Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Digital Mixer and Recorder

Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Digital Mixer and Recorder

Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Digital Mixer and Recorder

4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Digital Mixer and Recorder has been thoroughly tested and serviced by our music experts to ensure perfect functionality. While there are minor signs of wear, they do not affect performance. The photos show the actual mixer, ensuring transparency and trust in our process. Includes: mains power supply

The Zoom LiveTrak L-8 digital mixer and recorder puts the flexibility of Zoom's popular LiveTrak L-Series range in a compact and portable format that's optimized for podcasting and music production on the go. The LiveTrak L-8 provides tactile controls and intuitive functionality, so you can start a podcasting or music recording session in minutes.


With six mic preamps, four independent headphone outputs, a phone tap for call-in interviews, and six sound pads, the LiveTrak L-8 can easily handle roundtable podcasts or tracking multiple musicians. Since it can be operated on AA batteries or a USB power supply, it can join you no matter where you go to record.

Whether you record to an SD card, stream via USB to a computer or iOS mobile device, or do both at the same time, the LiveTrak L-8 gives you up to 12 channels of simultaneous multitrack recording. Just add microphones (dynamic or condenser), hook up headphones, and get ready to produce quality content in no time.

Panel Podcasts are No Problem

  • Thanks to its six transparent, low-noise mic preamps with selectable phantom power, the LiveTrak L-8 can accommodate dynamic or condenser microphones for you and multiple guests.
  • Just insert an SDHC or SDXC card to start recording right away. Keep in mind that you can multitrack record via USB to a computer or iOS mobile device (separately available Apple Camera Connection Kit required) whether or not you track to an SD card.
  • No matter which media you choose, the L-8 records separate tracks to ensure flexibility in post-production processes such as editing and mixing.

Six Sound Pads for Triggering Samples or Music

  • Use sound effects and music clips to add excitement to your podcast. The LiveTrak L-8 features six assignable sound pads that allow you to instantly trigger effects, music, applause, prerecorded interviews, or ads.
  • The LiveTrak L-8 comes with 13 preset sounds for its sound pads, making it ready for out-of-the-box production.

Easy Phone Call Interviews

  • The LiveTrak L-8' phone tap lets you easily interview a guest who is calling in remotely on the phone or via common apps like Skype and FaceTime.
  • Simply connect your mobile device to the 3.5mm TRRS port using the supplied TRRS cable (some iOS devices may require a Lightning to headphone jack adapter), and the L-8 utilizes a mix-minus function to ensure that the caller won't hear their own voice echoing back to them.

Multiple Independent Headphone Outputs

  • The host and each guest in your podcast should clearly hear the content of your production. The L-8 offers four 1/4" stereo headphone outputs with independent level controls and mix selectors.
  • The main headphone output is sourced from the master output while the three other headphone outs can be assigned to the master mix or an independent cue mix.
  • Connect the balanced XLR stereo master outputs to a pair of active speakers for convenient monitoring.

Track Song Demos with Multiple Musicians

  • You can easily record song demos and live performances with multiple musicians using the LiveTrak L-8.
  • The first two channels of the L-8 support 1/4" Hi-Z inputs for direct connection of instruments such as a guitar and bass.
  • Channels 7-8 feature 1/4" line inputs, which can be used to plug in a drum machine or stereo keyboard.
  • Utilize the remaining inputs (channels 3-6) for mics on sources such as vocals and drums.
  • The four 1/4" headphone outputs allow you to create custom mixes for each musician.

Flexible Powering Methods

  • Run the L-8 for up to 2.5 hours via four AA batteries (available separately) for convenient operation in remote locations. Battery Powered mixing desk.
  • A USB cable and the Zoom AD-17 USB-to-AC adapter are included for powering the L-8 from an AC outlet.
  • Alternatively, you can power the L-8 via a USB battery or power bank.
  • The L-8's USB connection is designed to eliminate accidental interruptions, giving you power you can rely on.

Efficiently Save and Recall Entire Scenes

  • Set your levels, dial in the mix, then save your settings in one of the L-8's seven scene presets.
  • Recall a scene at the push of a button to instantly reconfigure the L-8.
  • Create different scenes for common scenarios such as podcasting, live streaming, band rehearsals, and more.

Record up to 12 Tracks

  • The L-8 records up to 10 discrete tracks and a stereo mix directly to an SD card at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz.
  • Use the L-8 as a 12-input / 4-output audio interface with your computer or iOS mobile device via USB at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz.
  • Punch record and overdub at any time for more complex productions.
  • Optimize the sound of your tracks via onboard effects and each channel's 3-band EQ and low-cut filter (effects, EQ, and overdub functions are unavailable at 96 kHz).

A truly diverse soultuion for both mixing and recording on the go wit this battery powered mixing board.

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS / NUMBER OF CHANNELS
Inputs:

MIC/LINE : 6

LINE : 2
Output:

MASTER OUT : 1

MASTER OUT (PHONES) : 1

MONITOR OUT (PHONES) : 3
INPUTS
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 kΩ
TRS: 3 kΩ/1 MΩ (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 V
LINE:

Type
TS phone jack

Input impedance
10 kΩ

Maximum input level
+3 dBu
Smartphone connection jack:

Type
TRRS mini jack (4-contact/TIP: L, RING 1: R, RING 2: GND, SLEEVE: MIC)

Input impedance
10 kΩ

Maximum input level
+3 dBu
OUTPUT
MASTER OUT:

Type
XLR jacks (balanced)

Maximum output level
+14.5 dBu

Output impedance
100 Ω
MASTER OUT (PHONES):

Type
Standard stereo phone jack

Maximum output level
10 mW + 10 mW (60Ω load)

Output impedance
10 Ω
MONITOR OUT (PHONES):

Type
Standard stereo phone jack

Maximum output level
10 mW + 10 mW (60Ω load)

Output impedance
10 Ω
BUSES
MASTER:

1
MONITOR:

3
SEND EFX:

1
CHANNEL STRIP
LOW CUT:

75 Hz, 12 dB/OCT
EQ:

HIGH: 10 kHz, ±15 dB, shelving
MID: 2.5 kHz, ±15 dB, peaking
LOW: 100 Hz, ±15 dB, shelving
 
Level meter:

9 segments
Send effects:

8 types
RECORDER
Maximum simultaneous recording tracks:

12 at 44.1/48/96 kHz
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks:

10
Recording format:

WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz,　16/24-bit,　mono/stereo
Recording media:

4GB–32GB SDHC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)
64GB–512GB SDXC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)
AUDIO INTERFACE
44.1/48 kHz:

Recording: 12 channels
Playback: 4 channels
Bit depth:

24-bit
Interface:

USB 2.0
SYSTEM 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 / 10.15
CPU: Intel® Core i3 or faster
USB: 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 Speed
 
Sampling frequency:

44.1/48/96 kHz
Frequency response:

20 Hz – 20 kHz: –1 dB at 44.1 kHz
20 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/150Ω input
Display:

LCD with backlight (96×64 resolution)
Power:

4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH)
AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A
Supports USB bus power
Estimated 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 62Ω):

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 W
External dimensions:

268 mm (W) × 282 mm (D) × 74 mm (H)
Weight (main unit only):

1.56 kg
  • Portable Podcasting/Music Studio
  • 6 XLR-1/4" Mic/Line Inputs with +48V
  • 10 Faders to Control Audio Levels
  • Multitrack Recording via SD Card and USB