Zoom F8n Multi-Track Field Recorder

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Capture every location recording cleanly and redundantly with the Zoom F8n, a sound bag–friendly, multitrack field recorder with look-ahead limiters for distortion-free 24-bit audio, and up to 8-input / 10-track recording for professional and enthusiast applications on set and in the field.

Key Features
  • Location Recording & Filmmaking
  • Look-Ahead Limiters Prevent Clipping
  • 8 x High-Gain, Low-Noise Mic Preamps
  • Records 8 Inputs & Stereo Mix

The Zoom F8N Multi-Track Field Recorder, a sound bag–friendly, multitrack field recorder with look-ahead limiters for distortion-free 24-bit audio, and up to 8-input / 10-track recording for professional and enthusiast applications on set and in the field.

Like other F-Series recorders such as the F4 and F6, you can slide it in a sound bag, sling it over your shoulder, or mount it to a camera.

The Zoom F8N Multi-Track Field Recorder packs quantity and quality into a rugged frame that’s more than ready for filmmaking, production/location sound mixing, sound effects recording, and electronic news gathering (ENG).

From the large, informative color display and user-friendly controls to the flexible powering options and precision time code functionality.

The Zoom F8N Multi-Track Field Recorder is properly equipped to please novices and demanding veterans alike.

Whether you need long-duration stereo recording for an interview, redundant capture of multi-mic setups for a video shoot, or Ambisonics sound files for virtual reality and 360-audio projects, the Zoom F8N Multi-Track Field Recorder has the modes, resolutions, and media support to handle your crucial audio tasks. Plus.

Its operational versatility ensures that the F8n will always enhance your workflow, be it simple, complex, or always changing. You can feel confident using it as your main recorder, a USB audio interface for your dedicated computer rig, or a backup unit for added safety.

Since it supports dual SD card recording, 4-channel safety recording, and 6-second pre-recording, you can stop worrying about losing takes.

Weight2.12 kg
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Number of Tracks

WAV:
10 (8 Inputs + Stereo Mix)
MP3:
2

Max Sample Rate/Resolution

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Microphone

Built-In Slate Mic

Built-In Speaker

No

Display

Color LCD (Backlit)

Memory Card Support

SD (16 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC (4 to 32 GB)
SDXC (64 to 512 GB)

Internal Storage

None

Audio File Formats

BWF, ID3v1, MP3, WAV, iXML

Sample Rates

WAV:
44.1 / 47.952 / 48 / 48.048 / 88.2 / 96 / 192 kHz
MP3:
44.1 / 48 kHz

Bit Depth

16 / 24-Bit

Signal Processing

Limiter

Timecode

Yes

Frame Rates Supported

23.976 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 29.97 DF / 30 / 30 DF

Clock Accuracy

±0.2 ppm

Recording Time

WAV 48 kHz/24-Bit:
57.8 Mins per GB (Stereo)
WAV 192 kHz/24-Bit:
14.4 Mins per GB (Stereo)

Analog I/O

8 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Female Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
1 x Proprietary Mic Capsule Input
2 x TA3 3-Pin Male Balanced Line Output
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output
1 x 1/4" TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output

Digital I/O

1 x BNC Timecode Input
1 x BNC Timecode Output

Phantom Power

+24 / 48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)

Phantom Power Current

≤10 mA per Channel

Host Connection

1 x Mini-USB (USB 2.0)

Frequency Response

10 Hz to 80 kHz +0.5/-1 dB (At 192 kHz)

Gain Range

Mic Inputs:
+10 to +75 dB
Line Inputs:
-10 to +55 dB

Max Input Level

Mic Inputs:
+14 dBu (Limiter On, at 0 dBFS)
Line Inputs:
+24 dBu (Limiter On, at 0 dBFS)

Max Output Level

Outputs:
+24 dBu
Aux Outputs:
+10 dBV

Headphone Output Power

100 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms

Dynamic Range

A/D Converters:
120 dBA
D/A Converters:
106 dBA

Impedance

Mic Inputs:
2 Kilohms
Line Inputs:
2.6 Kilohms
Balanced Outputs:
≤150 Ohms
Aux Outputs:
≤100 Ohms
Headphone Outputs:
≤15 Ohms
BNC Inputs:
4.6 Kilohms
BNC Outputs:
≤50 Ohms

EIN

≤-127 dBu (A-Weighted)

Power Options

Batteries or AC/DC Power Adapter

Battery Type

8 x AA (Not Included)

Approximate Battery Life

48 kHz/16-Bit:
6 Hours (Alkaline, 2 Channels)
8.5 Hours (Alkaline, 2 Channels)
12 Hours (Lithium, 2 Channels)
48 kHz/24-Bit:
3.5 Hours (Alkaline, All Channels)
6 Hours (NiMH, All Channels)
8 Hours (Lithium, All Channels)
192 kHz/24-Bit:
1 Hour (Alkaline, All Channels)
2 Hours (NiMH, All Channels)
3 Hours (Lithium, All Channels)

AC/DC Power Adapter

12 VDC at 2 A (Included)

Dimensions

7 x 5.5 x 2.1" / 178.2 x 140.3 x 54.3 mm

Weight

2.2 lb / 1 kg

Package Weight

4.26 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

11.7 x 10.35 x 4.05"

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