Zoom R12 Multi Track Portable Recorder
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The R12 is made for musicians who live to make music. And they want the freedom to make music wherever they go.
All You Need On-Board
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.
Amazing Sound
The R12 has super-clean preamps, and you’ll love the way they sound. With two XLR/TRS inputs and 8 tracks of audio, the R12 is perfect for recording everything from demos to release-ready songs.
Fully Loaded
The R12 includes a send effects channel offering reverb, chorus, and delay with dedicated effects return fader. For advanced tones, you can use presets and effects from Zooms’ Guitar Lab. The R12 also has a pan and a 3-channel EQ for each track and a compressor on inputs 1 and 2.
Playback and Play Along
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.
It Starts With A Groove
With 150 preloaded drum loops in a variety of patterns and genres, the R12 provides a versatile rhythm section for any project.
Import Audio Files
Add additional audio samples by importing files into your R12 via a Micro SD card or USB thumb drive.
Take It Everywhere
The R12 provides up to 5 hours on four AA batteries allowing you to bring your production anywhere. Additionally, you can power the R12 with the optional AD-17 adapter, or a USB battery.
From Headphones to Monitors
The R12 includes an ⅛-inch stereo headphone jack as well as dedicated ¼” monitor outputs.
Expanded Control
Musicians can also plug in their iOS devices to use the optional R12 Control App.
** R12 Control App available in late 2022.
Interface + Control Surface
Use the R12 as a stereo audio interface with your favorite DAW or streaming platform, via USB-C. As a control surface, the transport controls and faders make it easy to adjust and control your software during production.
Connections For Everything
Connect microphones, instruments, or line-level devices like keyboards, mixing boards, and more.
Hi-Z
Input 1 on the R12 has a Hi-Z switch, allowing you to plug your guitar directly into the recorder.
Phantom Power
Both inputs on the R12 offer 48V Phantom Power for condenser microphones.
Stay In Time. Every Time
Activate the fully customizable click track with the press of a button. Use the click balance section to blend the metronome with your playback audio and route it to your headphones and/or the main outputs.
Add Some Synth
The R12 has 18 FM synth instruments built in that can be played by plugging in a MIDI keyboard via USB-C or programmed using the touchscreen.
User Presets
| Ports | 1 |
- Cards compatible with microSDHC specifications 4 GB – 32 GB
- Cards compatible with microSDXC specifications 64 GB – 1 TB
- High: 10 kHz, ±12 dB, shelving
- Middle: 2.5 kHz, ±12 dB, peaking
- Low: 100 Hz, ±12 dB, shelving
- 3 types can be used simultaneously
- 50 patch memories
- Guitar Lab supported
- Can be assigned and used as an insert (input) or send effect
- 2-in/2-out or 2-in/2-out (iPad)
- USB 2.0 Full Speed
- 44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit
- 2-in/4-out
- USB 2.0 High Speed
- 44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit
- Device: USB 2.0 High Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied when host)
- Host: USB 2.0 High Speed (5V/200 mA power supplied)
Zoom R12 Multi Track Portable Recorder
Inputs
| Mic/Line (mono) | 2 |
| Connectors | 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (Balanced, XLR: 2 HOT / TRS: TIP HOT） |
| Input gain | +6 ~ +50 dB |
| Input impedance | XLR: 3.9 kOhm TRS: 3.9 kOhm/1 MOhm (when Hi-Z ON, INPUT 1 only) |
| Phantom power | +48 V (switchable separately for INPUTS 1 and 2) |
| Equivalent input noise | –121 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +50 dB/150 Ohm input |
| Frequency response | −1.0/+0.5 dB: 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
Outputs
| Master out | 1 |
| Connectors | 2 TRS phone jacks (balanced) |
| Maximum output level | +14 dBu |
| Output impedance | 200 Ohm |
| Phones | 1 |
| Connectors | 1 stereo 3.5mm 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 | |
Track Settings
| EQ | |
| Pan | L100 – R100 |
Effects
| Input dynamics | Comp/Limiter/Gate |
| Patch memory effects | |
| Dedicated send effects | 10 types of spatial effects |
Tuner
| 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 |
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
| Display | 2.4 inch (320×240) full-color touchscreen LCD |
USB
| Connector | USB Type-C |
| Note | Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported. |
| Audio interface function | |
| Mass storage function | |
| Guitar lab connection | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| DAW Connection (Control surface) | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| Mass storage function | |
| USB MIDI Keyboard Connection | USB 1.1 Full Speed (5 V/200 mA power supplied) |
Power
| Batteries | 4 AA (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) |
| AC adapter | ZOOM AD-17 (5V/1.0A) |
Estimated Continuous Operation Time Using Batteries
| During playback with +48V off and 32Ohm headphone load | |
| Alkaline batteries | about 5 hours |
| NiMH batteries (1900 mAh) | about 5 hours |
| Lithium batteries | about 11 hours |
| • The above values are approximate. • Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions. |
Others
| Power consumption | 5 W maximum |
| Dimensions | 256 × 158 × 61mm |
| Weight (including batteries) | 827 g |
Shipping & Returns
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
