Zoom LiveTrak L-8 makes it easier than ever to mix, monitor and record professional-sounding podcasts and music performances in one portable, affordable package. The L-8 features six high performance preamps each with phantom power, a low noise floor (-121dBU EIN), and maximum input gain of +54dB. Additionally, there are two each Hi-Z, line-level and USB inputs. You can also fine-tune each channel with EQ and onboard effects. The L-8 also lets you record up to 10 discrete tracks plus a stereo mix directly to an SD card at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz*. You can punch-in and overdub with ease, then transfer your work to your favorite DAW for fine tuning.for more in-depth videos on the Zoom L8 including one that shows you how to take a interview phone call.Main Features:8-channel mixer (6 combo, plus 2 TS)12-track simultaneous recording, 10-track playbackMix-Minus function preventing audio feedback from dial-in guestsTRRS connection and included TRRS cable for phone connectivity6 assignable Sound Pads, with 13 preset sounds4 headphone outputs, consisting of 3 custom monitor mixes, plus one main mix3-band EQ and a low-cut function7 scene memories for storing mixes12-in / 4-out USB audio interfaceClass-compliant mode (for iOS compatibility)Battery operated with four AA batteries or a USB power supplyRecord up to 24-bit/96kHz, record up to 48kHZ to computer and SD card simultaneouslySpecifications:Inputs:MIC/LINE: 6LINE : 2Output:ASTER OUT: 1ASTER OUT (PHONES): 1ONITOR OUT (PHONES): 3INPUTS:MIC/LINE:Type: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)Input gain: +10 +54 dB/3 +41 dB (when Hi-Z ON)Input impedance:XLR: 3 kTRS: 3 k/1 M (when Hi-Z ON)Maximum input level:2 dBu when 26dB switch OFF (at 0 dBFS)+24 dBu when 26dB switch ON (at 0 dBFS)Phantom power: +48 VLINE:Type: TS phone jackInput impedance: 10 kMaximum input level: +3 dBuSmartphone connection jack:Type: TRRS mini jack (4-contact/TIP: L, RING 1: R, RING 2: GND, SLEEVE: MIC)Input impedance: 10 kMaximum input level: +3 dBuOUTPUT:MASTER OUT:Type: XLR jacks (balanced)Maximum output level: +14.5 dBuOutput impedance: 100 MASTER OUT (PHONES):Type: Standard stereo phone jackMaximum output level: 10 mW + 10 mW (60 load)Output impedance: 10 MONITOR OUT (PHONES):Type: Standard stereo phone jackMaximum output level: 10 mW + 10 mW (60 load)Output impedance: 10 BUSES:MASTER: 1MONITOR: 3SEND EFX: 1CHANNEL STRIP:LOW CUT: 75 Hz, 12 dB/OCTEQ:HIGH: 10 kHz, 15 dB, shelvingMID: 2.5 kHz, 15 dB, peakingLOW: 100 Hz, 15 dB, shelvingLevel meter: 9 segmentsSend effects: 8 typesRECORDER:Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 12 at 44.1/48/96 kHzMaximum simultaneous playback tracks: 10Recording format: WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz,16/24-bit, mono/stereoRecording media:4GB32GB SDHC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)64GB512GB SDXC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)AUDIO INTERFACE:44.1/48 kHz:Recording: 12 channelsPlayback: 4 channelsBit depth: 24-bitInterface: USB 2.0SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR AUDIO INTERFACE MODE:Windows:OS: Windows 7 SP1 or later / 8.1 / 10 (32bit/64bit)CPU: Intel Core i3 or faster*USB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0*** Operation is not guaranteed with CPUs from Atom, Celeron or Pentium series or CPUs made by AMD.** Only USB host controllers with Intel Chipsets are supported. Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards.Mac:OS: macOS 10.12 / 10.13 / 10.14 / 10.15CPU: Intel Core i3 or fasterUSB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0** Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards.iPhone/iPad: OS: iOS 10 / 11 / 12 / 13* Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter required.CARD READER:Class: Mass storage USB 2.0 High SpeedSampling frequency: 44.1/48/96 kHzFrequency response:20 Hz 20 kHz: 1 dB at 44.1 kHz20 Hz 40 kHz: 3 dB at 96 kHz (when GAIN at 3 o’clock)Equivalent input noise: 121 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +54dB/150 inputDisplay: LCD with backlight (9664 resolution)Power:4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH)AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1ASupports USB bus powerEstimated continuous recording time using batteries: Recording 44.1kHz/16-bit/4ch audio to SD card (when 48V is OFF, LCD BACKLIGHT is 15sec, BATTERY SAVING is ON and headphone impedance is 62)****Alkaline batteries: about 2 hours**NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 3.5 hours**Lithium batteries: about 6.5 hours(The above values are approximate.)(Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions.)Power consumption: 5 WExternal dimensions: 268 mm (W) 282 mm (D) 74 mm (H)Weight (unit only): 1.56 kg