Zoom has announced the Zoom F8N Pro, an 8 channel field recorder equipped with dual AD converter, compatible with 32-bit float recording. This has so far only been announced on their Japanese website, we have the details.

Zoom F8N Pro Features

• Dual AD converter that realizes an overwhelming dynamic range

• Supports 32bit float recording that can maintain the resolution at the time of recording (16bit / 24bit can also be selected)

• 8 channel input, maximum 10 tracks (8ch + L / R) simultaneous recording

• Maximum 192kHz High-resolution recording in sampling / 32bit float WAV format

• High-quality pre-amplifier with ultra-low noise floor design with maximum gain of 75dB and EIN -127dBu

• Neutrik XLR / TRS combo input with 8 lock mechanisms

• Microphone / line (+ 4dBu compatible) ) Input source switching is possible

• High-precision time code with an error of 0.5 frames or less in 24 hours that realizes accurate synchronization with video ◎

• Advanced limiter that pre-reads peaks and prevents overload

• Multiple microphone inputs ZOOM auto mix function that automatically adjusts the level of

• 3 power supplies: 8 AA batteries, external DC power supply, 12V AC adapter can be used

• Independent track knob for each channel, 6-segment LED level meter, PFL / Solo switch

• Equipped with two mini XLR (TA3) balanced main output and stereo mini specification sub output

• Headphone jack with volume control (output 100mW)

• 2.4 inch full color, backlit LCD (with monochrome mode) )

• Double SD card slot compatible with up to 1TB SDXC

• Built-in slate microphone / slate tone with switch

• 8 in / 4 out, USB audio interface function compatible with up to 96kHz / 32bit float

• At the same time as recording to the built-in SD card, backup recording to a PC is possible with USB audio output

• 360 ° spatial audio using a VR microphone Built-in Ambisonic mode that enables recording

• Remote control from Android * / iOS application "F8 Control" via Bluetooth connection (* Android version is scheduled to be released in March 2022)

• Optional mixer type controller "F-Control" Physical fader operation is possible

• Optional ZOOM microphone capsule can be connected (XAH-8, EXH-8, VRH-8 are not supported)

Zoom F8N Pro Information

This is what Zoom Japan say about the new Zoom F8N Pro;

“F8n, which is highly regarded as a professional field recorder for movies and broadcasting, is now available for 32-bit float recording. Equipped with two AD converters (dual AD converters) for low gain and high gain, it achieves a high S/N ratio even for the quietist sounds without distorting even at highest volumes.

The input signal is recorded in a 32-bit float WAV format that can maintain the resolution at the time of recording, and even if normalization processing is performed after recording, the original sound is reproduced without deterioration. The combination of dual AD converter and 32-bit float recording enables audio recording without gain adjustment and without sound cracking.

Furthermore, it can also be used as an 8-in / 4-out USB audio interface that supports 32-bit floats.”

Zoom F8N Pro Price And Availability

Price and availability TBA.