Today we unveil the Zoom H8 Handy Recorder, a versatile portable audio solution that empowers musicians, podcasters, and sound designers to capture studio‑quality sound on the move.
Whether you’re recording a live concert, a podcast episode, or ambient field sounds, the H8 offers an intuitive workflow that turns complex setups into streamlined production.
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Key Features
- 12‑track simultaneous recording with full‑bandwidth, 24‑bit/96 kHz capture
- Large 7‑inch color LCD touchscreen powered by three dedicated app interfaces
- Podcast App: on‑screen sound pads, music beds, and presets for instant audio editing
- Music App: real‑time fader control, metering, and mix‑down options for multi‑instrument sessions
- Field App: optimized for on‑the‑go field recording, live event capture, and conference use
- Built‑in XYH‑6 microphone with adjustable pad level
- Four XLR mic inputs with independent gain knobs and -20 dB pad buttons
- Two XLR/¼″ TRS combo connectors for instruments or line sources
- Phantom power support (+12 V, +24 V, +48 V) for condenser mics
- 1/8″ headphone output with independent level control
- Battery life: 20 + hours on four AA batteries
Capsule System 2.0
The upgraded Capsule System 2.0 unlocks a new generation of premium microphones and input modules, allowing you to tailor the H8 to any recording scenario.
- XAH‑8 Combination XY/AB Mic – switch seamlessly between stereo XY and wide AB patterns for precise room capture
- VRH‑8 Ambisonic Mic – four‑channel 360° recording with an integrated accelerometer and on‑board decoder
- EXH‑8 Expander Capsule – adds four extra XLR inputs, each with its own gain control and pad switch
Integrated Editing Workflow
Pre‑loaded with Steinberg’s WaveLab Cast and Cubase LE, the H8 gives you a complete editing suite on the go. WaveLab Cast enables direct uploads to podcast directories, while Cubase LE supports multi‑track mixing, 96 kHz audio, and advanced noise‑removal tools.
For field recordings, the software’s high‑resolution resampler cleans up unwanted background noise, delivering studio‑ready mixes straight from the field.
The Zoom H8 Handy Recorder is available for preorder today on Adorama. Learn more and reserve yours.
Feature photo via Zoom
Christopher Piccione
Christopher Piccione is a seasoned freelance podcast and video editor, actor, and screenwriter based in New York City. With a passion for travel, photography, and filmmaking, he brings a creative edge to every project he works on.