In order to set up our Model 12 as a DAW controller, we’ll first need to navigate
to the Model 12 product page on the Tascam website and download firmware version 1.30
To install the update, add the new firmware version to the Utility folder on the Model 12 SD card
while in storage mode. After properly ejecting the Model 12 from your computer, power the unit
off then on again while holding stop and rewind simultaneously. Click on the new firmware version
and then restart the unit once installation has been completed. After that’s been installed, we’ll
connect the Model 12 to our computer via USB. Next we’ll enter the menu on the Model 12 and
scroll down to DAW Controller and push ENTER. Next, scroll down to Studio One which uses the
Mackie Control Universal protocol and push ENTER again. Next we’ll open Studio One. Navigate to the
Preferences menu and click the External Devices tab. Click Add, then select Model 12 DAW Control IN
from the Receive From drop down menu. Under Send To, we’ll select Model 12 DAW Control OUT, then click OK.
As you can see, our control surface is now listed and using the Mackie Control protocol.
Click OK to save the changes. From here, we can now use the Model 12 controls to manipulate
functions in Studio One. As you can see, when I raise the fader, push Solo or Mute, use the
Pan knobs or press the shuttle control buttons, they control those same functions within the DAW.
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