Zoom R12 MultiTrak digital recorder

Introducing the Zoom R12 MultiTrak

The R12 is made for musicians who want the freedom to make music wherever they go. It provides amazing sound with its super-clean preamps, and with two XLR/TRS inputs, plus 8 tracks of audio, the R12 is perfect for recording everything from demos to release-ready songs.

The Zoom R12 includes a send effects channel that offers reverb, chorus and delay with a dedicated effects return fader. For more advanced tones, you can use presets and effects from Zoom's Guitar Lab. The R12 also has pan and a 3-channel EQ for each track and a compressor on inputs 1 and 2.

You can use the R12 as a stereo audio interface with your favourite DAW or streaming platform via USB-C. As a control surface, the transport controls and faders make it easy to adjust and control your software during production.

This powerful device provides up to 5 hours on four AA batteries, allowing you to create your music on the go. Additionally, you can use the R12 with the included AD-17 power adapter, or a USB battery.

Sequence Play

Sequence Play allows you to create a playlist of your projects to use as backing tracks, whether you’re playing live or rehearsing a set.

150 preloaded drum loops

With 150 preloaded drum loops in a variety of patterns and genres, the R12 provides a versatile rhythm section for any project.

Import files

Add additional audio samples by importing files into your R12 via Micro SD card or USB thumb drive.

Built-in synth instruments

The R12 has 18 FM synth instruments built-in. They can be played by plugging in a MIDI keyboard via USB-C, or programmed using the touchscreen.

Customisable click track

Activate the fully customizable click track with the press of a button. Click Balance blends the metronome with your playback audio and routes it to your headphones and/or the main outputs.

The R12 Control App

The Control App allows you to mix your recording sessions, adjust effects, manage playlists, and change project and system settings. It’s perfect for when you want an extra display to make quick adjustments. The R12 Control App also provides accessibility for the visually impaired, utilizing VoiceOver and VoiceOver Gestures.