Zoom R12 MultiTrak Portable Recorder and Control Surface

The Zoom R12 MultiTrak Portable Recorder and Control Surface takes its rightful place as a definitive yet highly transportable, multifunctional all-in-one command centre for new music production; such that the R12’s 8-track, 24-bit / 44.1 kHz digital recorder with 2x4 audio interface (that lives inside its battery powered chassis) connects up musicians’ desktop workspaces so that they can zoom in on making music anywhere they are. For the twist the R12 MultiTrak takes on modern music making, the machine dons many hats: you have control surface functionality, 150 preloaded drum loops, a programmable click track, an FX channel with one of four options, compressor on inputs 1 and 2, pan and 3-band EQ control per track, a tuner, and even highly musical FM synthesiser, such that you can record albums, perform live or produce streaming content, driven by sequence play for sequence play for backing tracks with the Zoom R12 MultiTrak Portable Recorder and Control Surface.

Musical Freedom, Battery Powered

Built for musicians who live to make music, the R12 MultiTrak from Zoom is a comprehensive and highly portable, all-in-one production surface, packing an 8-track, 24-bit / 44.1 kHz digital recorder with 2x4 audio interface capability in a battery powered chassis, allowing you to make music anywhere you are. The R12 wears many hats for the modern musician, featuring control surface functionality, 150 preloaded drum loops, a customizable click track, a dedicated FX channel with four options, a compressor on inputs 1 and 2, pan and 3-band EQ control per track, a tuner, and even a highly musical FM synthesizer, letting you easily record albums, perform live, or produce quality streaming content thanks to features like sequence play for backing tracks.

The R12 sports a large, colorful 2.4" LCD touchscreen with intuitive control functions like swipe editing, two XLR-1/4" TRS combo inputs, with Hi-Z on input 1 and selectable phantom power on both, balanced 1/4" monitor outputs, a 3.5mm output with support for high-powered headphones, and a USB-C terminal for audio interface and bus power duties (cable included). Powering the R12 is as simple as loading in four AA batteries for up to 5 hours of continuous use, and you can also power the unit with the included AD-17 AC adapter, providing three methods of powering your recorder.

Amazing Sound

The R12 has super-clean preamps that musicians will love. With two XLR-1/4" inputs, and 8 tracks of audio, the R12 is perfect for recording everything from demos to release-ready songs.

And with a compact and mobile form factor, you can record and mix songs directly on the R12 without a computer. Use the full-color LCD touchscreen to cut, copy, loop, and edit your tracks with ease.

Fully Loaded

The R12 includes a send effects channel offering reverb, chorus, and delay with a dedicated effects return fader. For advanced tones, you can use presets and effects from Zoom's Guitar Lab. The R12 also has pan and a 3-channel EQ for each track and a compressor on inputs 1 and 2.

Take It Everywhere

The R12 provides up to 5 hours on four AA batteries, allowing you to bring your production anywhere. Additionally, you can use the R12 with the included AD-17 power adapter or a USB battery.

Playback or Play Along

Use Sequence Play to create a playlist of your projects. Then use them as backing tracks, whether you’re playing live or rehearsing a set.

With 150 preloaded drum loops in a variety of patterns and genres, the R12 provides a versatile rhythm section for any project. And you can add additional audio samples by importing files into your R12 via microSD card or USB thumb drive.

Interface, Control Surface, and Time Keeper

Use the R12 as a stereo audio interface with your favorite DAW or streaming platform, via USB-C. As a control surface, the transport controls and faders make it easy to adjust and control your software during production.

Activate the fully customizable click track with the press of a button. Click balance blends the metronome with your playback audio and routes it to your headphones and/or the main outputs.

Add Some Synth for Good Measure

The R12 has 18 FM synth instruments built in. They can be played by plugging in a MIDI keyboard via USB-C, or programmed using the touchscreen.