The Zoom R12 Multi-Track Recorder/Interface/Controller is a portable, all-in-one music production device that functions as a multitrack recorder, audio interface, and control surface. It features eight tracks for recording, two XLR/TRS combo inputs with phantom power, and a color touchscreen for editing and navigation. It can be powered by AA batteries, a USB connection, or an optional AC adapter, making it suitable for both studio and on-the-go use.
| Connectors | 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks (Balanced, XLR: 2 HOT / TRS: TIP HOT |
|---|---|
| Input gain | +6 ~ +50 dB |
| Input impedance XLR | 3.9 kΩ TRS: 3.9 kΩ/1 MΩ (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 Ω input |
| Frequency response | −1.0/+0.5 dB: 20 Hz – 20 kHz |