Zoom F3 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder

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ZoomSKU: ZF3

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Sale price$299.99
  • For Videographers & Sound Recordists
  • Ultralow-Noise Mic Pres via XLR Jacks
  • No Gain Adjustment Needed
  • 32-Bit Float Recording Avoids Clipping
  • Zoom F3 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder

  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

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.

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.

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.

Portable Recorder
Form Factor Handheld Recorder
Primary Use Applications Audio-for-Video
Number of Tracks 2
Number of Input Channels 2
Maximum Sampling Rate 192 kHz / 32-Bit
Microphone None
Number of Microphone Preamps 2 Preamps
Built-In Speaker No
Memory Card Support microSDHC (4 GB to 32 GB) microSDXC
(64 GB to 1 TB)
Internal Storage None
Special Features Remote Control Capable (Remote Available Separately)
Recording
Audio File Formats BWF, iXML
Sample Rates 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 192 kHz
Bit Depth 32-Bit
Timecode Support Yes
Connectivity
Analog I/O 2 x XLR 3-Pin Female Balanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power +24 / 48 V, Selectable On/Off
Phantom Power Current 10 mA per Channel
System Connection 1 x USB-C (2.0)
Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only
Performance
Max Input Level Mic Inputs: +4 dBu
Line Inputs: +24 dBu
Max Output Level Line Outputs: +1 dBu
Headphone Output Power 50 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Power
Power Options Battery, USB Bus Power, or AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type 2 x AA (Not Included)
Approximate Battery Life 48 kHz/32-Bit:
8 Hours (AA Alkaline, 2 Channels, Recording)
8.5 Hours (AA NiMH, 2 Channels, Recording)
18 Hours (AA Lithium, 2 Channels, Recording)
AC/DC Power Adapter 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included)
Physical
Dimensions 3 x 1.9 x 3"
Weight 8.5 oz / 242 g (with Batteries)