TASCAM Sonicview 24XP

Brian Long

Introduction

The TASCAM Sonicview 24XP is a professional digital mixing and multitrack recording console built for live sound, broadcast, theater, houses of worship, installed AV, remote production, and recording applications. Its expansive control surface combines 24 channel faders plus a master fader with three 7-inch color touchscreens, dedicated rotary controls, channel displays, and customizable user controls, giving engineers fast access to large mixes without depending on a single central display.

A 96kHz, 54-bit floating-point FPGA mixing engine provides the foundation for 40 mono input channels, two stereo input channels, four stereo effects returns, 22 configurable AUX/GROUP buses, four internal effects processors, and extensive routing. The Sonicview 24XP adds 24 local mic/line inputs, 16 balanced XLR outputs, integrated Dante networking, 32-in/32-out USB audio, and multitrack recording capabilities, creating a flexible centerpiece for both stand-alone productions and larger networked professional audio systems.

Features, Specifications, and Manuals

Features
  • Professional Digital Mixing and Recording Console: Designed for live sound, broadcast, theater, recording, remote production, houses of worship, and installed professional AV.
  • 96kHz Mixing Engine: Internal mixing and processing operate at 96kHz for high-resolution professional audio.
  • 54-Bit Floating-Point FPGA Processing: High-precision processing maintains resolution through complex mixing and routing operations.
  • Ultra-Low-Latency Architecture: The mixing engine is designed for applications where monitoring and live sound require minimal system latency.
  • 52 Processed Audio Channels: Provides 40 mono channels, two stereo channels, and four stereo effects-return channels.
  • 40 Mono Input Channels: Extensive channel capacity supports large productions and networked audio systems.
  • Two Stereo Input Channels: Dedicated stereo processing channels accommodate playback and other stereo sources.
  • Four Stereo Effects Returns: Dedicated returns support the console’s internal effects engines.
  • 22 AUX/GROUP Buses: Twenty-two flexible buses can be configured for auxiliary sends, groups, monitors, effects, and other routing requirements.
  • Stereo Main Bus: Dedicated L/R main bus provides primary program mixing.
  • Four Stereo Effects Send Buses: Dedicated sends provide flexible routing to the four internal effects processors.
  • Four Internal Effects Processors: Integrated multi-effects reduce the need for external signal-processing equipment.
  • Eight DCA Groups: Simplify control of related groups of channels during complex productions.
  • Three 7-Inch Color Touchscreens: Multiple 800 × 480 touch displays allow simultaneous access to more information and controls.
  • TASCAM VIEW Workflow: Visual Interactive Ergonomic Workflow provides Channel Strip, Module, and Individual viewing modes for different mixing tasks.
  • 24+1 Motorized Faders: Twenty-four 100mm channel faders plus a master fader provide precise physical control and automatic recall.
  • 24 Rotary Encoders: Dedicated encoder controls with color indicators provide fast parameter adjustment.
  • Channel Displays: Dedicated displays provide channel names, level information, gain reduction, and other status information.
  • 18 Assignable User Keys: Frequently used console functions can be assigned to dedicated physical controls.
  • Seven Custom Fader Layers: Operators can organize channels and buses according to individual workflows.
  • 24 Local Mic/Line Inputs: Provides extensive direct analog input connectivity without requiring an external stage box.
  • 16 XLR Mic/Line Inputs: Sixteen channels provide balanced XLR mic/line connectivity.
  • Eight Additional Mic/Line Channels: Eight channels provide XLR microphone inputs together with balanced 6.3mm TRS line inputs.
  • TASCAM HDIA Microphone Preamps: High-Definition Instrumentation Architecture preamps provide professional microphone amplification.
  • Up to +32dBu Input Capability: Pad-enabled inputs accommodate high-level professional analog sources.
  • +48V Phantom Power: Supports compatible professional condenser microphones.
  • 32-Bit / 96kHz A/D Conversion: High-resolution analog-to-digital conversion supports professional recording and live production.
