TA-1VP
ANTARES AUTO-TUNE VOCAL PROCESSOR & MIC PREAMP
The TASCAM TA-1VP vocal processor was co-developed with Antares Audio Technologies to bring together everything you need for a polished, modern vocal sound, live or in the studio. The TA-1VP rackmount processor combines a premium microphone preamp, studio-quality compression and de- essing, advanced microphone and tube modeling, and Antares' world-famous Auto-TuneTM pitch correction. Whether you want gentle, transparent pitch correction, studio-style doubling effects, or the full-strength Auto-Tune effect that' required for pop or hip hop vocals, the TA-1VP brings your vocal sound into the 21st century.
- The first standalone hardware Auto-Tune processor for live sound, studio and broadcast Acclaimed Antares vocal processing suite with Auto-Tune, Compression/Gate, De-esser, and EQ Premium mic preamp with phantom power, microphone modeling, and tube emulation
- MIDI I/O for automating with DAW software or controlling with a MIDI controller Footswitch input allows you to toggle up to 8 functions simultaneously
- Dynamic range : 120dB or more (Line output)
- Distortion : 0.008% or less (Line output)
- Power : AC 100 - 240V, 50/60Hz (AC adapter TASCAM PS-P1220E)
- Power consumption : 4W
- Weight : 2.0kg
- Dimensions : 482.6(W)×45(H)×155.3(D)mm
- TA-1VP
- AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-P1220E)
- A rack-mounting screw kit
- A warranty card
- Owner’s manual
Real-time pitch correction with Antares Auto-Tune Evo
Equipped with Antares' Auto-Tune Evo vocal processing, the TA-1VP brings the world-famous vocal pitch correction effect to your stage equipment rack. And in addition to industry-leading pitch correction technology, the TA-1VP also features the TEC Awards-winning microphone modeler, allowing you to emulate the sound of some of the most legendary microphones ever created. And onboard tube modeling allows you to add the harmonic richness and warmth you'd expect from a vintage tube mic preamp.
Simple interface and control set
The TA-1VP makes it easy to access your most-needed parameters at the touch of a button. Processing is laid out in simple blocks for mic modeling, Auto-Tune, compressor/gate, de-esser, and output EQ. Each block has dedicated buttons and metering to access parameters and manage signal processing. With all of your most-needed functions right at your fingertips, you can dial in a super vocal sound fast even in high-pressure live performance conditions.
Additional Features
Comprehensive I/O, MIDI Control, and more
In addition to the front-panel XLR microphone input, the TA-1VP is equipped with a line-level input for use with an external microphone preamplifier. Analog and digital outputs are available to suit your connectivity needs, and MIDI I/O allows you to automate settings from Ableton Live or other live sequencing software. And the footswitch input allows you to toggle up to eight functions simultaneously with hands-free convenience.
Premium microphone preamplifier and vocal processing
The TA-1VP's microphone preamplifier circuit is derived from TASCAM's DM-4800/3200 professional digital mixing console. Delivering rich, full-range sound with excellent transient detail, the TA-1VP is an outstanding mic preamp solution for stellar live vocals. In adition, the TA-1VP is equipped with a bypass filter, compressor/gate, de-esser, and output equalizer to shape album-quality vocal tone in any venue.
Features at a Glance
- Antares Auto-Tune Evo real-time pitch correction with enhanced tracking and correction capabilities Antares Microphone Modeling simulates a variety of high-end studio microphones with variable proximity effect
- Analog tube modeling effect generates the warm harmonic richness of a tube preamp Variable-knee compression for natural-sounding dynamics control
- Downward-expanding gate processor
- Variable frequency de-esser stops sibilance before you hear it
- Flexible 2-band parametric EQ on output
- Automatic mono or stereo doubletracking
- User-programmable settings
- MIDI I/O for external control from DAW software or MIDI controller
- XLR microphone input with phantom power
- 1/4-inch balanced line input and output
- S/PDIF digital output
- 1/4-inch footswitch input allows you to connect a footswitch and toggle up to 8
- functions simultaneously
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Spec Description
Audio input | |
Mic input | |
Connector | XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) × 1 |
Input impedance | 2.2kΩ |
Nominal input level (PAD) | –56.5dBu (0.001Vrms) to –26.5dBu (0.037Vrms) |
Nominal input level | –20.5dBu (0.073Vrms) to +9.5dBu (2.314Vrms) |
Maximum input level | +9.5dBu (2.314Vrms) |
