ZOOM r8

Simultaneous recording of 2 tracks and playback of 8 tracks

The R8 is the perfect tool for capturing audio on-the-go. Record live music performances, rehearsals, songwriting sessions or even audio for film and video. Playback up to eight tracks of audio at up to 24-bit/48kHz resolution as WAV files. If you make a mistake, use the UNDO/REDO function to cancel the last recording operation and restore the previous state. You can even mix down completed songs inside the R8 and save a mix for each project.

Audio interface supports 2 inputs and 2 outputs

When combined with your computer, the R8 becomes a powerful audio interface. Connect the R8 to your computer via USB, launch your favorite DAW or use the included Cubase LE software and start laying down your tracks. Simultaneous 2-in/2-out capability allows you to record up to 24-bit/96kHz high definition audio. If you use the 44.1kHz sampling rate, the internal DSP effects of the R8 are also available for your computer tracks. A dedicated control lets you adjust the mixing balance between the DAW playback sound and the direct sound for monitoring.

Control surface functions for most DAW software

The R8 can be used as a control surface for DAW transport functions (play, record, stop) and mixing operations. Through a USB connection, you can control the transport and mixing functions of major DAWs such as Cubase, Logic, and Sonar from the R8. In addition, you can easily move multiple faders at the same time. No more mixing with a mouse! The R8 makes mixing a pleasure.

8-voice sampler with 8 pads

The built-in sampler functions allow you to loop audio data on any track. You can play the pads in real-time and combine loops to create a performance for an entire song. When setting loop intervals, you can see the waveforms for visual confirmation. Time-stretching, which allows you to change the tempo without changing the pitch, and trimming the unneeded parts of loops, is also possible. You can use the sampler and recorder functions together seamlessly to play back loop tracks while recording instrumental performances on other tracks.

Features:

-8 playback tracks and two simultaneous recording tracks on SD card
-format 16/24bit/44.1/48kHz PCM / WAV
-2 stereo microphones for recovery
-Supports SD / SDHC up to 32GB
-2 combo XLR / TRS Mic / Line
-based audio interface 2in/2out
-USB 2.0
-function control surface (Mackie Control) to control the various sequencers (Cubase, Logic, Digital Performer etc..)
-based sampler and drum machine controllable via the 8 pads
-DSP effects with 146 (310 patches) amp models including guitar and bass
-Integrated tuner
-Integrated Metronome assignable to headphone output
-Windows-compatible XP/Vista/7, Mac OSX
-Cubase LE DAW provided
-powered via USB adapter that came with AD or batteries (4x AA)
-includes 2GB SD card, 4x AA, AD power, USB cable

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