Tascam TA-1VP Vocal Processor Powered By Antares

The TASCAM TA-1VP is a professional 1U vocal processor and microphone preamplifier for live performance and studio recording. It combines Antares Auto-Tune Evo pitch correction, microphone modelling, dynamics processing, EQ, tube modelling and automatic double tracking.

Vocal processing

• Auto-Tune: Antares Auto-Tune Evo real-time pitch correction
• Pitch Scales: Chromatic plus 24 customisable diatonic scales
• Retune Speed: Adjustable
• Pitch Detection Sensitivity: Adjustable
• Microphone Modelling: Antares Microphone Modeler
• Tube Modelling: Analogue tube saturation with 0–12 dB drive
• Double Tracking: Automatic mono or stereo double tracking
• High-Pass Filter: Built in
• Compressor: Variable-knee compressor
• Noise Gate: Independent downward-expanding gate
• De-Esser: Variable-frequency de-esser
• Equaliser: Two independent parametric EQ bands
• Presets: Factory vocal, instrument and percussion presets, with user-programmable settings.

Microphone preamp and inputs

• Microphone Input: One balanced XLR
• Supported Microphones: Dynamic and condenser microphones
• Phantom Power: Switchable phantom power
• Microphone Input Impedance: 2.2 kΩ
• Maximum Microphone Input Level: +8.2 dBu
• Line Input: One balanced 6.35 mm TRS
• Line Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
• Maximum Line Input Level: +24 dBu
• Analogue Input Trim: 0 to +30 dB.

Outputs and control

• Main Output: Balanced 6.35 mm TRS
• Double-Track Output: Separate balanced 6.35 mm TRS
• Nominal Output Level: +4 dBu
• Maximum Output Level: +20 dBu
• Digital Output: Coaxial S/PDIF through RCA
• MIDI: Five-pin MIDI input and output
• Real-Time MIDI Control: Yes
• Footswitch Input: 6.35 mm TS, compatible with the optional RC-1F
• USB Audio Interface: No
• Bluetooth: No
• Network Capability: No.

Audio performance

• Frequency Response:
  • Mic input to line output: 20 Hz–20 kHz, ±0.5 dB
  • Line input to line output: 20 Hz–20 kHz, ±0.2 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: At least 98 dB
• Dynamic Range: At least 120 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion:
  • Mic input: 0.01% or less
  • Line input: 0.008% or less