Zoom F6 Multitrack Field Recorder

Zoom F6

The Zoom F6 is the first professional field recorder to feature both 32-bit float recording and dual AD converters, providing an unprecedented amount of dynamic range. With 6 inputs, Zoom’s solid time code, multiple power options and wireless control, the F6 is poised to be your new secret weapon.

32-BIT FLOAT RECORDING

In the field, fluctuating dynamics can prove challenging. Loud sounds can cause clipping and quiet sounds can get lost in the noise. The F6 uses 32-bit float recording with dual A/D converters to capture both explosive and subtle sounds at full audio quality – without ever needing to adjust gain!

FOR THOSE HARD TO REACH

Rugged enough to withstand the most demanding scenarios and small enough to fit into the tightest spaces, the F6 will become your go-to recorder.

MIC PREAMPS

The F6 is equipped with six professional-grade preamps. Featuring a super-low noise floor (-127 dBu EIN), high gain (up to 75 dB), and selectable mic/line levels for each input, the F6 is built for location sound.

PRECISION TIME

Keep your tracks perfectly synced even when you power down for lunch. On or off, the F6’s Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) generates time code at 0.2 ppm accuracy.

ADVANCED LOOK-AHEAD HYBRID

When recording in 24-bit, the F6 uses advanced look-ahead hybrid limiters to provide overload protection. By adding a 1-millisecond delay, the limiters “look ahead” anticipating clipping before it’s recorded.

ZOOM AUTOMIX

Zoom AutoMix lets you keep your eyes on the action by automatically adjusting the levels of your mix to reduce ambient sound.

Features

6-channel/14-track field audio recorder/mixer
6 discrete inputs with locking Neutrik XLR connectors
High quality mic preamps with up to 75 dB gain and less than -127 dBu EIN
Switchable +4dB inputs with mic/line options
Advanced Look-Ahead Hybrid Limiters
Zoom AutoMix™ software
Accurate Time Code (0.2 ppm when on and when powered off) I/O on 3.5mm stereo mini; dropframe/non-drop formats with Jam Sync
Three different power supply options: 4x AA batteries, Sony L-Series batteries, or Zoom AD-17 12V AC Adapter (L-Series batteries not included)
3.5mm stereo mini unbalanced output jack
Dedicated headphone output (100 mW) with volume control SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, up to 512 GB
Use as an 6-in/4-out USB audio interface (up to 96kHz)
Use as an audio interface and record to SD card simultaneously (up to 48kHz)
Free Zoom F Control App for iOS allows wireless remote control, file renaming, and metadata entry