จำหน่าย Zoom R8 8-Track Digital Recorder/Interface/Controller/Sampler
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 8-Track Recorder
- Writes to SD Cards
- 16 or 24-bit WAV files
- XLR/TRS Combo Inputs with 48V Phantom
- Integrated Stereo Mics
- High-Definition USB Interface
- Full Mixing and Transport Controls
- 8-Voice Pad Sampler and Sequencer
- Uses AA Batteries or USB Bus Power
- Includes Software and Drum Loops
The R8 8-Track Digital Recorder/Interface/Controller/Sampler from Zoom is an ultra-portable music production solution, ideal for the musician on the go. The R8 packs the versatility of the larger R24 into a fresh compact design. Not only is the R8 an 8-track recorder that writes to SD flash memory cards, it's also a USB audio interface, a controller, and a pad sampler!
The R8 has 2-track simultaneous recording and 8-track playback. It can record WAV files at sample rates of 44.1/48kHz and bit rates of 16/24-bit. The files are captured to SD memory cards with capacities up to 32GB for making lengthy recordings. There are built-in stereo condenser mics for making recordings without extra equipment. There are also XLR/TRS combo inputs for connecting external microphones and instruments. There is 48V phantom power available on 2 tracks for supporting condenser mics. You can choose from over 140 DSP effects to add to your recordings, including guitar amp models and mastering effects.
The R8 has a USB connector, allowing you to use it as a high-definition audio interface with your computer. It supports rates up to 24-bit/96kHz and offers 2 x 2 in/out over the USB connection. Steinberg Cubase LE DAW software is included so you can record, mix, and edit on your computer right away. The R8's controls provide full mixing and transport options for Cubase, Logic, Sonar, and other popular DAW software options. The control surface uses Mackie Control emulation for wide compatibility.
Other features of the R8 include a pad sampler with 8 voices, as well as a loop-based audio sequencer for music creation. A 2GB SD card with 500MB of pre-loaded drum loops from Big Fish Audio is included so you can start creating your own unique drum creations immediately. The R8 can operate on 4 standard AA batteries, USB bus power, or the included AC adapter for excellent versatility.
General
Compact design for ultimate portability, ideal for traveling musicians
Operates on 4 standard AA batteries, USB bus power, or the included AC adapter for excellent versatility
Recorder
8-track recorder with 2-track simultaneous recording and 8-track playback
Records WAV files at sample rates of 44.1/48kHz and bit rates of 16/24-bit
Files are captured to SD memory cards with capacities up to 32GB for making lengthy recordings of up to 100 track hours. Flash memory is lightweight and reliable, with no concern of hard drive failure
Built-in stereo condenser mics are provided for making recordings without extra equipment
XLR/TRS combo inputs let you connect external microphones and instruments. The R8 also has a stereo 1/4" output for connecting external speakers, plus a 1/4" headphone jack for private monitoring. A 1/4" control input supports wired remote control
48V phantom power is available on 2 tracks for supporting condenser mics
You can choose from over 140 DSP effects to add to your recordings, including guitar amp models and mastering effects
Interface
The R8's USB connector allows you to use it as a high-definition audio interface with your computer
The USB connection supports rates up to 24-bit/96kHz and offers 2 x 2 simultaneous in/out. If you only work at a 44.1kHz sampling rate, you can also use the R8's internal DSP effects on your computer tracks
A dedicated control lets you adjust the mix balanced between DAW playback sound and direct sound for monitoring
Steinberg Cubase LE DAW software is included so you can record, mix, and edit on your computer right away
Controller
The R8's controls provide full mixing and transport options for Cubase, Logic, Sonar, and other popular DAW software options
The control surface uses Mackie Control emulation for wide compatibility
Sampler/Drum Machine
The R8 has 8 built-in pads that can trigger 8 different voices. Samples can be assigned to each pad for creating loops
There are 500 internal drum loops, as well as a 2GB SD card that's pre-loaded with 500 additional loops from Big Fish Audio is included so you can start creating your own unique drum creations immediately

MEDIA
VIDEO
Zoom R Series Recorders: How to use as an Interface & Control Surface with Cubase
In this video we will show you how to use your R series recorder as an audio interface and also as a control surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
RECORDER |
Track count: |
8 (mono)
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Maximum number of simultaneous recording tracks: |
2
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Maximum number of simultaneous playback tracks: |
8 audio + metronome
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Recording data format: |
