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With features such as Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters, Zoom AutoMix, and mic/line options for both XLR and TRS inputs, the F8n is the next generation of professional field recording.

Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters
The F8n is equipped with Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters that provide overload protection no matter what comes your way. By adding a 1 millisecond delay, the limiters look ahead anticipating clipping before its recorded. Limiting is applied to each of the 8 channels simultaneously at full resolution, with 10 to 20 dB of headroom to ensure pristine audio on every take.

Mic Preamps
The F8n features a super-low noise floor (−127 dBu EIN) and high gain (up to 75 dB). Mic/line levels are selectable for both XLR and TRS inputs.

Zoom AutoMix
Meet your new assistant sound editor, the Zoom AutoMix. This smart software automatically adjusts the levels of your mix to reduce the amount of ambient sound, so you can focus on what really matters - capturing a well-balanced mix.

State-Of-The-Art Time Code
The F8n utilizes a Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) that generates time code at 0.2 ppm accuracy, enabling rock-solid syncing of audio and video. When powered off, the F8n will maintain up to 0.2 ppm accuracy. Time code I/O is provided on BNC connectors.

Simultaneous-Recording
The F8n can record to an SD card and your computer via USB simultaneously. For use during livestreaming, file back-up and more. And you can easily back up your files and stream live while recording.

Features

• 8-channel/10-track field audio recorder/mixer
• 8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors
• Compact and lightweight aluminum chassis, weighing just
• 2 pounds (without batteries)
• High quality mic preamps with up to 75 dB gain and less than -127 dBu EIN
• Switchable +4dB inputs with mic/line options for both XLR and TRS
• Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters
• Zoom AutoMix software
• Support for up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording, and 44.1 kHz, plus 47.952 kHz/48.048 kHz for HD video compatibility;
• 16-/24-bit resolution
• Accurate Time Code (0.2 ppm when on and up to 0.2 ppm when powered off) • I/O on standard BNC connectors; dropframe/non-drop formats with Jam Sync
• Three different power supply options: 8x AA batteries, external DC battery pack with Hirose connector, or 12V AC adapter (AAs and DC battery pack not included)
• Dedicated gain control knob, 6-segment LED level meter, and PFL/Solo switch for each channel
• High pass filter, phase invert, and Mid-Side decoder
• Input delay of up to 30 msec per channel / output delay of up to 10 frames per output
• Compatible with Zoom microphone capsules; optional extender cable enables remote positioning
• Dual mini-XLR (TA3) balanced Main Outs plus 1/8" stereo mini-jack Sub Out
• Dedicated headphone output (100 mW) with front panel volume control
• 2.4" full-colour backlit LCD with monochromatic mode
• Dedicated PFL display with viewable trim settings
• Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots, up to 512 GB each
• Records in BWF-compliant WAV or MP3 file formats
• Support for extensive metadata (BWF and iXML); input time, date, project, scene number, etc.
• Built-in slate mic/slate tone with front panel switch
• Use as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface (@ 96 kHz)
• Free Zoom F8 Control App for iOS allows wireless remote control, file renaming, and metadata entry

What's in the Box

F8n MultiTrack Field Recorder
Zoom AD-19 12V AC Adapter
Cubase LE and WaveLab LE download codes
Operation manual

Specs

RECORDING MEDIA
Dual SD card slots supports: 16MB2GB SD cards, 4GB32GB SDHC cards and 64GB512GB SDXC cards

INPUTS 1-8
Connectors: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot)

INPUT SOURCE SET TO MIC
Input gain: +10 +75 dB
Input impedance: 2 kΩ
Maximum input level: +14 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON)
Phantom power: +24/+48V 10mA maximum for each channel

INPUT SOURCE SET TO LINE
Input gain: -10 +55 dB
Input impedance: 2.6 kΩ
Maximum input level: +24 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON)

INPUTS: ADDITIONAL INFO
Equivalent input noise:
−127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75dB input gain, 150Ω input)
Frequency characteristics: 10 Hz 80 kHz +0.5dB/−1dB (192kHz sampling rate)
A/D dynamic range: 120 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted)
Crosstalk: −90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1kHz)
MIC IN: OOM mic capsule input (use disables Inputs 1/2)
SLATE MIC: Built-in mic for voice memos can be assigned to tracks freely

