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Product Highlights
  • 8-channel / 10-track Field Audio Recorder / Mixer
  • 32-Bit Float Recording
  • 8x XLR Input
  • Up to 75 dB gain & EIN of -127dBu or less Mic Preamps
  • Switchable +4dB Inputs with mic/line options (XLR/TRS)
  • Dual SD Card / USB Interface Recording
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Overview

F8n Pro | Field Recorder
Zoom's New Flagship Field Recorder

Filmmakers and sound professionals know the importance of sharp, clean audio in storytelling. From the click of a seatbelt to the roar of an engine, record on 8-inputs simultaneously with 32-bit float technology for a full dynamic range and clip-free audio. Take control of your hectic and complex productions, eliminate the need to adjust gain and monitor each track, and use the highest quality sound that will enable you to make magic in post.

Key Features:

  • 32-bit float recording technology
  • 8-channel/10-track field audio recorder/mixer
  • Records in BWF-compliant WAV format up to 192kHz/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 +4dB inputs with mic/line options for both XLR and TRS
  • 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
  • Zoom AutoMix™ software
  • Three different power supply options: 8x AA batteries, external DC battery pack with Hirose connector, or 12V AC adapter (AA’s and DC battery pack not included)

 

  • High pass filter, phase invert, and mid-side decoder
  • Dual mini-XLR (TA3) balanced Main Outs plus ⅛" stereo mini-jack Sub Out
  • 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
  • Use 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

Display

The F8n Pro's 2.4-inch full-color backlit display with monochromatic mode makes field work equally easy in low or direct lighting.

Slate Switch

The F8n Pro's has a built-in slate mic for recording comments as well as the ability to output a variable frequency tone signal.

Transport Controls

The control panel features stop, search forward and search backward keys as well as illuminated play/pause and record buttons.

Input Controls

Each input features a built-in preamp with a dedicated gain control knob and a 6-segment LED level meter.

USB Port

A USB port enables firmware updates, file transfer, and allows the F8n Pro to be used as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface operating at sample rates up to 32-bit float / 96kHz.

Inputs

The F8n Pro provides 8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors, allowing you to plug in any microphone, wireless pack, or line level device. Any input can also be used as a camera return.

SD Card Slots

Record on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, up to 1 TB each, simultaneously, allowing you to instantly backup or split recordings.

Headphone Jack

The unit’s 1/4" headphone jack also comes with dedicated volume control.

Main Outputs

The F8n Pro provides four outputs: two Main Outs (on balanced TA3 mini-XLR jacks) for connection to external mixers and processing devices; and two Sub Outs (on a single unbalanced 1/8" stereo mini-jack) for connection to a camera. The F8n Pro also provides a selectable +4 dBu output.

DC Power

The F8n Pro can be powered by a 9-18V external DC power supply.

Time Code IN/OUT

Timecode can be generated internally or transmitted from an external timecode generator.

10-Pin Mic Connector

Zoom's proprietary 10-pin connector enables the use of interchangeable Zoom mic capsules, with optional extension cables that allow for remote positioning

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Product Specifications

F8n Pro

 

