Zoom R8 - Recorder Interface Controller Sampler
The Zoom R8 Recorder Interface combines an 8-track recorder, audio interface, DAW control surface and sampler all-in-one.
The Zoom R8's 8-track recorder allows you to record without the need for a computer, software or any other creative roadblocks. Using the R8 you can record and mix a demo recording easily both in your studio and on the road thanks to its ability to run from batteries. The 8-track recorder can capture 2 simultaneous recordings with 8-track playback at 24-bit/48kHz. The recorder even has a built-in stereo microphone for recording rough sketches of songs as they come to mind so you don't forget them.
When connected to a computer via USB the Zoom R8 can be used as a powerful audio interface with 2-in/2-out up to 24-bit/96kHz high definition audio. Another function when connected to a computer is to use the recorders Faders as a control surface to adjust the balance of your mix and control transport functions of major DAW's such as Cubase, Logic, and Sonar.
Zoom R8 Features:
- Physical Tracks 8
- Simultaneous Recording Tracks 2
- Simultaneous Playback Tracks 8
- Recording Data Format 44.1/48kHz, 16/24bit WAV
- Maximum Recordable Time 200 minutes / GB (44.1kHz 16-bit, mono tracks)
- Input Channels 2
- Output Channels 2
- Quantization 24bit
- Sampling Frequency 44.1,48,88.2,96kHz
- Mixer Faders 9
- Level Meters 19-step LCD, Post-fader
- Track Parameters 3-band Equalizer, Pan (Balance), Effect Send x 2, Invert
- FX: 146 types, 8 Algorithms (CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM, BASS, MIC, DUAL MIC, STEREO, MASTERING)
- Sampler Playback Data Format 44.1/48kHz, 16/24bit WAV
- Sampler Voices 8
- Sampler Editing Functions Trim, Time-stretch
- A/D Conversion 96kHz 24bit delta-sigma ADC
- D/A Conversion 96kHz 24bit delta-sigma DAC
- Display 128 x 64 pixel LCD (with backlight)
- Inputs 2 x XLR-1/4''Phone Combo Jack
- Built-in microphones Omnidirectional condenser microphones / Gain: -50dBm to +4dBm continuously variable
- Battery Life 5.5 hours (with backlight on and phantom power off)
- Dimensions 257(W) x 190(D) x 51(H) mm
- Weight 780g (without batteries)