Zoom R12 Multitrack Recorder

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The Zoom R12 MultiTrak recorder is made for musicians who want the freedom to make music wherever they go. Compact and mobile, you can record, edit and mix songs without a computer. Use the R12’s full-color LCD touchscreen to easily cut, copy, loop and edit your tracks.

R12 has super clean preamps, and you’ll love the way they sound. With two XLR/TRS inputs, and eight tracks of audio, the R12 is ideal for recording everything from demos to release-ready songs. It includes a send effects channel offering reverb, chorus and delay with a dedicated effects return fader.

For advanced tones, you can use presets and effects from Zooms’ Guitar Lab. The R12 also has pan and a 3-channel EQ for each track and a compressor on inputs 1 and 2. Use Sequence Play to create a playlist of your projects. Then use them as backing tracks, whether you’re playing live or rehearsing a set.

With 150 preloaded drum loops in a variety of patterns and genres, the R12 provides a versatile rhythm section for any project. Add additional audio samples by importing files into your R12 via Micro SD card or USB thumb drive.

The R12 provides up to five hours on four AA batteries (sold separately) allowing you to bring your production anywhere. Additionally, you can power the R12 with the optional AD-17 adapter (sold separately), or a USB battery. The R12 includes an 1/8" stereo headphone jack as well as dedicated 1/4" monitor outputs. Musicians can also plug in their iOS devices to use the optional R12 Control App.

Effects channel with reverb, chorus and delay
3-channel EQ for each track
Compressor on inputs 1 and 2
Create playlist of projects with Sequence Play
150 preloaded drum loops
3 Subpanels for connecting microphones, instruments or line level devices like keyboards, mixing boards and more
48V phantom power for condenser microphones

Mic/Line (Mono)
Inputs: 2
Connectors: 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (Balanced, XLR: 2 HOT/TRS: TIP HOT
Input gain: +6 ~ +50dB
Input impedance XLR: 3.9 k ohm TRS: 3.9 kohm/1 Mohm (when Hi-Z ON, INPUT 1 only)
Phantom power: +48V (switchable separately for INPUTS 1 and 2)
Equivalent input noise: –121dBu or less (IHF-A) at +50dB/150-ohm input
Frequency response: −1.0/+0.5dB: 20Hz–20kHz
Master Out
Outputs: 1
Connectors: 2 TRS phone jacks (balanced)
Maximum output level: +14dBu
Output impedance: 200 ohm
Phones Output
Connectors: 1 stereo .137" (3.5 mm) mini jack
Maximum output level: 45 mW + 45 mW (into 32-ohm load)
Output impedance: 10 ohm
Recorder
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: 8
Recording format: 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo WAV
Recording media: 4–32GB cards compatible with the SDHC specification  64–1TB cards compatible with the SDXC specification
Track Settings
EQ High: 10kHz, ±12dB, shelving
Middle: 2.5kHz, ±12dB, peaking
Low: 100Hz, ±12dB, shelving
Pan: L100–R100
Effects
Input Dynamics: Comp/Limiter/Gate
Patch memory effects: 3 types can be used simultaneously
50 patch memories
Guitar Lab supported
Can be assigned and used as an insert (input) or send effect
Dedicated send effects: 10 types of spatial effects
Tuner
Chromatic/Guitar/Bass/Open A/Open D/Open E/Open G/DADGAD
CLICK (METRONOME)
Time signatures 3/4, 4/4, 6/8
Tempo range: 40.0–250.0 BPM
Time signatures: 3/4, 4/4, 6/8
Rhythm Loops
Sound source format: PCM
Number of loops: 150
Synth
Sound source format: FM
Polyphony: 8
Number of sound types: 18 (and a PCM drum kit)
Display
2.4" (320x240) full-color touchscreen LCD
USB
Connector: USB Type-C
Audio Interface Function
2-in/2-out or 2-in/2-out (iPad) USB 2.0 Full Speed
44.1kHz, 16/24-bit
2-in/4-out USB 2.0 High Speed
44.1kHz, 16/24-bit
Mass Storage Function
Device USB 2.0 High Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied when host)
Guitar Lab Connection
USB 1.1 Full Speed
DAW Connection (Control Surface)
USB 1.1 Full Speed
Mass Storage Function
Host USB 2.0 High Speed (5V/200 mA power supplied)
USB MIDI Keyboard Connection
USB 1.1 Full Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied)
Power
Batteries: 4 AA (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) (sold separately)
AC adapter: ZOOM AD-17 (5V/1.0A)
Estimated Continuous Operation Time Using Batteries
(During playback with +48V off and 32-ohm headphone load)
Alkaline batteries: about 5 hours
NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 5 hours
Lithium batteries: about 11 hours

Shipping
Orders are generally shipped the following business day after payment is received. For example, if your order is placed AND paid for at 1 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Musicians Friend will ship it on Monday. We are only shipping eBay orders via standard ground shipping at this time (3-7 business days for delivery once the item leaves our warehouse)

Payment
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Sales Tax
We are required to collect sales tax on all orders, except those shipped to the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon.

Store Policies
If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase of a new item, simply return it in its original condition within 45 days of purchase (see exceptions below) and we’ll give you a full refund. It’s that simple. Returned items must be in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees and accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge.

Your refund will be promptly processed upon successful evaluation of your returned item from our trained category professionals in 2-3 business days. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.

Limitations and Exceptions
Returns of the following products must be made within 10 days of shipment - Stringed instruments priced at $1999.00 or more. The following products cannot be returned – Clearance items, Apple products, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, vintage instruments, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, tin whistles, flutophones, "world" wind instruments, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluid, clothing/footwear, body jewelry, sheet music, cleaners, polishes and polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD's, vinyl records, and videos.The following fees apply to Band & Orchestra returns - All returned woodwind and brass instruments incur a $10.00 sanitization fee. Returned bows are assessed a $4.00 restocking fee. Returned mouthpieces over $300 incur an $8.00 sanitization fee; the fee for mouthpieces under $300 is $4.00.

Should you decide to return your shipment, please follow the return steps printed on the back of your invoice and pack your return carefully to prevent damage in shipment. All returns must:

1. Include a Return Authorization Number; (Please contact us via eBay messages for an RA number)

2. Be in the original packaging complete with all collateral materials such as cases, straps, cables, care kits, certificates of authenticity, warranty cards, manuals, and any other materials that originally shipped with the instrument;

3. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.