Overview
Built for musicians who create wherever inspiration strikes, the Zoom R12 MultiTrak is a compact, all-in-one production hub combining an 8-track, 24-bit/44.1 kHz digital recorder with a 2×4 audio interface—all in a battery-powered chassis that lets you produce music anywhere. Designed to meet the needs of modern creators, the R12 offers control-surface functionality, 150 preloaded drum loops, a customizable click track, a dedicated FX channel with four effect types, compressors on inputs 1 and 2, per-track pan and 3-band EQ, a tuner, and even a built-in FM synthesizer. With features such as sequence play for backing tracks, it’s equally suited for recording full albums, performing live, or producing streaming-ready content.
The R12 includes a bright, 2.4″ color touchscreen for intuitive navigation and swipe editing. Two XLR-1/4″ combo inputs are provided—input 1 includes a Hi-Z option for guitar, while both inputs offer selectable phantom power. Balanced 1/4″ monitor outputs, a 3.5mm headphone output capable of driving high-power headphones, and a USB-C port for interface use and bus power (cable included) round out its connectivity. Power can be supplied in three ways: four AA batteries for up to 5 hours of operation, the included AD-17 AC adapter, or USB-C bus power—giving you flexible options wherever you record.
Included
- Zoom R12Â
- AD-17 AC Adapter
- USB-C Cable
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Specifications
| Form Factor |
Desktop
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| Number of Tracks |
WAV:
8 (2 Inputs + Stereo Mix) |
| Maximum Simultaneous Tracks |
2x Recording / 8x Playback (at 44.1 kHz)
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| Display |
1x 2.4″ Color LCD Touchscreen (Backlit)
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| Maximum Sampling Rate |
44.1 kHz / 24-Bit
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| Number of Microphone Inputs |
2
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| Built-In Microphone |
No
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| Input Level Adjustment |
2x Knob
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| Sample Pads |
No
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| Gain/Trim Range |
+6 dB to +50 dB
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| EQ |
Input Channels:
3-Band Shelving (Mono Channels) |
| EQ Parameters |
High: ±12 dB at 10 kHz
Mid: ±12 dB at 2.5 kHz Low: ±12 dB at 100 Hz |
| Dynamic Processing |
Input Channels:
Compressor, Limiter, Gate |
| Solo/Mute |
Solo, Mute per Input Channel
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| Built-In Effects |
10x Effect (Type Unspecified)
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| Analog Audio I/O |
2x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input
2x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Line Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output |
| Phantom Power |
48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
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| Digital Audio I/O |
No
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| Host Connection Protocol |
USB 2.0
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| USB (Non-Host) |
No
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| Sync I/O |
No
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| Network I/O |
No
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| MIDI I/O |
No
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| Frequency Response |
20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-1 dB
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| Maximum Output Level |
+1 dBu
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| Headphone Output Power |
1/8″ / 3.5 mm:
45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance |
Combo XLR-1/4″ Mic/Line Inputs:
3.9 Kilohms 1/4″ Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm |
| Metronome |
Tempo Range: 40.0 to 250.0 BPM
Time Signatures: 3/4, 4/4, 6/8 |
| Rhythm |
Number of Loops: 150
Sound Force Format: PCM |
| Synth Section |
Sound Source Format : FM
Polyphone: 8 Number of Sound Types: 18 (Plus PCM Drum Kit) |
| Tuner |
Chromatic
Guitar Bass Open A Open D Open E Open G DADGAD |
| Audio File Formats |
Recording:
WAV |
| Sample Rates |
44.1 kHz
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| Bit Depths |
16 / 24-Bit
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| Supported Media |
microSDXC Card
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| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
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| Supported Media Capacity |
1 TB Maximum
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| OS Compatibility |
macOS / Windows
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| Power Requirements |
Battery, USB Bus Power
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| DC Input Power |
5 VDC at 1A (USB Bus Power)
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| AC/DC Power Adapter |
5 VDC at 1 A
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| Battery Type |
4x AA
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| Approximate Battery Life |
5 Hours (AA Alkaline)
5 Hours (AA NiMH) 11 Hours (AA Lithium) |
| Dimensions |
10.1 x 6.2 x 2.4″ / 256 x 158 x 61 mm
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| Weight |
29.2 oz / 827.0 g (with Batteries)
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| Package Weight |
2.415 lb
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| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
12.4 x 7.1 x 2.7″
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