Zoom R12
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R12
Product Info
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The R12 is a surprisingly capable little multitrack recorder – a real workhorse for singer-songwriters, podcasters, and anyone wanting to capture ideas quickly. It's got a nice, clean sound, and the touchscreen makes navigation pretty straightforward. Great value for a mobile recording setup.
Product Description
- Zoom R12
- Mobile Multitrack Recorder
- 2 Recording and 8 playback tracks (24Bit / 44.1kHz)
- Colour 2.4" LCD touchscreen
- Effect send with choice of reverb
- chorus
- delay or Zoom Guitar Lab preset
- 3-Band EQ and panorama adjustable for each track
- Compressor for inputs 1 and 2
- 150 Rhythm patterns plus built-in metronome and tuner
- Internal synthesiser with 18 sounds
- 2 Microphone and line inputs (XLR/TRS combo jack) with low-noise preamps (+48V phantom power switchable)
- Channel 1 with switchable Hi-Z instrument input
- USB-C audio interface with 2 inputs and 4 outputs
- Direct recording to microSDHC cards (max. 32 GB) and microSDXC cards (max. 1 TB)
- Power supply via external mains adapter
- batteries (4x type AA) or USB power bank
- Stereo output: 2x 6.3 mm TRS jack
- Stereo headphone output: 3.5 mm TRS jack
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 256 x 158 x 61mm
- Weight: 827 g
- Incl. Zoom AD-17 power supply
- USB cable and Quick Start Guide
PROS
- • Excellent low-noise preamps handle dynamic vocals and instruments well.
- • Intuitive touchscreen simplifies complex multitrack recording workflows.
- • Built-in synth provides surprisingly usable sounds for quick demos.
- • Compact size and multiple power options enhance portability significantly.
CONS
- • Limited track count restricts complexity for larger ensemble recordings.
- • LCD screen resolution could be sharper for detailed editing.
- • Plastic enclosure feels less premium than more expensive studio recorders.
Product Video
Key Features
Tracks
8 playback, 2 recording
Max Sample Rate
44.1kHz
Effects
Reverb, Chorus, Delay, Guitar Lab presets, 3-Band EQ, Compressor
Storage
MicroSD (up to 1TB)
Connections
2 XLR/TRS combo jacks, USB-C (2 in, 4 out), 2x 6.3mm TRS, Headphone out
Weight
760g
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's decent, but don't expect boutique amp modeling; it provides a usable, clean signal for further processing.
Yes, it functions as a USB audio interface, but latency might be a factor depending on your computer’s processing power.
They're preset patterns, but you can adjust tempo and key, offering some flexibility for basic song structures.