Line input (Balanced) | |
Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) × 1 |
Input impedance | 10kΩ |
Nominal input level | +8dBu (1.947Vrms) to +24dBu (12.283Vrms) |
Maximum input level | +24dBu (12.283Vrms) |
Line output | |
Main (Balanced) | |
Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) × 1 |
Output impedance | 100Ω |
Nominal output level | +4dBu (1.228Vrms) |
Maximum output level | +20dBu (7.75Vrms) |
Double Track (Balanced) | |
Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS Phone jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)× 1 |
Output impedance | 100Ω |
Nominal output level | +4dBu (1.228Vrms) |
Maximum output level | +20dBu (7.75Vrms) |
Digital output | |
Connector | RCA Pin jack × 1 |
Format | IEC60958-3 (S/PDIF) |
Output impedance | 75Ω |
Output level | 0.5Vp-p/75Ω |
MIDI input | |
Connector | DIN 5 pin × 1 |
Format | MIDI standard |
MIDI output | |
Connector | DIN 5 pin × 1 |
Format | MIDI standard |
Remote I/O | |
REMOTE | |
Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TS jack × 1 (for Foot switch) |
RS-232C | |
Connector | D-sub 9 pin × 1 |
PARALLEL | |
Connector | D-sub 25 pin × 1 |
ETHERNET | |
Connector | RJ-45 × 1 |
Compatible standard | 100BASE-TX |
Power | AC 100 - 240V, 50/60Hz (AC adapter TASCAM PS-P1220E) |
Power consumption | 4W |
Dimensions | 19.0" × 1.73" × 5.0" / 482.6 × 44 × 128.1 mm |
Weight | 4.4 lbs. / 2.0 kg |
Operating temperature range | 41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C |
Included items | AC power code, RC-10 remote control unit, rack-mounting screw kit, security screw kit, Owner's manual (with warranty) |
Audio performance
Frequency response | |
Mic input | 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.5dB (Line output) |
Line input | 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.5dB (Line output) |
Distortion | |
Line input | 0.008% or less (Line output) |
S/N ratio | |
Mic input | 98dB or more (Line output) |
Line input | 98dB or more (Line output) |
Dynamic range | 120dB or more (Line output) |
Miscellaneous
Input analog trim | 0dB to +3dB |
Auto-Tune | Chromatic and 24 diatonic scales, all user customizable Return speed Pitch detection sensitivity |
Mic modeler | |
Source Mics | |
Specific Mics | |
SHURE | SM58, SM57, Beta 58a, KSM 32 |
audio-technica | 3035, ATM31, ATM41a, 4050 |
Rode | NT1, NT2, NT3 |
DAC | M177, E200, E350 |
Generic Mics | Hand-held dynamic, Studio dynamic, Wireless, Small diaphragm condenser, Large diaphragm condenser |
Model Mics | Hand-held dynamic, Studio dynamic, Small diaphragm condenser 1, Small diaphragm condenser 2, Small diaphragm condenser 3, Large diaphragm condenser 1, Large diaphragm condenser 2, Large diaphragm condenser 3, Drum mic - kick, Drum mic - snare, Drum mic - cymbal, Telephone |
Tube saturation drive | 0dB to 12dB |
Compressor | |
Threshold | –36dB to 0dB |
Ratio | 1.0:1 to 99:1 |
Attack | 1ms to 200ms |
Release | 1ms to 200ms |
Knee | Continuously various |
Gate | |
Threshold | –96dB to 0dB |
Ratio | 1:1.0 to 1:99 |
De-esser | |
Threshold | –60dB to 0dB |
Ratio | 1.0:1 to 99:1 |
Attack | 1ms to 200ms |
Release | 20ms to 2550ms |
Highpass frequency | 2971Hz to 20kHz |
Attack | 1ms to 200ms |
Release | 1ms to 200ms |
Parametric EQ | 6dB Lowpass, 6dB Highpass, 12dB Lowpass, 12dB Highpass, Bandpass, Notch, Low shelf (variable slope), High shelf (variable slope), Peaking, Double tracking, Stereo or variable mono mix *2 independent bands |
Factory settings | |
Input analog trim | 0dB |
Input | LINE |
Phantom | OFF |
Audio type | Soprano voice |
Auto-Tune detune | 0 cents |
Sensitivity | 7 |
MIDI channel | OMNI |
MIDI prog change | OFF |
MIDI control change | All OFF |
Foot switch assign | All OFF |
MIDI Sysex reception | NO |
LCD contrast | 4 |
Preset | Male voice |
Notices About Products
Documents
Manuals
Owner's Manual | 02-01-2023 |
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Spec
CAD outline (PDF) | 09-05-2018 |
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downloads/products/tascam/ta-1vp/ta-1vp_outline.zip | 09-05-2018 |
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FAQs
Many hip hop, dance, R&B and other artists “abuse” the AutoTune processor to get a glitchy vocal effect. Here’s how to set the TA-1VP to get this effect:
1. Start from a preset like Male Voice or Female Voice.
2. Switch AutoTune correction ON
3. Press the SCALE button.
4. Use the CURSOR LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select notes, and switch them off using the Data Knob. Try switching off all but a pentatonic scale, such as C - D# - F - G - A#
5. Press the next button down in the AutoTune section, SPEED. Turn the speed all the way to 0 (fastest).