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 Multi-Track Field 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!
Zoom F6 Key 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
Field Recorder built to last
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.
Fine Tune Your Mix
The Zoom F-Control (FRC-8) gives you more flexibility in the field. With 60 mm faders and controls for trim, pan and track-arming, the FRC-8 is a must-have for any professional filmmaker.
* The F-Control is sold separately.
Monitor What Matters
Use the F6 and your headphones to keep tabs on your tracks pre- or post-fader. Check levels, route signals to the left or right and set alert tones for battery and recording status.
iOS Wireless Control
The F6’s F Control APP lets you monitor signals, adjust levels, trigger transport controls, enter metadata and more from your iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth.*
*Optional BTA-1 required
Ambisonic Audio
The F6’s Ambisonics mode offers precision A-to-B decoding and balanced gain linking, enabling you to capture spatial audio for VR, AR and more. Download the FREE Zoom Ambisonics Player software to decode and edit your 360-audio with ease.
What’s Included with the F6
- F6 Field Recorder
- Camera mount adapter
- Quick Start Guide
Optional F6 Accessories
- Zoom AD-17 5V AC Adapter
- BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter
- Bag
Recording Media
| SD CARDS, SDHC CARDS, SDXC CARDS (THAT CONFORM TO STANDARDS) |
Inputs
| INPUTS 1–6: | Connectors XLR jack (pin 2 hot) |
| INPUT (MIC): | Input gain +12 dB - +75 dB |
| Input impedance 3 kΩ or more | |
| Maximum input level +4 dBu | |
| INPUT (LINE): | Input gain −8 dB - +55 dB |
| Input impedance 5 kΩ or more | |
| Maximum input level +24 dBu | |
| PHANTOM POWER: | +24/+48V 10mA maximum for each channel |
| EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE: | −127 dBu or less (A-weighted, +75 dB input gain, 150 Ω input) |
Outputs
| LINE OUTPUT: | Connectors 3.5 mm stereo mini unbalanced output |
| Output impedance 100 Ω or less | |
| Reference output level –10 dBV, 1 kHz, 10 kΩ load | |
| Maximum output level +10 dBV, 1 kHz, 10 kΩ load | |
| D/A dynamic range 95 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) | |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUT: | Connector 3.5 mm stereo mini unbalanced output |
| Output impedance 15 Ω or less | |
| Maximum output level 100 mW + 100 mW (32Ω load) | |
| D/A dynamic range 108 dB typ (−60dBFS input, A-weighted) |
Recording Formats
| WHEN WAV SELECTED: | |
| SUPPORTED FORMATS: | 44.1/47.952/48/48.048/88.2/96/192 kHz, 16/24-bit/32-bit float, |
| mono/stereo/2-8ch poly, BWF/iXML | |
| MAXIMUM SIMULTANEOUS RECORDING TRACKS: | 14 (6 inputs x 2 (Linear and Floating) + LR mix) |
| 6 (6 inputs (Linear or Floating) at Float(32bit) Mode, 192 kHz) | |
| WHEN MP3 SELECTED: | |
| SUPPORTED FORMATS: | 128/192/320 kbps, 44.1/48 kHz, ID3v1 tags |
| MAXIMUM SIMULTANEOUS RECORDING TRACKS: | 2 |
Recording Time
| USING A 32 GB CARD: | 30:46:00 (48 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV) |
| 7:41:00 (192 kHz/24-bit stereo WAV) |
Timecode
| CONNECTORS: | 3.5 mm stereo mini (Tip: IN, Ring: OUT) |
| MODES: | Off, Int Free Run, Int Record Run, Int RTC Run, Ext, Ext Auto Rec |
| (audio clock can be synchronized to timecode) | |
| FRAME RATES: | 23.976 ND, 24 ND, 25 ND, 29.97 ND, 29.97 D, 30 ND, 30 D |
| PRECISION: | ±0.2 ppm |
| ALLOWED INPUT LEVEL: | 0.2 – 5.0 Vpp |
| ALLOWED INPUT IMPEDANCE: | 4.6 kΩ |
| OUTPUT LEVEL: | 3.3 Vpp |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: | 50 Ω or less |
Power
| OPTIONS: | AC adapter : DC 5V (supports USB bus power) |
| Sony® L-Series battery | |
| 4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries) | |
| CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME: | |
| 48 KHZ/16-BIT 2CH RECORDING TO SD CARD (LINE OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, HEADPHONES INTO 32Ω LOAD, PHANTOM OFF): | Alkaline batteries: 7.5 hours or more |
| NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): 10.5 hours or more | |
| Lithium batteries: 16.5 hours or more | |
| 48 KHZ/24-BIT 6CH RECORDING TO SD CARD (LINE OUT OFF, TIMECODE OFF, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 5, HEADPHONES INTO 32Ω LOAD, PHANTOM OFF): | Alkaline batteries: 4.5 hours or more |
| NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): 7.0 hours or more | |
| Lithium batteries: 10.5 hours or more | |
| 192 KHZ/24-BIT 6CH RECORDING TO SD CARD (LINE OUT ON, TIME CODE SET TO INT FREE RUN, LED/LCD BRIGHTNESS 60, HEADPHONES INTO 32Ω LOAD, PHANTOM AT 48 V): | Alkaline batteries: About 0.5 hours |
| NiMH batteries (2500 mAh): 1 hour or more | |
| Lithium batteries: 3 hours or more |
Display
| 1.54" full-color LCD (240 × 240) |
USB
| MASS STORAGE OPERATION: | Class USB 2.0 High Speed |
| MULTITRACK AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NO DRIVER REQUIRED FOR MACOS): | Class USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Specifications Sampling rate 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz | |
| Bit Rate 16/24-bit | |
| Channels 6 in/4 out | |
| STEREO MIX AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION (NO DRIVER REQUIRED): | Class USB 2.0 Full Speed |
| Specifications Sampling rate 44.1/48 kHz | |
| Bit Rate 16-bit | |
| Channels 2 in/2 out | |
| Note: iOS device audio interface operation supported (stereo mode only) | |
| AIF WITH REC OPERATION (DRIVER REQUIRED FOR WINDOWS, NO DRIVER REQUIRED FOR MACOS): | Class USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Specifications Sampling rate 44.1/48 kHz | |
| Bit Rate 16/24-bit | |
| Channels 8 in/4 out |
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