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Record a podcast with up to four people with the TASCAM MIXCAST 4 : PODCAST STATION a tabletop mixer and recorder with sound effects, independent headphone outputs, and mix-minus functionality, for live or streamed guests and more. With the Mixcast 4, you'll have everything you need to record a high-quality multicast podcast straight to an SD card or straight to a stereo USB feed, for instantaneous streaming over your favourite platform.

You'll enjoy the form factor of eight faders at your fingertips, as well as the eight sound-effect pads, and the built-in 5" touchscreen for deeper control. You'll be able to record up to 14 tracks at a time straight to an SD card, or record stereo over USB straight to your DAW, or streaming platform. In addition to TASCAM's Podcast Editor Software, the Mixcast 4 ships with an included AC adapter and a USB Type-C cable.

Key features

Podcast Recorder and Mixer in One Box
4 Combo XLR-1/4" Mic/Line Inputs
8 Faders to Control Audio Levels
Onboard and USB Multitrack Recording
Mix-Minus for Phone Call Interviews
Bluetooth
4 Headphone Outputs for Host and Guests
8 Pads and 8 Banks for Instant Sound FX
USB Interface for Streaming
Includes Software, USB Cable & Adapter

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Comprehensive Recording for Podcasting

Record up to four people in person with the built-in mic pres, which accept XLR-1/4" connections for all manner of microphones. In addition, you'll find stereo line inputs with selectable 1/4" or 3.5mm connections to interface with phones and consumer devices. Pair this with a Bluetooth input for wireless connections to phones and devices, and you'll have everything you need to capture audio for all your guests.

Mix-Minus Functionality

Stereo line inputs and the Bluetooth inputs both come with mix-minus functionality, so your remote guests won't hear an echo of themselves when they're talking.

Headphones Galore

Four independently controlled headphone outputs are on hand, but that's not all. A 3.5mm TRRS headphone output mirrors headphone output 1, should you only have a headset with a 3.5mm connection on hand. The Mixcast 4 also provides a Talkback function that allows you to speak to the participants privately over their headphones, as well as guests connected via USB, smartphone, and Bluetooth.

Pads and Faders

With 8 faders and 8 sound pads (in 8 banks) under your fingers, you'll feel like a consummate professional. You'll have full sound pad control for editing and triggering sound effects, and transport functionality for one-touch recording. Adjust levels between pads and switch sound pad banks while recording for access to more sounds. There's even a normalizing function for pad sources.

Export Files in Multiple Formats

Export files in WAV, MP3, and MP4 formats.

Record How You Like, When You Like

Record to an SD card to work without a computer, or route the Mixcast 4 into a Mac, Windows, iOS, or Android device for a 14-in / 2-out audio capture.

Included Software

The Mixcast 4 comes with TASCAM's Podcast Editor software, for basic editing and mixing duties as well as control over the sound pads.

TASCAM Mixcast 4 Specs
Form Factor	Desktop
Display	5" Color Touchscreen
Channels of I/O	USB:
	14 Inputs / 2 Outputs
Built-In DSP	Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate	48 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Preamps	4 Preamps
Built-In Microphone	None
Input Level Adjustment	4 x via Touchscreen
Expansion Slots	None
Signal Processing
Pad	None
Gain/Trim Range	Mic Inputs:
	66.5 dB
High-Pass Filter	None
Solo/Mute	Solo, Mute per Input Channel
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O	4 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic Input
	2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input
	1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Line/Smartphone Input
	1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
	4 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
	2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output
	1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Line Output
Phantom Power	48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O	None
Host Connection / USB	1 x USB-C (Class-Compliant)
Host Connection Protocol	USB 2.0
USB (Non-Host)	None
Sync I/O	None
Network I/O	None
MIDI I/O	None
Wireless	Bluetooth
Wireless Connectivity	Bluetooth (Audio Streaming)
Performance
Frequency Response	Mic Inputs:
	20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.3 dB (JEITA)
Maximum Input Level	Mic Inputs:
	+10 dBu (Min Gain)
	1/4" Line Inputs:
	+24 dBu
	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs:
	+8 dBV
Maximum Output Level	1/4" Monitor Outputs:
	+20 dBu
	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs:
	+6 dBV
Headphone Output Power	1/4": 45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms (0.1% THD)
Impedance	Mic Inputs:
	2.1 Kilohms
	1/4" Line Inputs:
	11 Kilohms
	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Inputs:
	12 Kilohms
	1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Inputs:
	2 Kilohms
	1/4" Monitor Outputs:
	200 Ohms
	1/8" / 3.5 mm Line Outputs:
	200 Ohms
SNR	Mic Inputs:
	101 dB (A-Weighted)
THD	Mic Inputs:
	0.003% (A-Weighted)
Crosstalk	≥ 95 dB
EIN	Mic Inputs:
	≤ -125 dBu (150-Ohm Source, Max Gain)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates	48 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion	None
Bit Depths	24-Bit
Sync Sources	None
Audio Storage & Playback
Memory Card Slot	1 x SDXC
Compatibility
OS Compatibility	Android 10 or Later
	iOS 13 or Later
	iPadOS 13 or Later
	macOS 10.15
	macOS 11
	macOS 12
	Windows 10
	macOS 11
Included Software	None
Compatible Software (Not Included)	Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software
Mobile App Compatible	No
Required Hardware	Available USB-A Port
Internet Connection	Required for Registration
Power
Power Requirements	AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC/DC Power Adapter	12 VDC, Center-Positive (Included)
Power Consumption	12.5 W (Maximum)
Physical
Anti-Theft Features	Kensington Security Slot
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions	14.8 x 10.4 x 2.2" / 37.5 x 26.4 x 5.7 cm
	14.8 x 10.5 x 2.8" / 37.5 x 26.7 x 7.1 cm (Including Controls and Protrusions)
Weight	5.7 lb / 2.6 kg