ZOOM Corp has announced their flagship F8n Pro, a 32-bit, 8-channel field recorder with dual AD converters. This is a serious upgrade to the original Zoom F8, which was released in 2015, and offers a lot of utility to a range of productions. Let’s take a closer look at what the ZOOM F8n Pro can do. The ZOOM F8n Pro features 8 XLR inputs and is capable of recording up to 10 tracks (8 inputs + L/R) simultaneously in 32-bit, 192kHz in WAV format. According to zoom, the combination of dual AD converter and 32-bit float recording enables audio recording without gain adjustment and without sound cracking. Audio recorders that support 32-bit float recording have been slowly hitting the market over the past several years. ZOOM currently makes 3 other 32-bit recorders: the Zoom F2, F3, and F6. Image credit: Zoom Zoom F8N Pro features Dual AD converter that achieves an overwhelming dynamic rangeSupports 32bit float recording (16bit / 24bit can also be selected)8 channel input, maximum 10 tracks (8ch + L / R) simultaneous recordingMaximum 192kHz High-resolution recording in sampling / 32bit float WAV formatHigh-quality pre-amplifier with ultra-low noise floor design with maximum gain of 75dB and EIN -127dBuNeutrik XLR / TRS combo input with 8 lock mechanismsMicrophone / line (+ 4dBu compatible) Input source switching is possibleHigh-precision time code with an error of 0.5 frames or less in 24 hours that realizes accurate synchronization with video image credit: Zoom Advanced limiter that pre-reads peaks and prevents overloadMultiple microphone...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 1 March, 2022