  • 24-Bit / 96kHz D/A Conversion: High-resolution digital-to-analog conversion supports professional output applications.
  • Two Analog Insert Points: Balanced TRS insert connections provide integration with external analog processors.
  • Two Stereo RCA Input Pairs: Convenient connections accommodate consumer and playback equipment.
  • Dedicated Talkback Input: Balanced XLR talkback input supports production communication and monitoring workflows.
  • 16 Balanced XLR Line Outputs: Extensive local output connectivity supports mains, monitors, matrices, recording feeds, and distributed systems.
  • Stereo XLR Monitor Outputs: Dedicated balanced monitor outputs support control-room and production monitoring.
  • Integrated Dante Networking: High-channel-count Dante audio provides flexible routing over standard Ethernet infrastructure.
  • 64 × 64 Dante at 48kHz: Supports up to 64 Dante input and output channels at 48kHz.
  • 32 × 32 Dante at 96kHz: Supports up to 32 Dante input and output channels at 96kHz.
  • Dante Redundant Mode: Primary and secondary network connections support redundant Dante architectures.
  • Dante Switched Mode: Network ports can alternatively operate in switched mode.
  • AES67 Support: Dante networking can interoperate with compatible AES67 systems.
  • Dante Domain Manager Support: Supports managed Dante network environments.
  • SMPTE ST 2110 Support: Network audio capabilities support professional broadcast IP workflows.
  • 32-In / 32-Out USB Audio Interface: Provides multichannel computer recording, playback, virtual soundcheck, streaming, and DAW integration.
  • 32-Bit USB Audio: USB audio operates at 32-bit resolution with 48kHz and 96kHz sampling.
  • Multitrack Recording Capability: XP-series recording functionality supports direct multitrack production workflows without requiring a separate computer.
  • Internal Stereo Recorder/Player: Built-in stereo recording and playback supports WAV/BWF program recording and common playback formats.
  • Two Expansion Slots: Expansion capability allows the console to be adapted for additional network, digital, analog, and recording applications.
  • MADI Expansion Options: Optional MADI cards support integration with high-channel-count professional digital audio systems.
  • AES/EBU Expansion: Optional digital expansion supports professional AES/EBU connectivity.
  • Additional Dante Expansion: Optional Dante expansion can increase network-audio connectivity for specialized systems.
  • Analog Output Expansion: Optional analog output cards support applications requiring additional local outputs.
  • Flexible Input Processing: Input channels provide delay, phase, digital trim, high-pass filtering, gate/expander/de-esser, parametric EQ, compression/ducking, sends, panning, and fader control.
  • 31-Band Graphic EQ on Output Buses: Output processing supports system tuning and monitor applications.
  • Snapshot Libraries: Console settings can be stored and recalled for shows, rooms, events, or production configurations.
  • Processing Libraries: Effects, EQ, gate, compressor, and other settings can be stored for repeated use.
  • Audio Follow Video: Supports applications where audio routing or control must follow video-system events.
  • SNMP Network Monitoring: Allows compatible network-management systems to monitor console status.
  • Sonicview Control Support: Remote-control software provides operation and offline editing from supported computers and iPad devices.
  • Mixing Station Support: Provides an additional remote-control option with real-time metering on supported systems.
  • Word Clock Input and Output/Thru: BNC connections allow synchronization with professional digital audio systems.
  • Gigabit Ethernet Control Port: Dedicated Ethernet supports network control and system integration.
  • 8-In / 8-Out GPIO: DB-25 GPIO supports external control and automation.
  • Footswitch Input: Allows compatible functions to be controlled from an external footswitch.
  • Lamp Connection: Four-pin XLR lamp output supports console illumination accessories.
  • Dual Headphone Connections: Both 6.3mm and 3.5mm headphone jacks provide convenient monitoring options.
  • Serviceable Fader Design: Individual faders can be removed and replaced to simplify maintenance.
