Studio Bridge

24-Track Recorder and USB Audio Interface with MIDI

- Recording and Mixing with Analog Gear Made Easy -

The Model Series Studio Bridge is quite literally the bridge between analog mixers and digital recording devices whether you use a DAW or prefer a DAWless setup. Preserve the lush analog tone from your mixing console while tracking and mixing to your DAW of choice or to the Studio Bridge's on-board multitrack recorder. Tracks recorded to the on-board recorder or your DAW can be returned to your analog console for mix summing, turning digital recordings into warm analog productions. Whether tracking at a personal recording studio or a live environment, the Studio Bridge handles all your needs with ease.

Key Features

24-track multitrack recorder using SDXC SD card (punch-in/out supported)
24-IN/24-OUT USB audio interface
24 DB25 analog line level input and output
DAW transport control and REC READY control via HUI/MCU
Dedicated Settings Panel application with Meter Bridge
MIDI in/out allows USB MIDI interface and MIDI sync, 1/4" audio click output with tempo control

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Dimensions: 446.5 x 114.6 x 269.5 mm　 (W x H x D, including protrusions)
Weight: 4.5 kg

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What's in the box

Studio Bridge × 1
Power cord × 1
Safety guide (including warranty) × 1
TASCAM ID registration guide × 1

24-Channel Modular Multitrack Recorder DAWLess solution

Your analog mixer can connect to the Studio Bridge as a modular recorder with 24 channels. Easily record and mix 24 tracks with the Studio Bridge - no computer required. You can even sum your mixes to the onboard recorder and export stereo mix .wav files for release-ready productions.

24-IN/24-OUT Audio/MIDI Interface for DAWs

TASCAM knows you want true analog flavor on your DAW recordings, and we’re here to help. Your analog mixer can easily connect to your DAW using the Studio Bridge as a 24-IN/24-OUT audio interface. You can record directly into any DAW and even create a summed mix using your console and outboard gear with audio returns.

DAW Transport Controller and Dedicated Meter Bridge Software

Studio Bridge also works as a DAW transport controller. Rec/Play/Stop and Rec Ready buttons link directly to your DAW for ease of use. The control software includes a digital meter bridge which is available for PC /Mac to monitor audio levels on each channel, including the stereo master bus.

* DAW control operation has been confirmed with the following DAW software:
・Avid Pro Tools
・Apple Logic Pro
・MOTU Digital Performer
・Steinberg Cubase
・Ableton Live
・Cakewalk by BandLab
・PreSonus Studio One
・Cockos REAPER
・Steinberg Cubasis 3.3

MIDI Synchronization for Your Sequencers

With MIDI In/Out ports, your favorite drum machines, sequencers, synths, and controllers can easily be integrated into any production.

Unlock your creativity with your go-to analog hardware and the Studio Bridge.

MIDI Synchronization for Your Sequencers

Live Recording Applications

In live environments the Studio Bridge becomes your mobile recording studio when connected to your mixing console. Just one piece of gear - no complex system, no computer required.

Additional Features

Application: Working with DAW-less System

Application: Working with Mic-Preamps and DAW system

Features at a Glance

Key Features

On-board 24-track multitrack recorder using SDXC SD card (punch-in/out supported)
24-IN/24-OUT USB audio interface
24 DB25 analog line level input and output
DAW transport control and REC READY control via HUI/MCU
Dedicated Settings Panel application with Meter Bridge MIDI IN/OUT allows USB MIDI interface and MIDI sync, 1/4" audio click output with tempo control

Additional Features

Headphone and Local Monitor Output
Dual Footswitch control
44.1k/48kHz 16/24bit WAV(BWF) format
Recording media SD card up to 512GB
MTC output and MIDI clock with Song Position Pointer
Built in Metronome and Click Out
19-inch Rack-mountable with optional AK-RMSTBG

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[Updated] Information regarding iOS 18/iPadOS 18 compatibility

