TASCAM CELESONIC Us-20x20 20-ch Usb Audio Interface W/eight Mic Preamps

Celesonic US-20x20 USB3.0 Audio MIDI Interface with Mic Pre/Mixer

TASCAM’ Celesonic US-20x20 packs 20 channels of analog and digital I/O into a single rackspace with great sounding preamps and USB 3.0/2.0 connectivity. Eight Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps provide 56dB of gain and high headroom to make microphones sound their best. Up to ten channels of digital I/O are included on ADAT and S/PDIF connectors, with word clock also provided for use with external clocks like TASCAM’s CG-1000. MIDI I/O allows use with controllers and synthesizers, and sample rates up to 192kHz/24-bit are supported.

The TASCAM Celesonic US-20x20 is the first USB 3.0 interface to use class-compliant drivers for future-proof use with computers and tablets. A built-in DSP mixer includes parametric EQ and compression on every channel and a stereo reverb send for great-sounding monitor mixes. The DSP mixer can also be used as a live mixer or submixer with computer control. The US-20x20 has three operation modes – audio interface, digital mixer, and 8-channel digital mic preamp –for maximum flexibility.

Ultra-HDDA mic preamps deliver high headroom for dynamic tracks

TASCAM's Ultra-HDDA mic preamps provide up to 57dB of gain with the highest headroom in their class. Meaning your tracks won't be distorted before they even hit your computer, resulting in sweeter mids and deep soundstaging. 

Popularized in TASCAM's HS-P82 professional broadcast and film recorders, Ultra HDDA preamps have the performance to handle condenser, dynamic, and ribbon microphones. These versatile preamps also feature line-level inputs for keyboards and other equipment.

Sleek Industrial Design Inspires Creativity

We have applied the engineering expertise from years of making audio interfaces to create products that are both pioneering and practical. The slightly angled Bio-cell side panels provide users with excellent ergonomics and stimulate creativity. An adapter that supports rack-mounting is also included.

DSP mixer with 4-band EQ and compression on each input channel

Utilizing an Analog Devices BlackFin processor, the US-20x20 offers an advanced digital mixer. Every input has 4-band EQ, compressor, and low-cut filter. A stereo reverb processor is provided for dynamic headhone monitoring. The DSP mixer can store up to (10) snapshots as scenes - making it easy to recall mixer settings.

Three selectable modes included: interface/mic preamp/mixer

The versatile Celesonic US-20x20 is an Interface for multitrack recording using a personal computer and DAW, a standalone mic preamp, or a mixer for live performances or mixing keyboards. In mic preamp mode, the Ultra-HDDA preamps are sent to the ADAT Optical and S/PDIF digital outputs at up to 192kHz. 

Features at a glance

• Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with −125dBu EIN
• Eight Ultra-HDDA micpres with XLR/TRS and connector, two TRS inputs
• 3 mode switching of Interface/Mic preamp/Mixer
• Up to 192kHz/24-bit recording
• Support for Windows and Mac
• USB 3.0/2.0 computer connection (USB3.0 requires Windows 10)
• Connect with iPads and other iOS devices
• +48V phantom power for all inputs
• High-impedance inputs available
• Input level specifications boast a range of 56 dB for using dynamic mics
• Tough metal casing for durability
• Angled design provides excellent usability on a desktop
• Two standard TRS headphones output jack with 70mW + 70mW output power
• Separate controls for line and headphones output volumes
• MIDI input and output
• Low-latency monitoring via on-board DSP mixer
• DSP mixer with 4-band EQ and compression on each input channel(Can be used in Interface/Mixer mode)
• On-board Reverb effect ideal for monitoring on interface mode or PA/SR on mixer mode
• Patch bay allows outputs to be assigned freely(Can be used in Interface/Mixer mode)
• Scenes can store DSP mixer settings (up to 10+1 scenes can be stored and named）
• Ten TRS analog outputs
• S/PDIF coaxial digital input/output connectors
• TOS LINK optical digital multichannel input/output connectors (supporting SMUX2 and SMUX4)
• BNC word clock input/output connectors
• USB class compliant 2.0 support
• Confirmed operation with major DAW software (SONAR, Pro Tools, Cubase, Live, Studio One, GarageBand）
• RoHS certified
• Rack-mount adapter included
• Dedicated AC adapter included
• USB2.0 cable and USB3.0 cable included