44.1 / 48 kHz, 16 / 24-bit WAV format
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Maximum recording time: |
200 minutes/1 GB (44.1 kHz 16-bit, mono tracks)
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Projects: |
1000
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Markers: |
100/project
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Locator: |
Hours/minutes/seconds/milliseconds and bars/beats/ticks
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File editing: |
Divide, trim
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Track parameters: |
3-band equalizer, pan (balance), effect send ×2, invert
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Stereo link: |
Tracks 1 / 2 ~ 7 / 8 selectable in pairs
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Other functions: |
Punch-in/out (manual, auto), Bounce, A-B repeat, Undo/Redo
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EFFECTS |
Algorithms: |
8 (CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM, BASS, MIC, DUAL MIC, STEREO, MASTERING)
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Patches: |
310 insert, 60 send-return
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Effect modules: |
7 insert , 2 send
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TUNER |
Type: |
Chromatic, guitar, bass, open A/D/E/G, D modal
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RHYTHM |
Voices: |
8
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Format: |
16-bit linear PCM
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Drum kits: |
10
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Precision: |
48 PPQN
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Rhythm patterns: |
511/project
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Tempo: |
40.0 ~ 250.0 BPM
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SAMPLER |
Playback formats: |
44.1 / 48 kHz, 16 / 24-bit WAV files
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Editing functions: |
Trim, time-stretch
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HARDWARE |
Recording media: |
SD card (16MB - 2 GB), SDHC card (4 - 32 GB)
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Analog-digital conversion: |
96kHz 24-bit delta-sigma ADC
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Digital-analog conversion: |
96kHz 24-bit delta-sigma DAC
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Display: |
128 x 64 pixel LCD (with backlight)
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Inputs: |
Input 1-8
Type: 8 XLR/TRS combo jacks Input impedance: (Balanced input) 1KΩ balanced (2 hot), (Unbalanced input) 50 KΩ unbalanced (1 with Hi-Z input impedance 470 kΩ (Hi-Z on), 2 with phantom power) Phantom Power: 48V, 24V Input level: -50 dBm < continuous < +4 dBm
Built-in stereo microphones
Type: Omnidirectional condenser microphones Gain: -50 dBm < continuous < +4 dBm
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Outputs: |
Output
Type: TRS phone (balanced)
Phones
Standard stereo phone jack 20 mW x 2 (32 Ω load)
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Mixer faders: |
9 (mono × 8, master × 1)
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Pads: |
8 (velocity-sensitive)
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S/N ratio: |
93 dB
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Control input: |
FS01
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USB |
Mini-B type (USB 2.0): |
Operation as audio interface/control surface and mass storage
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USB AUDIO INTERFACE |
Number of recording channels: |
2
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Number of playback channels: |
2
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Bit rate: |
24
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Sampling frequency: |
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
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Compatibility: |
Windows® XP SP3 or later (32-bit) Windows® Vista SP1 or later (32-bit, 64-bit) Windows® 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
32-bit: Intel® Pentium® 4 1.8 GHz or faster, RAM 1 GB or more 64-bit: Intel® Pentium® Dual Core 2.7 GHz or faster, RAM 2 GB or more
Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later/10.6.5 or later
with Intel® Core Duo 1.83 GHz or faster and RAM 1 GB or more USB 2.0 compatible port, Intel chipsets recommended
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POWER |
AC adapter: |
DC 5V 1A (ZOOM AD-17)
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Batteries: |
4 AA batteries (5.5-hour continuous operation time with backlight on and phantom power off)
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OTHER |
Dimensions: |
257 mm (W) × 190 mm (D) × 51 mm (H)
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Weight: |
780 g
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Zoom R Series: Importing files to computer (MAC/PC)
This video shows users of the R8, R16, & R24 how to move files from the recorder to your computer.