Tascam US1641 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface

Includes Cubase LE 4 and TASCAM's Continuous Velocity Piano plug-in.

Item: TASUS1641

Choose a model below and select "Add to Cart"

  • Pricing
    • $399.00
    • Installment Plan:4 payments of $99.75
    • List: $499.00
    • SAVE 20%
  • Standard Shipping
    Ground
    free shipping
  • Expedited Shipping
    2 Day Shipping
    $23.99
     | Overnight
    $58.99

what's new?

  • In Stock :: Will Ship Monday
  • Pricing
    • $329.95
    • List: $499.00
    • SAVE 33%
  • Standard Shipping
    Ground
    free shipping
  • Expedited Shipping
    2 Day Shipping
    $23.99
     | Overnight
    $58.99

what's blemished?

Blemished

This is typically a customer return. This inventory includes all parts, components, manuals (hard copy or downloadable) and the full factory warranty. It is guaranteed to work perfectly, but it has a cosmetic blemish. It may be less attractive than Warehouse Resealed inventory, but it's priced even lower! This inventory is a great value.

x close

  • In Stock :: Will Ship Monday
  • Pricing
    • $349.95
    • List: $499.00
    • SAVE 29%
  • Standard Shipping
    Ground
    free shipping
  • Expedited Shipping
    2 Day Shipping
    $23.99
     | Overnight
    $58.99

what's warehouse resealed?

Warehouse Resealed

This is typically a customer return. This inventory includes all parts, components, manuals (hard copy or downloadable) and the full factory warranty. However, it is not in absolutely perfect unused condition like our new inventory. This inventory is a great value.

x close

  • Only 2 Left! :: Will Ship Monday
  • Limited Inventory

    We only have 2 left. Though our system does indicate availability for this item, there is a chance that the item will not be available. Multiple orders may be placed within a short period before our system can update the availability on our website. If there are any problems shipping this item, you will be notified.

    x close

  • Pricing
    • $349.95
    • List: $499.00
    • SAVE 29%
  • Standard Shipping
    Ground
    free shipping
  • Expedited Shipping
    2 Day Shipping
    $23.99
     | Overnight
    $58.99

what's factory resealed?

Factory Resealed

This is typically a purchase directly from the vendor, who may have used the product at a training session or at a trade show, but this may also be a refurbished product. This inventory includes all parts, components, manuals (hard copy or downloadable) and the full factory warranty. However, it is not in absolutely perfect unused condition like our new inventory. This inventory is a great value.

x close

  • In Stock :: Will Ship Monday

Click here to read details about our 'Play As You Pay' Installment Payment Plan. Play As You Pay is available only by phone.

Or call 800.ZZOUNDS (996.8637) right now. You get the same low price and shipping discounts online or by phone!

No Sales Tax. (Except NJ)

Seen a lower price? We'll beat it! details

Be a zZounds Spy!


related accessories

Main

Shure SM57

from $99.00

Main

Audio-Technica AT2020

from $99.95

customer reviews

Rate and Review This Product:

11 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 8 out of 10

7 People wrote reviews

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

"USB2.0 puts out the Firewire"

Feature:
All about the 8 mic ins. I didn't bother with the Cubase LE; use FL Studio and it conncted up no problems at all.

Quality:
Plastic control knobs look a bit cheap, the metering is very basic; but the overall look is nice. Bang for the buck is awesome.

Value:
8 mics, nice sounding unit (equivalent to Focusrite Saffire LE) for 300+ delivered! Awesome value.

Sound:
Great bang for the buck. I don't own expensive pres, so I'm sure there is bette rout there, but it sounds great -- expected to be somewhat idsappointed on sound quality given the great price, and was leasantly surprised by the musicality of the sound.

Ease of Use:
I decided to experiment with this as a USB2.0 after a really hard time getting FW units working with my laptop (never got Firebox to work; Saffire LE does wrok, but took a lot of time and effort to get going). I'm told the FW problems arise if you don't have the TI chipset for FW. I don't care -- that should not be my problem to deal with. This was like butter, installed in minutes, no drops or pops, have done 4 simultaneous channels so far with ease.

Support:
no opinion

Overall:
I may eventually trade up to the Echo line someday, but only if I can truly hear a diference in the AD/DA. I don't own any separate pres, and perhaps will outgrow this if those reveal weaknesses not apparent with my current set-up. I had nothing but problems with FW (Presonus and Focusrite); very happy this USB2.0 unit works with ease.

Submitted: 4/8/2008

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

"A Very Sasified Customer!"

Feature:
Happy with the units features.

Quality:
I would give it a 10 but the latency issue (trying to hear effects while recording guitar) is still an issue for me. Even if I don't figure it out, this unit is worth what I paid for it.

Value:
Definitely worth the price. ZZounds beat the price of a little known competitor and I got this for dirt cheap (less then open box price). ZZounds really came through on the price.

Desirability:
I like the fact that it is a rack mount interface. Pretty straight forward set up.

