SERIES 102i
USB Audio/MIDI Interface With DSP Mixer (10 in, 4 out)
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The compact SERIES 102i audio/MIDI interface is perfect for guitarists, songwriters and owners of small studios. It provides up to ten audio inputs and two audio outputs to a Mac or Windows computer or an iOS device, for recording and playback at up to 192 kHz / 24 bit and with the superb audio performance one expects from Tascam. Controllable with included custom software, this versatile USB interface is equipped with a powerful DSP input and output mixer with built-in digital reverb, compressor, phase invert and four-band EQ for each channel. Having this processor included internally eliminates all latency issues and takes the load off the computer allowing it to process the audio more efficiently. A new USB driver offers very high stability, ensuring reliable performance throughout all phases of your projects.
The two analogue mic/line/instrument combo inputs are fitted with Tascam’s transparent, natural-sounding, low-noise Ultra-HDDA mic preamps and individually switchable phantom power (+48 volt). A maximum of ten inputs (four at 192 kHz) are available when using the multi-channel optical port which can accept up to eight channels of audio input from an ADAT- or S/MUX-compatible device. The SERIES 102i also offers dual headphone outputs with dedicated level control and two balanced 6.3-mm line outputs for versatile monitoring. And you can connect your favorite MIDI devices to the rear-panel MIDI input and output to use them with your recording software.
The angled tabletop design gives easy access to all front-panel controls. You can quickly adjust the monitor output level with a large front-panel Monitor knob, and use the handy Monitor Balance control to mix live input with computer playback for zero-latency overdubs.
Start Your Projects Immediately With Bundled Software
While free, easy-to-use Tascam control software helps you manage faders, processing and routing of any audio input (analogue, optical and USB) to any audio output, the interface comes also with Steinberg Cubase LE DAW software for Windows and macOS and Cubasis LE app for iPad. With IK Multimedia AmpliTube guitar effects/modeling software and T-RackS mastering software you get the tools you need to deliver high-quality, polished recording projects. The IK Multimedia software is provided in both free standing and plug-in versions for complete, versatile recording, mixing, and mastering.
Expandable Input Capability to Grow Into
Easily add more input channels to accommodate future growth by using external microphone preamplifiers with S/MUX optical inputs to record drums, guitars, keyboards, vocals, and more. Each S/MUX optical port can accept up to 8 channels of audio input from an ADAT- or S/MUX-compatible device.
Dual Headphones Monitoring
The SERIES interface has two individual headphones amplifiers powerful enough for dual headphones monitoring.
Control Software for Matrix Mixing, Effects Processors and More
Free, easy-to-use Tascam Control software manages faders, processing and the ability to route any audio input (analogue, optical and USB) to any audio output.
Built-in DSP Effects and Processing
A DSP input and output mixer is complemented with digital reverb, compressor, phase invert and four-band EQ for each channel. Having this processor included internally eliminates all latency issues and takes the load off the computer allowing it to process the audio more efficiently.
Mobility
Tascam SERIES interfaces support tablets and other mobile devices and are compatible with many applications to meet your recording needs now and in the future.
Features at a glance
- Provides up to ten audio inputs and two audio outputs to a Windows or Mac computer or iOS device
- Audio resolution up to 192 kHz / 24 bit
- USB Audio Compliance 2.0 for iOS connection
Hardware features
- Two analogue mic/line inputs on XLR/TRS balanced combo connectors
- High-grade Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) microphone pre-amps with ultra-low noise (EIN: –125 dBu)
- High-quality audio input circuits for low-noise recording
- Individually switchable 48-Volt phantom power on XLR inputs
- Each TRS input can be switched to instrument-level for direct recording of guitar or bass
- Gain controls, signal and peak indicators on each analogue input
- Optical audio input supporting S/MUX for high sampling rates
- 8 inputs at 44.1/48 kHz
- 4 inputs at 88.2/96 kHz
- 2 inputs at 176.4/192 kHz
- Two monitor/line outputs (balanced TRS) with level control
- Direct monitor option for low-latency monitoring
- Monitor mix control for adjusting the level balance between signals from external devices and signals from the computer
- Two 6.3-mm standard headphones outputs with level control (18 mW per channel)
- MIDI input, MIDI output
- Power supply by dedicated PS-P1220E AC adapter (included)
- Rugged all-metal chassis
Software features
- In-house developed driver for Windows devices ensures stable operation with low latency
- Built-in DSP with mixer, routing and effects accessible through dedicated settings panel
- Compressor and 4-band EQ with low-cut filter on each input channel
- Phase invert, Bypass, Solo, channel Link and Mute buttons on each input channel
- Four Aux sends, switchable pre/post (Aux 1 used for internal reverb)
- Reverb effect with five presets and adjustable pre delay, reverb time, diffusion and return level (Reverb can be used up to 96 kHz only)
- Master section with Stereo fader, Aux Master controls and Mute button
- Comfortable routing of output channels
- Bundled with Cubase LE 9.5 (64-bit Windows application), compatible with Cubasis LE2
- Bundled with several plug-in effects
- Automatic update function available for software, driver and firmware updates
- Compatible with major DAW software (Pro Tools, Live, Cubase, Studio One, GarageBand etc.)
