Zoom F6 field recorder

Introducing the Zoom F6 field recorder

The Zoom F6 Field Recorder is a powerful tool to have when on set or when out making recordings. It 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.

A modern way to record

The F6 features modern 32-bit float recording technology allowing you to capture a range of different sources accurately, regardless of how loud or soft they are. Using this technology along with dual A/D converters, the F6 is ideal for a range of productions, from the busy film set to the snappy and compact YouTube video.

The F6 is equipped with six professional-grade preamps which feature an ultra-low noise floor, great for capturing those quiet sounds. The noise floor sits at -127 dBu EIN, and has a high gain of up to 75 dB. On top of this, you get selectable mic/line levels for each input, helping to make the F6 an incredibly powerful location sound device.

Record anywhere without a worry

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. Its highly compact design aids its resilience the elements and makes it easily portable, an ideal device for recording in any location

Stay in sync

Always be in sync with the rest of the crew. The precision time code is accurate up to 0.2ppm so you will never be caught out of time, and this makes the F6 suitable for those hectic recording sessions or for film work where accuracy at short notice is key.

Zoom's AutoMix tool will help you to never miss a beat, constantly monitoring the action in front of the camera without having to worry about the mix. AutoMix automatically adjusts the sound of your mix to match the ambient sound around you, giving you tighter audio files and making mixing in post a breeze!

iOS wireless control with the F6 F Control app

With this bespoke app, you can monitor signals, adjust levels, trigger transport controls, enter metadata and more, all from your iOS device. Just connect your phone and use the touch screen to control a range of parameters.

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 a 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