Zoom F8n Pro

SOME MAKE SOUND. OTHERS MAKE HISTORY. When developing the F8n, it was our mission to provide every sound professional with the tools to create something exceptional. 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 it's 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.

SAFEGUARD YOUR RECORDINGS

Dual SD Card Recording Record simultaneously on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, up to 512 GB each, allowing for redundant recording.

Three Power Sources A 4-pin Hirose connector allows the use of external 9-18 volt DC battery packs. Power can also be provided by 8 AA batteries or the AD-19 AC adapter included with your device. The F8n can switch power sources at a user-defined voltage level for uninterrupted recording.

Dual-Channel Recording The F8n's dual-channel recording mode allows you to create safety tracks by doubling up the recordings from inputs 1-4 onto tracks 5-8. Tracks can be controlled independently, allowing you to customize each safety track with different gain, limiting, and more.

Pre-Record The pre-record function allows you to capture up to 6 seconds of audio before you hit the RECORD button.

LOUDER, CLEANER, AND CLEARER MONITORING Volume, clarity, and immersion are equally important for proper monitoring in the field. That's why updates have been made to the F8n's headphone processing to maximize all three. A digital gain boost has been added to minimize ambient bleed, which can cause comb filtering resulting in poor audio quality.

Signals can be freely routed to the left and/or right headphone channels, pre- or post-fader. Additionally, the headphone output can be switched to mono. You also can set headphone alert tones for low battery, recording start/stop, or recording errors.

WIRELESS CONTROL The Zoom F8 Control App (for iOS / for Android) provides extensive wireless remote control of the F8n from your iPhone, iPad, or Android using Bluetooth LE protocol. Functions include mixer pan and fader levels as well transport controls. It also monitors input levels, current time code, and battery status. When you're finished, you can even enter file and metadata info directly from your iOS / Android device.

ZOOM F-CONTROL Sold separately, the Zoom F-Control FRC-8 is the control surface that no serious rig is complete without. With 60mm faders and clear channel indicators, the F-Control's simple, ergonomic design gives you complete authority over your workflow. Pair your F-Control with the Zoom F8 Control App to turn your iPhone, iPad, or Android into a large-scale meter monitor for easy reading.

360 AUDIO Ambisonics Capable of recording 360-audio, the F8n is a must-have for engineers of the future. The F8n's Ambisonics mode features A to B decoding, gain and settings linking, and a customized metering screen.

The VR Dream Team For the ultimate VR rig, pair the Zoom F8n with a Sennheiser AMBEO mic. Built for mobility and backed by two quality names, this combination lets you capture premium 360-audio anywhere and everywhere.

• 32-bit float recording: Captures a full dynamic range without adjusting gain, preventing audio clipping.

• Eight inputs and ten tracks: Records from multiple sources simultaneously for complex setups.

• High-quality mic preamps: Delivers clear and detailed sound with low noise.

• Flexible signal routing: Offers advanced options like phase inversion and mid-side decoding.

• Precise timecode synchronization: Keeps perfect sync with video and other devices.

• AutoMix software: Automatically reduces ambient sound for cleaner audio.

• Dual SD card slots: Provides large storage and redundancy for reliable recording.

• Multiple power options: Supports batteries, DC battery packs, or AC adapters.

• Ambisonics mode: Records spatial audio for VR and AR applications.

• USB audio interface: Functions as an 8-in/4-out interface for recording and streaming.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• 8-channel/10-track field audio recorder/mixer

• Records in BWF-compliant WAV format up to 192 kHz/32-bit float

• 8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors

• High-quality mic preamps with up to 75 dB gain and less than -127 dBu EIN

• Switchable +4 dB inputs with mic/line options for both XLR and TRS

• Accurate timecode (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

• Zoom AutoMix software

• Three power supply options: 8x AA batteries, external DC battery pack with Hirose connector, or 12V AC adapter

• High-pass filter, phase invert, and mid-side decoder

• Dual mini-XLR (TA3) balanced main outputs plus >" stereo mini-jack sub output

• Dedicated headphone output (100 mW) with front panel volume control

• 2.4" full-color backlit LCD with monochromatic mode

• Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots, up to 1 TB each

• Functions as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface

• Free Zoom F8 Control App for iOS and Android allows wireless remote control, file renaming, and metadata entry

RECORDING SPECIFICATIONS:

• Sampling rates: 44.1/48/88.2/96/192 kHz

• Bit depths: 24-bit linear/32-bit float

• Supports Ambisonics mode for 360º audio recording

INPUT/OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS:

• Analog inputs: 8 x XLR/TRS combo connectors

• Analog outputs: 2 x TA3 (mini-XLR) balanced main outputs, 1 x >" stereo mini-jack sub output

• Headphone output: 1 x ¼" stereo jack

• Timecode I/O: Standard BNC connectors

• USB: 1 x Mini-B port

POWER SPECIFICATIONS:

• Power options: 8x AA batteries, external DC battery pack with Hirose connector, or 12V AC adapter

• Battery life: Up to 5 hours with alkaline batteries (2 channels recording, phantom off)

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 178 mm x 140 mm x 54 mm

• Weight: 1.19 kg (without batteries)