Zoom F8N Multi Tracker Field Recorder

In a nutshell

The Zoom F8N is perfect for capturing on-location audio for professional audio/visual applications. The F8N includes eight input channels in total, each with high-end microphone preamps. It is a compact mixer which features timecode input/output making this mixer very useful for minicam applications when you need to sync pictures from mulitple cameras with audio.

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The technical lowdown

 

Display

The F8n’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 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 to be used as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface operating at sample rates up to 24-bit / 96kHz.

Inputs

The F8n 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 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 also provides a selectable +4 dBu output.

DC POWER

The F8n 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

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

Additional information

Dual SD card slots supports

16MB – 2GB SD cards, 4GB – 32GB SDHC cards and 64GB – 1TB 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)

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