16x8 USB Audio Interface

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US-16x08

Price:	$399.00

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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)
RoHS certified
Dedicated AC adapter included

Description

Overview

The Tascam US-16x08 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-16x08 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-16x08 can be used 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-16x08 includes analog I/O for almost any music recording application.

Ultra-HDDA Mic Preamps
Tascam's Ultra-HDDA mic preamps are the clean, quiet, and sound great, with a gain range of 56dB to make them ideal for any type of mic – dynamic, condenser, or ribbon. With preamp performance well beyond any interfaces in their price range, the Ultra-HDDA preamps on the US-16x08 make your tracks sound like a record.

Ergonomic as they are stylish
The angled design makes desktop viewing and operation much more comfortable than interfaces with controls on the front or the top of the device. The US-16x08 controls are at a natural angle, making operation easier.

Redesigned driver with enhanced stability
The US-16x08 includes an all-new driver architecture written in-house by Tascam engineers. The Windows driver software can be installed without connecting the interface, with simple on-screen instructions. Mac users can use the interface without installing a driver at all. Simply install the control panel software in order to change device settings.

Recording enabled with both iOS devices and multi-channel
Powered by an Analog Devices BlackFin DSP processor, the US-16x08 includes an advanced digital mixer for monitor mixing. Each input includes 4-band EQ, a low-cut filer, and compressor. The DSP mixer can store up to 10 snapshots as scenes - making it easy to recall mixer settings. An additional tab opens a digital patchbay to route signals to any output. The class-compliant driver allows it to be used with tablets like Apple's iPad. (Requires Apple's Camera Connection Kit for USB connection)

Specifications

<Sampling frequency>44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k Hz</Sampling frequency> <Quantization bit rate>16/24-bit</Quantization bit rate> <Analog audio inputs></Analog audio inputs> <MIC IN(IN 1-8)></MIC IN(IN 1-8)> <Connector>XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), BALANCED</Connector> <Input impedance>2.4kΩ</Input impedance> <Nominal input level></Nominal input level> <GAIN: MAX>–68dBu (0.0003Vrms)</GAIN: MAX> <GAIN: MIN>–12dBu (0.195Vrms)</GAIN: MIN> <Maximum input level>+8dBu (1.947Vrms)</Maximum input level> <Gain>56dB</Gain> <INST IN (IN 9-10)></INST IN (IN 9-10)> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND), UNBALANCED (when set to "INST" at LINE/INST switch)</Connector> <Input impedance>1MΩ or more</Input impedance> <Nominal input level></Nominal input level> <GAIN: MAX>–57dBV (0.0014Vrms)</GAIN: MAX> <GAIN: MIN>–12dBV (0.251Vrms)</GAIN: MIN> <Maximum input level>+8dBV (0.2512Vrms)</Maximum input level> <Gain>45dB</Gain> <LINE IN (IN 9-10)></LINE IN (IN 9-10)> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED (when set to "LINE" at LINE/INST switch)</Connector> <Input impedance>10kΩ</Input impedance> <Nominal input level></Nominal input level> <GAIN: MAX>–41dBu (0.0069Vrms)</GAIN: MAX> <GAIN: MIN>+4dBu (1.228Vrms)</GAIN: MIN> <Maximum input level>+24dBu (12.182Vrms)</Maximum input level> <Gain>45dB</Gain> <LINE IN (IN 11-16)></LINE IN (IN 11-16)> <LEVEL switch : "–10dBV"></LEVEL switch : "–10dBV"> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND), UNBALANCED</Connector> <Input impedance>10kΩ or more</Input impedance> <Nominal input level>–10dBV (0.3162Vrms)</Nominal input level> <Maximum input level>+10dBV (3.162Vrms)</Maximum input level> <LEVEL switch : "+4dBu"></LEVEL switch : "+4dBu"> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED</Connector> <Input impedance>10kΩ</Input impedance> <Nominal input level>+4dBu (1.228Vrms)</Nominal input level> <Maximum input level>+24dBu (12.182Vrms)</Maximum input level> <Analog audio outputs></Analog audio outputs> <LINE OUT (LINE OUT 1-8)></LINE OUT (LINE OUT 1-8)> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED</Connector> <Output impedance>100Ω</Output impedance> <Nominal output level>+4dBu (1.228Vrms)</Nominal output level> <Maximum output level>+24dBu (12.177Vrms)</Maximum output level> <PHONES></PHONES> <Connector>1/4" (6.3mm) stereo phone jack</Connector> <Maximum output level>70mW + 70mW or more (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded)</Maximum output level> <MIDI IN / OUT></MIDI IN / OUT> <Connector>DIN 5-pin</Connector> <Format>Standard MIDI format</Format> <USB></USB> <Connector>USB B type 4-pin</Connector> <Format>USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class</Format> <Power>Dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z, included)</Power> <Power consumption>12W</Power consumption> <Dimensions (W×H×D)>52" × 2.32" × 8.62" / 445 × 59 × 219 mm</Dimensions (W×H×D)> <Weight>6.11 lbs. / 2.8 kg</Weight> <Operating temperature>41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C</Operating temperature> <Accessories>Rack mount adapter, USB cable, User's manual, warranty card, dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)</Accessories> <Audio performance></Audio performance> <Frequency response></Frequency response> <LINE OUT(BALANCED)></LINE OUT(BALANCED)> <44.1k/48k Hz>20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.3dB(JEITA)</44.1k/48k Hz> <88.2k/96k Hz>20Hz to 40kHz, ±0.3dB(JEITA)</88.2k/96k Hz> <THD>0.008% or less</THD> <S/N ratio>100dB or more</S/N ratio> <Crosstalk>100dB or more</Crosstalk> <EIN>–125dBu or less</EIN> <Computer system requirements></Computer system requirements> <Windows></Windows> <Compatible OS>Windows 10 (May 2019 Update), Windows 8.1 , Windows 8 , Windows 7</Compatible OS> <CPU type/speed>Dual core / 2GHz or faster</CPU type/speed> <Memory>2GB or more</Memory> <DRIVER>ASIO2.0, WDM(MME)</DRIVER> <Macintosh></Macintosh> <Compatible OS>macOS Mojave , macOS High Sierra (10.13) , macOS Sierra‎ (10.12) , OS X El Capitan (10.11) , OS X Yosemite (10.10) , OS X Mavericks (10.9) , OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)</Compatible OS> <CPU type/speed>Dual core / 2GHz or faster</CPU type/speed> <Memory>2GB or more</Memory> <DRIVER>Core Audio, Core MIDI</DRIVER> <iOS></iOS> <Compatible OS>iOS 12 , iOS 11 , iOS 8 , iOS 7</Compatible OS>

In the Box

16x8 USB Audio Interface
Rack Mount Adapter
AC Adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)
USB Cable
User's Manual
Warranty Card

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