F8n Pro

Zoom’s New Flagship
Field Recorder.

Filmmakers and sound professionals know the importance of sharp, clean audio in storytelling. From the click of a seatbelt to the roar of an engine, the F8n Pro’s 8 inputs capture full dynamic range using 32-bit float technology.

Product Video Features & Specs

Create Immersive Audio

With 8 inputs and 10 tracks, the F8n Pro can capture the most complex audio, expanding your options so that you can create sonic magic in post.

Watson Wu recording weaponry for video game use

Explosive Audio

32-Bit Float is a game-changer. The F8n Pro uses dual A/D converters and professional-grade preamps to capture clip-free audio – without ever needing to adjust gain!

Paula Fairfield monitoring sound on the F8n Pro

We Stacked the Deck

Professional Features

Formatting Options

The F8n Pro records in BWF-compatible WAV formats up to 32-bit resolution and at sample rates up to 192 kHz.

Built-in Processing

The F8n Pro features flexible signal routing from all inputs to all outputs, phase inversion and mid-side decoding. It also provides high-pass filtering to reduce the sound of wind and other noise. Input and output delays are also available.

State-of-the-Art Timecode

Keep your tracks perfectly synced even when you power down. On or off, the F8n Pro’s Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) generates time code at 0.2 ppm accuracy.

Stay Focused with Zoom Automix^™

Zoom AutoMix lets you keep your eyes on the action by automatically adjusting the levels of your mix to reduce ambient sound.

Full Metadata Entry

The track name, scene names, notes, and more can be entered directly from the unit or via the Zoom F8 Control App for iOS / Android.

F8n Pro connected to a laptop in Interface mode

Peace of Mind

"There are so many factors to worry about during a production. You’re often running out of time or losing daylight. That’s where 32-bit float can really give you peace-of-mind. It’s something to rely on. You can’t listen to every channel at once, so it reassures you that you’re not missing any sounds too low or too high and you’re getting that from every input."

—Watson Wu

_{SOUND DESIGNER | NEED FOR SPEED, GRID, BORDERLANDS 3}

Go Mobile

The F8 Control App (for iOS / for Android) lets you visually monitor signals, adjust levels, trigger transport controls, enter metadata and more from your Android device, iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth.

Expanded Control

The Zoom F-Control (FRC-8) gives you more flexibility in the field. With 60 mm faders and controls for trim, pan and track-arming, the FRC-8 is a must-have for any professional filmmaker.

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Power Up

The F8n Pro is well-equipped for long location shoots or remote fieldwork, with a variety of power options and massive storage.

Onboard Power

Use eight AA alkaline batteries for 5 hours of power or plug in the included AD-19 AC adapter.

Alternate Power

External 9-18 volt DC battery packs can be used with a 4-pin Hirose connector.

Dual Memory

Record simultaneously on two SD cards, up to 1TB each, allowing for redundant recording.

Passion for Greatness

“I love to throw a lot of mics at a session. With the Zoom multi-track recorders, I can have up to eight inputs, and I love to use as many as possible because it gives me options and backups."

— Mark A. Lanza, MPSE

_{PRESIDENT, MOTION PICTURE SOUND EDITORS | SOUND DESIGNER, SONY PICTURES
INDEPENDENCE DAY, NATURAL BORN KILLERS}

Connecting Ambisonic mic XLR cables to the F8n Pro

360º Audio

The F8n Pro’s Ambisonics mode offers precision A-to-B decoding and balanced gain linking, enabling you to capture spatial audio for VR, AR and more.

Download the FREE Zoom Ambisonics Player software to decode and edit your 360-audio with ease.

What’s in the Box

Package Includes:

F8n Pro Field Recorder
Zoom AD-19 12V AC adapter
Operation manual

Optional Accessories:

F-Control (FRC-8)
PCF-8n Field Bag
ECM-3 Mic Capsule Extender Cable
ECM-6 Mic Capsule Extender Cable
CMF-8 Camera Mounting Bracket
TXF-8 TA3 to XLR Cables

INPUT 1 - 8	Connectors:	XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot)
Input source set to Mic	Input gain:	+10 – +75 dB
	Input impedance:	3 kΩ or more
	Maximum input level:	+4 dBu (at 0 dBFS)
	Phantom power:	+24/+48 V, 10 mA maximum per channel
Equivalent input noise		−127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75 dB input gain, 150 Ω input)
Frequency response		20 Hz – 60 kHz, +0.5 dB/−1 dB (192 kHz sample rate)
A/D dynamic range		113 dB typ. (−60 dBFS input, A-weighted)
Crosstalk		−90 dB or less (between adjacent channels, 1 kHz)
MIC IN		ZOOM mic capsule input (use disables Inputs 1/2)
SLATE MIC		Built-in mic for voice memos can be assigned to tracks freely

