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
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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.
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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.
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TRANSPORT CONTROLS
The control panel features stop, search forward and search backward keys as well as illuminated play/pause and record buttons.
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INPUT CONTROLS
Each input features a built-in preamp with a dedicated gain control knob and a 6-segment LED level meter.
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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.
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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.
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SD CARD SLOTS
Record on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, up to 1 TB each, simultaneously, allowing you to instantly backup or split recordings.
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HEADPHONE JACK
The unit’s 1/4″ headphone jack also comes with dedicated volume control.
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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.
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DC POWER
The F8n Pro can be powered by a 9-18V external DC power supply.
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TIME CODE IN/OUT
Timecode can be generated internally or transmitted from an external timecode generator.
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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-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
SPECS
INPUTS
| INPUT 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: | 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 dB (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 7 hours |
| • THESE VALUES ARE BASED ON IN-HOUSE TESTING METHODS. | NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 8 hours | |
| • THEY WILL VARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO USE CONDITIONS. | Lithium batteries: about 13.5 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 4.5 hours | |
| NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 6 hours | ||
| Lithium batteries: about 9.5 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 hour | ||
| Lithium batteries: about 2 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 |
RECORD AND STREAM, TOGETHER
When connected to your computer, the F8n Pro can be used as a 8-in / 4-out audio interface. Record and stream in 32-bit float / 96kHz while simultaneously recording to SD cards.
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.
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.
* The F-Control is sold separately. You can learn more here.
WE STACKED THE DECK
PROFESSIONAL FEATURES
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.
POWER UP
The F8n Pro is well-equipped for long location shoots or remote fieldwork, with a variety of power options and massive storage.
Onboard Power
Use eight AA alkaline batteries for 5 hours of power or plug in the included AD-19 AC adapter.
Alternate Power
External 9-18 volt DC battery packs 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.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Package Includes:
- F8n Pro Field Recorder
- Zoom AD-19 12V AC adapter
- Operation manual
Optional Accessories:
- F-Control (FRC-8)
- PCF-8n Field Bag
- ECM-3 Mic Capsule Extender Cable
- ECM-6 Mic Capsule Extender Cable
- CMF-8 Camera Mounting Bracket
- TXF-8 TA3 to XLR Cables
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