LiveTrak L-12 POWERED MIXER
With the LiveTrak L‑12, you can finally mix, record, and monitor with a single piece of gear. It’s the only digital console that lets you mix your live performance and record up to 12 discrete channels – all while providing five individual custom headphone mixes
Whether you want to capture a rehearsal, produce a quick demo, or create a great-sounding concert recording, the Zoom LiveTrak L-12 makes it easy. Not only can you record up to 12 individual channels, but you can also create custom headphone mixes for up to five band members and craft a polished live mix complete with studio-quality effects. You can complete your entire project on the L-12 or transfer all 12 discrete tracks to your DAW for editing and mixing. The LiveTrak L-12 also functions admirably as a 14-in/4-out USB audio interface for your Mac, PC, or iOS device.
The LiveTrak L-12 makes crafting pro-quality live mixes easy. Each of its 12 discrete channels features a 3-band mid-parametric EQ and 16 built-in effects. Eight combo jacks accommodate both XLR and 1/4″ connectors and are loaded with great-sounding mic preamps and dedicated compressors. Channels 1–2 offer hi-Z inputs for your electric guitar or bass, while channels 9/10 and 11/12 have TRS and RCA connectivity for keyboards and other audio devices. You also get clear 12-segment LED metering for keeping an eye on your levels.
Recording your entire band has never been simpler, thanks to the Zoom LiveTrak L-12. Twelve individual tracks are conveniently captured onto an SD card at 24-bit/96kHz. You can then mix and overdub directly within the L-12 using its onboard effects or transfer the entire project to your DAW for further editing and processing. If you’re performing live, you can record and mix your show simultaneously. You can even set up the L-12 to record automatically when the master fader detects a certain decibel level — perfect for situations where the engineer and performer are the same people. At BNC Electronics, we found that the L-12 makes recording incredibly fast and easy.
With the LiveTrack L-12, you don’t need separate personal monitor mixers — the monitoring is built in. Each of its five discrete monitor outputs provides a custom mix, so each member of your band can create and save their own. The L-12’s headphone amplifier delivers lots of volume — even drummers won’t have a difficult time hearing.
The Zoom LiveTrak L-12 is equipped with several operation modes. Put it in Audio Interface mode and the L-12 transforms into a 14-in/4-out USB interface for your Mac, PC, or iOS device with flexible routing options. In USB Host mode, you can transfer projects and files to a connected USB flash drive. Card Reader mode allows you to transfer files to and from your computer.
All 12 inputs include a channel fader and mute button. The eight mono inputs also include single-knob compression and gain control. Record or playback individual channels with the “Rec/Play” button. Use the “Select” button to apply Channel Strip settings (EQ and panning controls, and “EFX Return” settings) to the selected channel.
The L-12 provides a smooth 3-band mid-parametric EQ and a low cut function for each input channel.
The L-12’s combo inputs support XLR or 1/4-inch connections. Channels 1 and 2 offer Hi-Z inputs for connecting an electric guitar or bass. Channels 9/10 and 11/12 have TS line connectivity for keyboards and other audio devices, as well as RCA inputs.
LiveTrak’s bright, backlit LCD screen and encoder knob let you access an intuitive menu system to create new projects, recall previous projects, and customize your recorder settings.
The L-12 offers 16 built-in effects with fully adjustable parameters. Choose from delay and reverb effects, then apply them to any channel.
Save up to nine different scenes and recall your custom settings automatically. Each scene saves fader position, EQ settings, pan, mute, and more. The “Fader Mode” buttons allow you to design custom mixes for both the Master and monitor outs.
Use the built-in slate mic to record comments or talk-back, and program the metronome to your desired tempo.
Five powered headphone outputs can send individual monitor sub mixes to headphones, in-ear monitors, or powered monitor speakers. Headphone output A also features two 1/4″ outputs for connection to additional monitors. The main outputs feature XLR connectors to easily connect to your PA.
| Inputs: | Mono (MIC/LINE): 8 Stereo (LINE): 2 |
| Outputs: | MASTER OUT: 1 MONITOR OUT: 5 |
| Mono (MIC/LINE): | Type: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)) |
| Input gain : PAD OFF: +16 – +60 dB PAD ON: −10 – +34 dB Hi-Z ON: +6 – +50 dB | |
| Input impedance : XLR: 3 kΩ TRS: 10 kΩ/1 MΩ (when Hi-Z ON | |
| Maximum input level : PAD OFF: 0 dBu (at 0 dBFS) PAD ON: +26 dBu (at 0 dBFS) | |
| Phantom power : +48 V | |
| Stereo (LINE) | Type TRS phone/RCA pin (unbalanced) jacks |
| Maximum input level +16 dBu | |
| MASTER OUT | Type XLR jacks (balanced) |
| Maximum output level +14.5 dBu | |
| Output impedance 100 Ω | |
| MONITOR OUT – A (TRS) | Type TRS phone jacks (balanced) |
| Maximum output level +14.5 dBu | |
| Output impedance 100 Ω | |
| MONITOR OUT A–E (PHONES) | Type Standard stereo phone jacks |
| Maximum output level 42 mW + 42 mW at 60 Ω | |
| Output impedance 100 Ω | |
| MASTER | 1 |
| MONITOR | 5 |
| SEND EFX | 1 |
| COMP | |
| LOW CUT | 75 Hz, 12 dB/OCT |
| EQ | HIGH: 10 kHz, ±15 dB, shelving MID: 100 Hz–8 kHz, ±15 dB, peaking LOW: 100 Hz, ±15 dB, shelving |
| Level meters | 12 segments |
| Send effects | 16 types |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks | 14 at 44.1/48 kHz 12 at 96 kHz |
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks | 12 |
| Recording format | WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo WAV format |
| Recording media | 16MB – 2GB SD cards, 4GB – 32GB SDHC cards, 64GB – 1TB SDXC cards |
| 44.1/48kHz | Recording: 14 channels | Playback: 4 channels |
| Bit depth | 24-bit |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Windows: | OS: Windows® 8.1 / 10 / 11 (32bit/64bit) CPU: Intel® Core i3 or faster*USB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0*** Operation is not guaranteed with CPUs from Atom, Celeron or Pentium series or CPUs made by AMD.** Only USB host controllers with Intel Chipsets are supported. Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards. |
| Mac: | OS: macOS® 10.14 ~ 14 CPU: Intel® Core i3 or fasterUSB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0** Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards. |
| iPhone/iPad: | OS： iOS 8 ~ 17, iPadOS 17 * Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter required. |
| Class | Mass storage USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Class | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Sampling rate | 44.1/48/96 kHz |
| Frequency characteristics | Frequency characteristics (44.1 kHz): -1.0 dB: 20 Hz – 20 kHz | Frequency characteristics (96 kHz): -3.0 dB: 20 Hz – 40 kHz |
| Equivalent input noise | Actual measurements: 128dB EIN (IHF-A) with +60dB/150Ω input |
| Display | LCD with backlight (128×64 resolution) |
| Power supply | AD-19 AC adapter (DC12V/2A) |
| External dimensions | 445 mm (W)×282 mm (D)×70.5 mm (H) |
| Weight (main unit only) | 2.53 kg |
| Weight | 1 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 18 × 12 × 4 in |
