Zoom F3

Name: Zoom F3
Brand: Zoom
SKU: F3
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Zoom F3 Field Recorder

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SKU: F3 Categories: Portable Recorders Studio Z3 Brand: Zoom

Product Description

Small Design, Big Sound

With 32-bit float recording, the F3 effortlessly captures the quietest raindrops and the loudest explosions. Its small footprint allows for this recorder to be placed anywhere, as you capture and monitor up to 192 kHz of high-quality audio.

Key Features

2-channel / 2-track field audio recorder
Featuring 32-bit float recording and dual AD converters for full dynamic range and clip-free audio capture
2 discrete inputs with locking XLR connectors
Input signals can be monitored with realtime waveform display on LCD
Compact and Durable (can be attached to boom mic with velcro)
High quality mic preamps provide a super-low noise floor (−127 dBu EIN)
Record up to 192 kHz sampling/32-bit float WAV format, mono or stereo files
Stereo ⅛” Phone/Line Output jack with dedicated Volume control
Records directly to microSDHC and microSDXC cards up to 1 TB
Wireless iOS/Android remote control available through optional BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter
Use as 2-in/2-out USB audio interface (up to 32-bit float/96 kHz)
Over 8 hours of operation with two AA alkaline batteries
Runs on only 2 standard AA batteries or AC adapter (AD-17) or USB battery pack
Wireless timecode synchronization (*Optional BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter and UltraSync Blue device by Timecode Systems are required.)

Focus on the Scene

When you’re working in the field or on set, sound levels can fluctuate often and quickly. The F3 allows you to adapt to your scene without having to set the gain or worry about clipping. In post, you’ll be able to work with your capture, regardless of extremely low or high levels.

Award Winning Audio

Featuring the dual A/D converters and low-noise preamps found in our professional F-Series recorders, the F3 guarantees high-quality recordings in any setting or situation.

Battle Tested

The F3 is built with durable side bars, standard tripod mount and slide-resistant rubber feet ensuring that you can mount it on your gear or hide it in any scene. It’s sturdy metal casing and locking XLR connectors is designed for use in a variety of environments.

WAV Watching

Monitor your recordings with seamless accuracy as the F3 displays your audio as real-time waveforms.

Record & Listen

The headphone output allows you to keep an ear on your recordings, plus a line output enables you to go to your camera or other gear.

All Day Capture

The F3 is well-equipped for long location shoots or remote fieldwork, with a variety of power options and massive storage.

Onboard Power: With two alkaline AA batteries, take advantage of over eight hours of battery life.
Alternate Power: Set yourself up for an unlimited charge via the AD-17 AC adapter or USB power supply.
Memory Cards: Use a micro SD card up to 1TB to record over 180 hours of audio at the highest possible sample rate/bit-depth.

30′ of Control

Versatile control options give your production more flexibility than ever. Stay out of the shot and record from a distance of up to 30-feet (10m) using the F3 control app for iOS and Android*.
_{BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter sold separately.}

Audio Interface & Streaming

Connect your F3 to a computer or iOS device via USB as an audio interface and record or stream up to two channels in crystal-clear 32-bit float/96 kHz resolution. The loopback function allows you to combine your computer’s audio with the F3 inputs to complete the sound for your stream.

What’s In The Box

F3 Field Recorder
Quick Tour

General Specifications

Input and output channels

INPUTS	MIC/LINE (mono):	2
OUTPUTS	LINE OUT:	1
	PHONE OUT:	1

Inputs

MIC/LINE (MONO)	Connectors:	2 XLR (2: HOT)
	Input gain:	Adjustment unnecessary (dual AD converter circuits used)
	Input impedance:	MIC: 3 kΩ or more
		LINE: 3 kΩ or more
	Maximum input level:	MIC: +4 dBu
		LINE: +24 dBu
	Phantom power:	+24/48 V
		Combined channel total of 10 mA or less
	Equivalent input noise:	−127 dBu or less (IHF-A) when waveform magnification is ×1024 with 150 Ω input

Outputs

LINE OUT	Connector:	1 stereo mini jack
	Maximum output level:	+1 dBu
	Output impedance:	100 Ω or less
PHONE OUT	Connector:	1 stereo mini jack
	Maximum output level:	50 mW + 50 mW (into 32 Ω load)
	Output impedance:	15 Ω or less

Recorder

	Maximum simultaneous recording tracks:	2
	Maximum simultaneous playback tracks:	2
	Recording format:	WAV
		44.1/48/ 88.2/96/192 kHz,
		32-bit float mono/stereo
		BWF and iXML formats supported
	Recording media:	4 – 32 GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
		64 GB – 1 TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification

Display

LCD with backlight (96×64 resolution)

USB

	Connector:	USB Type-C
		• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.
	Audio interface operation:	USB2.0 High Speed
		44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz, 24-bit linear/32-bit float
		• 32-bit float format is supported for firmware version 2.0 or later.
		2-in/2-out
	Mass storage operation:	USB 2.0 High Speed

REMOTE

Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1)

POWER

		2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
		AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1 A
		• USB bus power is supported.

ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATION TIME USING BATTERIES	48 kHz/32-bit float, 2ch recording to microSDHC card	Alkaline batteries: about 8 hours NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 8.5 hours Lithium batteries: about 18 hours
• THE VALUES ARE APPROXIMATE.	(without headphones, PHANTOM off, LCD Backlight off)	Alkaline batteries: about 2 hours
• CONTINUOUS BATTERY OPERATION TIMES WERE DETERMINED USING IN-HOUSE TESTING METHODS.	48 kHz/32-bit float, 2ch recording to microSDHC card	NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 3 hours
THEY WILL VARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO USE CONDITIONS.	(headphones into 32Ω load, PHANTOM at 48 V (5 mA), LCD Backlight off)	Lithium batteries: about 7.5 hours

POWER CONSUMPTION:	5 W maximum
DIMENSIONS:	75.0 mm (W) × 77.3 mm (D) × 47.8 mm (H)
WEIGHT:	(including batteries) 242 g
NOTE: 0 DBU = 0.775 VRMS

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