Tascam Sonicview 16 Digital Mixing Console

Full Description

A new era of digital mixing

For ultimate versatility in all settings, the Tascam Sonicware 16 is a studio mixer and a live mixer all in one. This 16-channel digital mixer is an innovative and comprehensive workstation that is compact enough to be used in small spaces but extensive enough for professionals to be able to utilise it for all studio and live applications. Tascam have equipped the Sonicware 16 with such an in-depth array of features and functions, arranged and operated in a user-friendly manner, allowing for efficient workflows and dynamic usage ability.

Based on a powerful mix engine and ultra-low latency processing, the Sonicware 16 provides industry leading sound quality. Offering 16 analog inputs, the Sonicview 16's internal architecture consists of 40 mono channels and two stereo channels to mix with, as well as 22 individual mix busses and a master stereo bus.

Consolidated controls

An intuitive and user-friendly control panel consists of two sets of eight channels, and an extensive range of useful dynamic physical controls and interactive visual displays. Each eight-channel set has its own dedicated seven-inch touchscreen featuring Tascam Visual Interactive Ergonomic Workflow (VIEW). VIEW is a system that allows you to effortlessly conduct tasks on the touchscreens, as well as view channel parameters with three different channel modes.

All three channel modes for the touch screens let you shape your sounds on the fly. Channel strip view presents all eight adjacent channels as virtual channel strips, like the layout of an analog mixer. Module view displays any two parameters for a single channel over both touchscreens, so you can intricately tailor that channel to perfection. Individual view provides a custom combination display of parameters from any single channel or set of channels over the two screens.

Below the Touchscreens are rotary encoders, as well as select, solo and mute buttons for each channel. Each Individual channel has a 10cm motorised fader including the stereo master bus. These faders can be automated with seven custom fader layers. In between the faders and the channel buttons a colour coded LCD display that shows channel name, gain reduction meter and input level of each channel, this functions as a high-tech electronic scribble strip.

Unrivalled audio quality

A powerful 54-bit field programmable gate array (FGPA) mixing engine at the core of the Sonicware mixer, provides an optimal balance between exceptional audio performance and efficient power consumption, while requiring less capacity than 64-bit processing. Unlike CPU or DSP, FGPA only programs necessary processing operations, and thanks to its high efficiency the FGPA mixing engine can handle larger processing loads while using less circuit space.

With a 42-bit dynamic range, you can expect pristine audio from the quietest to the loudest sounds that you are mixing with, even when using separate channels for signals of different volume. Throughout the entire signal chain, the Sonicview mixer processes audio at 96kHz quality, and it also generates high quality 32-bit/96kHz analog to digital (AD) and 16-bit/96kHz digital to analog (DA) conversion.

Effects processing on the Sonicview employs a powerful 64-bit ARM CPU system chip with a 96kHz sample rate. This provides superior sounding effects, including stereo and plate reverb.

Dynamic connectivity

Offering a vast array of inputs for recording and mixing, the Tascam Sonicware 16's analog inputs consist of 16 channels with XLR mic/line inputs and eight channels with both XLR and 6.3mm TRS inputs, giving you maximum channel routing options and removing the need to buy adapters. It also features two stereo left and right RCA inputs and an XLR talkback input. With the USB connector on the back, you can connect to your computer and utilise the built in audio interface for interaction with Digital audio workstations, VSTs and other recording software.

On the back of the mixer are 16 male XLR outputs including a left and right master stereo and XLR monitoring outputs with flexible routing, as well as two Dante connectors with power over ethernet (PoE) capability. Also on the back of the mixer are word clock, footswitch, Ethernet and GPIO connections that broaden the spectrum of audio equipment that can cooperate with the Sonicview.

Integrated audio interface and stereo recording ability

In addition to the extensive range of analog inputs that the Sonicware has, it also features a USB audio interface that equips you with 32 in-and-out digital channels that can be utilised to record audio to your computer software, play digital files and add effects and plugins to your tracks with up to 96kHz audio quality. You can also record onto an onboard stereo SD recorder or via USB-C port that you can plug flash drives, hard drives, or mobile devices into to record with.

