Zoom R12 MultiTrak 8-Track Portable Recorder with Touchscreen and USB-C Interface

The Zoom R12 MultiTrak is a compact, portable digital recording studio designed for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who need professional multi-track recording capabilities away from a traditional computer setup. Combining a multi-channel mixer, recorder, and transport controls in one unit, it allows for recording, editing, and mixing of music or audio projects directly on the device. Its core function is to capture up to two tracks simultaneously while providing eight tracks for playback, making it suitable for building songs layer by layer or recording live performances. Key features include a user-friendly 2.4-inch full-colour LCD touchscreen for intuitive editing, two XLR/TRS combo inputs with switchable +48V phantom power for microphones, and a high-impedance (Hi-Z) option on input 1 for directly connecting instruments like guitars or basses. The recorder saves high-quality WAV files at 44.1kHz with 16 or 24-bit depth directly to SDHC or SDXC cards up to 1TB in capacity. For creative flexibility, it includes a multi-effects processor with reverb, delay, chorus, and access to Zoom's Guitar Lab software presets, plus a built-in compressor, 3-band EQ, and pan controls for each track. Practical for mobile use, it can be powered by four AA batteries (providing up to five hours of operation), an included AC adapter, or a USB power bank. The R12 is particularly well-suited for singer-songwriters, bands practising or demoing ideas, podcasters recording interviews, and educators creating audio content. Its integrated USB-C port allows it to function as a 2-in/4-out audio interface for connecting to a Mac or PC, enabling seamless transfer of recordings to digital audio workstation (DAW) software. The unit also serves as a control surface for DAW transport functions. With 150 preloaded drum loops, an internal 18-sound synthesizer, and sequence play functionality for live backing tracks, it provides a complete toolkit for music production. Its all-in-one design eliminates the need for a laptop in the initial recording phase, making it an ideal solution for capturing inspiration anywhere.