1
14 Inputs for Complete Flexibility
14 easy-to-access top-panel inputs provide flexible options for microphones or instrument connections, including 10 Mic/14 Line/2 Inst to allow easy access for connecting microphones, instruments or other audio sources for live recording or mixing. A Bluetooth 5.0 enabled Stereo Input Source Channel also provides stereo RCA and 1/8" Stereo (selectable) jacks for streaming audio device level control.
Pristine Audio Quality
Mic Inputs 1 through 8 deliver pristine audio quality, featuring TASCAM's Ultra HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) technology for pure, transparent natural tone with ultra-low noise.
Professional Channel Strip Control Features
A tactile Gain knob tops each channel for precise tweaking of input levels. A push-button Lo-Cut filter and three-position Input Selector (Live/PC/MTR) facilitate quick and precise control of input source signals. A 1-knob inline Compressor is available on inputs 1-8 as is a mid-range sweepable 3-band EQ.
Maximum Audio Routing Possibilities and Monitoring
3 Aux bus (MON1, MON2[pre/post], FX) and PFL Listen round out the Model 16's pro-level signal path routing options. A Sub bus provides an additional stereo lineout source to the master SEND section.
3 AUX Outs let you route the audio signal for stage monitoring, or to external gear such as outboard effects, signal processors or headphone mixes. And the Footswitch control jack provides additional monitoring and control features.
Additional Features
Powerful Internal 16-Track Multi-track Digital Recorder
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High-Quality Internal Audio Interface
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Versatile Input Capability
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16 Editable Multi-Effects
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4-Band Master EQ
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Features at a Glance
- 16-track multi-track recorder (WAV, up to 48kHz/24-bit) to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards (Class 10 or higher required)
- Punch in/out capability (up to 8 tracks simultaneously)
- Built-in USB Audio Interface to send/receive (16-in/14-out) audio data to/from DAW
- 14 inputs (10 Monaural XLR/TRS balanced and 2 Stereo-paired TRS balanced)
- 10 mic Pre-amps utilizing TASCAM Ultra HDDA Mic Pre-amp technology (CH 1 thru 8)
- Pre-amp Gain Controller with Signal/Over-load Indicator (CH 1 thru 12)
- Input Mode switch (LIVE/USB/MTR) per input channel
- 1-knob compressor (CH 1 thru 8)
- 3-band EQ with a sweep-able mid-range frequency (CH 1 thru 8)
- 100Hz Low-cut Filter (CH 1 thru 12)
- Bluetooth® 5.0 input supporting both AAC and SBC codecs
- Hi/Lo shelf, wide and narrow-Q semi-parametric EQs (for Main and SUB outputs)
- 16 TASCAM Effects like reverb, delay, chorus and flange
- MAIN Output via XLR balanced and SUB Output via TRS balanced connectors
- 1 Stereo Output for Control Room
- REMOTE connector for a Foot Switch (TASCAM RC-1F)
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Spec Description
| Recording section | |
| Supported Media | SD (512MB to 2GB), SDHC (4GB to 32GB), SDXC (64GB to 512GB), Class 10 or higher required. |
| File System | SD card: FAT16, SDHC card: FAT32, SDXC card: exFAT |
| Recording File Format | WAV(BWF) |
| Playback Format | WAV, BWF |
| Sampling Frequency | 44.1k / 48k Hz |
| Bit Depth | 16 / 24 bit |
| Maximum Recordable ChannelNumber | 16ch (14ch + 2 stereo mix) |
| Audio Inputs | |
| MIC IN | CH1 to 8, 9/10, 11/12 |
| Connector | XLR 3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | +10dBu |
| Nominal Input Level | -8dBu |
| Minimum Input Level | -58dBu |
| Gain Adjustable Range | 0 to 50dB |
| Input Impedance | 1.8k ohm |
| Phantom Power supply | +48V |
| LINE IN | CH1 to 8, 9/10, 11/12 |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | +22dBu |
| Nominal Input Level | +4dBu |
| Gain Adjustable Range | -10 to +40 dB: CH 1 to 8, +20 to +30 dB: CH 9/10 and 11/12 |
| Input Impedance | 22k ohm |
| INST IN | CH 1 and 2 |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: GND, S: GND, Unbalanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | +22dBu |
| Nominal Input Level | +4dBu |
| Gain Adjustable Range | -10 to +40 dB |
| Input Impedance | 1M ohm |
| INSERT | CH 1 and 2 |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: Send, R: Return, S: GND) |
| Return (Ring) | |
| Maximum Input Level | +18dBu |
| Nominal Input Level | 0dBu |
| Input Impedance | 10k ohm |
| Send (Tip) | |
| Maximum Output Level | +18dBu |
| Nominal Output Level | 0dBu |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohm |
| RCA INPUT | |
| Connector | RCA Pin jack (Unbalanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | +8dBV |
| Nominal Input Level | -10dBV |
| Input Impedance | 10k ohm |
| STEREO INPUT | |
| Connector | 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Mini jack (Unbalanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | +8dBV |
| Nominal Input Level | -10dBV |
| Input Impedance | 10k ohm |
| Outputs | |
| MAIN OUTPUT | |
| Connector | XLR 3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD, Balanced) |
