The Board That Does It All LiveTrak L‑12 Mix, Record, Monitor, Playback, and Remix
With the LiveTrak L-12, you can finally mix, record, and monitor with a single piece of gear. It’s the only digital console that lets you mix your live performance and record up to 12 discrete channels – all while providing five individual custom headphone mixes.
Effortless
Live Mixing
LiveTrak’s 12 discrete channels (eight
mono plus two stereo) have a 3-band
mid-parametric EQ and 16 built-in
send effects. Its eight mono channels
also have a dedicated compressor.
With all these controls plus its
12-segment LED metering, the
L-12 offers just what you need
for intuitive mixing.
Record
Everything,
Remix
Anywhere
LiveTrak lets you record 12 discrete tracks up to
24-bit/96 kHz WAV audio to an SD card
while simultaneously mixing your live show.
Tracks are recorded pre-EQ and effects, so
they can be transferred to your favorite DAW
for further mixing and editing.
*Effects, EQ, overdub, audio interface,
fader modes A-E, and channels 13-14
(stereo mix) are not available in 96 kHz.
Five Custom
Monitoring
Mixes
Monitoring
Mixes
Each of LiveTrak’s five monitor outputs
provides a unique mix, so every performer
can create and save a mix that’s tailored
to their preferences. Its headphone
amplifier delivers volume that stands up
in any live environment without the need
for a separate headphone monitoring setup.
Let’s Take a Tour
The Channel Strip ( 1 )
All 12 inputs include a channel fader and mute button. The eight mono inputs also include single-knob compression and gain control. Record or playback individual channels with the "Rec/Play" button. Use the "Select" button to apply Channel Strip settings (EQ and panning controls, and "EFX Return" settings) to the selected channel.
Easy EQ Control ( 2 )
The L-12 provides a smooth 3-band mid-parametric EQ and a low cut function for each input channel.
Plenty of Inputs ( 3 )
The L-12’s combo inputs support XLR or 1/4-inch connections. Channels 1 and 2 offer Hi-Z inputs for connecting an electric guitar or bass. Channels 9/10 and 11/12 have TS line connectivity for keyboards and other audio devices, as well as RCA inputs.
Navigation and Display ( 4 )
LiveTrak’s bright, backlit LCD screen and encoder knob let you access an intuitive menu system to create new projects, recall previous projects, and customize your recorder settings.
16 Onboard Effects ( 5 )
The L-12 offers 16 built-in effects with fully adjustable parameters. Choose from delay and reverb effects, then apply them to any channel.
Custom Scene Settings ( 6 )
Save up to nine different scenes and recall your custom settings automatically. Each scene saves fader position, EQ settings, pan, mute, and more. The “Fader Mode” buttons allow you to design custom mixes for both the Master and monitor outs.
Slate Mic and Metronome ( 7 )
Use the built-in slate mic to record comments or talk-back, and program the metronome to your desired tempo.
Flexible Monitoring Options ( 8 )
Five powered headphone outputs can send individual monitor sub mixes to headphones, in-ear monitors, or powered monitor speakers. Headphone output A also features two 1/4" outputs for connection to additional monitors. The main outputs feature XLR connectors to easily connect to your PA.
USB Connectivity for Your DAW
LiveTrak is also a 14-in/4-out USB audio interface with flexible routing options, offering unlimited possibilities. Class compliant mode, which enables connection with iOS devices, is also supported.*
*Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required.
What’s Under the Hood?
Our Best Mic Preamps Yet
At -128 dBu EIN with +60 dB maximum input gain, LiveTrak is equipped with the quietest and most advanced preamps we’ve ever made. Just wait until you hear how incredible it sounds.
High-Definition Sample Rates
The L-12 supports sample rates up to 96 kHz when recording to an SD card, allowing you to record in high definition. In Audio Interface mode, the L-12 can record up to 48 kHz to a computer and an SD card simultaneously.
Convenient Auto Recording
Record automatically by adjusting the L-12’s customizable audio input commands. Set it to start when the master fader detects a certain dB level, or use a guitar chord or snare hit to start the track. You can capture data up to two seconds before recording starts, in case a performance begins ahead of time.
Versatile Operation Modes
The L-12 is equipped with several operation modes. Audio Interface mode lets you route inputs and outputs to any DAW.
With USB Host mode, transfer projects and audio files to a connected USB flash drive. In Card Reader mode, the L-12 acts as an SD card reader, allowing you to transfer audio files to and from your computer.
