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, the F8n Pro’s 8 inputs capture full dynamic range using 32-bit float technology.
TOUR THE F8N PRO
A. DISPLAY
The F8n Pro’s 2.4-inch full-colour backlit display with monochromatic mode makes field work equally easy in low or direct lighting.
B. SLATE SWITCH
The F8n Pro has a built-in slate mic for recording comments as well as the ability to output a variable frequency tone signal.
C. TRANSPORT CONTROLS
The control panel features stop, search forward and search backward keys as well as illuminated play/pause and record buttons.
D. INPUT CONTROLS
Each input features a built-in preamp with a dedicated gain control knob and a 6-segment LED level meter.
E. 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.
F. 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.
G. SD CARD SLOTS
Record on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, up to 1 TB each, simultaneously, allowing you to instantly backup or split recordings.
H. HEADPHONE JACK
The unit’s 1/4" headphone jack also comes with dedicated volume control.
I. 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.
J. DC POWER
The F8n can be powered by a 9-18V external DC power supply.
K. TIME CODE IN/OUT
Timecode can be generated internally or transmitted from an external timecode generator.
L. 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
FEATURES OF THE F8N PRO
- 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-colour 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
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Free Zoom F8 Control App for iOS and Android allows wireless remote control,
file renaming, and metadata entry
SPECS
INPUTS
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INPUT 1 - 8 |
Connectors: |
XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot) |
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INPUT SOURCE SET TO MIC |
Input gain: |
+10 – +75 dB |
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Input impedance: |
3 kΩ or more |
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Maximum input level: |
+4 dBu (at 0 dBFS) |
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Phantom power: |
+24/+48 V, 10 mA maximum per channel |
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EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE |
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−127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75 dB input gain, 150 Ω input) |
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE |
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20 Hz – 60 kHz, +0.5 dB/−1 dB (192 kHz sample rate) |
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A/D DYNAMIC RANGE |
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113 dB typ. (−60 dBFS input, A-weighted) |
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CROSSTALK |
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−90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1 kHz) |
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MIC IN |
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ZOOM mic capsule input (use disables Inputs 1/2) |
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SLATE MIC |
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Built-in mic for voice memos can be assigned to tracks freely |
OUTPUTS
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MAIN OUT 1/2 |
Connectors: |
TA3 connectors (balanced output, 2: hot) |
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Output impedance: |
150 Ω or less |
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Reference output level: |
−10 dBV (normal output level) |
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+4 dBu (line output level) |
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1 kHz, 600 Ω load |
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Maximum output level: |
+10 dBV (normal output level) |
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+24 dBu (line output level) |
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1 kHz, 600 Ω load |
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SUB OUT 1/2 |
Connectors: |
3.5 mm stereo mini (unbalanced output) |
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Output impedance: |
100 Ω or less |
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Reference output level: |
−10 dBV (normal output level) |
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−40 dBu (mic output level) |
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1 kHz, 10 kΩ load |
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Maximum output level: |
+10 dBV (normal output level) |
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HEADPHONE |
Connector: |
1/4 inch stereo (unbalanced output) |
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Output impedance: |
18 Ω or less |
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Maximum output level: |
100 mW + 100 mW (32 Ω load) |
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D/A DYNAMIC RANGE |
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105 dB typ. (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) |
RECORDING MEDIA
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Dual SD card slots: |
SDHC cards: 4 GB – 32 GB |
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SDXC cards: 64 GB – 1 TB |
RECORDING FORMATS
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WHEN WAV SELECTED |
Supported formats: |
44.1, 47.952, 48, 48.048, 88.2, 96 and 192 kHz |
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16-bit linear, 24-bit linear and 32-bit float |
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Mono/stereo/2-10 ch poly |
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BWF and iXML |
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Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: |
10 (8 inputs + stereo mix) |
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8 (at 192 kHz sampling rate) |
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WHEN MP3 SELECTED |
Supported formats: |
128, 192 and 320 kbps |
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44.1 and 48 kHz |
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ID3v1 tags |
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Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: |
2 |
RECORDING TIME
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Using a 32GB card: |
23:08:00 (48 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV) |
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5:47:00 (192 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV) |
TIMECODE
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Connector: |
BNC |
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Modes: |
Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext and Ext Auto Rec (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode) |
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Frame rates: |
23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND and 30D |
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Precision: |
±0.2 ppm |
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Supported input levels: |
0.2 - 5.0 Vpp |
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Input impedance: |
4.6 kΩ |
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Output level: |
3.3 Vpp |
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Output impedance: |
50 Ω or less |
POWER SUPPLIES
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AA batteries: |
8 (alkaline, nickel-metal hydride or lithium) |
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AC adapter: |
ZOOM AD-19, DC 12 V/2 A, center plus |
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External DC power supply: |
HIROSE HR10A-7R-4S 4-pin connector (1 pin: -, 4 pin: +), 9–18 V |
ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIMES:
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• 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 |
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• THESE VALUES ARE BASED ON IN-HOUSE TESTING METHODS. |
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NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 8.5 hours |
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• THEY WILL VARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO USE CONDITIONS. |
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Lithium batteries: about 12 hours |
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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 |
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NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 7 hours |
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Lithium batteries: about 10 hours |
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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 |
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NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 1.5 hours |
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Lithium batteries: about 2.5 hours |
DISPLAY
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2.4 inch full-color LCD (320 × 240) |
USB
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Connector: |
Mini-B |
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• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. |
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• USB bus power operation is not supported. |
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MASS STORAGE OPERATION |
Class: |
USB 2.0 High Speed |
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MULTI TRACK AUDIO INTERFACE MODE OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC) |
Class: |
USB 2.0 High Speed |
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Specifications: |
Sampling rate: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz |
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Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float |
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8-in/4-out |
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STEREO MIX AUDIO INTERFACE MODE OPERATION (NO DRIVER REQUIRED) • SUPPORTS AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION WITH IOS/IPADOS DEVICES |
Class: |
USB 2.0 Full Speed |
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Specifications: |
Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz |
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Bit depth: 16-bit linear |
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2-in/2-out |
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AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION WITH RECORDING (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NOT REQUIRED FOR MAC) |
Class: |
USB 2.0 High Speed |
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Specifications: |
Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz |
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Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float |
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10-in/4-out |
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POWER CONSUMPTION: |
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15 W |
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EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: |
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7.0 in. (W) × 5.5 in. (D) × 2.1 in. (H) |
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WEIGHT: (INCLUDING BATTERIES) |
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1200 g |
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NOTE: 0 DBU = 0.775 VRMS |
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