Zoom F8n Pro Multi-Track Field Recorder
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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, the F8n Pro’s 8 inputs capture full dynamic range using 32-bit float technology.
Create Immersive Audio
With 8 inputs and 10 tracks, the F8n Pro can capture the most complex audio, expanding your options so that you can create sonic magic in post.
Explosive Audio
32-Bit Float is a game-changer. The F8n Pro uses dual A/D converters and professional-grade preamps to capture clip-free audio – without ever needing to adjust gain!
Multiple Feeds
The F8n Pro has three outputs for external devices, headphones, and camera connections. You can keep tabs on your tracks pre or post-fader, check levels, route signals to the left or right, and set alert tones for battery and recording status.
Formatting Options
The F8n Pro records in BWF-compatible WAV formats up to 32-bit resolution and at sample rates up to 192 kHz.
Built-in Processing
The F8n Pro features flexible signal routing from all inputs to all outputs, phase inversion, and mid-side decoding. It also provides high-pass filtering to reduce the sound of wind and other noise. Input and output delays are also available.
State-of-the-Art Timecode
Keep your tracks perfectly synced even when you power down. On or off, the F8n Pro’s Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) generates time code at 0.2 ppm accuracy.
Stay Focused With Zoom Automix
Zoom AutoMix lets you keep your eyes on the action by automatically adjusting the levels of your mix to reduce ambient sound.
Full Metadata Entry
The track name, scene names, notes, and more can be entered directly from the unit or via the Zoom F8 Control App for iOS / Android.
Six Seconds Of Audio
The pre-record function allows you to capture up to 6 seconds of audio before you hit the record button, guaranteeing you never miss a take.
Record and Stream, Together
When connected to your computer, the F8n Pro can be used as an 8-in / 4-out audio interface. Record and stream in 32-bit float / 96kHz while simultaneously recording to SD cards.
Go Mobile
The F8 Control App (for iOS / for Android) lets you visually monitor signals, adjust levels, trigger transport controls, enter metadata, and more from your Android device, iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth.
Expanded Control
The Zoom F-Control (FRC-8) gives you more flexibility in the field. With 60 mm faders and controls for trim, pan and track-arming, the FRC-8 is a must-have for any professional filmmaker.
Power Up
The F8n Pro is well-equipped for long location shoots or remote fieldwork, with a variety of power options and massive storage. It uses eight AA alkaline batteries for 5 hours of power or plug in the included AD-19 AC adapter. External 9-18 volt DC battery packs is an alternate power source that can be used with a 4-pin Hirose connector.
Dual Memory
Record simultaneously on two SD cards, up to 1TB each, allowing for redundant recording.
360-Degree Audio
The F8n Pro’s Ambisonics mode offers precision A-to-B decoding and balanced gain linking, enabling you to capture spatial audio for VR, and more.
*Note: F-Control is sold separately
General
| Power | 15W |
| Weight | 1200 g |
- Input gain: +10 – +75 dB
- Input impedance: 3 kohm or more
- Maximum input level: +4 dBu (at 0 dBFS)
- Phantom power: +24/+48 V, 10 mA maximum per channel
- Connectors: TA3 connectors (balanced output, 2: hot)
- Output impedance: 150 ohm or less
- Reference output level:
- −10 dBV (normal output level)
- +4 dBu (line output level)
- 1 kHz, 600 ohm load
- Maximum output level:
- +10 dBV (normal output level)
- +24 dBu (line output level)
- 1 kHz, 600 ohm load
- Connectors: 3.5 mm stereo mini (unbalanced output)
- Output impedance: 100 ohm or less
- Reference output level:
- −10 dBV (normal output level)
- −40 dBu (mic output level)
- 1 kHz, 10 Kohm load
- Maximum output level: +10 dBV (normal output level)
- Connector: 1/4-inch stereo (unbalanced output)
- Output impedance: 18 ohm or less
- Maximum output level: 100 mW + 100 mW (32 ohm load)
- SDHC cards: 4 GB to 32 GB
- SDXC cards: 64 GB to 1 TB
- 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)
- Supported formats:
- 128, 192 and 320 kbps
- 44.1 and 48 kHz
- ID3v1 tags
- Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 2
- 23:08:00 (48 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)
- 5:47:00 (192 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)
- 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, 32 ohm headphones, phantom off
- Alkaline batteries: about 6 hours
- 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, 32 ohm 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, 32 ohm headphones, PHANTOM 48 V
- Alkaline batteries: about 0.5 hours
- NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 1.5 hours
- Lithium batteries: about 2.5 hours
- Mini-B
- Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
- USB bus power operation is not supported.
- Sampling rate: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
- Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float
- 8-in/4-out
- Class: USB 2.0 Full Speed
- Specifications: Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
- Bit depth: 16-bit linear
- 2-in/2-out
- 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
Zoom F8n Pro Multi-Track Field Recorder
Inputs
| Connectors | XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot) |
| Input source set to mic (→ setting the input source (input source)) | |
| Equivalent input noise | −127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75 dB input gain, 150 ohm 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 | |
| Sub out 1/2 | |
| Headphone | |
| D/A dynamic range | 105 dB typ. (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) |
Recording Media
| Dual SD card slots |
Recording Formats
| When wav selected | |
| When MP3 selected |
Recording Time
| Using a 32GB card |
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 kohm |
| Output level | 3.3 Vpp |
| Output impedance | 50 ohm 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 | |
| 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 |
Display
| 2.4 inch full-color LCD (320 × 240) |
USB
| Connector | |
| 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 | |
| Stereo mix audio interface mode operation (no driver required) supports audio interface operation with ios/ipados devices | |
| Audio interface operation with recording (driver required for windows, not required for mac) | |
| Power consumption | 15 W |
| External dimensions (WxDxH) | 7.0 x 5.5 x 2.1 inch |
| Weight | (including batteries): 1200 g |
| Note | 0 DBU = 0.775 VRMS |
Frequently Asked Questions
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You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
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How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
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