Proprietary Tascam Class 1 HDIA microphone preamps with excellent frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, distortion ratio, and equivalent input noise, pick up every nuance and detail of your recording. Combined with 32-bit/96kHz AD converters and the powerful 54-bit FGPA mixing engine, you can be sure that the Sonicview 16 will provide a true and clean pickup and recording signal from your analog sources.

Dante

Dante is a specialised digital audio delivery system combining hardware, software, and network protocols, to route high quality audio with extremely low latency, and provide the user the ability to control parameters over an extensively connected audio network. This is perfect recording studios, concert halls, clubs, places of worship or any establishment with a demanding audio routing requirement. Dante can also act as a power source for devices such as control panels and smaller processors.

Not only is the Tascam Sonicview equipped with Dante connectivity, but it acts as a Dante domain hub, with a built in 64 in-and-out Dante interface, that supports AES67 mode, SMPTE2110 mode and Dante domain manager. Two Dante ports, enables Dante redundancy. This allows two physically independent Dante networks to run parallel to each other, providing a failsafe backup network in case of cable or hardware malfunction.

Combined with the recording facilities of the Sonicview, its vast Dante capability allows you mix and record live concerts, panel discussions, lectures, and other large events from any location within the network, including a remote studio space.

Expansion capability

Alongside its vast range of functions and features, the Sonicview can be equipped with two additional expansion cards and can coordinate with additional Tascam hardware. Pairing the Sonicview with the Tascam SB-16D gives you 16 extra Dante enabled XLR inputs and outputs. Compatible expansion cards include MADI interface cards, an IF-MTR32 32-track recording expansion card, a 16- channel AUES/EBU card, as well as additional Dante and analog GPIO connection cards.You can also attach a shelf to accommodate a tablet or computer and you can shield your mixer from dust with a tailor-made cover.

The Tascam Sonicview 16 is one of the most extensive digital mixers on the market and provides an unbelievable amount of audio . If you want a clean and easy workflow, dynamic and user-friendly controls, outstanding visual information, and ultimate digital, analog, and network connection then this is the mixer for you.

Features

• Professional grade Tascam studio and live mixer with extensive audio routing and processing
• 16 analog input channels assigned to motorised faders that feature seven custom layers
• Two seven-inch touchscreens with Tascam Visual Interactive Ergonomic Workflow
• 16 XLR outputs with flexible routing including stereo master and monitoring
• Three screen modes allow you to completely customise displayed parameters
• 54-bit floating point FGPA mixing engine provides optimal audio quality and power efficiency
• High quality 32-bit/96kHz analog to digital and 16-bit/96kHz digital to analog conversion
• Proprietary Tascam HDIA 1 microphone preamplifiers provide excellent recording quality
• Integrated 32-bit/96 kHz 32 input and output USB audio interface for working with DAWs
• Dante interface provides ultimate Dante network connection and control
• Tascam Sonicview Control software allows for wireless control and offline editing
• Two expansion slots for additional expansion MADI, Dante, GPIO, and Multitrack cards

Specifications

• Processing capabilities:
  • Inputs: 52 audio channels (40 mono, 2 stereo, 4 stereo effect returns)
  • Busses: 32 (22 Aux/Group switchable mix busses, 1 stereo main bus, 4 stereo send busses)
  • Built-in effects: 4
• Selectable signal sources:
  • At 96 kHz: 160 maximum
  • At 48 kHz: 256 maximum
  • Mic/Line (XLR): 24
  • Line (RCA): 4 (2 × stereo)
  • Dante: 32 (96 kHz), 64 (48 kHz)
  • Expansion cards: 2 × 32 (96 kHz), 2 × 64 (48 kHz)
  • USB audio: 32
  • Built-in player: 2 (1 × stereo)
  • Oscillator 1
  • Talkback: 1
• Selectable output targets:
  • At 96 kHz: 148 maximum
  • At 48 kHz: 244 maximum
  • Line (XLR): 16
  • Dante: 32 (96 kHz), 64 (48 kHz)
  • Expansion cards: 2 × 32 (96 kHz), 2 × 64 (48 kHz)
  • USB audio: 32
  • Monitor output (analogue): 2 (1 × stereo)
  • Built-in recorder: 2 (1 × stereo)
• Inserts:
  • Analogue insertion points: 2 (Mic/Line inputs 15–16)
• Digital signal processing:
  • Mixing engine: 54-bit floating-point, 96 kHz
  • A/D converters: 32 bit, 96 kHz
  • D/A converters: 24 bit, 96 kHz
  • Digital I/O sampling rate: 96 kHz, 48 kHz