OUTPUTS : MAIN OUT 1/2
Connectors: TA-3 connectors, balanced output (2: hot)
Output impedance: 150 Ω or less
Reference output level:−10 dBV (normal output level), +4 dBu (Output Level: Line), 1 kHz, 600Ω load
Maximum output level: +10 dBV (normal output level), +24 dBu (Output Level: Line), 1 kHz, 600Ω load

OUTPUTS: SUB OUT 1/2
Connector: 3.5mm stereo mini unbalanced output jack
Output impedance: 100 Ω or less
Reference output level:−10 dBV (normal output level), −40 dBV (mic output level), 1 kHz, 10kΩ load
Maximum output level: +10 dBV (normal output level), -20 dBV (mic output level), 1 kHz, 10kΩ load

HEADPHONE
Connector: 1/4" unbalanced stereo output jack
Output impedance: 15 Ω or less
Maximum output level: 100mW + 100mW (32Ω load)

D/A
D/A dynamic range: 106 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted)

RECORDING FORMATS: WHEN WAV SELECTED
Supported formats: 44.1/47.952/48/48.048/88.2/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo//2-10ch poly, BWF and iXML
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks:
10 (8 inputs + stereo mix)
8 (at 192kHz sampling rate)

RECORDING FORMATS: WHEN MP3 SELECTED
Supported formats: 128/192/320kbps, 44.1/48kHz, ID3v1 tags
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2

RECORDING TIME
Using a 32GB card:
30:51:00 (48 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV)
7:42:00 (192 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV)

TIME CODE
Connector: BNC
Modes: Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext, Ext Auto Rec (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode)
Frame rates: 23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND, 30D
Precision: +/-0.2 ppm
Supported input levels:0.2 5.0 Vpp
Input impedance: 4.6 kΩ
Output level: 3.3 Vpp
Output impedance: 50 Ω or less

POWER SUPPLIES
Batteries: 8 AA
AC adapter: AC adapter: AD-19 DC12V 2A (center plus)
External DC power supply: HIROSE HR10A-7R-4S 4-pin connector (1 pin: −, 4 pin: +), 918 V
Power consumption: 15 W

CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 2 CHANNELS AT 48KHZ/16-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, 32Ω HEAD- PHONES, PHANTOM OFF
Alkaline batteries: 6 hours or more
NiMH (2450mAh): 8.5 hours or more
Lithium batteries: 12 hours or more

CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 8 CHANNELS AT 48KHZ/24-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, 32Ω HEAD- PHONES, PHANTOM OFF
Alkaline batteries: 3.5 hours or more
NiMH (2450mAh): 6 hours or more
Lithium batteries: 8 hours or more

CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN RECORDING 8 CHANNELS AT 192KHZ/24-BIT TO SD1 WITH MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIME CODE INT FREE RUN, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 60, 32Ω HEADPHONES, PHANTOM 48V
Alkaline batteries: 1 hour or more
NiMH (2450mAh): 2 hours or more
Lithium batteries: 3 hours or more

DISPLAY
2.4" full-colour LCD: 320x240

USB: MASS STORAGE OPERATION
Class: USB 2.0 High Speed

USB: MULTI TRACK AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC)
Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
Specifications: 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz sampling rate, 16/24-bit , 8 in/4 out

USB : STEREO MIX AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (NO DRIVER REQUIRED)
Class: USB 2.0 Full Speed
Specifications: 44.1/48kHz sampling rate, 16-bit , 2 in/2 out

AUDIO INTERFACE WITH REC. (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC)
Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
Specifications: 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate, 16/24-bit , 10 in/4 out

*Note: iOS device audio interface operation supported (stereo mode only)

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
Main unit: 7.0 in. (W) 5.5 in. (D) 2.1 in. (H) 178.2 mm (W) 140.3 mm (D) 54.3 mm (H)
Weight (Main unit only): 2.2 pounds (1000 g)