Tascam MS-16

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General

  • Manufacturer: Tascam
  • Model: MS-16
  • Type: Tape machine with 16 channel, 1", 38 cm/sec
  • Years of manufacture: 1987 - 1991
  • Made in: Japan
  • Color: Black
  • Dimensions (WxHxD):
  • Weight:
    • Drive: 38 kg
    • Electronics: 16,5 kg
  • Original price: 26'220 DM

Options:

      • CS 65 rack for: MS 16, DX 8 DS: 3'379 DM
      • DX8DS dbx unit - 8 channels: 2'240 DM
      • AQ 65 Autolactor (10-point memory): DM 2'853
      • RC 65 remote control: 1'238 DM
      • CS 64 Stand for: AQ 65, RC 65 and track selector unit: DM 741


Technical data

Mechanical

  • Tape format: 16 tracks, 1" tape.
  • Reel size: 26.5 cm (10-1/2") NAB
  • Tape speed: 38 cm/s (15 ips)
  • Speed consistency: ±0.2% deviation
  • Pitch control: Coarse: ±15%; Fine: ±0.7%
  • Pitch variation: 0.04% (NAB rated)
    • 0.07% (NAB unweighted)
    • ±0.08% peak (DIN/IEC/ANSI evaluated)
    • ±0.12% peak (DIN/IEC/ANSI unweighted)

Rewind time (Fast): 120 seconds for 800 m (2400 ft) Rewind time (Spooling): 370 seconds for 800 m (2400 ft)

  • Capstan motor: direct-drive PLL DC motor
  • Coil motors: 2 DC motors
  • Head arrangement: 3 heads, erase, record/sync and playback


Electrical

  • Line input : balanced / unbalanced.
  • Input impedance : 10kOhm 50kOhm
    • Nom. Input Level : +4dBm (1.23V) -10dBV (0.316V)

Max. Input Level: +28dBm (19.5V) +18dBV (8.0V)

  • Line output:
    • Output impedance: 20kOhm 5000hm.
    • Nom. Input Level: +4dBm (1.23 V) -10dBV (0.316V)
    • Max. Output Level: +28dBm (19.5V) +18dBV (8.0 V)
    • Delete frequency: 145 kHz
    • Equalization: IEC; +35 us;
    • Recording level: 250nWb/m (0 VU)
    • Power requirement: 220 watts
  • Frequency response over all:
    • 40-22 kHz, ±3 dB (0 VU)
    • 40-22 kHz, ±2 dB (-10 VU)
  • Playback (both sync and playback): 40-22 kHz, ±2 dB

Distortion factor: (THD): 0.8% at OVU, 1kHz

    • Total harmonic distortion: (THD): 3% at 13dB above 0 VU, 1kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio: 69dB (weighted to A), (referenced to 3% THD at 1 kHz) 62dB (unweighted)

  • Channel crosstalk attenuation: 55db at 1kHz, 0 VU
  • Cancellation attenuation: 70 dB at 1kHz, +10 VU
  • Overload protection:(recording amplifier) 28 dB above OVU at 1kHz


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Pictures[edit]

  • Excerpt from advertisement: Tascam MS-16

Tascam MS-16-1987.jpg


Reports[edit]

  • Review by "Tape Museum" of MS-16 features:
  • Compatible with SMPTE systems
  • Real-time tape counter
  • Direct-drive capstan motor with PLL crystal control
  • Ceramic capstan axis
  • Fine speed control ±15
  • Completely logical tape transport control
  • Zero Return (return to zero) and STC (intersection search)
  • Spooling mode of operation
  • VU meter with peak LED
  • Spliced block
  • Editing in Dum/Manual/Stop modes
  • Pre-select (Insert) switch
  • Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA input/output jacks
  • DC coupled amplifiers
  • Plugged-in circuit boards
  • Low frequency compensator
  • "Punch In/Out"
  • Low-noise tape run
  • Input activation switch
  • Mute switch for stop
  • Sync lock function for track 16
  • Mute switch for lifter stop


  • The MS-16 is TASCAM's latest top-of-the-line professional multitrack recorder, designed to offer exceptional performance for the most demanding applications.
  • The drive chassis has been designed to withstand the toughest use, ensuring that tape run and adjustment remain stable for many hours, even during rough field operation.
  • The MS-16 is also set up to connect to SMPTE standard controllers and control devices for precise auto-locating and synchronous operation for video/film.
  • Despite its outstanding operating data in virtually all areas, the MS-16 uses the economical 1-inch 16-track tape format at a speed of 38cm/s (15 ips).
  • Both balanced +4 dBM inputs and outputs with XLRs and unbalanced -10dBV inputs and outputs with RCA jacks are provided for full compatibility with all types of studio equipment.
  • As with all other top-of-the-line TASCAM multitrack recorders, Sync's frequency response is identical to the playback frequency response, so there is absolutely no sound loss when tracks are dubbed over.
  • The heads of the MS-16 are manufactured with micro-fine precision tolerances and are mounted on a precision-machined injection-molded base block that guarantees stable adjustment over a long period of time.


  • DX-8 DS dbx Noise Reduction Unit
  • The 8-channel DX-8DS dbx noise reduction unit is specifically designed to operate with the MS-16 using a multi-pin connector.


  • Monitor Choices
  • Monitor choices have been carefully designed for great speed and ease of use in all types of recording situations. You have the choice of input, sync or playback output, and insert (pre-load) switches allow monitoring of both input and sync playback of recorded tracks. An "Input Enable" switch allows monitoring of the input during fast rewind or stop, regardless of which recording mode is preselected, for easy communication between the control room and the studio. * When on ("ON"), the STOP MUTE function suppresses noise that may occur when the unit is switched between Stop and other modes. When set to "OFF", "Stop Edit" is possible.


  • The MS-16 drive and electronics are separate and both parts can be mounted in any standard EIA instrument rack. For a conveniently readable instrument display, the instrument bridge can be disconnected from the electronics using the T-0865 instrument cable kit.
  • The electronics and amplifier stages for recording, playback and biasing are modular with one printed circuit board per channel. Access is quick and easy, minimizing service time. For remote control purposes, the recording function selection group and the control unit for the outputs are detachable using the CS-63 remote control kit.


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