• Mic/Line inputs (balanced, MIC/LINE): XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Maximum input level:
    • +12 dBu (TRIM at minimum, Pad off)
    • +32 dBu (TRIM at minimum, Pad on)
  • Minimum input level:
  • –62 dBu (TRIM at maximum, Pad off)
  • –42 dBu (TRIM at maximum, Pad on)
• Input impedance: ≥5 kΩ
• Line inputs (balanced, LINE IN (BAL)): 6.3-mm standard TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
  • Maximum input level:
    • +12 dBu (TRIM at minimum, Pad off)
    • +32 dBu (TRIM at minimum, Pad on)
  • Minimum input level:
    • –62 dBu (TRIM at maximum, Pad off)
    • –42 dBu (TRIM at maximum, Pad on)
  • Input impedance: ≥5 kΩ
• Inserts (INSERT): 6.3-mm standard TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
  • Maximum input level (Return): +18 dBu
  • Nominal input level (Return): –2 dBu
  • Input impedance (Return): ≥5 kΩ
  • Maximum output level (Send): +18 dBu
  • Nominal output level (Send): –2 dBu
  • Output impedance (Send): ≤100 Ω
• Talkback input (TALKBACK): XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Maximum input level: +10 dBu
  • Minimum input level: –65 dBu
  • Gain adjustment range: 0–55 dB
  • Input impedance: ≥5 kΩ
  • Phantom power: +48 V available
• Stereo inputs (ST IN 1-2 L/R): RCA pin jacks
  • Maximum input level: +6 dBV (1.995 Vrms)
  • Nominal input level: –10 dBV (0.316 Vrms)
  • Headroom: 16 dB
  • Input impedance: ≥10 kΩ
• Line outputs (OUTPUT 1–16): XLR-3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Maximum output level (selectable):
    • +15 dBu (Ref(D): –9 dBFS, Ref(A): +6 dBu)
    • +18 dBu (Ref(D): –14 dBFS, Ref(A): +4 dBu)
    • +20 dBu (Ref(D): –16 dBFS, Ref(A): +4 dBu)
    • +18 dBu (Ref(D): –18 dBFS, Ref(A): 0 dBu)
    • +20 dBu (Ref(D): –20 dBFS, Ref(A): 0 dBu)
    • +22 dBu (Ref(D): –18 dBFS, Ref(A): +4 dBu)
    • +24 dBu (Ref(D): –20 dBFS, Ref(A): +4 dBu)
  • Nominal output level (selectable):
    • +6 dBu (Ref(D): –9 dBFS)
    • +4 dBu (Ref(D): –14 dBFS, –16 dBFS)
    • +4 dBu or 0 dBu (Ref(D): –18 dBFS, –20 dBFS)
  • Output impedance: ≤100 Ω
• Monitor outputs (MONITOR OUT L/R): XLR-3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Maximum output level: +24 dBu
  • Nominal output level: +4 dBu
  • Output impedance: ≤100 Ω
• Headphones outputs (PHONES): 6.3-mm standard stereo jack, 3.5-mm stereo mini jack
  • Maximum output power: 100 mW + 100 mW (32 Ω load, when connected to only one jack)

• USB audio: USB Type-B
  • Input (USB to Sonicview): 32 channels
  • Output (Sonicview to USB): 32 channels
  • Sampling rates: 48 kHz, 96 kHz
  • Bit depth: 32 bit
• Dante PRIMARY/SECONDARY: etherCON Cat5e compatible
  • Number of audio channels:
    • 64 channels (48 kHz)
    • 32 channels (96 kHz)
  • Supported modes: Redundant mode, Switched mode
  • Compatible standard: Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T, IEEE 802.3ab)
  • Recommended cables: Cat5e STP or better

