Zoom H8 Handy Recorder | 12-Track Portable Audio Recorder | Touchscreen | XLR Inputs for Podcasting & Music
Powerful 12-Track Recording
The Zoom H8 is a professional portable recorder capable of recording up to 12 tracks simultaneously, making it ideal for complex audio setups such as podcasts, music production, and film recording.
Multiple XLR Inputs for Professional Use
Equipped with 6 XLR/TRS combo inputs, the H8 allows you to connect multiple microphones, instruments, or audio sources at once, giving you maximum flexibility.
Interchangeable Microphone Capsule System
The modular capsule system lets you switch between different microphone attachments, adapting the recorder for various recording scenarios including interviews, music, and surround sound.
Intuitive Touchscreen Interface
The large color touchscreen provides easy navigation with dedicated modes for:
- Podcasting
- Music recording
- Field recording
Each mode simplifies workflow and optimizes settings for your recording needs.
High-Quality Audio Recording
Capture detailed sound with support for up to 24-bit/96kHz audio, ensuring professional-quality recordings.
USB Audio Interface Functionality
Use the H8 as a USB audio interface for computers and mobile devices, making it suitable for streaming, recording, and live production.
Portable and Versatile Design
Despite its advanced features, the H8 remains portable and battery-powered, making it perfect for studio, field, and on-location recording.
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Specifications
| Number of input channels | 8 (XY mic capsule, 1-4, A, B) |
| Number of output channels | 2 (stereo headphone and stereo line) |
Connectors
| MIC IN | ZOOM mic connector |
| INPUT 1-4 | XLR jacks (2: HOT) |
| INPUT A/B | XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot) |
| USB | USB Micro-B(audio interface, mass storage and Guitar Lab connection functions)Note: Use a USB cable that supports data transfer.Operation using USB bus power is possible. |
| REMOTE | ZOOM BTA-1 or other dedicated wireless adapter |
| LINE OUT | 3.5 mm stereo mini |
| PHONE OUT | 3.5 mm stereo mini |
| Phantom power | +24 V/+48 V (independent ON/OFF for INPUTS 1–4, A and B) |
Recorder
| Recording media | Cards that support SD/SDHC/SDXC specifications |
| Formats | WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereoMP3: 128, 192, 320 kbps |
| Maximum simultaneous recordingtracks | 12 (MIC IN, backup recording, 1-4, A, B, and LR) |
Audio interface
| Multitrack mode | 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, 12-in/2-out |
| Stereo mix mode | 44.1/48 kHz, 24-bit, 2-in/2-out |
| Tuner | Chromatic/Guitar/Bass/Open A/Open D/Open E/Open G/DADGAD |
| Built-in speaker | 400 mW 8Ω mono speaker |
| Display | 2.4″ (320×240) full-color touchscreen LCD |
| Power | 4 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1AUSB bus power |
| Using XY mic, 44.1 kHz/24-bit (stereo × 1): about 10:00 | |
| The above values are approximate. | |
| Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions. | |
| External dimensions H8 | 116.4 mm (W) × 163.3 mm (D) × 48.6 mm (H) |
| XYH-6 | 78.9 mm (W) × 60.2 mm (D) × 45.2 mm (H) |
| Weight H8 | 354 g XYH-6: 130 g |
| Note: When using a USB cable designed for recharging, audio interface, SD card reader and Guitar Lab connection functions cannot be used. |




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