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. The R8 can operate on 4 standard AA batteries, USB bus power, or the included AC adapter for excellent versatility.
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
- Zoom R8 8-Track Digital Recorder/Interface/Controller/Sampler
- AC Adapter
- USB Cable
- Cubase LE Installation DVD
- Zoom TXF-8 TA3 to XLR Cable (Pair)
- Music Maker Mix and Master Suite
- Two Battery & Charger