Tascam Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer Recorder Usb Audio Interface

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Record a podcast with up to four people with the TASCAM Mixcast 4, a tabletop mixer and recorder with sound effects, independent headphone outputs, and mix-minus functionality, for live or streamed guests and more. With the Mixcast 4, you'll have everything you need to record a high-quality multicast podcast straight to an SD card or straight to a stereo USB feed, for instantaneous streaming over your favorite platform.

You'll enjoy the form factor of eight faders at your fingertips, as well as the eight sound-effect pads, and the built-in 5" touchscreen for deeper control. You'll be able to record up to 14 tracks at a time straight to an SD card, or record stereo over USB straight to your DAW, or streaming platform. In addition to TASCAM's Podcast Editor Software, the Mixcast 4 ships with an included AC adapter and a USB Type-C cable.

Podcast Recorder and Mixer in One Box 4 Combo XLR-1/4" Mic/Line Inputs 8 Faders to Control Audio Levels Onboard and USB Multitrack Recording Mix-Minus for Phone Call Interviews Bluetooth 4 Headphone Outputs for Host and Guests 8 Pads and 8 Banks for Instant Sound FX USB Interface for Streaming Includes Software, USB Cable & Adapter

Key Specs
Channels of I/O	USB: 14 Inputs / 2 Outputs
Built-In DSP	Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate	48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs	4
Input Level Adjustment	8x Fader
Number of Headphone Mixes	4x Guest
Analog Audio I/O	4x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic Input 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line/Smartphone Input 4x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Host Connection	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant)
Power Requirements	AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
Parameters
Channels of I/O	USB: 14 Inputs / 2 Outputs
Built-In DSP	Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate	48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs	4
Built-In Microphone	No
Input Level Adjustment	8x Fader
Number of Headphone Mixes	4x Guest
Signal Processing
Pad	No
Gain/Trim Range	Mic Inputs: 66.5 dB
High-Pass Filter	No
Solo/Mute	Solo, Mute per Input Channel
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O	4x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic Input 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line/Smartphone Input 4x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Line Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power	48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O	No
Host Connection	1x USB-C (Class-Compliant)
Host Connection Protocol	USB 2.0
USB (Non-Host)	No
MIDI I/O	No
Expansion Slots	No
Wireless	Bluetooth
Performance
Frequency Response	Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (JEITA)
Maximum Input Level	Mic Inputs: +10 dBu (Min Gain) 1/4" Line Inputs: +24 dBu 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs: +8 dBV
Maximum Output Level	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: +6 dBV 1/4" Monitor Outputs: +20 dBu
Headphone Output Power	1/4": 45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms (0.1% THD)
Impedance	Mic Inputs: 2.1 Kilohms 1/4" Line Inputs: 11 Kilohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs: 12 Kilohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs: 200 Ohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Inputs: 2 Kilohms 1/4" Monitor Outputs: 200 Ohms
SNR	Mic Inputs: 101 dB (A-Weighted)
THD	Mic Inputs: 0.003% (A-Weighted)
Crosstalk	≥ 95 dB
EIN	Mic Inputs: ≤ -125 dBu (150-Ohm Source, Max Gain)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates	48 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion	No
Bit Depths	24-Bit
Sync Sources	No
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot	Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Compatibility
OS Compatibility	Computer: macOS 10.15 or Later / Windows 10 or Later Mobile: Android/iOS
Required Hardware	Available USB-A Port
Power
Power Requirements	AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC/DC Power Adapter	12 VDC, Center-Positive (Included)
Power Consumption	12.5 W (Maximum)
Physical
Operating Conditions	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions	14.8 x 10.4 x 2.2" / 37.5 x 26.4 x 5.7 cm 14.8 x 10.5 x 2.8" / 37.5 x 26.7 x 7.1 cm (Including Controls and Protrusions)
Weight	5.7 lb / 2.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	7.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	16 x 12 x 5"

Record up to four people in person with the built-in mic pres, which accept XLR-1/4" connections for all manner of microphones. In addition, you'll find stereo line inputs with selectable 1/4" or 3.5mm connections to interface with phones and consumer devices. Pair this with a Bluetooth input for wireless connections to phones and devices, and you'll have everything you need to capture audio for all your guests.

Stereo line inputs and the Bluetooth inputs both come with mix-minus functionality, so your remote guests won't hear an echo of themselves when they're talking.

Four independently controlled headphone outputs are on hand, but that's not all. A 3.5mm TRRS headphone output mirrors headphone output 1, should you only have a headset with a 3.5mm connection on hand. The Mixcast 4 also provides a Talkback function that allows you to speak to the participants privately over their headphones, as well as guests connected via USB, smartphone, and Bluetooth.

With 8 faders and 8 sound pads (in 8 banks) under your fingers, you'll feel like a consummate professional. You'll have full sound pad control for editing and triggering sound effects, and transport functionality for one-touch recording. Adjust levels between pads and switch sound pad banks while recording for access to more sounds. There's even a normalizing function for pad sources.

Export files in WAV, MP3, and MP4 formats.

Record to an SD card to work without a computer, or route the Mixcast 4 into a Mac, Windows, iOS, or Android device for a 14-in / 2-out audio capture.

The Mixcast 4 comes with TASCAM's Podcast Editor software, for basic editing and mixing duties as well as control over the sound pads.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I use this as an audio interface recording into DaVinci Resolve/Audacity with multiple mics, does it record each mic as separate, individual tracks or is it all mixed down into one track?

A: When used as an audio interface, the TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface will capture all tracks individually.

Q: 2. Is this possible to use with teams/zoom meetings where I can turn off headphone monitoring, and hear audio with no feedback?

