Zoom Q8n-4K B-Stock
Video Recorder
- 4K video and 4-track audio recorder
- Interchangeable microphone capsule
- XY Stereo microphone XYQ-8 (120° pick-up angle, 120dB max. SPL)
- 2 Microphone/line inputs (XLR, +48V phantom power switchable)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) recording to reduce black and white blur
- 2.8 Speed lens with 150° wide angle for brighter, wider images
- 5 Scene settings (Auto / Indoor / Outdoor / Night / Concert Light) and 3 brightness settings
- 2" Colour LCD monitor, rotates 180
- 5 Effects to improve recording quality (Limiter / Compressor / Leveler / DeEsser / NoiseGate) and switchable low-cut filter
- USB connection for use as PC/Mac webcam for live streaming (HD1080p quality, 16Bit/48kHz audio quality)
- HDMI output (compatible with NTSC and PAL)
- Video resolution: 4K, HD1080p, HD720p
- Video format: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 (MOV)
- Audio format: WAV, max. 24Bit/96kHz
- Line/headphone stereo output: 3.5 mm jack
- USB-C port
- Built-in speaker with 300 mW
- Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery (Zoom BT-03) or mains adapter (Zoom AD-17, not included)
- Supports microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC card (max. 512GB)
- Remote control via iOS app "Q8n Control" (requires Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter, not included)
- Dimensions (L x W x H, folded microphone boom): 159 x 68 x 65 mm
- Weight (incl. battery): 367 g
- Incl. battery, windscreen, lens cap, anti-glare cap and USB cable (type A to C)
Four is the magic number
The Zoom Q8n-4K is a versatile recording tool that combines a 4K camera and a four-track recorder. It features a 150° wide-angle lens with five field of view (FOV) options, an interchangeable Zoom X/Y microphone capsule, two XLR inputs (mic/line) with switchable phantom power, a 2" colour LC display that can be flipped 180° for self-movie capture, and an inbuilt mono speaker. The Q8n-4K additionally features a USB interface which allows the user to transfer data to a PC or laptop and also makes it possible to use the device as a webcam for live streaming and online meetings, and the scope of delivery includes a replaceable lithium ion battery, a protective lens cover, a lens hood, a windscreen for the microphone module, a USB cable, and a quick start guide.
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Intuitive to operate
Operation of the Zoom Q8n-4K mainly takes place via the buttons located around the display screen. The recording button is located in an easy-to-reach position on top of the device, while other controls - including the on/off switch, the phantom power and input gain buttons, and the memory card slot, are discreetly tucked away behind the fold-out screen. The rotary gain controls have in turn been conveniently placed above the two XLR inputs on the upper edge of the Q8n-4Km, and in addition to the on-screen level meters, the user can also monitor the sound via the headphone output, which is equipped with a dedicated volume control. Should the battery unexpectedly run out, the Zoom Q8n-4K can also be powered via the USB port or using the Zoom AD-17 power supply (sold separately), and the recordings are stored to microSD cards with up to 512GB storage capacity.
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For music, talk, sport, and more
Musicians, podcasters, and content creators looking for a high-quality yet budget-friendly recording tool will find what they are looking for in the Zoom Q8n-4K, which is ideal for use on tour, in the rehearsal room, or in the great outdoors thanks to its streamlined design and fold-out microphone unit. Users can always be sure of high-quality sound recordings as well as sharp video images with rich contrast thanks to its scene presets for indoor, outdoor, nighttime, and concert lighting. An "auto" setting is also available, which optimises the lighting based on the environment, and the Zoom Q8n-4K can deliver video resolutions of 720p and 1080p with up to 60 FPS and 4K with up to 30 FPS. What is more, the F2.8/150° wide-angle lens makes the Q8n-4K ideal for capturing everything from musical performances to sporting events, and the device will cut an equally fine figure as a webcam for home office applications.
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About Zoom
Founded in 1983, the Japanese company Zoom manufactures a variety of audio equipment, including a range of portable "handy" recorders as well as multi-effects processors, effects pedals, drum machines, and samplers. Over the past thirty years, the company has built a reputation for producing innovative yet affordable products based on original microchip designs. Since the Zoom-9002 (an ultra-compact multi-effects processor that can be attached to a guitar strap) was introduced in 1990, Zoom has become one of the leaders in digital audio processing.
A compact recording studio
Singer-songwriters can record or stream their performances without a mixing desk by simply connecting their guitar and microphone directly to the Zoom Q8n-4K's two inputs. It is also possible to record an entire band - all instruments as well as vocals - by connecting the master outputs from an external mixing desk to the Q8n-4K. Users can also connect a range of different interchangeable microphone capsules (available separately) to the Zoom Q8n-4K depending on their requirements, including the Zoom VRH-8 ambisonic capsule for 360° recordings, the MSH-6 "mid-side" microphone, the SGH-6 hyperdirectional shotgun capsule, and the EHX-6 XLR/jack adapter, which provides two extra discrete inputs. What is more, the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter allows the Q8n-4K to be remotely controlled from a smartphone or tablet running on iOS or Android.