Sound:
This unit sounds great. I had a delta 44 previously which was a very solid interface but there is a definite increase in sound quality now that I am using the US1641. I had issues with my on board USB2 when installing this unit and installation failed the first time. I disabled the on board USB and installed a cheap USB card and the installation went fine. So far I have recorded 5 tracks (drums) at one time with no dropout or any other issues. The sound quality is great! My only issue is latency/delay when recording a guitar track and trying to hear the plugin effects while recording. I have made every adjustment that I can think of (I have read everything I can find about it also) and I still have a slight delay. I have also tweaked my PC for optimum audio performance. I'm thinking that I will eventually figure it out. Other then that, I am loving this unit. For the price you can't beat the number of inputs (and 8 of them XLR's!).

Ease of Use:
If you are computer illiterate you may need assistance in the event of USB conflict or latency issues. Don't give up though...this unit is worth the effort. Look to online forums (see tweakheadz site for instance) for help if needed or find a computer savy friend.

Support:
Haven't dealt with them yet.

Overall:
I expect to have this for a long time. It is perfect for my home studio. I did a lot of research before buying this and I'm glad that I chose this unit. Thanks to Tweakheadz.com for all of the valuable information regarding this product.

Submitted: 3/23/2008

Style of Music: Acoustic, Rock, Alternative Vanilla

Read all reviews...

Additional Images:

Main
Main
Front
Front
Rear
Rear

30-Day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Applies On This Item - Buy it, and if it isn't just right for you, return it!

About This Product!
Description
From Our Catalog
News
With sixteen inputs, the TASCAM US-1641 is the ideal choice for musicians to record the whole band to a computer. Eight mic/line inputs plus six line inputs gives you plenty of channels for a large ensemble, drumset, live recording or worship service. It includes Cubase LE 4, Steinberg's latest version, for 48 tracks of 96k/24-bit recording power. Using the latest high-speed USB 2.0 technology, the US-1641 packs the interfacing power of a big console into only one rackspace.

The eight mic inputs employ TASCAM Pro mic pres for 60 dB of gain and phantom power for studio-quality recordings. Two balanced TRS line inputs on the front panel are switchable to guitar level for direct-in recording of bass or guitar tracks. Four more balanced line inputs and outputs fill out the rear panel, along with MIDI and S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs for a total of 16 ins. A built-in power supply means there's no special wall-wart to lose, and connection to the computer is handled by USB 2.0 technology - 40 times faster than USB 1.1 and 20% more bandwidth than FireWire 400.

The US-1641 comes with Cubase LE4, Steinberg's latest version of the 48-track, 96kHz recording workstation, so you'll be ready to cut tracks right away. Also included is TASCAM's Continuous Velocity Piano, a VSTi plug-in for Windows that uses Giga technology for totally authentic grand piano sounds. The US-1641 installs ASIO and Core Audio drivers for Windows XP, Windows Vista 32 and Mac OS X, with simple instructions for hooking up to Logic Pro, Cubase, Nuendo, Digital Performer, SONAR, Reason, Live and nearly all other recording software. For musicians and bands always looking for more inputs, the US-1641 is the ultimate choice.

Technical Info

16 simultaneous Inputs

4 Simultaneous Outputs

14 x 4 Analog Input/Output

Stereo S/PDIF Digital Input/Output

8 XLR Mic Inputs with Phantom Power

USB 2.0 Computer Interface

Up to 96kHz/24-bit Audio Resolution

Zero-latency Hardware Monitoring

Independent Monitor and Headphone Outputs

16-channel MIDI Input and Output

Includes Steinberg Cubase LE4 and TASCAM Continuous Velocity Piano

ASIO and Core Audio support for Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS X

Weight: 3.2kg / 7.1 lb

Dimensions (WxDxH): 19 x 11.1 x 1.74 in. (482.6 x 280 x 44mm)
Enough inputs for the whole band! Features 8 mic/line inputs with phantom power plus 6 TRS 1/4" inputs, stereo S/PDIF and 16-channel MIDI I/O. Up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution across all inputs. Zero-latency hardware monitoring; USB 2.0 interface. Includes Cubase LE 4 for Mac/PC.
  • 09/23
    New lower price,
     Factory Resealed, save $10.00, now only $349.95. 
  • 09/23
    Just back in stock,
     Blemished, will ship immediately. 
  • 09/15
    New inventory arrives,
     Warehouse Resealed, available for immediate delivery. 
  • 09/09
    Just added to zZounds!
     Factory Resealed, pick yours up today! 
  • 05/09
    New lower price,
     Warehouse Resealed, was $359.95, now only $349.95. 

what our customers say about zZounds

"I'm already looking to place my next order with Zzounds." - customer on August 14, 2008

Free Catalog

First Name Last Name
Address 1 Address 2
City State
Zip Email

Would you like to receive periodic email notices of new items, special buys, and promotions? WE WILL NOT SHARE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS WITH ANYONE ELSE. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Tell us

Is there something you want to tell us? How can we serve you better? Want to see different products? Is this shirt ugly? Let us know!