| Maximum Output Level | +22dBu |
| Nominal Output Level | +4dBu |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohm |
| SUB OUT, MONITOR, FX OUT, CONTROL ROOM OUT | |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND, Balanced) |
| Maximum Output Level | +16dBu |
| Nominal Output Level | -2dBu |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohm |
| PHONES OUT | |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo Phone jack |
| Output Level | 80mW + 80mW (32 ohm loaded) |
| Working impedance | 16 to 600 ohm |
| REMOTE | Compatible with TASCAM RC-1F Foot Switch |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TS Phone jack |
| USB | |
| Connector | USB B type 4-pin |
| Transfer Format | USB2.0 High-Speed |
| Format | Mass-storage class/USB Audio Class 2.0 (USB class-compliant) |
| USB Audio | |
| Sampling Rate | 44.1k / 48k Hz |
| Bit Depth | 16 / 24 bit |
| Maximum INPUT | 16ch |
| Maximum OUTPUT | 16ch |
| Bluetooth® | |
| Version | 5.0 |
| Output Class | Class 2 (Transmission range: approx. 33 ft. / 10 m) * Transmission range may vary, depending on surroundings. |
| Supported Profile | A2DP, AVRCP 1.0 |
| Supported A2DP Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| A2DP Content Protection | SCMS-T |
| Channel EQ | |
| Low-Cut | 100Hz, -18dB / Octave |
| Hi-Shelving | +15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 10kHz |
| Mid | Peaking (MONO): +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable (STEREO): +15dB / -15dB, Center frequency = 600Hz MID Band Q Fix, 0.55 |
| Low-Shelving | +15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 80Hz |
| Master section EQ | |
| Hi-Shelving | +15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 10kHz |
| MID-WIDE | Peaking +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable, Q: 0.5 FIX |
| MID-NARROW | Peaking +15dB / -15dB, 100Hz to 8kHz Variable, Q: 5 FIX |
| Low-Shelving | +15dB / -15dB, Cut off frequency = 60Hz |
| Internal Effects | |
| Type | 1 SMALL HALL / 2 LARGE HALL / 3 SMALL ROOM / 4 LARGE ROOM / 5PLATE / 6 STUDIO / 7 LIVE / 8 SHORT DELAY/ 9 DELAY / 10 PINGPONG / 11 CHORUS / 12 FLANGER / 13 DELAY + S.HALL / 14 DELAY+ L.HALL / 15 CHORUS + S.HALL / 16 CHORUS + L.HALL |
| Power | AC 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 40 W |
| Dimensions | 430(W) × 112.9(H) × 463(D) mm 16.9(W) × 4.45(H) × 18.2(D) inch (including knob height and protrusion) |
| Weight | 7.0 kg / 15.44 lb |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 ˚C / 41 to 95 ˚F |
| Include Items | AC Cord, Owner's manual (incl. Warranty card), TASCAM ID registration guide |
NOTE: 0dBV = 1Vrms, 0dBu = 0.775Vrms
Audio Performance
| Residual Output Noise | -100dBu (MAIN OUT, MAIN fader: MIN) |
| Equivalent Input Noise | -127dBu (Mono Input Channel, Rs: 150Ω, GAIN knob: Max) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.01% or less (MIC IN to MAIN OUT, Max input level, +10dBu, 1kHz, GAIN min.) 0.004% or less (MIC IN to MAIN OUT, nominal input level, +4dBu, 1kHz, GAIN min.) |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 30kHz (+0.5/-1.0dB: Analog) 20Hz to 20kHz (+0.5/-1.0dB: Digital) |
| Crosstalk | -80dB, channels / input and output (1kHz, PAN fully counter clockwise / fully clockwise) |
| Maximum Gain | 74dB (MIC->MAIN OUT) 50dB (MIC->INSERT OUT) 74dB (MIC->SUB OUT) 79dB (MIC-CR OUT) 75dB (MIC->MONITOR OUT) 75dB (MIC->FX OUT) 24dB (USB/SD -> MAIN OUT) (EQ flatten, PAN fully counter clockwise / fully clockwise) |
NOTE: 0dBu = 0.775Vrms
Supported PC
Windows
| Compatible Computers | Windows-compatible computer with a USB2.0 port |
| CPU | Dual core / 2GHz or faster |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
| Driver | USB Audio Class 2.0,  ASIO2.0, WDM (MME) |
| Screen Resolution | 1280 × 800 Dots or more |
Mac
| Compatible Computers | Apple Mac computer with a USB2.0 port |
| CPU | Dual core / 2GHz or faster |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
| Driver | Core Audio |
| Screen Resolution | 1280 × 800 Dots or more |
* Verified with Intel and Apple Silicon (M1 and M2) hardware
Information
| Latest version info | |
| Firmware | V1.33 |
| TASCAM Model Mixer settings panel (Windows) | V1.20 |
| TASCAM Model Mixer settings panel (macOS) | V1.20 |
- When unit settings were initialized, if USB AUDIO was set to STEREO MIX, that setting was retained. This has been fixed.
- Operation stability has been improved.
- Commonalize of Model series (Model24, Model16, Model12) software.
Notices About Products
Documents
Firmware / Software
Compatibility
Compatible OS
Only notarized applications can now be installed on Mac OS Catalina.
Please download again the application installer from the download tab on the respective product page and try installing it again.
Your device's playback application/software, and playback file frequencies (sampling frequency) may not be matching. Set the frequencies of the playback file and each configuration to be the same, or unify the frequencies of the playback file.
The Model 12 is the only unit that has the DAW Control function. This is because the unit is built around a DIGITAL mixer. The earlier Model 24 and Model 16 are built around ANALOG mixers so they cannot have this function.