With its preset modes for fast setup, and intuitive controls for straightforward operation, the black Tascam MiNiSTUDIO Creator US-42B is made for beginner and intermediate podcasters, gamers, and content creators looking to make their audio productions stand out on YouTube, Facebook Live, Twitch, and elsewhere in the online universe. This tabletop solution combines simple hardware with user-friendly software, putting all the essential tools for podcasting, live streaming, karaoke, and broadcasting right at your fingertips in a versatile interface that plugs into your Mac or Windows computer via USB. What’s more, with a flick of its Creator switch, the US-42B becomes a powerful audio interface—allowing you to record vocals and instruments to your computer with studio-quality results.
Features
- Tabletop Podcast-Production Studio
- Broadcasting, Streaming, Music Recording
- 2 Mic/Instrument Inputs with 48V
- 3 Programmable Pads for Instant Sound FX
- Ducking, Reverb, and Voice Effects
- 2 Headphone Outputs for Host and Guest
- Audio Software with Easy & Expert Modes
- Presets for Fast Setup
- USB Interface for 24-Bit / 96 kHz Audio
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
Specifications
Pad | None |
Gain/Trim Range | Mic/Hi-Z Inputs: 45 dB |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Hi-Z Input 2 x RCA Coaxial Unbalanced Line Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Aux Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TS Unbalanced Mic Input (Front Panel) 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Headphone/Headset In/Out (Front Panel) 1 x 1/4″ TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off (Selectable on Individual Inputs) |
Digital Audio I/O | None |
Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-B (USB 2.0) |
USB (Non-Host) | 1 x Micro-USB (Power Input) |
Sync I/O | None |
Network I/O | None |
MIDI I/O | None |
Frequency Response | Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-1 dB (at 44.1/48 kHz) 20 Hz to 40 kHz +0/-1 dB (at 88.2/96 kHz) 1/4″ Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-3 dB (at 44.1/48 kHz) 20 Hz to 40 kHz +0/-3 dB (at 88.2/96 kHz) |
Maximum Input Level | +7.7 dBV |
Maximum Output Level | Line Outputs: +6 dBV |
Headphone Output Power | 15 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
Impedance | XLR Mic Inputs: 2.4 Kilohms 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Mic Inputs: ≥ 5 Kilohms 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Aux Inputs: ≥ 5 Kilohms Line Outputs: ≥ 200 Ohms Hi-Z Inputs: ≥ 1 Megohms |
SNR | Mic Inputs: 100 dB |
THD | Mic Inputs: ≤ 0.005% (1 kHz) |
Crosstalk | Mic Inputs: 95 dB (1 kHz) |
EIN | Mic Inputs: < -120 dB (150-Ohm Source) |
Sample Rates | 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz |
Bit Depths | 16 / 24-Bit |
Memory Card Slot | None |
OS Compatibility | Windows 7 Windows 8.1 Windows 10 macOS 10.9 or Later iOS 7 or Later iPadOS *As of June, 2022: check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Included Software | None |
Processor Requirement | 2 GHz |
RAM Requirements | 2 GB |
Mobile Device Compatibility | iPhone iPad |
Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port |
Internet Connection | Required for Software/Driver Download |
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