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Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects
Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects
Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects
Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects
Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects
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Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder - Touchscreen, 8-Track, Effects

★★★★★3.9 (35 reviews)

A portable 8-track recorder with touchscreen editing, built-in effects, drum patterns, and USB audio interface capability.

$299.99*
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Overview

The Zoom R12 MultiTrak Recorder is built for musicians who want to capture, edit, and mix ideas without being tethered to a computer. Its touchscreen interface mimics the workflow of a desktop DAW, supporting drag-and-drop arrangement, swipe navigation, and pinch-to-zoom waveform editing directly on the device. With 8 available tracks and 2 combo XLR/TRS inputs, the R12 accommodates overdub-based workflows where you build up a song layer by layer—vocals, guitar, keys, and more—all stored and mixed on one portable unit.

Beyond basic recording, the R12 packs creative tools that make it a self-contained songwriting station. The 150 built-in rhythm patterns cover a wide range of styles and tempos, while the onboard synthesizer offers 18 sounds for adding bass lines, pads, or melodic elements. Professional effects including EQ and compression let you shape your tracks during recording or after the fact. When you're ready to move a project to a larger setup, the R12 connects via USB as an audio interface, feeding audio directly into your preferred DAW. Battery power rounds out the portability picture, letting you record wherever inspiration strikes.

Key Features

EIGHT TRACKS WITH A TOUCHSCREEN – Records up to 8 tracks with two XLR/TRS inputs, a full-color LCD touchscreen, and DAW-style editing tools for cutting, copying, looping, and mixing without a computer.

DRUM LOOPS, SYNTHS, AND MIDI ALL BUILT IN – Provides a built-in rhythm section with 150 preloaded drum loops across multiple genres and 18 FM synth instruments playable via MIDI keyboard or programmed on the touchscreen.

USB-C INTERFACE AND DAW CONTROL IN ONE – Functions as a stereo USB-C audio interface and DAW control surface, with transport controls and faders for seamless integration with your favorite recording software.

PHANTOM POWER AND HI-Z ON BOTH INPUTS – Both inputs offer 48V phantom power for condenser microphones, and input 1 features a Hi-Z switch for plugging in guitars and basses directly without a DI box.

FIVE HOURS ON FOUR AA BATTERIES – Runs up to 5 hours on four AA batteries, making the R12 the perfect portable recording studio for musicians who want to capture ideas anywhere inspiration strikes.

Specifications

Brand
Zoom
Model
R12
Type
MultiTrak Recorder
Tracks
8
Inputs
2 Combo (XLR/TRS)
Display
Touchscreen
Onboard Editing
Drag, Drop, Swipe, Pinch
Effects
EQ, Compression, and more
Rhythm Patterns
150
Built-in Synth
18 Sounds
Power
Battery Powered
USB Audio Interface
Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Zoom R12 functions as a USB audio interface, allowing you to route audio directly into your computer-based DAW for recording or mixing.
The R12 has 2 combo inputs (XLR/TRS), so you can record up to 2 tracks simultaneously, though the device supports a total of 8 tracks for overdubbing and layering.
The R12 includes professional effects such as EQ, compression, and additional processing that can be applied to tracks during recording or mixing directly on the device.
Yes, the R12 is battery powered, making it fully portable for recording sessions away from a power outlet.
The touchscreen supports drag, drop, swipe, and pinch gestures, giving you a DAW-like editing experience directly on the device without needing a computer.

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