TASCAM Sonicview 16XP

Brian Long

Introduction

The TASCAM Sonicview 16XP is a professional digital mixing console designed for live sound, broadcast, theater, installed AV, houses of worship, production facilities, and other applications that demand extensive routing and processing in a compact control surface. Its 16-channel control surface combines motorized faders with multiple color touchscreens and dedicated rotary controls, allowing engineers to view and adjust channel parameters without relying on a single central display.

At the heart of the Sonicview 16XP is a 96kHz mixing engine using 54-bit floating-point processing. The console supports 40 mono input channels, two stereo input channels, 22 configurable AUX/GROUP buses, a stereo main bus, four internal effects processors, Dante networking, 32-channel USB audio, and multitrack SD recording. Flexible expansion and remote-control capabilities make the Sonicview 16XP equally useful as a stand-alone live console or as the center of a larger networked professional audio system.

Features, Specifications, and Manuals

Features
  • Professional Digital Mixing Console: Designed for live sound, broadcast, theater, installed AV, production, houses of worship, and other demanding professional audio applications.
  • 96kHz Mixing Engine: Internal processing operates at 96kHz for high-resolution professional audio.
  • 54-Bit Floating-Point Processing: The internal mixing engine uses high-precision 54-bit floating-point arithmetic.
  • 40 Mono Input Channels: Extensive input processing capacity supports large productions and complex routing requirements.
  • Two Stereo Input Channels: Dedicated stereo processing channels accommodate stereo program and playback sources.
  • Four Stereo Effect Returns: Four stereo return channels support the console’s internal effects processors.
  • 22 AUX/GROUP Buses: Twenty-two buses can be configured for auxiliary mixes, groups, monitors, effects, and other routing requirements.
  • Stereo Main Bus: Dedicated stereo main mixing bus handles primary program output.
  • Four Internal Effects Processors: Integrated effects reduce the need for external processing equipment.
  • Four Stereo Effect Send Buses: Dedicated effects routing provides flexible control of the internal processors.
  • Multiple Color Touchscreens: The control surface uses multiple touch displays rather than forcing all operation through one central screen.
  • Eight-Channel Screen Modules: Each eight-channel control section combines a touchscreen with eight LCD-equipped rotary controls.
  • Touchscreen and Physical Control Integration: Parameters can be viewed on-screen while being adjusted with dedicated rotary encoders.
  • Channel LCD Displays: Individual channel displays provide visual feedback for channel names, icons, metering, and other status information.
  • 100mm Motorized Faders: Sixteen motorized channel faders provide precise physical level control and recall.
  • Dedicated Mute, Solo, and Select Controls: Individual channel controls support fast operation during live production.
  • Protected Mute Buttons: Physical guards around mute controls help reduce accidental operation.
  • Customizable User Keys: Eighteen user keys can be assigned to frequently used functions.
  • Assignable User-Key Colors: User-key colors can be customized for faster visual identification.
  • Seven Layer Keys: Layer controls provide rapid access to different channel and bus assignments.
  • Customizable Layer Order: Layer keys can be reordered to match the operator’s workflow.
  • Assignable Master Section: Modules can be assigned to the master section according to production requirements.
  • 16 Mic/Line Inputs: Sixteen balanced analog microphone/line inputs provide direct connection for microphones, wireless systems, DI boxes, and line-level equipment.
  • 32-Bit / 96kHz A/D Conversion: Analog inputs use high-resolution 32-bit conversion at up to 96kHz.
  • 16 Balanced Analog Line Outputs: Provides extensive local output connectivity for mains, monitors, matrix feeds, recording, and installed systems.
  • Stereo RCA Inputs: Two stereo RCA input pairs accommodate consumer and playback equipment.
  • Stereo Monitor Outputs: Dedicated analog monitor outputs support control-room and production monitoring.
  • Dante Network Audio: Integrated Dante networking provides high-channel-count professional audio transport over Ethernet.
  • Redundant Dante Support: Primary and secondary Dante connections support redundant network configurations.
  • Up to 64 Dante Channels at 48kHz: High-channel-count Dante operation supports large networked audio systems.
  • Up to 32 Dante Channels at 96kHz: Dante networking remains available at the console’s high-resolution 96kHz operating rate.
  • 32-In / 32-Out USB Audio Interface: Connects directly to a computer for multichannel recording, playback, streaming, virtual soundcheck, and DAW integration.