INPUTS

INPUT 1 - 8 Connectors: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot)
INPUT SOURCE SET TO MIC (→ SETTING THE INPUT SOURCE (INPUT SOURCE)) Input gain: +10 – +75 dB
  Input impedance: 3 kΩ or more
  Maximum input level: +4 dBu (at 0 dBFS)
  Phantom power: +24/+48 V, 10 mA maximum per channel
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE   −127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75 dB input gain, 150 Ω input)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE   20 Hz – 60 kHz, +0.5 dB/−1 kHz (192 kHz sample rate)
A/D DYNAMIC RANGE   113 dB typ. (−60 dBFS input, A-weighted)
CROSSTALK   −90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1 kHz)
MIC IN   ZOOM 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: TA3 connectors (balanced output, 2: hot)
  Output impedance: 150 Ω or less
  Reference output level: −10 dBV (normal output level)
    +4 dBu (line output level)
    1 kHz, 600 Ω load
  Maximum output level: +10 dBV (normal output level)
    +24 dBu (line output level)
    1 kHz, 600 Ω load
SUB OUT 1/2 Connectors: 3.5 mm stereo mini (unbalanced output)
  Output impedance: 100 Ω or less
  Reference output level: −10 dBV (normal output level)
    −40 dBu (mic output level)
    1 kHz, 10 kΩ load
  Maximum output level: +10 dBV (normal output level)
HEADPHONE Connector: 1/4 inch stereo (unbalanced output)
  Output impedance: 18 Ω or less
  Maximum output level: 100 mW + 100 mW (32 Ω load)
D/A DYNAMIC RANGE   105 dB typ. (−60dBFS input, A-weighted)

RECORDING MEDIA

  Dual SD card slots: SDHC cards: 4 GB – 32 GB
    SDXC cards: 64 GB – 1 TB

RECORDING FORMATS

WHEN WAV SELECTED Supported formats: 44.1, 47.952, 48, 48.048, 88.2, 96 and 192 kHz
    16-bit linear, 24-bit linear and 32-bit float
    Mono/stereo/2-10 ch poly
    BWF and iXML
  Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 10 (8 inputs + stereo mix)
    8 (at 192 kHz sampling rate)
WHEN MP3 SELECTED Supported formats: 128, 192 and 320 kbps
    44.1 and 48 kHz
    ID3v1 tags
  Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2

RECORDING TIME

  Using a 32GB card: 23:08:00 (48 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)
    5:47:00 (192 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)

TIMECODE

  Connector: BNC
  Modes: Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext and Ext Auto Rec (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode)
  Frame rates: 23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND and 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

  AA batteries: 8 (alkaline, nickel-metal hydride or lithium)
  AC adapter: ZOOM AD-19, DC 12 V/2 A, center plus
  External DC power supply: HIROSE HR10A-7R-4S 4-pin connector (1 pin: -, 4 pin: +), 9–18 V

ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIMES:

• THESE VALUES ARE ONLY ESTIMATES. 2 channels to SD 1 48kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD brightness 5, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM OFF Alkaline batteries: about 6 hours
• THESE VALUES ARE BASED ON IN-HOUSE TESTING METHODS.   NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 8.5 hours
• THEY WILL VARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO USE CONDITIONS.   Lithium batteries: about 12 hours
  8 channels to SD 1 48kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD brightness 5, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM OFF Alkaline batteries: about 5 hours
    NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 7 hours
    Lithium batteries: about 10 hours
  8 channels to SD 1/2 192kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIMECODE Int Free Run, LED/LCD brightness 60, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM 48 V Alkaline batteries: about 0.5 hours
    NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 1.5 hours
    Lithium batteries: about 2.5 hours

DISPLAY

    2.4 inch full-color LCD (320 × 240)

USB

  Connector: Mini-B
    • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
    • USB bus power operation is not supported.
MASS STORAGE OPERATION Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
MULTI TRACK AUDIO INTERFACE MODE OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC) Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
  Specifications: Sampling rate: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
    Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float
    8-in/4-out
STEREO MIX AUDIO INTERFACE MODE OPERATION (NO DRIVER REQUIRED) • SUPPORTS AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION WITH IOS/IPADOS DEVICES Class: USB 2.0 Full Speed
  Specifications: Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
    Bit depth: 16-bit linear
    2-in/2-out
AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION WITH RECORDING (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC) Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
  Specifications: Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
    Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float
    10-in/4-out
POWER CONSUMPTION:   15 W
EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS:   7.0 in. (W) × 5.5 in. (D) × 2.1 in. (H)
WEIGHT: (INCLUDING BATTERIES)   1200 g
NOTE: 0 DBU = 0.775 VRMS  

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Zoom F8nPRO MultiTrack Field Recorder with 32-BIT Float Recording

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