TASCAM M-164UF 16-Channel USB Mixer with Effects
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Records via USB 2.0 up to 24-bit 96kHz audio. Supports Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista. 5 stereo line inputs. RIAA phono preamp.
Overview
TASCAM's M-164 series is a lineup of affordable mixers for live bands, home recording or installation. Three models are available to fit your needs:
- M-164 -- 16-channel mixer
- M-164FX -- 16-channel mixer with digital effects
- M-164UF -- 16-channel mixer with effects and USB 2.0 interface
Each of the mixers has six TASCAM mic inputs with XLR ins and phantom power for great-sounding tracks. Mic inputs additionally have 3-band EQ with hipass filters for sculpting the mix. Five stereo line inputs bring the total count to 16 inputs, and several channels add EQ and RIAA phono preamps for adding flexibility. The M-164s have two output busses - main and sub - as well as a pair of aux sends for monitors and effects.
The M-164FX adds a stereo effects processor with 16 programs of reverb, delay, chorus and other great-sounding effects. Step up to the M-164UF for a 16x2 audio interface that works over USB 2.0. The interface built into the M-164UF has the highest channel count of any mixer, allowing all 16 inputs to be recorded to their own track in your computer recording software.
- M-164 -- 16-channel mixer
- M-164FX -- 16-channel mixer with digital effects
- M-164UF -- 16-channel mixer with effects and USB 2.0 interface
Each of the mixers has six TASCAM mic inputs with XLR ins and phantom power for great-sounding tracks. Mic inputs additionally have 3-band EQ with hipass filters for sculpting the mix. Five stereo line inputs bring the total count to 16 inputs, and several channels add EQ and RIAA phono preamps for adding flexibility. The M-164s have two output busses - main and sub - as well as a pair of aux sends for monitors and effects.
The M-164FX adds a stereo effects processor with 16 programs of reverb, delay, chorus and other great-sounding effects. Step up to the M-164UF for a 16x2 audio interface that works over USB 2.0. The interface built into the M-164UF has the highest channel count of any mixer, allowing all 16 inputs to be recorded to their own track in your computer recording software.
Specs
Specifications
16-channel mixing
6 XLR microphone inputs with phantom power and hipass filter
5 stereo line inputs
3-band EQ on mic channels 1-6
2-band EQs on line channels 7-10 and main output
RIAA phono preamp on channels 9-10 (RCA)
Unique design with built-in meter bridge
Sub and Main output busses (1/4-inch outputs)
Separate stereo and mono outputs for main and aux (1/4-inch)
Two aux sends (1/4-inch outputs)
Stereo effects processor with 16 presets for reverb, delay, chorus and other effects
USB 2.0 audio interface providing 16 outputs to computer and stereo return from computer at 96kHz / 24-bit
Supports Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista
Includes Cubase LE4 48-track recording workstation software
16-channel mixing
6 XLR microphone inputs with phantom power and hipass filter
5 stereo line inputs
3-band EQ on mic channels 1-6
2-band EQs on line channels 7-10 and main output
RIAA phono preamp on channels 9-10 (RCA)
Unique design with built-in meter bridge
Sub and Main output busses (1/4-inch outputs)
Separate stereo and mono outputs for main and aux (1/4-inch)
Two aux sends (1/4-inch outputs)
Stereo effects processor with 16 presets for reverb, delay, chorus and other effects
USB 2.0 audio interface providing 16 outputs to computer and stereo return from computer at 96kHz / 24-bit
Supports Mac OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista
Includes Cubase LE4 48-track recording workstation software
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 323-726-0303
Web: https://tascam.com/us/support/contact
Phone: 323-726-0303
Web: https://tascam.com/us/support/contact
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(13 ratings)
Submitted August 20, 2009 by a customer from karybrown.com
"Great Value. Great Performance. Great Looks. What more do you need??"
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Great Value. Great Performance. Great Looks. What more do you need?? Sure there are more robust mixers, but not for under $1000. This mixer is easily a 10 when you consider the price.
Sound
The preamps are completely transparent, which to me is a pro. The only reason I am not rating it higher is because I am coming off of a Soundcraft Compact 4 mixer, and I have never used anything more expensive than this.
Features
Has everything you need for a great price. I used 14 channels of this mixer to record my band. Everything came in clear as a bell once we got the levels right. The mixer also has a usb send channel so you can send the output of your music DAW to external speakers. This came in handy for listening to each take.
Ease of Use
No mixer is "easy" to use, but I guess this is as easy as it gets. I spent about an hour with the manual and it was less because this mixer's complexity and more because I've never used a pro grade mixer before.
Quality
Faders feel a little cheap but they are sturdy. The whole unit has a nice sturdy feel to it. I just wish it came with a grounding wire. The input level monitor at the top of the mixer is a nice touch and takes alot of the guesswork out of locating a peak.
Value
This mixer is a great value and the perfomance is top notch. As long as you have a computer to handle the inputs this… read more mixer is a beast. And don't let the fact that it is USB 2.0 put you off. USB 2.0 is just as fast as firewire. I use mine with a Unibody macbook and there aren't even any Firewire ports on it!
Manufacturer Support
We'll see. Lol.
The Wow Factor
16 inputs for under $500. Win.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Funk, Jam Band read less
Sound
The preamps are completely transparent, which to me is a pro. The only reason I am not rating it higher is because I am coming off of a Soundcraft Compact 4 mixer, and I have never used anything more expensive than this.
Features
Has everything you need for a great price. I used 14 channels of this mixer to record my band. Everything came in clear as a bell once we got the levels right. The mixer also has a usb send channel so you can send the output of your music DAW to external speakers. This came in handy for listening to each take.
Ease of Use
No mixer is "easy" to use, but I guess this is as easy as it gets. I spent about an hour with the manual and it was less because this mixer's complexity and more because I've never used a pro grade mixer before.
Quality
Faders feel a little cheap but they are sturdy. The whole unit has a nice sturdy feel to it. I just wish it came with a grounding wire. The input level monitor at the top of the mixer is a nice touch and takes alot of the guesswork out of locating a peak.
Value
This mixer is a great value and the perfomance is top notch. As long as you have a computer to handle the inputs this… read more mixer is a beast. And don't let the fact that it is USB 2.0 put you off. USB 2.0 is just as fast as firewire. I use mine with a Unibody macbook and there aren't even any Firewire ports on it!
Manufacturer Support
We'll see. Lol.
The Wow Factor
16 inputs for under $500. Win.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Funk, Jam Band read less
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