  • Large-Format Sonicview Control Surface: Provides eight more channel faders and an additional touchscreen compared with the 16-fader Sonicview format.
Specifications
Specification Details
Product Type Professional digital mixing and multitrack recording console
Model Sonicview 24XP
Control Surface 24 channel faders + master fader
Motorized Faders 24+1 × 100mm
Main Displays 3 × 7-inch color touchscreens
Touchscreen Resolution 800 × 480 pixels each
Rotary Encoders 24 with color indicators
User Keys 18 assignable
Custom Fader Layers 7
DCA Groups 8
Total Processed Audio Channels 52
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 L/R
Effects Send Buses 4 × stereo
Built-In Effects Processors 4
Mixing Engine 54-bit floating-point FPGA
Internal Processing Rate 96kHz
A/D Conversion 32-bit / 96kHz
D/A Conversion 24-bit / 96kHz
Digital I/O Sample Rates 48kHz / 96kHz
Local Mic/Line Input Channels 24
XLR Mic/Line Inputs 24 × balanced XLR-3-31
Additional Balanced Line Inputs 8 × 6.3mm TRS
Maximum Mic/Line Input Level +32dBu with pad enabled
Minimum Mic/Line Input Level -62dBu with pad disabled
Mic/Line Input Impedance 5kΩ or greater
Mic Preamps TASCAM HDIA
Phantom Power +48V
Analog Inserts 2 × balanced 6.3mm TRS
Insert Assignment Mic/Line inputs 15–16
Stereo Analog Inputs 2 × stereo RCA pairs
Stereo Input Nominal Level -10dBV
Talkback Input 1 × balanced XLR
Talkback Gain Range 0–55dB
Talkback Phantom Power +48V
Analog Line Outputs 16 × balanced XLR-3-32
Maximum Line Output Level Up to +24dBu, reference-level dependent
Analog Monitor Outputs 1 × stereo balanced XLR pair
Monitor Maximum Output Level +24dBu
Headphone Outputs 6.3mm stereo + 3.5mm stereo
Maximum Headphone Output 100mW + 100mW into 32Ω when using one jack
Dante Networking Integrated
Dante Connectors PRIMARY / SECONDARY etherCON-compatible
Dante Channels at 48kHz 64 input / 64 output
Dante Channels at 96kHz 32 input / 32 output
Dante Network Standard Gigabit Ethernet, 1000BASE-T
Dante Modes Redundant / Switched
AES67 Supported
Dante Domain Manager Supported
SMPTE ST 2110 Supported
USB Audio Interface 32 input / 32 output
USB Audio Connector USB Type-B
USB Audio Resolution 32-bit
USB Audio Sample Rates 48kHz / 96kHz
Expansion Slots 2
Top-Panel USB USB Type-C, USB 2.0 High Speed
Top-Panel USB Functions Keyboard / mass storage
Built-In Stereo Recording WAV/BWF, 48/96kHz, 24-bit, 2 channels
Built-In WAV/BWF Playback 48/96kHz, 16/24-bit, 2 channels
MP3 Playback 44.1/48kHz, 32–320kbps
AAC Playback 44.1/48kHz, 64–320kbps
Word Clock Input BNC, 48/96kHz
Word Clock Output/Thru BNC, 48/96kHz
Network Control Connector RJ-45
Network Control Standard 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T
GPIO DB-25, 8 input / 8 output
Footswitch 6.3mm TS
Lamp Connector XLR 4-pin, up to 5W
Mic Amp EIN -128dBu or less
Frequency Response 20Hz–40kHz, +0/-1dB
Mic/Line to Line Dynamic Range 108dB or greater
Mic/Line to Dante Dynamic Range 110dB or greater
Dante to Line Dynamic Range 112dB or greater
THD 0.002% or less
Crosstalk -100dB or better
Power Supply AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 85W
Dimensions (W × H × D) 691 × 228 × 554mm (27.2 × 9.0 × 21.8 in)
Weight 18kg (39.7 lb)
Operating Temperature 0–40°C (32–104°F)
Remote-Control Software TASCAM Sonicview Control
Typical Applications Live sound, broadcast, theater, installed AV, houses of worship, recording, remote production
Manuals and Documents
  • Sonicview 16XP / 24XP Owner’s Manual - Official TASCAM XP-series owner’s manual covering installation, operation, multitrack recording, Dante, USB audio, control-surface functions, connections, and technical specifications.
  • Sonicview 24 Downloads - Current TASCAM reference manuals, firmware, release notes, Dante firmware, USB drivers, storage-media information, dimensional files, and other support resources for the Sonicview 24 platform.
  • Sonicview Control Downloads - Current TASCAM Sonicview Control software, documentation, release notes, and operating-system compatibility information.
  • TASCAM System Design Guide - Professional system-design information for TASCAM Dante, mixing, recording, and installed-audio products.
  • TASCAM Sonicview 24XP Product Page - Official U.S. manufacturer product information, features, documentation, firmware, downloads, and support resources.