A: Yes, live monitoring can be disabled on the TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface.

Q: 3. Hi, the onboard MicroSD card recording can be up to 192/24 or 48khz, please?

A: The internal recorder operates only at 24-bit/48kHz. The USB interface up to can output sample rates up to 192 kHz

Q: 4. Does the talkback feature work as a broadcast mixer?

A: The Talkback function on the TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface allows you to speak to the participants privately over their headphones, as well as guests connected via USB, smartphone, and Bluetooth.

Q: 5. Are you able to change the recording to either stereo or mono audio tracks on this device?

A: The TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface has four mono mic inputs and two stereo line inputs. These cannot be swapped or reconfigured, but if you have a stereo microphone for example, you can record the left and right channels as mono tracks and group them into a stereo track in your DAW or audio editor.

Q: 6. Can two of these be chained together into a PC for more channels during multi-track recording?

A: No, it would not be possible to connect multiple USB mixers to one computer for a single recording.

Q: 7. Are there 2 SD slots? One for recording the mix and one for loading samples?

A: No. The TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface has one SD slot that is used for recording and playback.

Q: 8. What is the max GB for the SD card?

A: The Tascam Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface accepts SDXC memory cards up to 512GB and SDHC memory cards up to 32GB.

Q: 9. Does the SD Card record each channel individually and what is the highest quality files that it generates? 192? 160?

A: This has a 24 track recorder built in with sample rates and resolutions up to 48kHz at 24bit.

Q: 10. What is the preAmp gain on the Mic inputs? Am I going to need a cloudlifter to operate my RE-20

A: Tascam lists the gain range for the Mixcast 4 as 66.5 dB which should be sufficient for the RE-20.

Todd	25/09/2024
[8x Fader] Had an amazing recording session last weekend and tracked drums - these pres sound great and totally delivered - the output to my monitors is clean and punchy sounds way better than my 1824c PreSonus (Tascam FTW here) Zero regrets the best gear purchase in a long while.. Plus B&H rocks of course big love to your peoples!! xo 5

Joseph	12/09/2024
[4] The mixer is very easy and quick to set up, feels solid and well made, and can work for a many different types of projects. I set mine up for a podcast in under ten minutes with limited knowledge on audio mixers, so it is very intuitive and the multi-track recording made it very easy to edit and publish. 5

Brian	06/09/2024
[16 x 12 x 5"] I've used other brands of podcast mixers before and TASCAM's Mixcast 4 is by far the easiest. Whether you're an amateur or a pro, the Mixcast 4 is extremely user-friendly. You can plug and play using the default settings (which are actually pretty decent straight out of the gate) or you can add compression, noise gating, or a couple other useful tools. The pads are really easy to load or sync from your computer too; there are even more banks than I ever had with the competitor's unit. TASCAM really outdid themselves on this one. Cheers! 5

Darrell	01/09/2024
[USB 2.0] Tried and true. The Mixcast 4 is a beast,...user friendly, and an absolute contender for it's competitor. The bundle package is the best option (imo) to go with, particularly if you want to have the full set up day one. 5

John	25/08/2024
[4x Guest] Plead guilty to having more money than common sense in this regard and therefore, at the moment, I have both devices (line out from Rode to Mixcast downstream) and they are both very well built, big bang for the bucks and very comparable. Comes down to personal preference. I have long experience with Tascam products, not so with Rode. Mixcast sliders VERY smooth and absolutely silent. Rode a tiny bit rough and tiny noise. Mix stores more sound pad recordings because it utilizes the SD card. Rode uses limited internal memory. With a little larger display, Mix shows sound pad labels WITH the VU meter (a biggie for me). Rode on separate screen page. Rode has quicker access to Mic modifications with dedicated buttons above sliders. Mix has fun voice changer that can be assigned to a sound pad button (for one mic). Rode uses micro SD cards (and I personally hate those tiny things) whereas Mix uses full size. To these old ears, sound quality comparable which I happen to think is largely a matter of Mic anyway (and BTW I highly recommend the Shure FM7Bs). So, MY personal preference is the Mixcast but only by a nose. Me thinks, one can't go wrong. 5

Michael	04/08/2024
[4x Guest] Love my Mixcast 4 bundle kit with the 512 Limelight mic. Awesome setup for podcasting. Especially like the Bluetooth input! Great kit 5

Lalith	25/06/2024
[48 kHz / 24-Bit] This is one of the best podcasting mixer products. B&H provided a great bundle for a low price. 5

Walter	23/06/2024
[≥ 95 dB ] This is their best one yet!! Solid build, excellent sound and it’s learning curve is minimal. A lot of recorder for this amount of money. Everything is silky smooth with this machine. My favorite Tascam purchase ever. Hats off to them for this one. Highly recommend, period. 5

Abel	06/06/2024
[48 kHz ] Works great can't even tell it's used 5

Frank	09/05/2024
[≥ 95 dB ] I'm a journalist who records voice overs and many interviews, both over phones and via Zoom, in a home studio. I've used the Rodecaster Pro, Rodecaster Pro II, Focusrite Vocaster 2 and now the Tascam Mixcast 4. For my work, I prefer the Tascam device over the others. The Rodecaster Pro II would work fine one minute and need a re-set the next. It was too complex and not reliable enough for my work. The Tascam does it all for me and is rock solid reliable. It it built well and the latest software is very stable and intuitive. I like having separate Bluetooth and hard-wired mobile phone interface. All the features are naturally laid out and easier to use than the other devices. Though the included DAW is nice, I tend to use stereo files sent to the desktop of my iMac. At the $299 B&H price, this device is very cost effective and an excellent performer. 5