Specifications

	US-16x08	US-20x20
Sampling frequency	44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k Hz	44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz
Quantization bit rate	16/24bit
Analog audio inputs (Front)
MIC IN (BALANCED)	IN 1-8
Connector	XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Input impedance	2.4kΩ
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX	–68dBu (0.0003Vrms)
GAIN: MIN	–12dBu (0.195Vrms)
Maximum input level	+8dBu (1.947Vrms)
Gain	56dB
INST IN (UNBALANCED)	IN 1-2	IN 9-10
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND) (when set to "INST" at LINE/INST switch)
Input impedance	1MΩ or more
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX	–68dBV (0.0004Vrms)	–57dBV (0.0014Vrms)
GAIN: MIN	–12dBV (0.251Vrms)
Maximum input level	+8dBV (0.2512Vrms)
Gain	56dB	45dB
LINE IN (BALANCED)	IN 3-8	IN 9-10 (when set to "LINE" at LINE/INST switch)
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND)
Input impedance	10kΩ
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX		–41dBu (0.0069Vrms)
GAIN: MIN	+4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level	+24dBu (12.282Vrms)
Gain	56dB	45dB
Analog audio inputs (Rear)
LINE IN (UNBALANCED)	IN 9-10	IN 11-16
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND) (when set to "–10dBV" at LEVEL switch)
Input impedance	10kΩ or more
Nominal input level	–10dBV (0.3162Vrms)
Maximum input level	+10dBV (3.162Vrms)
LINE IN (BALANCED)	IN 9-10	IN 11-16
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND) (when set to "+4dBu" at LEVEL switch)
Input impedance	10kΩ
Nominal input level	+4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level	+24dBu (12.1282Vrms)
Digital audio inputs
COAXIAL
Connector	RCA pin jack	–
Format	IEC60958-3 (S/PDIF)	–
Input impedance	75Ω	–
Input level	0.5Vp-p / 75Ω	–
OPTICAL (S/MUX)
Connector	OPTICAL (JEITA RC-5720C)	–
Format	Multi-channel optical format (S/MUX4 is available in 88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz)	–
Analog audio outputs
LINE OUT (BALANCED)	OUT 1-10	OUT 1-8
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND)
Output impedance	100Ω
Nominal output level	+4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum output level	+24dBu (12.277Vrms)
Digital audio outputs
COAXIAL
Connector	RCA pin jack	–
Format	IEC60958-3 (S/PDIF) / IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU)	–
Input impedance	75Ω	–
Input level	0.5Vp-p / 75Ω	–
OPTICAL (S/MUX)
Connector	OPTICAL (JEITA RC-5720C)	–
Format	Multi-channel optical format (S/MUX4 is available in 88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz)	–
MIDI IN / OUT
Connector	DIN 5-pin
Format	Standard MIDI format
WORD IN
Connector	BNC Permissible frequency deviation at the time of external synchronization	–
Input voltage	2.0Vpp to 5.0Vpp	–
Input impedance	75Ω ±10%	–
Input level	±100ppm	–
WORD OUT
Connector	BNC with OUT/THRU select switch	–
Output voltage	2.0Vpp (75Ω loaded)	–
Output impedance	75Ω ±10%	–
Sampling frequency	44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k/176.4k/192k Hz	–
USB
Connector	USB3.0/2.0 B type	USB B type 4-pin
Format	USB3.0 SuperSpeed (5Gbps) USB2.0 HIGH SPEED (480Mbps)	USB2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class
PHONES
Connector	1/4" (6.3mm) stereo phone jack
Maximum output level	70mW + 70mW or more (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded)
Power	Dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z, included)
Power consumption	20W	12W
Dimensions (W×H×D)	17.5" × 2.32" × 8.7" 445 × 59 × 222 mm	" 17.5× 2.32" × 8.7" 445 × 59 × 219 mm
Weight	5.95 lbs. / 2.7 kg	6.11 lbs. / 2.8 kg
Operating temperature	41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C
Accessories	Rack mount adapter, USB2.0 cable, USB3.0 cable, User’s manual, warranty card, dedicated AC adapter	Rack mount adapter, USB cable, User's manual, warranty card, dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)

 

Audio performance
Frequency response
LINE OUT(BALANCED)
44.1k/48k Hz	20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.3dB (JEITA)
88.2k/96k Hz	20Hz to 40kHz, ±0.3dB (JEITA)
176.4k/192k Hz	20H to 80kHz, ±0.5dB (JEITA)	–
THD	0.005% or less	0.008% or less
S/N ratio	104dB or more	100dB or more
Crosstalk	100dB or more

 

Computer system requirements
Windows
OS	Windows 7(32-bit SP1, 64-bit SP1), Windows 8.0(32-bit, 64-bit), Windows 8.1(32-bit, 64-bit), Windows 10(32-bit, 64-bit)	Windows 7(32-bit SP1, 64-bit SP1), Windows 8.0(32-bit, 64-bit), Windows 8.1(32-bit, 64-bit)
Compatible computers	Windows-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 or USB3.0 port	Windows-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	Dual core / 2GHz or faster
Memory	2GB or more
DRIVER	USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO2.0, WDM(MME), MIDI Note: When using WDM driver, number of output channels from an application has limitation less than 8 channels.	ASIO2.0, WDM(MME), MIDI
Screen resolution	1280 x 800 Dot or more
Macintosh
OS	OS X Mountain Lion(10.8), OS X Mavericks(10.9), OS X Yosemite(10.10)
Compatible computers	Apple Mac computer with a USB 2.0 or USB3.0 port	Apple Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed	Dual core / 2GHz or faster
Memory	2GB or more
DRIVER	Core Audio, Core MIDI
Screen resolution	1280 x 800 Dot or more
iOS
OS	iOS 7

 

Supported OS