Zoom H8 8-input Handy Audio Recorder

Zoom H8 Recorder Highlights

• Customized applications for field recording, music and podcasting
• 3 distinct interfaces for field recording, music and podcasting
• Interchangeable input capsules
• 12-track simultaneous recording
• Four mic inputs and two XLR/TRS combo connectors
• Supplied XYH-6 X/Y capsule 

Overview of the Zoom H8 Audio Recorder

Zoom H8 8-input Handy Recorder is a portable handheld recorder that records upto eight simultaneous input signals via a workflow that's highly optimized for your task. Its lightweight body makes it easier to hold, attach to a mic stand or tripod, or mount it to a camera shoe. You can also  edit, refine, export, and upload your projects using the bundled Cubase LE and WaveLab Cast software programs.The H8 produces high quality audio for complete musical arrangements, independent films, and panel podcasts. The Zoom H8 audio recorder is the best priced 12 track recorder in the Kenyan Market.

Workflow App

With three-App driven interface options, the H8 adapts to your needs when capturing audio on location, recording music, or producing a podcast, with the touch of your finger.

The Podcast App

This app accommodates up to 4 mics and two sound pad channels which trigger sound effects and music beds. This way, your podcast becomes simple to produce.

The Music App

Audio levels, faders, metering and more are controlled together by this app.It can also easily capture a large group.

The Field App

This app gives you instant access to large meters for every track when recording.It is also ideal for location sound, sound design, conferences, and more.

The Mic Capsule 

The H8 features a Zoom XYH-6 microphone which swaps capsules to make sure that the right mic is used.The XYH-6 Mic Capsule provides two matched high-quality unidirectional mics, for capturing signal directly in front of the recorder.

Inputs & Outputs

H8 offers 4 XLR inputs with dedicated pad switches and gain control. 2 additional XLR/TRS combo jacks with Hi-Z switches allow you to capture line level signals, microphones, or directly record electric guitars and basses.

State-of-the-Art Editing

The Zoom H8 comes with a free download license for Cubase LE and Steinberg's WaveLab Cast software that helps you with excellent editing, mixing, and refinement tools.

Key Features

• 3 distinct interfaces for field recording, music and podcasting
• Interchangeable input capsules
• 12-track simultaneous recording
• Four mic inputs and two XLR/TRS combo connectors
• Gain control knobs and -20dB pads for each input
• Supplied XYH-6 X/Y capsule provides secondary input via a stereo 1/8" Mic/Line In mini phone jack
• Phantom power for all six XLR mic inputs: +24/+48V
• Large color LCD touchscreen display
• Records directly to SD, SDHC and SDXC cards up to 512GB
• Up to 24-bit /96kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV or a variety of MP3 formats
• Auto-record, Pre-record and Backup-record functions mean that you'll never miss that perfect take
• Built-in effects, including low-cut filtering, compression, and limiting
• Multichannel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad
• Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries
• Over 15 hours of operation with 4 AA alkaline batteries

In the Package

• 1 x H8 Handy Recorder
• 1 x XYH-6 X/Y Mic Capsule
• 1 x Quick Guide