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

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

Key Features

  • For Videographers & Sound Recordists
  • 2 Ultralow-Noise Mic Pres via XLR Jacks
  • No Gain Adjustment Needed
  • 32-Bit Float Recording Avoids Clipping
  • Headphone and Line Outputs
  • Hold Switch Averts Unintended Operation
  • USB Power / 8 Hours via AA Batteries
  • microSD Card Recording / USB Audio I/O
  • Waveform Display, Easy 1-Touch Controls
  • Boompole- and Pocket-Friendly Desig

KSh40,470.00 KSh43,000.00

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

Zoom F3 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder, press record to capture clear, distortion-free sound from your external XLR mics in an instant for your next video shoot, interview, or sound design excursion. With two premium mic preamps and 32-bit float technology, the F3 handles the softest and loudest sounds you can throw at it while avoiding distortion, maintaining low-noise performance, and freeing you from the responsibility of adjusting gain. Recordings ruined by clipped converters and poorly set preamps are things of the past.

From the real-time waveform display and one-touch controls to the flexible powering options and precision timecode functionality, the F3 is properly equipped to please novices and demanding veterans alike. Whether you need long-duration stereo recording for an interview, redundant capture of dual-mic setups for a video shoot, or failure-proof recording on location, the F3 has the modes, resolutions, and media support to handle your crucial audio tasks. Plus, its operational versatility ensures that the F3 will always enhance your workflow, be it simple, complex, or always changing. You can feel confident using it as your main recorder, a USB audio interface for your dedicated computer rig, or a backup unit for added safety.

Automatic Distortion-Free Audio

The F3 utilizes dual A/D converters and 32-bit float recording technology to capture intensely loud signals without clipping the converters and bring in extremely quiet sounds without overwhelming noise, all without requiring any gain adjustment from you. Record with confidence, knowing that you can just connect your microphones and start recording to attain crisp, clear audio.

Dual XLR Mic/Line Inputs

Two balanced mic/line inputs with locking XLR jacks and switchable +48V phantom power make the F3 an ideal match for professional microphones such as handheld dynamics and shotgun condensers as well as line-level feeds from a dedicated field mixer.

High-Quality Recording Settings

The F3 supports high-quality sample rates between 44.1 and 192 kHz, in mono or stereo uncompressed BWF (Broadcast Wave File) format. No data compression means that no quality is lost in the creation of the audio files.

Record Direct to microSD Cards

Maximize portability by recording directly to a microSDHC/microSDXC card (available separately) for up to 1TB of storage space.

Headphone and Line Outputs

While the line output enables straightforward routing to your camera, DSLR, or secondary recorder, a 3.5mm stereo headphone jack with dedicated volume control offers convenient audio monitoring.

Power for Hours

To keep up with the pace of on-location production, the F3 can be powered via two AA alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries, a Zoom AD-17 power adapter (available separately), or a USB Type-C battery pack (available separately). With up to eight hours of run time on AA batteries, all-day shoots are no problem for the F3.

USB Audio and File Transfers

Since the F3 has a USB Type-C port, simply connect it to your computer via a USB cable (available separately) to transfer files to your computer or use the F3 as a 2×2 USB audio interface capable of 32-bit float / 96 kHz resolution.

Precision Timecode and Synchronization

Add the separately available Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter and UltraSync Blue (from Timecode Systems or Atomos) to take advantage of high-precision timecode that realizes accurate synchronization with video.

App-Based Remote Control

For convenient wireless remote control from an iOS/Android mobile device, connect a Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter (available separately), then use the free F3 Control app via Bluetooth.

Intuitive Controls and Built-In Display

Intuitive one-touch buttons—record, play, stop, and volume up/down—provide fast, hassle-free operations with no menus to wade through. The onboard screen shows real-time waveforms and clear indication of battery status, recording time, and more. Per-channel buttons let you quickly zoom in or out for a better view.
Hold Function Inhibits Accidental Interruptions
Flip the Record switch down to the Hold position to engage the Hold function, which prevents interruptions to the recording caused by accidental button presses.

Low Profile and Lightweight

With its minimalist profile, the lightweight F3 attaches to boompoles via hook-and-loop fastener (available separately) or slips into a pocket to be hidden from sight.

Specifications

Microphone
Form Factor Handheld Recorder
Recording
Audio Format BWF
iXML
Audio Bit Depth 32-Bit
Sample Rate 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 192 kHz
Max Audio Sample Rate 192 kHz / 32-Bit
Number of Tracks

2
Audio
Built-in Speaker No
Microphone None
Headphone Output 50 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Phantom Power +24 / 48 V, Selectable On/Off
Connectivity
Connectivity 1 x USB-C (2.0)
Storage
Internal Memory None

Analog Performance
Impedance Headphone Outputs: ≤15 Ohms
Line Outputs: ≤100 Ohms
Mic/Line Inputs: ≥3 Kilohms
Performance
Output Level Line Outputs: +1 dBu
Interface
Timecode Input none
Analog I/O 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output
2 x XLR 3-Pin Female Balanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)
Digital I/O None
General
Number of Channels 2
Power
Battery Type 2 x AA (Not Included)
Battery Life
  • 48 kHz/32-Bit: 18 Hours (AA Lithium, 2 Channels, Recording).
  • 48 kHz/32-Bit: 8 Hours (AA Alkaline, 2 Channels, Recording).
  • 48 kHz/32-Bit: 8.5 Hours (AA NiMH, 2 Channels, Recording)
Power AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery
USB Bus Power
Physical
Dimensions 3 x 1.9 x 3″ / 75 x 47.8 x 77.3 mm
Weight 8.5 oz / 242 g (with Batteries)
Packaging Information
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 8.4 x 6.4 x 2.4″
Package Weight 1.05 lb
More
Input Level Line Inputs: +24 dBu
Mic Inputs: +4 dBu
EIN ≤-127 dBu (A-Weighted)

 

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