• GPIO: 25-pin D-sub (8-in/8-out, female, inch-standard)
• Input circuit: Pull-up (5 V)
• Output circuit:
  • Open collector
  • Output impedance: 10 Ω
  • Voltage resistance: 20 V
  • Maximum output current: 35 mA
  • Maximum supply current (+5 V): 50 mA
• Footswitch connector (FOOTSWITCH): 6.3-mm standard TS jack (Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
• Network connector (ETHERNET): RJ45
  • Compatible standards: 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T
  • Protocol: TCP/IP
• Wordclock input (WORD IN): BNC
  • Input level: 0.5–5 Vpp
  • Input impedance: 75 Ω ±10 (termination on)
  • Input frequency: 48 kHz, 96 kHz
  • Permissible frequency deviation: ±100 ppm
• Wordclock output (WORD THRU/OUT): BNC
  • Output level: TTL level (5 V)
  • Output frequency: 48 kHz, 96 kHz
• USB port (top panel): 4-pin USB Type-C (for keyboard and mass storage)
  • Standard: USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s)
  • Bus power: 5 V, 0.5 A
  • Classes: HID, mass storage
• USB port (rear panel): USB Type-B (for audio interface, dedicated driver required)
  • Standard: USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s)
• Power output for lamp (LAMP): XLR 4-pin female (pin 4: +12V, pin 3: GND)
  • Power supply voltage: DC 0–12 V (adjustable brightness)
  • Maximum output power: 5 W

• Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise): ≤–128 dBu
• Frequency response (Mic/Line input to Line output): 20 Hz – 40 kHz: +0 dB, –1.0 dB (JEITA)
• Dynamic range:
  • ≥108 dB (Mic/Line input to Line output, PAD off, TRIM min., Ref(D) –20 dBFS, internal word
  • clock, JEITA)
  • ≥110 dB (Mic/Line input to Dante output, PAD off, TRIM min., internal word clock, JEITA)
  • ≥112 dB (Dante input to Line output, PAD off, TRIM min., internal word clock, JEITA)
• Distortion:
  • ≤0.002 (Mic/Line input to Line output, +4 dBu input signal, PAD off, TRIM min., JEITA)
  • ≤0.002 (Mic/Line input to Dante output, +4 dBu input signal, PAD off, TRIM min., JEITA)
  • ≤0.002 (Dante input to Line output, 0 dBFS input signal, JEITA)
• Crosstalk: ≥–100 dB (Mic/Line input to Line output, 1 kHz sine wave, JEITA)

0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms???? / Ref(D): Digital Reference Level

• USB audio interface: 64-bit Windows- or Mac-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 (or higher) port
• Remote control: 64-bit Windows- or Mac-compatible computer with network access, Apple iPad
• Supported operating systems: see the separate section above

• Storage media:
  • SDHC cards (8–32 GB, Class 10 or better)
  • SDXC cards (64–128 GB, Class 10 or better)
  • USB flash drives (8–128 GB, playback only)

  Note: A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found on the Tascam web site.

• File systems:
  • SDHC card, USB storage: FAT32
  • SDXC card, USB storage: exFAT
• Recording/playback formats:
  • WAV/BWF:
    • Recording: 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 24 bit, 2 channels
    • Playback: 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 16/24 bit, 2 channels
  • MP3:
    • Playback: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 32–320 kbit/s
  • AAC:
    • Playback: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 64–320 kbit/s

• Main displays: 2 7-inch (17,8 cm) colour touchscreens, 800 × 480 px
• Channel displays: 3 monochrome LC displays, 384 × 68 px
• Mains power: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: 65 W
• Overall dimensions (width x height x depth): 472 mm × 228 mm × 554 mm
• Weight: 13 kg
• Permissible operating temperature range:0–40 degrees Celsius
• Product Code: sonicview16