Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface

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The R8 8-Track Digital Recorder/Interface/Controller/Sampler from Zoom is an ultra-portable music production solution, ideal for the musician on the go.

Key Features
  • 8-Track Recorder
  • Writes to SD Cards
  • 16 or 24-bit WAV files
  • XLR/TRS Combo Inputs with 48V Phantom

The Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface from Zoom is an ultra-portable music production solution, ideal for the musician on the go.

The Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface packs the versatility of the larger R24 into a fresh compact design. Not only is the R8 an 8-track recorder that writes to SD flash memory cards, it’s also a USB audio interface, a controller, and a pad sampler!

The R8 has 2-track simultaneous recording and 8-track playback. It can record WAV files at sample rates of 44.1/48kHz and bit rates of 16/24-bit. The files are captured to SD memory cards with capacities up to 32GB for making lengthy recordings.

There are built-in stereo condenser mics for making recordings without extra equipment. There are also XLR/TRS combo inputs for connecting external microphones and instruments.

There is 48V phantom power available on 2 tracks for supporting condenser mics. You can choose from over 140 DSP effects to add to your recordings, including guitar amp models and mastering effects. Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface.

The Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface has a USB connector, allowing you to use it as a high-definition audio interface with your computer. It supports rates up to 24-bit/96kHz and offers 2 x 2 in/out over the USB connection.

Steinberg Cubase LE DAW software is included so you can record, mix, and edit on your computer right away. The R8’s controls provide full mixing and transport options for Cubase,

Logic, Sonar, and other popular DAW software options. The control surface uses Mackie Control emulation for wide compatibility.

Other features of the R8 include a pad sampler with 8 voices, as well as a loop-based audio sequencer for music creation. The R8 can operate on 4 standard AA batteries, USB bus power, or the included AC adapter for excellent versatility.

 General

  • Compact design for ultimate portability, ideal for traveling musicians
  • Operates on 4 standard AA batteries, USB bus power, or the included AC adapter for excellent versatility

Recorder

  • 8-track recorder with 2-track simultaneous recording and 8-track playback
  • Records WAV files at sample rates of 44.1/48kHz and bit rates of 16/24-bit
  • Files are captured to SD memory cards with capacities up to 32GB for making lengthy recordings of up to 100 track hours. Flash memory is lightweight and reliable, with no concern of hard drive failure
  • Built-in stereo condenser mics are provided for making recordings without extra equipment
  • XLR/TRS combo inputs let you connect external microphones and instruments. The R8 also has a stereo 1/4″ output for connecting external speakers, plus a 1/4″ headphone jack for private monitoring. A 1/4″ control input supports wired remote control
  • 48V phantom power is available on 2 tracks for supporting condenser mics
  • You can choose from over 140 DSP effects to add to your recordings, including guitar amp models and mastering effects

Interface

  • The Zoom R8 8 Track Digital Recorder Interface ‘s USB connector allows you to use it as a high-definition audio interface with your computer
  • The USB connection supports rates up to 24-bit/96kHz and offers 2 x 2 simultaneous in/out. If you only work at a 44.1kHz sampling rate, you can also use the R8’s internal DSP effects on your computer tracks
  • A dedicated control lets you adjust the mix balanced between DAW playback sound and direct sound for monitoring
  • Steinberg Cubase LE DAW software is included so you can record, mix, and edit on your computer right away

Controller

  • The R8’s controls provide full mixing and transport options for Cubase, Logic, Sonar, and other popular DAW software options
  • The control surface uses Mackie Control emulation for wide compatibility

Sampler/Drum Machine

  • The R8 has 8 built-in pads that can trigger 8 different voices. Samples can be assigned to each pad for creating loops
  • There are 500 internal drum loops
Weight1.2 kg
Brand

Zoom

Tracks

8 x Mono Recording Tracks
2 x Simultaneous Recording Tracks
8 x Simultaneous Playback Tracks + Metronome

Recording Format

44.1/48kHz, 16/24-bit WAV

Recording Time

200 Minutes per GB (Mono)

Functions

Projects: 1000
Markers: 100/Project
Locator: Hours/Minutes/Seconds/Milliseconds and Bars/Beats/Ticks
File Editing: Divide, Trim
Punch-In/Out (Manual, Auto)
Bounce
A-B Repeat
Undo/Redo

Interface

2 x Recording Channels
2 x Playback Channels
24-bit, 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz

Mixer

9 x Faders (8 Mono, 1 Master)
3 Band EQ
Pan (Balance)
2 x Effect Sends
Invert
Tracks 1/2 and 7/8 Selectable in Pairs for Stereo Link

Effects

Algorithms: 8 (Clean, Distortion, Aco/Bass Sim, Bass, Mic, Dual Mic, Stereo, Mastering)
Patches: 310 Insert, 60 Send-Return
Effect Modules: 7 Insert, 2 Send
Tuner: Chromatic, Guitar, Bass, Open A/D/E/G, D Modal

Rhythm Patterns

Voices: 8
Format: Linear PCM
Drum Kits: 10
Pads: 8, Velocity-Sensitive
Precision: 48 ppqn
Patterns: 511/Project
Tempo: 40.0 to 250.0 BPM

Sampling

Playback Formats: 44.1/48kHz, 16/24-bit WAV
Editing: Trim, Time-Stretch

Recording Media

SD Card (16MB – 2GB)
SDHC Card (4GB – 32GB)

AD/DA Conversion

96kHz, 24-bit, Delta-Sigma

Display

128 x 64 Pixel Backlit LCD

Microphone

2 x Omnidirectional Condenser Microphones (Stereo Pair)
Gain: -50dBm < Continuous < +4dBm

Connectors

2 x Balanced XLR/TRS Combo Inputs
1 x Stereo 1/4" Output (2 Jacks, L/R)
1 x Stereo 1/4" Headphone Jack (2 x 20mW, 32 Ohm Load)
1 x 1/4" Control Input (FS01)
1 x USB 2.0 Mini-B High-Speed Connector (Interface/Control and Mass Storage)
1 x DC Power Input

Input Level

-50dBm < Continuous < +4dBm

Input Impedance

Balanced: 1 kOhm
Unbalanced: 50 kOhms
Hi-Z: 470 kOhms

Signal to Noise Ratio

93dB

Phantom Power

48V, 24V

Power

4 x AA Batteries (Up to 5.5 Hours Operation with Backlight On and Phantom Power Off)
USB Bus Power
5VDC, 1A via AC Adapter (Zoom AD-17, Included)

Dimensions (WxDxH)

10.1 x 7.48 x 2" (257 x 190 x 51mm)

Weight

27.5 oz (780g)

Package Weight

2.83 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

13.55 x 8.35 x 3.45"

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