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Spec Description

Recorder specifications
Supported media	SD (512 MB to 2 GB), SDHC (4 GB to 32 GB), SDXC (64 GB to 512 GB) *(Class 10 or higher)
Recording format	WAV (BWF)
Playback format	WAV (BWF)
Sampling rate	44.1/48 kHz
Quantization bit depth	16-bit / 24-bit
Maximum number of recording tracks	24
Maximum number of input and output channels	Inputs: 24 / Outputs: 24
Analog audio input/output ratings
Line input connectors (1–8, 9–16, 17–24)	Pin assignments (same for 1–8, 9–16 and 17–24) TASCAM DB-25 Pinout Standard (AES59-2012 compliant)
Connector	25-pin balanced D-sub
Fixed screws	No. 4-40 UNC (inch type)
Maximum input level	+24 dBu
Nominal input level	+4 dBu
Input impedance	10 kΩ or more
Line output connectors (1–8, 9–16, 17–24)	Pin assignments (same for 1–8, 9–16 and 17–24) TASCAM DB-25 Pinout Standard (AES59-2012 compliant)
Connector	25-pin balanced D-sub
Fixed screws	No. 4-40 UNC (inch type)
Maximum output level	+24 dBu
Nominal output level	+4 dBu
Output impedance	200 Ω
PHONES/LOCAL MONITOR jack
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") standard stereo jack
Maximum output	80 mW + 80 mW (into 32Ω load)
Working impedance	16 to 600 Ω
Control input/output ratings
USB
Connector	USB Type-B
Transfer format	USB 2.0 High-Speed
Device classes	Mass storage, USB audio class 2.0 (USB class compliant)
USB audio
Sampling rate	44.1 kHz / 48 kHz
Quantization bit depth	24-bit
Number of inputs	24 channels (Output from this unit)
Number of outputs	24 channels (Input to this unit)
CLICK OUT jack
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
FOOTSWITCH jack
Connector	6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jack (Tip: FOOTSW1, Ring: FOOTSW2, Sleeve: GND, supports momentary (unlatch) types)
MIDI OUT connector
Connector	5-pin DIN
Format	MIDI 1.0
MIDI IN connector
Connector	5-pin DIN
Format	MIDI 1.0
Power	AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption	20W
Dimensions
With side panels	446.5 × 114.6 × 269.5 mm (W × H × D, including protrusions)
Without side panels	414.6 × 114.6 × 269.5 mm (W × H × D, including protrusions)
Weight	4.5kg
Operating temperature range	0–40°C (32–104°F)
Operating humidity range	5–85% (without condensation)
Included
	Studio Bridge × 1
	Power cord (for Japan/USA, 3-pronged with protective grounding) × 1
	Power cord (for other, 3-pronged with protective grounding) × 1
	3-prong to 2-prong adapter (for Japan) × 1
	Safety Guide (with warranty) × 1
	TASCAM ID registration guide × 1

Note: 0dBV = 1Vrms, 0dBu = 0.775Vrms

Audio performance

(Line in ➝ line out for both 44.1kHz and 48kHz sampling rates)

Frequency response	20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.3/−0.7 dB, 1 kHz)
Dynamic range	100 dB or more (22kHz LPF + A-weight)
Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N)	0.003% or less (1 kHz, at maximum input level)
Crosstalk	−100 dB or less (1kHz BPF)

Recording times

Recording format	Recording time (hours: minutes) for 32GB card
16-bit/44.1kHz WAV, 24 tracks	4:10
16-bit/48kHz WAV, 24 tracks	3:50
24-bit/44.1kHz WAV, 24 tracks	2:47
24-bit/48kHz WAV, 24 tracks	2:33

The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD card in use.

Notices About Products

12/18/2024 [Update] Information regarding Windows 11 Version 24H2 compatibility

12/03/2024 [Updated] Information regarding iOS 18/iPadOS 18 compatibility

11/26/2024 [Updated] Information about macOS Sequoia Update

10/22/2024 TASCAM Introduces the Studio Bridge Multitrack Recorder / USB Audio Interface

Documents

Manuals

	Owner’s Manual	10-22-2024	-
	DAW Control Mode Manual	10-22-2024

Spec

	Specifications	10-22-2024
	CAD outline (PDF)	10-22-2024
	CAD outline (DXF/PDF)	10-22-2024

Firmware / Software

Software

	Model Mixer Settings Panel for Mac	10-22-2024
	Model Mixer Settings Panel for Win	10-22-2024

Compatibility

	List of controls that can be used with the following DAW's	12-12-2024
	SD Supported Media	10-22-2024

Compatible OS

Windows

Windows 11 2024 Update (Version 24H2) ,Windows 10 64-bit 2022 Update (Version 22H2),Windows 11 2023 Update (Version 23H2) ,

Mac

macOS Sequoia (15),macOS Sonoma (14),macOS Ventura (13),

iOS

iOS 18,iOS 17,iOS 16,

iPadOS

iPadOS 17,iPadOS 18,iPadOS 16,

Studio Bridge

24-Track Recorder and USB Audio Interface with MIDI

24-Channel Modular Multitrack Recorder DAWLess solution

24-IN/24-OUT Audio/MIDI Interface for DAWs

DAW Transport Controller and Dedicated Meter Bridge Software

MIDI Synchronization for Your Sequencers

Live Recording Applications

Additional Features

Inputs / Outputs

Local Monitoring

Solo function

Click out

Application: Working with DAW System

Application: Working with DAW-less System

Application: Multitrack Live Recording

Application: Working with Mic-Preamps and DAW system

Features at a Glance

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[Update] Information regarding Windows 11 Version 24H2 compatibility

[Updated] Information regarding iOS 18/iPadOS 18 compatibility

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