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Zoom F8 Recorder Part 3
goodcooker:
The second thread is out to 27 pages so...
Zoom F8 thread part 1
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=172643.0
Part 2
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=175697.0
In depth review of Zoom F8 by tonedeaf
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=175264.0
Product page from Zoom with marketing speak and links to additional info
https://www.zoom.co.jp/products/handy-recorder/zoom-f8-multitrack-field-recorder
You can download the Zoom F8 Firmware v2.00 here: https://zoom-na.com/products/field-video-recording/field-recording/zoom-f8-multitrack-field-recorder#downloads
Features at a glance -
•8-channel/10-track field audio recorder/mixer
•8 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR/TRS combo connectors
•Compact and lightweight aluminum chassis, weighing just 2 pounds (without batteries)
•High quality mic preamps with up to 75 dB gain, less than -127 dBu EIN, and +4 dB line inputs
•Support for up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording as well as 96 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 48 kHz, and 44.1 kHz, plus 47.952 kHz/48.048 kHz for HD video compatibility; 16-/24-bit resolution
•Accurate Time Code (0.2 ppm) I/O on standard BNC connectors; dropframe/non-drop formats with Jam Sync
•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)
•Automatic switching of power source from DC to batteries at user-defined voltage levels
•Dedicated gain control knob, 6-segment LED level meter, and PFL/Solo switch for each channel
•Phantom power (+48V/+24V) on every input
•Advanced onboard limiters for input and output
•High pass filter, phase invert, and Mid-Side decoder
•Input delay of up to 30 msec per channel / output delay of up to 10 frames per output
•Compatible with Zoom microphone capsules; optional extender cable enables remote positioning
•Dual mini-XLR (TA3) balanced Main Outs plus ⅛" stereo mini-jack Sub Out
•Dedicated headphone output (100mW) with front panel volume control
•2.4" full-color backlit LCD with monochrome mode
•Dedicated PFL display with viewable trim settings
•Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots, up to 512 GB each
•Records in BWF-compliant WAV or MP3 file formats
•Support for extensive metadata (BWF and iXML); input time, date, project, scene number, etc.
•Built-in slate mic/slate tone with front panel switch
•Built-in tripod mount; camera mount adapter also included
•Use as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface (@ 96 kHz)
•Free Zoom F8 Control App for iOS allows wireless remote control, file renaming, and metadata entry
Firmware 2.0 update
1. Added Trim Knob option that enables adjusting fader/pan settings with input trim knobs.
2. Added the function of moving the previously recorded take to the new FALSE TAKE folder.
3. Expanded Function Shortcuts as well as Shortcut List Menu.
4. Added the function of selecting alphabet letters for the scene number.
5. Added Trim Link function for adjusting the input levels of multiple tracks simultaneously.
6. Added the function of editing track name in Meta data.
7. Added the function of showing track names on the level meters.
8. Added the function that enables selecting “Scene_***” for the format of take name.
9. Added the function of adjusting L/R track volume.
10. Added SOLO function that enables monitoring signals of specific tracks only during playback.
11. Added sound report function for exporting CSV format file including recorded take information, etc.
12. Changed the location of Next Take menu on MENU>REC>Next Take to MENU>META DATA (for next take).
13. Added the function of applying edits of the selected card to the other card when two SD cards are inserted.
14. Changed the track order of Poly WAV recorded files from Tr1, Tr2, …, Tr8, L, R to L, R, Tr1, Tr2, …, Tr8.
You can download the Zoom F8 Firmware v2.00 here: https://zoom-na.com/products/field-video-recording/field-recording/zoom-f8-multitrack-field-recorder#downloads
goodcooker:
Still haven't pulled the trigger on one of these yet but I am still interested. Mainly for the track count, preamp sound and remote control.
Most of my taping opportunities are 4 tracks or less so a deck like this would be sort of overkill for me but I see myself getting one this year.
robin0112358:
If you read back through the Audio stream on my blog, I have quite a few articles now on the F8. A bit late for early adopters, but then again I am not one!
In particular I cover powering options in some detail. I also have a list of firmware suggestions and a list of improvements that could come with a new F8 Pro model. (This has been noted by Zoom themselves, and so... fingers are crossed.)
Check it out:
http://www.theatreofnoise.com/search/label/audio
IronFilm:
--- Quote from: goodcooker on September 20, 2016, 02:42:56 PM ---Most of my taping opportunities are 4 tracks or less so a deck like this would be sort of overkill for me but I see myself getting one this year.
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Then the cheaper Zoom F4 is right for you?
goodcooker:
--- Quote from: IronFilm on September 20, 2016, 08:35:19 PM ---
--- Quote from: goodcooker on September 20, 2016, 02:42:56 PM ---Most of my taping opportunities are 4 tracks or less so a deck like this would be sort of overkill for me but I see myself getting one this year.
--- End quote ---
Then the cheaper Zoom F4 is right for you?
--- End quote ---
Not at all really. Why plunk down 650 for a four channel deck when I can do basically the same functions with my current $150 four channel recorder. For another $350 you get a color screen, twice the channels and remote operation. I plan to wire up an 8 channel insert snake and make a few bucks doing multitrack live recordings for the locals...you know for spare change and a few drinks and whatnot.
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