Tascam Studio Bridge

The Model Series Studio Bridge is quite literally the bridge between analog mixers and digital recording devices whether you use a DAW or prefer a DAWless setup. Preserve the lush analog tone from your mixing console while tracking and mixing to your DAW of choice or to the Studio Bridge's on-board multitrack recorder. Tracks recorded to the on-board recorder or your DAW can be returned to your analog console for mix summing, turning digital recordings into warm analog productions. Whether tracking at a personal recording studio or a live environment, the Studio Bridge handles all your needs with ease.

FEATURES

• On-board 24-track multitrack recorder using SDXC SD card (punch-in/out supported)

• 24-IN/24-OUT USB audio interface

• 24 DB25 analog line level input and output

• DAW transport control and REC READY control via HUI/MCU

• Dedicated Settings Panel application with Meter Bridge MIDI IN/OUT allows USB MIDI interface and MIDI sync, 1/4" audio click output with tempo control

• Headphone and Local Monitor Output

• Dual Footswitch control

• 44.1k/48kHz 16/24bit WAV(BWF) format

• Recording media SD card up to 512GB

• MTC output and MIDI clock with Song Position Pointer

• Built in Metronome and Click Out

• 19-inch Rack-mountable with optional AK-RMSTBG

24-Channel Modular Multitrack Recorder DAWLess solution
Your analog mixer can connect to the Studio Bridge as a modular recorder with 24 channels. Easily record and mix 24 tracks with the Studio Bridge - no computer required. You can even sum your mixes to the onboard recorder and export stereo mix .wav files for release-ready productions.

24-IN/24-OUT Audio/MIDI Interface for DAWs
TASCAM knows you want true analog flavor on your DAW recordings, and we’re here to help. Your analog mixer can easily connect to your DAW using the Studio Bridge as a 24-IN/24-OUT audio interface. You can record directly into any DAW and even create a summed mix using your console and outboard gear with audio returns.

DAW Transport Controller and Dedicated Meter Bridge Software
Studio Bridge also works as a DAW transport controller. Rec/Play/Stop and Rec Ready buttons link directly to your DAW for ease of use. The control software includes a digital meter bridge which is available for PC /Mac to monitor audio levels on each channel, including the stereo master bus.

* DAW control operation has been confirmed with the following DAW software:

• Avid Pro Tools

• Apple Logic Pro

• MOTU Digital Performer

• Steinberg Cubase

• Ableton Live

• Cakewalk by BandLab

• PreSonus Studio One

• Cockos REAPER

• Steinberg Cubasis 3.3

MIDI Synchronization for Your Sequencers
With MIDI In/Out ports, your favorite drum machines, sequencers, synths, and controllers can easily be integrated into any production.

Unlock your creativity with your go-to analog hardware and the Studio Bridge.

Live Recording Applications
In live environments the Studio Bridge becomes your mobile recording studio when connected to your mixing console. Just one piece of gear - no complex system, no computer required.

Inputs / Outputs
With 24-INS and 24-OUTS over DB25 connectors, the Studio Bridge has more than enough I/O for tracking and mixing larger productions. Plus, no preamps means you can preserve that bold, beautiful analog signal chain you’ve put so much effort into creating.

Local Monitoring
Monitor inputs and track sources through the dedicated headphone/local monitor section on the front panel of the Studio Bridge.

Solo function
Solo any of the 24 inputs quickly by pushing shift and REC to the corresponding track. To check if any channels are in solo mode, a quick glance to the master section will reveal if the solo indicator is live.

Click out
Precision is a must. Keep your performers on time and locked in with the internal metronome and dedicated TRS click output.

SPECIFICATIONS

Recorder specifications     
Supported media: SD (512 MB to 2 GB), SDHC (4 GB to 32 GB), SDXC (64 GB to 512 GB) *(Class 10 or higher)
Recording format: WAV (BWF)
Playback format: WAV (BWF)
Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
Quantization bit depth: 16-bit / 24-bit
Maximum number of recording tracks: 24
Maximum number of input and output channels: Inputs: 24 / Outputs: 24

Analog audio input/output ratings     
Line input connectors (1–8, 9–16, 17–24)
Pin assignments (same for 1–8, 9–16 and 17–24) TASCAM DB-25 Pinout Standard (AES59-2012 compliant)
Connector: 25-pin balanced D-sub
Fixed screws: No. 4-40 UNC (inch type)
Maximum input level: +24 dBu
Nominal input level: +4 dBu
Input impedance: 10 kΩ or more

Line output connectors (1–8, 9–16, 17–24)
Pin assignments (same for 1–8, 9–16 and 17–24) TASCAM DB-25 Pinout Standard (AES59-2012 compliant)
Connector: 25-pin balanced D-sub
Fixed screws: No. 4-40 UNC (inch type)
Maximum output level: +24 dBu
Nominal output level: +4 dBu
Output impedance: 200 Ω

PHONES/LOCAL MONITOR jack     
Connector: 6.3mm (1/4") standard stereo jack
Maximum output: 80 mW + 80 mW (into 32Ω load)
Working impedance: 16 to 600 Ω

USB     
Connector: USB Type-B
Transfer format: USB 2.0 High-Speed
Device classes: Mass storage, USB audio class 2.0 (USB class compliant)

USB audio
Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz
Quantization bit depth: 24-bit
Number of inputs: 24 channels (Output from this unit)
Number of outputs: 24 channels (Input to this unit)

CLICK OUT Jack Connector: 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
FOOTSWITCH Jack Connector: 6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jack (Tip: FOOTSW1, Ring: FOOTSW2, Sleeve: GND, supports momentary (unlatch) types)

MIDI OUT connector     
Connector: 5-pin DIN
Format: MIDI 1.0

MIDI IN connector     
Connector: 5-pin DIN
Format: MIDI 1.0

Power: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 20W

Dimensions
Dimensions with side panels: 446.5 × 114.6 × 269.5 mm (W × H × D, including protrusions)
Dimensions without side panels: 414.6 × 114.6 × 269.5 mm (W × H × D, including protrusions)
Weight: 4.5kg

Operating temperature range: 0–40°C (32–104°F)
Operating humidity range: 5–85% (without condensation)
Included

• Studio Bridge × 1

• Power cord (for Japan/USA, 3-pronged with protective grounding) × 1

• Power cord (for other, 3-pronged with protective grounding) × 1

• 3-prong to 2-prong adapter (for Japan) × 1

• Safety Guide (with warranty) × 1

• TASCAM ID registration guide × 1

Note: 0dBV = 1Vrms, 0dBu = 0.775Vrms

Audio performance
(Line in ➝ line out for both 44.1kHz and 48kHz sampling rates)
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.3/−0.7 dB, 1 kHz)
Dynamic range: 100 dB or more (22kHz LPF + A-weight)
Total harmonic distortion ratio (THD+N): 0.003% or less (1 kHz, at maximum input level)
Crosstalk: −100 dB or less (1kHz BPF)

Recording times
Recording format: Recording time (hours: minutes) for 32GB card
16-bit/44.1kHz WAV, 24 tracks: 4:10
16-bit/48kHz WAV, 24 tracks: 3:50
24-bit/44.1kHz WAV, 24 tracks: 2:47
24-bit/48kHz WAV, 24 tracks: 2:33
The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD card in use.

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