Zoom H8 8-input Handy Recorder

With three app-driven modes that instantly configure the color touchscreen for podcasting, music production, or location recording, the Zoom H8 portable handheld recorder lets you quickly record up to eight simultaneous input signals via a workflow that’s highly optimized for your task. Plus, it’s compatible with an array of capsules (available separately) for easy expansion into 10-input recording, Ambisonics 360-degree audio, and more.

Like other H-Series Handy recorders such as the H5 and H6, you can hold the H8 in your hand, attach it to a mic stand or tripod, or mount it to a camera (shoe mount available separately); the H8 packs an impressive array of features into a lightweight body that’s more than ready to meet the varied demands of podcasters, musicians, sound designers, and content creators. The bundled Cubase LE and WaveLab Cast software programs give you the tools you need to edit, refine, export, and upload your projects.

From the intuitive, tactile controls to the plentiful battery life and powerful audio processing functions, the H8 is well equipped for producing pristine audio for complete musical arrangements, independent films, and panel podcasts. It can supply phantom or plug-in power for condenser mics, or accept direct connections from guitars, keyboards, or drum machines. No matter the source, selectable auto-recording and pre-recording ensure that you’ll never miss the start of a take, and stereo safety track recording provides duplicate tracks at a lower level to avoid distortion.

Key Features:
– All-in-one mobile recording solution with 12 tracks
– 4 XLR inputs accommodate most microphones
– 2 XLR/TRS combination inputs allow you to connect line level devices like guitars and basses
– Microphone preamps and phantom power ((+12/+24/+48V) accommodate most analog connections
– Capsule System 2.0 modular input connection lets you attach extra onboard mics or additional input jacks
– Shockmounted XYH-6 XY stereo microphone module included
– Podcast App puts 4 customizable sound pads at your fingertips
– Music App gives you control over EQ, compression, effects, and panning
– Field App provides at-a-glance monitoring an quick access to other controls
– Backup-record prevents unexpected audio spikes from clipping your inputs and trashing your takes
– Simultaneously records a second -12dB stereo track to provide a backup in case your original track distorts
– Auto-record function starts recording as soon as the input crosses a certain volume threshold
– Built-in effects make your recordings sound impeccable
– Stereo/Multitrack USB recording modes let you tailor your H8 to your needs
– Full-color LCD touchscreen makes navigation easy
– Records on SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards up to 512GB in size
– Locking connectors prevent unwanted disconnections
– Records for up to 20 hours with just 4 AA batteries

Tech Specs:
Audio Interface: SD Recorder, 12 x 2 Interface
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/96kHz
Simultaneous Rec Tracks: 12
Simultaneous Play Tracks: 12
Built-in Mic(s): Interchangeable Capsule System, XYH-6 Capsule Mic (included)
Analog Inputs: 4 x XLR, 2 x XLR-1/4″ combo, 1 x 1/8″ (capsule secondary input)
Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/8″ (line out)
Headphones: 1 x 1/8″
Built-in Speaker: Yes
Memory (removable): SD, SDHC, SDXC (up to 512GB)
File Format: BWF, WAV, MP3
EQ: Lowcut Filter
Effects: Compressor, Limiter
USB: 1 x Type Micro-B
Power Supply: 4 x AA Batteries / DV DC USB power supply (AD-17 AC sold separately) / USB bus power
Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
Stand Mountable: Tripod Mounting Thread
Height: 1.9″
Width: 4.6″
Depth: 6.4″
Weight: 0.78 lbs.
UPC: 884354023102