Zoom Tac2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface For Mac

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Zoom Tac2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface For Mac
  • 2-in/2-out high speed Thunderbolt™ audio interface
  • Support for recording and playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz
  • Ultra-low latency audio streaming
  • Two combo balanced XLR/TRS input connectors accept both mic- and line-level signal
  • Hi-Z switches allow direct connection of electric guitar or bass
  • Switchable +48V phantom power
  • Two balanced TRS output jacks for connection to amplifiers or self-powered speakers
  • ¼' headphone jack with dedicated level control
  • Independent gain controls and clip LEDs for each input
  • Large knob output volume control
  • Direct Monitoring switch for zero latency monitoring in mono or stereo
  • MIDI In and Out
  • High-performance mic preamps with up to +60 dB of amplification
  • 4x upsampling during A/D and D/A conversion for reduced noise and enhanced fidelity
  • Asynchronous transfer system unaffected by computer jitter
  • Bus powered—no AC power required
  • Robust metal housing ensures roadworthiness
  • Works with all Thunderbolt-equipped Macintosh computers running OS X 10.9.5 or later

Zoom has released a new Thunderbolt interface for audio I/O geared toward Macs – more specifically, the new Mac Pro. Happy wheels watermelon gaming. The Zoom TAC-2 features a single, large knob that is used to control all parameters of audio connections.

Zoom Tac2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface For Mac

Zoom TAC-2 vs Zoom TAC-2R. You may have noticed that Zoom has another 2-in/2-out audio interface on the market known as the TAC-2. This model is actually the predecessor of the TAC-2R, but notice how they look completely different. There are some key differences that are worth mentioning that go beyond aesthetics. The Duet was an older unit with the older computer but it had a slight advantage on a cleaner, clearer sound then the Zoom TAC-2 which was recorded on a new Macbook Pro Retina with Thunderbolt input. The Zoom is incredibly painless to use. Plug in in, plug in instruments, open software and record. List of gamestop stores closing 2020.

The unit has two XLR/TRS inputs for mic and line connections, along with a 1/4″ direct connection for instruments. Le papillon summary. Two TRS outputs offer balanced audio out for external monitors.

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Zoom TAC-2 Key Features

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Zoom Tac-2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface For Mac

  • Simple user interface with a single large rotary knob controlling all parameters
  • Compatible with all Thunderbolt-equipped Macintosh computers running OS X 10.6.8 or later
  • Supports up to 24-bit/192kHz audio and permits vocal/instrumental recording into DAWs
  • Two combo XLR/TRS input jacks allowing mic- and line-level signal connections with front panel 1/4″ high impedance input for direct connection of instruments
  • 7-position LED metering for input, output and headphone volume with +48V phantom power can for each input
  • Three auto gain presets, built-in limiting, automatic recording and dedicated headphone jack

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The Zoom TAC-2 retails for $399.99 and should be available March 20. Check it out here at B&H Photo.