Forget about clipping, forget about gain, and forget about hassle; just power on the Zoom F3 portable 2-track field recorder and 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 2x2 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. 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 Design Specifications 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 No Number of Microphone Inputs 2 Built-In Speaker No Memory Card Support microSDHC (4 GB to 32 GB)microSDXC (64 GB to 1 TB) Internal Storage No Special Features Remote Control Capable (Remote Available Separately) Recording Audio File Formats Recording:BWF, iXML, WAV Sample Rates WAV:44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 192 kHz (Mono/Stereo) Bit Depth 32-Bit (Floating Point) Signal Processing & FX No Timecode Support Yes Included Software No Connectivity Analog I/O 2x XLR 3-Pin Female Balanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable)1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line Output1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone Output Digital I/O No Phantom Power +24 / 48 V, Selectable On/Off Phantom Power Current 10 mA per Channel System Connection 1x USB-C (2.0) Audio Interface Capability Stereo Only Wireless Bluetooth*Via Optional Adapter Mobile App Compatible Yes, Adapter Required (Not Included): Android & iOSApp Name: F3 ControlFunctionality: Remote Control Performance Max Input Level Mic Inputs:+4 dBuLine Inputs:+24 dBu Max Output Level Line Outputs:+1 dBu Headphone Output Power 50 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms Impedance Mic/Line Inputs:≥3 KilohmsLine Outputs:≤100 OhmsHeadphone Outputs:≤15 Ohms Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) ≤-127 dBu Power Power Options Battery, USB Bus Power, or AC/DC Power Adapter Battery Type 2x 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 Included Accessories No Mounting Options 3/8"-16 Female (Bottom) Dimensions 3 x 1.9 x 3" / 75 x 47.8 x 77.3 mm Weight 8.5 oz / 242 g (with Batteries) Packaging Info Package Weight 1.05 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 8.4 x 6.4 x 2.4"
