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Product Description:
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.
App-Driven Touchscreen
Operating
the H8 is extremely intuitive and user-friendly thanks to the 2.4" color
LCD touchscreen and the three app-driven modes optimized for
podcasting, music, and field recording workflows at the touch of the
screen.
Podcast App: With four mic channels and two sound pad
channels readily available, the Podcast app makes high-quality podcast
production easy. Use the 13 pre-loaded sounds or load your own from an
SD card to trigger sound effects, music beds, and more from the
dedicated Sound Pads.Music App: Record up to 10 input tracks, overdub,
mix, and enhance your recordings with EQ and compression, all while the
Music app puts important controls such as audio levels, faders, and
metering at your fingertips. Plus, you can connect to Zoom’s Guitar Lab
via USB to access a vast assortment of amps and effects.
Field App:
Designed for location sound, sound design, conferences, and more, the
Field app gives you instant access to large meters for every track, so
you can make sure your recordings never clip. It also lets you quickly
adjust input type, lo-cut filtering, compression, limiting, the noise
gate, and other key settings.
X/Y Stereo Microphone Capsule
Leave
your external mics at home and travel light; the H8 includes a stereo
microphone capsule equipped with two unidirectional mics. With nothing
more than the H8, you're set to record speech, practice sessions,
concerts, or ambient and environmental sounds, even ear-rattling ones up
to 136 dB!
Zoom Capsule System 2.0
Zoom’s Capsule
System 2.0 allows up to four channels of audio to be added to the H8's
capsule connection, creating new ways to expand your recording
capabilities through the addition of new separately available capsules.
XAH-8:
The XAH-8 capsule delivers pristine stereo recordings via its two
condenser microphones. Easily rotate the capsules from a tight X/Y
pattern to a wide AB pattern to enhance the stereo image of your
recordings.
VRH-8: The VRH-8 is an Ambisonic mic capsule that
utilizes four condenser microphones to deliver immersive 360-audio
recordings. A built-in accelerometer helps ensure the capsule is always
perfectly aligned, while the onboard Ambisonic decoder automatically
handles the necessary conversions, saving you time in post-production.
EXH-8:
The EXH-8 capsule provides four additional XLR inputs, giving you a
total of 10. Each additional input has a dedicated gain knob and pad
switch. You can even use your favorite condenser microphones—just
connect a power source to the EXH-8 capsule to supply phantom power.
Supports Existing Zoom Mic Capsules
The
Zoom mic capsule input on the H8 accommodates Zoom's existing line of
separately available interchangeable capsules, which can be swapped out
as easily as the lenses of a camera. With shock-mounted X/Y, Mid-Side,
and mono or stereo shotgun mic capsules to choose from, you can be ready
to record music, dialog, or sound effects without carting an external
microphone setup. Opt for the EXH-6 combo input capsule to accept two
additional mic/line signals via XLR-1/4" jacks.
Fast, User-Friendly Operability
The
H8's front panel is ergonomically arranged with its most essential and
commonly used controls—transport buttons for record, play/pause, and
stop, individual record-arm buttons that double as mute switches during
playback, large gain knobs, and pad switches. For added safety, a hold
switch disables all front-panel buttons to prevent accidental operation
during recording.
Instant Access to Gain Adjustments
Each
H8 input has its own dedicated gain control knob. There's no track
selection or button pressing required to optimize your recording levels;
just turn the dials (clearly labeled from 0 to 10) anytime you need to
adjust the gain. If your XLR input sources are so loud that you need
even less gain than the preamps provide at the "0" setting, use four
front-panel pad switches to attenuate the XLR inputs by 20 dB.
Eight Channels of Microphone/Line Inputs
Equipped
with four XLR inputs, two XLR-1/4" combo inputs, and a 3.5mm stereo
mini-jack input (on the XYH-6 capsule), the H8 can accommodate condenser
microphones (via 12, 24, or 48 VDC phantom power), +4 dB balanced
line-level sources, or signals from unbalanced instruments with active
electronics. Whether you plan on recording studio condenser mics, feeds
from wireless receivers, or a lavalier and shotgun mic combo for an
interview, the H8's preamps are ready to deliver low-noise performance.
Record All Channels Live or Overdub Layers
The
H8 boasts multichannel recording at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution;
up to 12 tracks (mic capsule, backup recording, XLR 1-4, XLR-1/4" combo A
and B, and LR stereo mix) are available.
Record all channels
simultaneously or utilize the overdubbing function to add layers of
instruments after an initial recording. Adjust levels and pans for your
tracks, then use the H8's internal mixdown function to blend your tracks
down to a stereo file.
