Tascam US122 Audio/MIDI Interface with Free Software

2 XLR-fed phantom-powered mic inputs with inserts. 2 line level inputs (switchable to guitar level). 16 channels of MIDI I/O.

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Tascam US122L USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface

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Record two tracks at a time with zero latency; whether you have a PC or a Mac, your song ideas go down in real time, real easy. Its size means you can take it anywhere you take your laptop, yet it's packed with features that make buying it an audio no-brainer. MIDI input and output, high quality mic inputs, 96kHz/24-bit recording (better than CD quality)-all the stuff you'd want without the fluff you wouldn't. The US-122L: the answer to your recording needs. Learn More...

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268 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 7 out of 10

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Quality:
I get better sound than using a strait mic in to the computer.

Sound:
Great great sound. Love it.

Ease of Use:
I used mine with Window's XP. very easy to use. Having problems downloading software in to Ubuntu. I've been using my tascam fir a couple of years now.

Support:
I don't know, I haven't used support yet.

Submitted: 8/15/2008

Style of Music: smooth jazz, blues rock, some southern rock, and cross harp.

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"DOES WORK WITH VISTA! DO YOUR HOMEWORK!"

Feature:
Phantom Power, two XLR inputs, two 1/4 inputs, LR inserts for analog effects, direct monitoring, and latency adjustment. I have had nothing but great experiences. It's also built like a tank, something that can't be said for the US-122L. Wish it had more than two XLR inputs, but it would cost more money if it did, so that point is moot. For the money, you can't beat it. M-Audio can't hold a candle to it.

Quality:
Like I said, built like a tank. I've used it in the field and in the studio, it's fantastic.

Value:
For the money, you can't beat it.

Sound:
Very transparent audio in a compact interface. I've used it with XP and Vista using Adobe Audition and on OS X using Garage Band. Previous reviewer obviously didn't have a clue since THIS WILL WORK WITH VISTA! All you need to do is run the driver in XP compatibility mode, end of story. Do some research before you open your mouth.

Ease of Use:
Install the drivers, plug it in, start your favorite recording software, make sure your source is the 122, begin recording. It's as easy as that.

Support:
Never needed to contact Tascam, their site is pretty well set up, but no on-site forum is kind of lousy.

Overall:
If you're looking to get into home recording and don't have the money for a MOTU firewire interface etc. then this IS the device for you. M-Audio USB interfaces are garbage. My friend bought M-Audio, then saw my US-122, returned the M-Audio and bought the Tascam. I have been nothing less than pleased with the original US-122.

Submitted: 5/22/2007

Style of Music: Progressive Metal

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If you want to form a bridge between your music and your computer, there's a new solution that combines affordability and ease-of-use with powerful capabilities and excellent built-in compatibility with your computer: the US-122 from TASCAM and Frontier Design Group.

The US-122 features 2 XLR-based, phantom-powered mic inputs. As one of the only small computer interfaces with analog inserts, you can use the US-122 to place hardware devices (compressors, etc.) into the recording signal chain. Two line-level inputs on balanced 1/4 in. TRS jacks are included, and are switchable to guitar-level for direct instrument recording into your computer. The US-122 also provides a dedicated control for adjustable zero-latency direct monitoring, providing a sonically pure reference point before entering DAW processing. Its 2 line-level outputs provide control for levels, and a dedicated headphone output is also included.

In addition to audio interfacing, the US-122 gives you 16 channels of MIDI I/O for use with synthesizers and other sound generating equipment. The MIDI I/O is also handy for synchronization and automation with external devices.

For compatibility with a wide variety of computer systems, the US-122 excels. It includes drivers for compatibility with ASIO, WDM, GSIF and Apple Core Audio (OS X) software systems, so you can turn nearly any USB-equipped computer into a powerful audio recording system. Plus, the US-122 represents an excellent mobile recording solution. Since it's self-powered via USB, no separate power supply is required for operation, making it perfect for mobile recording systems based around laptop computers? just plug in a couple of condenser mics and go!

The US-122 is packaged with two valuable music production software tools at no added cost: TASCAM's GigaStudio 24 sampling workstation software and a special version of Steinberg's Cubasis recording/sequencing software. Right out of the box, you can install the software, plug in the US-122 and begin creating and recording new music.

With its compact, ergonomic design and rugged steel chassis, the US-122 meets the needs of everyone from hobbyist musicians through advanced professional recording engineers and producers. If you're into the creative advantages of computer recording, here's the tool that gets your ideas into your computer!

Features:
USB audio/MIDI computer interfacing

Mac and Windows compatible

2 XLR-fed phantom-powered mic inputs with inserts

2 line level inputs (switchable to guitar level)

16 channels of MIDI I/O

Adjustable zero-latency direct monitoring

2 line outputs with level control

Headphone output with level control

Self-powered via USB: perfect for both studio and location recording

Includes ASIO, WDM, GSIF and Apple Core Audio (OS X) drivers

Includes audio recording/MIDI sequencing software

Includes GigaStudio 24 sampling workstation software and Steinberg's Cubase LE

Compact and rugged steel construction
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