  • USB Audio at 96kHz: Supports professional high-resolution computer audio workflows.
  • Integrated SD Multitrack Recorder: Records and plays multichannel audio directly using compatible SD media.
  • Up to 32 Tracks at 48kHz: Supports 32-track recording and playback at 48kHz.
  • Up to 16 Tracks at 96kHz: Supports 16-track recording and playback at 96kHz.
  • Multitrack Punch In/Out: Supports punch recording for multitrack production and correction workflows.
  • SDXC Support up to 512GB: Compatible high-capacity media provides substantial multitrack recording time.
  • Stereo Recording and Playback: Built-in stereo recording and playback support simplifies program capture and playback.
  • Expansion Capability: Expansion interfaces allow the console to be adapted for additional professional audio formats and workflows.
  • Extensive Digital Source Selection: Dante, USB audio, expansion interfaces, internal playback, talkback, and oscillator sources can be incorporated into the routing architecture.
  • Channel Processing: Comprehensive input processing supports professional mixing without requiring large amounts of external outboard equipment.
  • Flexible Routing: Input sources, buses, physical outputs, Dante, USB, recording, and expansion resources can be routed according to production requirements.
  • Scene Recall: Store and recall console configurations for different shows, productions, rooms, or operating requirements.
  • Sonicview Control Support: TASCAM Sonicview Control provides remote operation and configuration from supported computers and iPad devices.
  • Dante Controller Compatibility: Audinate Dante Controller provides routing and configuration for the console’s Dante network connections.
  • Professional Network Control: Network capabilities support remote operation and integration into larger production and installed AV systems.
  • Dual Headphone Connections: 6.3mm and 3.5mm headphone outputs provide convenient monitoring options.
  • Compact 16-Fader Format: Delivers the processing and routing capability of the Sonicview platform in a smaller footprint than the 24-fader model.
Specifications
Specification Details
Product Type Professional digital mixing console
Model Sonicview 16XP
Control Surface 16-fader configuration
Motorized Faders 16 × 100mm
Mono Input Processing Channels 40
Stereo Input Processing Channels 2
Stereo Effect Return Channels 4
AUX/GROUP Buses 22 switchable AUX/GROUP buses
Main Bus 1 × stereo
Internal Effects 4
Effect Send Buses 4 × stereo
Internal Processing 96kHz / 54-bit floating point
A/D Conversion 32-bit / 96kHz
D/A Conversion 24-bit / 96kHz
Digital Operating Sample Rates 48kHz / 96kHz
Analog Mic/Line Inputs 16
Mic/Line Connector Type Balanced XLR
Stereo Analog Inputs 2 × stereo RCA pairs
Analog Line Outputs 16
Analog Monitor Outputs 1 × stereo
Analog Insert Points 2, associated with mic/line inputs 7–8
Dante Networking Integrated
Dante Redundancy Supported
Dante Channels at 48kHz Up to 64 input / 64 output
Dante Channels at 96kHz Up to 32 input / 32 output
USB Audio Interface 32 input / 32 output
USB Audio Sample Rate Up to 96kHz
Expansion Capability Professional expansion interface support
SD Multitrack Recording at 48kHz Up to 32 tracks
SD Multitrack Recording at 96kHz Up to 16 tracks
Multitrack Playback Up to 32 tracks at 48kHz / 16 tracks at 96kHz
Punch In/Out Recording Up to 32 tracks at 48kHz / 16 tracks at 96kHz
Maximum SDXC Capacity 512GB
Recommended SD Interface SDXC UHS-I
Touchscreen Control Multiple color touchscreens
LCD Rotary Controls 8 per eight-channel module
Channel Displays Individual channel LCD status displays
User Keys 18 assignable
Layer Keys 7 customizable
Headphone Outputs 6.3mm stereo + 3.5mm stereo
Remote-Control Software TASCAM Sonicview Control
Dante Configuration Software Audinate Dante Controller
Typical Applications Live sound, broadcast, theater, installed AV, houses of worship, production, recording
Manuals and Documents
  • Sonicview 16XP / 24XP Owner’s Manual - Official TASCAM owner’s manual covering Sonicview 16XP and 24XP operation, connections, recording, Dante, USB audio, control-surface operation, and technical specifications.
  • Sonicview Downloads - Current TASCAM reference manuals, firmware, release notes, Dante firmware, drivers, tested storage media, dimensional files, and support resources for the Sonicview platform.
  • Sonicview Control Downloads - Current TASCAM Sonicview Control software, documentation, release notes, and supported operating-system information.
  • TASCAM System Design Guide - Professional system-design examples and installation information for TASCAM networked and installed audio products.
  • TASCAM Sonicview 16XP Product Page - Official U.S. manufacturer product information, features, documentation, downloads, firmware, and support resources.