The US-366 from Tascam is a USB 2.0 digital audio interface that can be configured as either a four input/six output, or a six input/four output device. The unit features two low noise microphone preamps with phantom power, digital I/O, a built-in digital mixer and effects, and low latency monitoring. Steinberg's Cubase LE 6 software bundle is included to facilitate out of the box use on a user's Mac or Windows based computer.
Inputs include XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors with the ability to switch Line 1 input to a Hi-Z input for direct connection of electric guitars or other electronic instruments. The converters allow for up to 24-bit/192kHz recording and the internal processing is 24-bit throughout, although internal effect use is limited to 44.1 or 48kHz sound sources.
The DSP mixer functions in two modes. The multi-track mode is ideal for music creation delivering independent monitor mixing with send-levels, as can be found on an inline-console. In addition, the mode delivers mono monitoring. The stereo-mix mode is geared towards easy and convenient podcast recording or broadcasting.
On-board DSP effects include a compressor, 3-band EQ, and reverb. Input effects can be used during recording, while the reverb can be applied to any monitoring signal at the same time. Low-latency monitoring is available from the on-board digital mixer, and volume can be monitored and adjusted easily with the oversized dedicated top panel knob.
A conveniently placed "Mixer Panel" button located on top of the unit provides a one-click recall function for the DSP-mixer. An optional footswitch allows for hands-free operation of a DAW transport control via either "Mackie Control" or "HUI" emulation. The unit is housed in a compact, aluminum desktop housing and is USB bus powered, especially useful for mobile use.
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USB audio interface configurable for four input/six output or six input/four output usage, housed in a convenient and compact aluminum desktop enclosure
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Two HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) microphone preamps with +48V phantom power and XLR inputs
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Two 1/4" TRS line inputs with Line 1 switchable to a Hi-Z input for connecting electric instruments
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Coaxial or optical S/PDIF input
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Coaxial or optical S/PDIF output that can be configured to AES/EBU output via the DSP mixer
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Low-latency monitoring via on-board DSP mixer
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Digital mixer delivers two operation modes with Stereo Mix Mode for Internet broadcasting and movie file creating/editing, and Multi-Track Mode for dedicated monitor mixing
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Built-in digital effects include compressor and 3-band EQ inserts, along with a reverb send
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Dedicated "Mixer Panel" button recalls DSP mixer with a single mouse click
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Two 1/4" TRS balanced outputs
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Two RCA phono unbalanced outputs available when connectors set to OUTPUT using the Line I/O switch in the DSP mixer
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Large line-out volume knob
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Headphone output
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Optional RC-3F footswitch provides hands-free transport control for a DAW via "Mackie Control" or "HUI" emulation. Select either PLAY mode (rewind, play/stop, fast forward) or RECORD mode (play, record, stop) while playing an instrument or recording at a distance from the computer
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USB bus-powered, perfect for mobile recording
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Up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording
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Includes Steinberg Cubase LE 6 software bundle
Sample Rates |
44.1, 48, 88.2, 176.4 and 192 kHz |
Bit Rates |
16- or 24-bit (internal operation is 24-bit) |
Inputs |
2 x XLR Microphone 2 x 1/4" TRS phone Line (balanced) 2 x RCA coaxial (when set to INPUT with the line I/O switch)* |
Input Impedance |
Microphone: 2.2kΩ Line: 15kΩ Instrument: 1MΩ Line RCA: 15kΩ* |
Nominal Input Level |
Microphone -65 dBu (maximum input) -22 dBu (minimum input) Line TRS -39 dBu (maximum input) +4 dBu (minimum input) Instrument -55 dBV (maximum input) -12 dBV (minimum input) Line RCA -10 dBV* |
Maximum Input Level |
Microphone: -6 dBu Line TRS: +20 dBu Instrument: +4dBV Line RCA: +6 dBV |
Outputs |
2 x 1/4" TRS phone Line 2 x RCA phono Line (when set to OUTPUT with the line I/O switch) 1 x 1/4" TRS Headphone |
Output Impedance |
1/4" TRS: 100Ω RCA phono: 200Ω |
Nominal Output Level |
1/4" TRS: +4 dBu RCA phono: -10 dBV |
Maximum Output Level |
1/4" TRS: +20 dBu RCA phono: +6 dBV Headphone: 18mW + 18mW or more (THD + N 0.1% or less 32Ω loaded) |
Digital Inputs |
1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF** 1 x TOSLink optical S/PDIF** **Input format choice selected via the DSP mixer |
Digital Outputs |
1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF or AES/EBU*** 1 x TOSLink optical S/PDIF or AES/EBU*** ***Format selection via the DSP mixer |
Other Connectors |
USB Type B, 4-pin (supports USB 1.1) USB 2.0 high speed mass storage class format 1 x 2.5 mm stereo mini for optional RC-3F Remote Footswitch |
Frequency Response |
Mic Preamp: 10 Hz to 68 kHz, +0.5/-3.0 dB Mic In to Line Out: 10 Hz to 68 kHz, +0.5/-3.0 dB Mic In to Phones: 10 Hz to 30 kHz, +0.5/-1.0 dB |
THD |
0.0045% or less (Mic In to Line Out, Input 1 and 2 knobs at minimum, 88.2/96 kHz) |
Dynamic Range |
ADC: 102 dB (44.1 kHz, A-weighted) DAC: 106 dB (44.1 kHz, A-weighted) |
Noise |
SNR: 98 dB or more (Mic In to Line Out, Input 1 and 2 knobs at minimum, 88.2/96 kHz) EIN: -120 dBu or less (Mic In to Line Out, Inputs 1 and 2 knobs at maximum, 88.2/96 kHz) |
Operating Temperature |
41 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) |
Power Requirements |
USB bus (5V, maximum 500mA) 2.5W power consumption |
System Requirements |
Mac OS X Snow Leopard(10.6.8) OS X Lion OS X Mountain Lion Core Audio driver PC Windows XP 32-bit SP3 or more, 64-bit SP2 or more Windows 7, 32- and 64-bit Windows 8, 32- and 64-bit ASIO2.0, WDM(MME) drivers |
Dimensions (WxDxH) |
5.5 x 5.5 x 1.7" (140 x 140 x 42mm) |
Weight |
17.6 oz (500g) |
Condition | New |
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SKU | TCM-US366 |
UPC | 43774028658 |