Equipped with High-Quality HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) Microphone Preamplifiers

TASCAM spent months testing parts and circuitry to develop what are the now the highly-regarded HDDA mic-preamps.
The 4 XLR inputs are balanced microphone pre-amplifier circuits comprised of carefully selected components optimizing sound quality. The US-1200 is an optimally designed tool to clearly translate expressive performances to a DAW.

6 Analog inputs for Multi-Channel Recording

The US-1200 is loaded with 4 XLR connectors supplying +48V phantom power and 2 TRS balanced inputs. The balanced low-noise connections are ideal for line connection equipment e.g. keyboards, drums, etc. In addition, INPUTs 5 & 6 also support high-impedance connection for instrument (guitar/bass) recording. The wealth of inputs makes the unit ideal for band recording.

Low-Latency Monitoring for Stress-Free Recording

Utilize the DSP Mixer for Low-latency monitoring. Control the monitor balance easily with the MON MIX knob.

Supports Hi-Res Recording Up To 24 bit/96 kHz

With increasing HDD capacity and ever-faster PCs, high-resolution formats are being used more frequently. Record at 24Bit / 96kHz resolution and guarantee your music reaches it's highest potential.

The DSP Mixer Has Two Operational Modes Designed for Music Creation and Podcasting

The built-in DSP mixer can be used for various purposes simply by switching modes.

Multi-track Mode

Multi-track mode facilitates music production. The input sound and monitor mix can be adjusted separately, fine-tuning the balance between recording and playback volumes optimally. Monaural monitoring is also a possibility within the mixer operation.

Stereo-mix Mode

Stereo-mix mode is convenient for internet streaming, live broadcasts or video editing.
It is possible to deliver not only input sound but also sound from the PC back to the PC by mixing it inside the US-1200. Applications such as adding announcements while playing background music with the PC and then sending the accumulated track back to the PC.

On-board DSP effects to improve higher level recording and sound input

The DSP effects consist of reverb, a compressor and EQ to aid in monitoring your sound.
(The effects cannot be used when recording at 88.2/96 kHz resolutions.)

Insert Effects

The input effects can be selected from compressor or 3-band EQ. Input effects can use various recording. For example, while recording vocals you can boost your high-frequency range with the 3-band EQ. Also, the compressor effect is very convenient at recording especially for bass guitar, vocal and drums.

Send Effect

Reverb is available for your send effects.
When recording, dry vocals can sound impassionate but by applying light reverb, sing gracefully and in the end, achieve a better result.

Features at a glance

• High-quality HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic pre-amps
• Four XLR inputs with +48V phantom power and two TRS ¼" balanced inputs
• INPUT 5/6 supports direct Hi-Z instrument inputs
• INPUT 5/6 supports +4 dBu line level
• 6-IN/2-OUT with audio stream support - USB 2.0 24-bit/96 kHz resolution
• Low-latency monitoring via the DSP mixer
• On-board DSP mixer with 2 operational modes
• On-board digital effects(DSP effects)(DSP effects can use on 44.1/48kHz operating)
• Two TRS analog balanced outputs
• 50mW + 50mW headphone output
• RoHS certified
• EIA 1U rack mount size

[NOTES]

• The driver is not included in the form of a CD-ROM to keep up with the constant software upgrades.
• Please download the latest driver from the website.

US-1200 SPECIFICATIONS

Supported sampling frequency	44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Supported bit rate	16bit, 24bit
Analog audio Inputs
MIC IN 1-4
Connector	XLR-3-31 (1:GND, 2:HOT, 3:COLD), BALANCED
Input impedance	2.2kohms
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MAX)	-68dBu (0.0003Vrms)
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MIN)	-22dBu (0.0616Vrms)
Maximum input level	-6dBu (0.3884Vrms)
Headroom	16dB
GUITAR IN 5-6	when GUITAR/LINE IN switch set to GUITAR
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") TS-jack (T:HOT, S:GND), UNBALANCED
Input impedance	800kohms
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MAX)	-51dBV (0.0028Vrms)
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MIN)	-6dBV (1.995Vrms)
Maximum input level	+10dBV (3.162Vrms)
Headroom	16dB
LINE IN 5-6	when GUITAR/LINE IN switch set to LINE IN
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") TRS-jack (T:HOT, R:COLD, S:GND), BALANCED
Input impedance	10kohms
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MAX)	-41dBu (0.0069Vrms)
Rated input level (GAIN knob:MIN)	+4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level	+20dBu (7.75Vrms)
Headroom	16dB
Analog audio outputs
MONITOR OUTUT L/R
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") TRS-jack (T:HOT, R:COLD, S:GND), BALANCED
Output impedance	100ohms
Nominal output level	+4dBu (1.273Vrms)
Maximum output level	+24dBu (12.283Vrms)
PHONES
Connector	6.3mm (1/4") stereo phone jack
Maximum output level	50mW + 50mW or higher (THD+N 1% or less, into 32ohms load)
USB
Connector	USB B type 4-pin
Format	USB2.0 High Speed (480Mbps)
Power	Dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)
Power consumption	5.5W
Dimensions	482.6 (W) × 45 (H) × 300.4 (D) mm 19 (W) × 1.8 (H) × 11.8 (D) lb
Weight	2.9kg
Operating temperature	5-35˚C
Bundle software	SONAR X3 LE (for Windows only), Ableton Live Lite

 

Audio performance
Frequency response
MIC IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	20Hz to 20kHz, +/-1dB (44.1k/48kHz, JEITA) 20Hz to 40kHz, +/-2dB (88.2k/96kHz, JEITA)
LINE IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	20Hz to 20kHz, +/-1dB (44.1k/48kHz, JEITA) 20Hz to 40kHz, +/-2dB (88.2k/96kHz, JEITA)
THD
MIC IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	0.01% or less (1kHz sine wave, at maximum input, JEITA)
LINE IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	0.01% or less (1kHz sine wave, at maximum input, JEITA)
S/N ratio
MIC IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	95dB or higher (gain knob at MIN, JEITA)
LINE IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	95dB or higher gain knob at MIN, JEITA)
Crosstalk
MIC IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	90dB or more (1kHz)
LINE IN to OUTPUT (BALANCED)	90dB or more (1kHz)

 

Operating system requirements
Windows
OS	Windows XP:32-bit SP3 or later Windows 7:32-bit, 64-bit Windows 8:32-bit, 64-bit Windows 8.1:32-bit, 64-bit
Compatible computers	Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	2 GHz or faster dual core processor (x86)
Memory	2GB or more
DRIVER	ASIO2.0, WDM(MME)
Macintosh
OS	Mac OS X Snow Leopard(10.6) OS X Lion(10.7) OS X Mountain Lion(10.8) OS X Mavericks(10.9)
Compatible computers	Apple Macintosh computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	2 GHz or faster dual core processor
Memory	2GB or more
DRIVER	Core Audio