SD Card Recording and Audio Interface Functionality
Maximize
portability by recording directly to an SD card (up to 2GB capacity),
SDHC card (up to 32GB capacity), or SDXC card (up to 512GB capacity). A
2GB card will yield over three hours of 16-bit / 44.1 kHz stereo
recording time using the BWF-compliant WAV format for uncompressed audio
quality and industry-standard file compatibility. Note that media cards
are available separately, and larger capacity cards will increase
startup times.
Alternatively, use the H8 as a 12-in/2-out USB 2.0
audio interface (at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz) with your Mac or Windows
computer. For audio interface operation with an iPad, an Apple Camera
Connection Kit is required and available separately.
3.5mm Outputs for Simultaneous Hookup to a Camera and Headphones
The
H8 boasts 3.5mm line and headphone mini-jack outputs for simultaneously
feeding your camera/DSLR and a pair of headphones. For quick playback
reference, a built-in monophonic speaker is also provided.
Powered via AA Batteries or AC Adapter
Power
the H8 via four included AA batteries, or plug it into a wall outlet
with an AD-17 AC adapter (available separately). Alkaline batteries can
keep the H8 running for over 20 hours of continuous recording. When
using the H8 in the stereo USB audio interface mode, USB bus powering is
possible.
Rugged and Portable, Handheld or Mounted
The
durable, ergonomic body lends itself naturally to handheld use. Should
you need to mount it on a mic stand or tripod, a threaded hole on the
back of the H8 obviates the need for stand adapters. Obtain a hot shoe
adapter (available separately) to attach the H8 directly to a DSLR.
Signal Processing Adds Sonic Polish
The
H8's onboard effects allow you to add polish to your recordings.
Compression and limiting compensate for fluctuations in input level,
while a low-cut filter helps eliminate wind noise, blowing, and other
kinds of low-frequency rumble.
Special Recording Functions
The
H8 offers selectable recording functions designed to prevent you from
accidentally missing the start of a performance. By keeping moments of
audio that happen prior to you pressing the record button, the
pre-record option ensures that you'll never cut off the beginning of a
great take. Auto-record can automatically start recording when a
user-set sound level is detected, making it great for voice-activated
recording.
Backup record enables the H8 to automatically record a
duplicate of the L/R input with less input gain. Even if your original
track is distorted, chances are the backup version will be fine!
Supports External Remote Control
You
can use your iPhone or iPad to monitor level meters and press record,
play, and stop in each H8 application mode. Just insert the BTA-1
Bluetooth module (available separately) to your H8 and connect to your
iOS device.
Includes Audio Software
The H8 comes with
free download licenses for Steinberg's Cubase LE music production
software and WaveLab Cast audio editing software, representing a
complete audio production toolkit.
Podcasting: WaveLab Cast connects
you directly with podcast directories such as Spreaker or Podbean. You
can upload episodes quickly, plus directly create and publish RSS feeds.
Audio
for Video: Import your video file and WaveLab Cast will automatically
extract the audio. You can use the editing tools to lower unwanted
noise, change levels, and remove loud sibilants. Metering options allow
you to build new tracks, fade-in your music, and use EQ and compression.
Re-attach the audio to the video file using WaveLab Cast’s export
functions.
Field Recording: WaveLab Cast supports up to 96 kHz audio
quality and includes a high-end re-sampler. RestoreRig removes noise and
unwanted sounds. You can assemble new files using the snap functions
and crossfade options. Once you’re done, export your sound files in any
popular audio format
Zoom H8 Specs
Portable Recorder
Number of Tracks WAV:
12 (8 Inputs + Stereo Mix)
Max Sample Rate/Resolution 96 kHz / 24-Bit
Microphone Interchangeable Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration
Built-In Speaker Yes, 400 mW Mono
Display 2.4" / 6.1 cm Color LCD Touchscreen
Memory Card Support SD (Up to 2 GB)
SDHC (4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC (64 GB to 512 GB)
Internal Storage None
Recording
Audio File Formats BWF, MP3, WAV
Sample Rates WAV:
44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
Bit Depth 16 / 24-Bit
Bit Rates 128 kb/s
192 kb/s
320 kb/s
Signal Processing & FX Compressor, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter
Timecode Support No
Connectivity
Analog I/O 4 x XLR 3-Pin Female Balanced Mic Input (Lockable)
2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Female Balanced Instrument/Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital I/O None
Phantom Power +12 / 24 / 48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Host Connection 1 x Micro-USB
Power
Power Options Batteries, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type 4 x AA (Included)
Approximate Battery Life 20 Hours
AC/DC Power Adapter 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included)
Physical
Mounting Options 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Dimensions 4.6 x 1.9 x 6.4" / 116.4 x 48.6 x 163.3 mm (Recorder)
3.1 x 1.8 x 2.4" / 78.9 x 45.2 x 60.2 mm (X/Y Mic)
Weight 12.5 oz / 354 g (Recorder)
4.6 oz / 130 g (X/Y Mic)