Tascam Series 102i Audio/MIDI Interface

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$207.50excluding VAT

Estimated delivery: 4th - 6th December

2-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

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UK & Europe	EU Standard	Gear4music Standard	Gear4music Optional
Return Period	14 days	30 days	up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded?	Yes	Yes	Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded?	Standard costs only	Standard costs only	Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation	No	No	Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 30 days

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Key Features

10-input/2-output portable USB audio interface
24-bit/192kHz high-fidelity audio resolution for pristine sound
Four transparent, ultra-low noise Ultra-HDDA mic preamps
Complete with comprehensive software bundle including Steinberg Cubase LE

Tascam Series 102i Audio/MIDI Interface Overview

Supreme audio fidelity for studio and stage. The Tascam Series 102i Audio/MIDI Interface is a compact unit with an ergonomic layout, equipped with pristine audio converters and versatile connectivity.

Tascam utilise their 60 eyars of audio design experience to create the Tascam Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Amplifier) mic preamp circuitry. The result is studio-grade transparency and ultra low-noise performance. It boasts 24/192kHz audio resolution, capturing every nuance from your source audio.

It is perfect for both instrumentalists and vocalists, with its wide range of inputs and outputs. The 102i Audio Interface can also be expanded using the S/MUX optical ports. Additionally, the interface comes complete with a music software bundle including Steinberg Cubase LE DAW and various T-Racks instrument plugins to get you started straight away.

Product Ref: 133519

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Custom Ultra-HDDA Mic Preamp Circuitry

Tascam utilise more than 60 years of audio design expertise to create this premium-grade audio interface. The Tascam 208i includes custom Tascam ultra-HHDA (High Definition Discrete Amplifier) mic preamp circuitry. This custom preamp circuitry delivers highly transparent sound, retaining its natural tonality. The ultra-low noise performance ensures maximum audio fidelity and a clean recording every time.

24-bit/192 kHz Studio Grade Audio Resolution

At the heart of the 208i Audio interface is a high-resolution audio engine. This custom audio engine delivers high-definition sound reproduction. The result is clean and detailed sound, ranging up to 24-bit/192kHz recording resolutions. This ensures the interface captures every nuance from your source audio, resulting in studio-grade sound for professional music production.

Complete With Steinberg Cubase DAW, T-Racks Plugins and More

Get started within minutes. The Tascam 208i comes complete with a wide range of software including Steinberg Cubase LE DAW. The Cubase LE DAW is a streamlined version of Steinberg's award-winning digital audio workstation. Cubase has long been a staple in the professional music world, fast becoming one of the most used music software on the market. It allows you to record, edit, arrange and mix recordings into songs.

Also included are a range of plugins from IK Multimedia, ideal for use with guitarists and vocalists. IK Multimedia AmpliTube guitar/bass modelling and effects software is included, perfect for getting professional-grade guitar tones without the need for expensive amplifiers. T-RackS mastering software is also included, allowing you to master your songs once you have recorded and mixed them.

Built-in DSP Effects and Processing

One of the most cutting-edge features of the 208i is the DSP input and output mixer. This specailised mixer comes complete with digital reverb, compressor, phase invert and 4-band EQ for each channel. These integrated, premium-grade processors eliminate latency issues and takes the strain off your computer, allowing you to process your audio more efficiently.

Versatile Connectivity, Expandable Outputs

The 208i features a wide range of analog and digital connectivity, allowing you to use the interface with a variety of equipment and instruments. Two XLR/TRS combo mic/line instrument inputs are included for use with instruments and microphones (including condenser microphones). Two 1/4-inch analog line outputs allow for versatile monitoring capabilities and up to 7.1 surround sound audio.

Two optical S/MUX expansion ports allows you to expand the connectivity of your interface, accepting up to Eight channels of audio input (resulting in 10 total inputs).

Dual headphone outputs allow for two artists to monitor their mixes simultaneously, allowing you to hear the difference at the same time. The compact interface is also highly portable, easily fitting within a backpack, allowing you to record on the move.

Features

Two XLR/TRS combo mic/line/instrument inputs
Two transparent, natural-sounding, ultra-low noise TASCAM Ultra-HDDA mic preampliﬁers
One optical S/MUX expansion ports that accept up to 16 channels of audio input (20 total inputs)
Two ¼-inch analog line outputs for versatile monitoring and up to 7.1 surround audio
Built-in effects: reverb, compressor, four-band EQ
Flexible DSP input/output mixer controlled via free TASCAM Control software
Software control of faders, routing, aux buses, effects, and phase invert
Flexible I/O routing allows any analog, optical or USB audio input to be user-assigned to any output ports
Up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording and playback
Includes Steinberg DAW software and IK Multimedia world-class guitar eﬀects/modeling and mastering software
MIDI interface
Word clock in/out
Dual headphone outputs
Compatible with Windows / Mac computers and iOS devices (supports UAC2.0)
USB 2.0 connection and custom USB driver with high stability
Easy-to-understand operation
Automatic update function available for software/driver/firmware updates
Information window function (shown in the Settings Panel screen)
Direct monitor option for low latency monitoring
Compatible with mainstream DAW software (Pro Tools, Live, Cubase, Studio One, GarageBand)

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