Tascam US122 MkII USB 2.0 Audio & MIDI interface

Manufacturer: Tascam
Product type: Audio & MIDI interfaces
Cat no: US-122MKII
 

• Steinberg Cubase LE4 48 track recording software included
• Zero-latency direct hardware monitoring included
• Aluminum case construction
• Windows and Macintosh compatible
• Up to 96kHz/24 bit audio resolution
• Captures up to 48 tracks of audio with another 64 MIDI tracks

Bit Rate	16/24 bit
Sample Rate (kHz)	44.1/48/88.2/96
Connection	USB
Inputs	Balanced mic input terminal connector: XLR 3-31 equivalent. 1/4" balanced line input terminal connector: TRS standard phono jack. Switchable guitar level input.
Outputs	RCA pin jack line output. 1/4" standard stereo headphone jack output
MIDI	MIDI input/output terminal: DIN 5 pin
Power Supply	Supplied via USB
Voltage	5V, maximum current 500mA
Weight	0.7kg
Dimensions (exterior)	135.4mm W x 179mm H x 47mm D
System Requirements (PC)	Windows XP 32 bit SP2/SP3, 64 bit SP2, Vista 32/64 bit SP2 or later: 512 MB memory for 32 bit XP/Vista, 1 GB or more for 64 bit XP/Vista. Pentium 4 4.1 GHz or faster AMD Athlon 1.4 GHz or faster processor
System Requirements (Mac)	Mac OS X 10.4.11/10.50.6 or later: 512 MB memory, Intel Processor or PowerPC G4 1GHz or higher processor

Tascam has refreshed its best-selling USB interface with better audio specs and a fresh new look for the US-122mkII. The US-122mkII starts with two great-quality XLR microphone preamps with phantom power for condenser microphones. There's also a pair of balanced line inputs and a guitar-level input for direct recording of electric guitar or bass. The stereo signal is sent to your computer at up to 96kHz/24 bit audio quality.

The US-122mkII connects to Mac or Windows computers using USB 2.0 and the unit is powered over the USB cable. Zero-latency monitoring is available for recording without the delay going to a computer and back. MIDI input and output jacks allow connection of synths and drum machines. Connect the US-122mkII to monitors through the line output or use headphones with the front-mounted stereo 1/4" jack. The US-122mkII makes a perfect portable interface with metal components and solid construction built for the road.

The US-122mkII includes a copy of cubase LE5 from Steinberg. This full-featured recording software captures up to 48 tracks of audio with another 64 MIDI tracks. You can edit your tracks to perfection using a variety of modes and tools. Automated mixing is included to create the perfect master. Cubase LE5 supports VST effect and instrument plug-ins, with an assortment included with the application.

Whether you're getting started with computer recording or adding a portable interface to your road rig, the Tascam US-122mkII is the affordable choice for professional results.