Specifications
| General ratings | ||
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| Sampling frequencies | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz | |
| Quantization bit depth | 16/24-bit | |
| Analogue audio inputs | ||
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| Mic inputs (when the input switch set to MIC/LINE) | XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) | |
| Input impedance | 1.5 kΩ | |
| Nominal input level | −63 dBu (0.00055 Vrms, gain knob max.) −6 dBu (0.195 Vrms, gain knob min.) |
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| Maximum input level | +10 dBu (2.45 Vrms) | |
| Maximum gain | 57 dB | |
| Instrument inputs (when the input switch is set to INST) | 6.3-mm standard TS jack (Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND) |
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| Input impedance | ≥1 MΩ | |
| Nominal input level | −63 dBV (0.0007 Vrms, gain knob max.) −6 dBV (0.501 Vrms, gain knob min.) |
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| Maximum input level | +10 dBV (3.162 Vrms) | |
| Maximum gain | 57 dB | |
| Line inputs (when the input switch set to MIC/LINE) | 6.3-mm TRS jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) |
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| Input impedance | 10 kΩ | |
| Nominal input level | −53 dBu (0.0022 Vrms, gain knob max.) +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms, gain knob at min.) |
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| Maximum input level | +24 dBu (12.282 Vrms) | |
| Maximum gain | 57 dB | |
| Analogue audio outputs | ||
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| Line outputs (balanced) | 6.3-mm TRS jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) |
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| Output impedance | 230 Ω | |
| Nominal output level | +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms) | |
| Maximum output level | +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms) | |
| Headphone outputs (PHONES) | Standard 6.3-mm stereo jack | |
| Maximum output power (THD+N ≤0,1 %, 32 Ω) | 18 mW + 18 mW | |
| Digital audio inputs/outputs | ||
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| OPTICAL IN (S/MUX) connector(s) | Optical (JEITA RC-5720C) | |
| Signal format | Multi-channel optical format (Supports S/MUX when 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz.) |
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| Other inputs and outputs | ||
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| USB | 4-pin USB B-type | |
| Transfer rate | USB 2.0 Hi-speed (480 MBit/s) | |
| MIDI input | 5-pin DIN | |
| Format | Standard MIDI format | |
| MIDI output | 5-pin DIN | |
| Format | Standard MIDI | |
| Audio performance | ||
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| Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise) | ≤−127 dBu | |
| Frequency response (input to line output) | ||
| At 44.1/48 kHz | 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0/–1 dB (JEITA) | |
| At 88.2/96 kHz | 20 Hz – 40 kHz, +0/–2 dB (JEITA) | |
| At 176.4/192 kHz | 20 Hz – 80 kHz, +0/–10 dB (JEITA) | |
| S/N ratio | ≥106 dB (MIC/LINE input to LINE output 1-2, gain knob at minimum, JEITA) |
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| Distortion | ≤0.005 % (MIC/LINE input to LINE output 1-2, 1 kHz sine wave, −2 dBFS input level, MONITOR knob at maximum) |
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| Crosstalk | ≥95 dB (MIC/LINE input to LINE output 1-2, 1 kHz sine wave, gain knob at minimum) |
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| Computer system requirements | ||
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| Windows | ||
| Supported operating systems | Windows 10 32-bit Windows 10 64-bit Windows 8.1 32-bit Windows 8.1 64-bit Windows 7 32-bit SP1 or later Windows 7 64-bit SP1 or later (Windows Vista and Windows XP are not supported) |
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| Computer hardware requirements | Windows computer with a USB port that supports at least USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 | |
| CPU/processor speed | 2 GHz or faster dual core processor (x86) | |
| Memory | 2 GB or more | |
| Mac | ||
| Supported operating systems | macOS Mojave (10.14 or later) macOS High Sierra (10.13 or later) macOS Sierra (10.12 or later) |
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| Computer hardware requirements | Mac with a USB port that supports at least USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 | |
| CPU/processor speed | 2 GHz or faster dual core processor | |
| Memory | 2 GB or more | |
| iOS device | Apple iOS device running iOS 10 or later | |
| Supported audio drivers | Windows: USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO 2.2, WDM (MME), MIDI Mac: Core Audio, Core MIDI iOS device: Core Audio for iPhone |
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| Power supply and other specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Power | DC 12 V AC adapter (PS-P1220E) | |
| Power consumption | 7.2 W | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 186 mm × 65 mm × 160 mm | |
| Weight | 0.9 kg | |
| Permissible operating temperature range | 5–35 °C | |
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Last modified: 2019-01-23 16:09:24 UTC