MAIN OUT 1/2	Connectors:	TA3 connectors (balanced output, 2: hot)
	Output impedance:	150 Ω or less
	Reference output level:	−10 dBV (normal output level)
		+4 dBu (line output level)
		1 kHz, 600 Ω load
	Maximum output level:	+10 dBV (normal output level)
		+24 dBu (line output level)
		1 kHz, 600 Ω load
SUB OUT 1/2	Connectors:	3.5 mm stereo mini (unbalanced output)
	Output impedance:	100 Ω or less
	Reference output level:	−10 dBV (normal output level)
		−40 dBu (mic output level)
		1 kHz, 10 kΩ load
	Maximum output level:	+10 dBV (normal output level)
HEADPHONE	Connector:	1/4 inch stereo (unbalanced output)
	Output impedance:	18 Ω or less
	Maximum output level:	100 mW + 100 mW (32 Ω load)
D/A dynamic range		105 dB typ. (−60dBFS input, A-weighted)

When WAV selected	Supported formats:	44.1, 47.952, 48, 48.048, 88.2, 96 and 192 kHz
		16-bit linear, 24-bit linear and 32-bit float
		Mono/stereo/2-10 ch poly
		BWF and iXML
	Maximum simultaneous recording tracks:	10 (8 inputs + stereo mix)
		8 (at 192 kHz sampling rate)
When MP3 selected	Supported formats:	128, 192 and 320 kbps
		44.1 and 48 kHz
		ID3v1 tags
	Maximum simultaneous recording tracks:	2

	Connector:	BNC
	Modes:	Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext and Ext Auto Rec (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode)
	Frame rates:	23.976ND, 24ND, 25ND, 29.97ND, 29.97D, 30ND and 30D
	Precision:	±0.2 ppm
	Supported input levels:	0.2 - 5.0 Vpp
	Input impedance:	4.6 kΩ
	Output level:	3.3 Vpp
	Output impedance:	50 Ω or less

	AA batteries:	8 (alkaline, nickel-metal hydride or lithium)
	AC adapter:	ZOOM AD-19, DC 12 V/2 A, center plus
	External DC power supply:	HIROSE HR10A-7R-4S 4-pin connector (1 pin: -, 4 pin: +), 9–18 V

	Dual SD card slots:	SDHC cards: 4 GB – 32 GB
		SDXC cards: 64 GB – 1 TB

	Using a 32GB card:	23:08:00 (48 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)
		5:47:00 (192 kHz/32-bit float stereo WAV)

• These values are only estimates.	2 channels to SD 1 48kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD brightness 5, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM OFF	Alkaline batteries: about 7 hours
• These values are based on in-house testing methods.		NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 8 hours
• They will vary greatly according to use conditions.		Lithium batteries: about 13.5 hours
	8 channels to SD 1 48kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD brightness 5, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM OFF	Alkaline batteries: about 4.5 hours
		NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 6 hours
		Lithium batteries: about 9.5 hours
	8 channels to SD 1/2 192kHz sampling frequency (32-bit float/16-bit linear/24-bit linear) MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIMECODE Int Free Run, LED/LCD brightness 60, 32Ω headphones, PHANTOM 48 V	Alkaline batteries: about 0.5 hours
		NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): about 1 hour
		Lithium batteries: about 2 hours

	Connector:	Mini-B
		• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.
		• USB bus power operation is not supported.
Mass Storage Operation	Class:	USB 2.0 High Speed
Multi Track audio interface mode operation (driver required for Windows, not required for Mac)	Class:	USB 2.0 High Speed
	Specifications:	Sampling rate: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
		Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float
		8-in/4-out
Stereo Mix audio interface mode operation (no driver required) • Supports audio interface operation with iOS/iPadOS devices	Class:	USB 2.0 Full Speed
	Specifications:	Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
		Bit depth: 16-bit linear
		2-in/2-out
Audio interface operation with recording (driver required for Windows, not required for Mac)	Class:	USB 2.0 High Speed
	Specifications:	Sampling rate: 44.1/48 kHz
		Bit depth: 24-bit linear/32-bit float
		10-in/4-out

Zoom’s New FlagshipField Recorder.

The Sound of Dragons

“I dream sonically, and then I go look for it. That’s why it's so important to have a recorder that I can rely on.”— Paula Fairfield

Create Immersive Audio

Explosive Audio

The Sound of Action

“The great thing about Zoom recorders is that you can have lots of these in your toolkit, in varying sizes and capabilities.”

— Chris Munro

Multiple Feeds

We Stacked the Deck

Professional Features

Formatting Options

Built-in Processing

State-of-the-Art Timecode

Stay Focused with Zoom Automix™

Full Metadata Entry

The Sounds of Gaming

“I’ve been using the Zoom F-series since 2015. Zoom products stand up to my needs: they’re robust and easy to use.”

— Chris Jojo

Six Seconds of Audio

Record and Stream, Together

Peace of Mind

—Watson Wu

Go Mobile

Expanded Control

Power Up

Onboard Power

Alternate Power

Dual Memory

Passion for Greatness

“I love to throw a lot of mics at a session. With the Zoom multi-track recorders, I can have up to eight inputs, and I love to use as many as possible because it gives me options and backups."— Mark A. Lanza, MPSE

360º Audio

What’s in the Box

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Zoom’s New Flagship
Field Recorder.

“I dream sonically, and then I go look for it. That’s why it's so important to have a recorder that I can rely on.”

— Paula Fairfield

Stay Focused with Zoom Automix^™

“I love to throw a lot of mics at a session. With the Zoom multi-track recorders, I can have up to eight inputs, and I love to use as many as possible because it gives me options and backups."

— Mark A. Lanza, MPSE