Features at a Glance
- 12 discrete channels (8 mono plus 2 stereo) with XLR or 1/4-inch connectivity
- 14-track simultaneous recording, 12-track playback
- 14-in/4-out USB audio interface connectivity
- 5 powered headphone outputs, each with a customizable and saveable mix
- Add backing/click tracks from your computer to your live mix and recording
- RCA and TS line inputs
- 48V phantom power (channels 1-4 and 5-8)
- Hi-Z connectivity (channels 1 and 2)
- 26 dB pad (channels 3-8)
- Built-in compression control (Channels 1-8)
- Digital level meters -48 dB to -0 dB
- Master mute button
- Low-cut control
- Stereo panning
- Master and Monitor Outputs A-E
- Scene saving function, up to 9 scenes saved at a time
- 16 built-in delay and reverb effects with adjustable parameters
- Built-in slate mic
- Class-compliant mode (for iOS compatibility)
- SD card input
- Built-in metronome
- Automatic recording starting/stopping capability
- Project protection
- Import/export projects with USB 2.0 host port
- Latency adjustment for A-to-D conversion
- Compatible functions for ZOOM FS01 footswitch
Accessories
Here's what comes included with the L-12:
- AC adapter (AD-19)
- USB 2.0 cable
- Quick Guide
Optional Accessory:
- Rack mount adapter (RKL-12)
- Foot swtich (FS01)
- Carrying Bag (CBL-20)
Media
Video
The Zoom LiveTrak L-12 lets you mix, monitor, and record performances, podcasts, and so much more. With 12 discrete tracks, a stereo mix, and the ability to record directly to an SD card or computer, the L-12 is the perfect mixer-recorder for any live performance or recording setting.
Renowned musicians Carlitos del Puerto, Kenneth Crouch, Rafael Moreira, and Donald Barrett all loved using LiveTrak during their performance. Watch as they give insight into what they enjoyed most about LiveTrak.
The LiveTrak puts on a great show during any live performance. See how Carlitos del Puerto, Kenneth Crouch, Rafael Moreira, and Donald Barrett and their sound engineer used LiveTrak to mix and record live.
For indie rock band Collections of Colonies of Bees, the LiveTrak's incredible features make it simple to mix and record live. See how they used LiveTrak during a performance.
Downloads
Images
Documents
Software
Specs
| Number of Input and output Channels | |
|---|---|
| Inputs: | Mono (MIC/LINE): 8 |
| Outputs: | MASTER OUT: 1 |
| Inputs | |
| Mono (MIC/LINE): | Type: XLR/TRS combo jacks Input gain Input impedance Maximum input level Phantom Power |
| Stereo (LINE): | Type: TS phone/RCA pin (unbalanced) jacks |
| Outputs | |
| MASTER OUT: | Type: XLR jacks (balanced) |
| MONITOR OUT A (TRS): | Type: TRS phone jacks (balanced) |
| MONITOR OUT A-E (PHONES): | Type: Standard Stereo phone jacks |
| Buses | |
| MASTER: | 1 |
| MONITOR: | 5 |
| SEND EFX: | 1 |
| Channel Strip | |
| COMP: | |
| LOW CUT: | 75 Hz, 12 dB/OCT |
| EQ: | HIGH: 10 kHz, ± 15 dB, shelving |
| Level meters | |
| Level segments: | 12 |
| Send effects | |
| Effects: | 16 types: |
| Recorder | |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: | 14 at 44.1/48 kHz (12 channel + stereo mix) |
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: | 12 |
| Recording format: | WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo WAV format |
| Recording media: | 16 MB-2 GB SD cards, 4 GB-32 GB SDHC cards, 64 GB-512 GB SDXC cards |
| Audio interface | |
| 44.1/48 kHz: | Recording: 14 channels |
| Bit depth: | 24-bit |
| Interface: | USB 2.0 |
| System Requirements for Audio Interface mode | |
| Windows: | OS： Windows® 7 SP1 or later / 8.1 / 10 (32bit/64bit) * Operation is not guaranteed with CPUs from Atom, Celeron or Pentium series or CPUs made by AMD. |
| Mac: | OS： Mac® OS X 10.10 / 10.11 / 10.12 / 10.13 / 10.14 * Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards. |
| iPhone/iPad: | OS： iOS 8 / 9 / 10 * Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter required. |
| Card reader | |
| Class: | Mass storage |
| USB HOST | |
| Class: | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Sampling rate | |
| Sampling rate: | 44.1/48/96 kHz |
| Frequency characteristics | |
| 44.1 kHz: | -1.0 dB: 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| 96 kHz: | -3.0 dB: 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Equivalent input noise | |
| Actual measurements: | -128 dB EIN (IHF-A) with +60 dB/150 Ω input |
| Display: | LCD with backlight (128x64 resolution) |
| Power supply: | ZOOM AD-19 AC adapter (DC12 V/2 A) |
| Power consumption: | 17W maximum |
| External dimensions: | 445 mm (W) x 282 mm (D) x 70.5 mm (H) |
| Weight (main unit only): | 2.53 kg / 5.58 lbs |
