Zoom R20 - Multi-Track Recorder
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Description
With a familiar touchscreen interface, the R20 makes it insanely simple to track, edit and mix your songs, letting you focus on the music.
Features:
- 4.3" Full-color LCD touchscreen display
- Easy-to-use DAW-inspired interface
- Record up to 16 tracks (8 simultaneously)
- Eight XLR mic preamps, including two mic/line/instrument combo jacks
- Hi-Z available on input 1 and 48V phantom power available on inputs 5-8
- Onboard editing and built-in effects
- Pre-loaded drum loops
- Optional BTA-1 Bluetooth enables wireless control via the R20 Control App
- USB-C audio interface (Multi Track Mode : 8-in / 2-out, Stereo Mode : 2-in / 2-out)
- Records directly to SDHC cards up to 32GB and SDXC cards up to 1TB
- New locking-type AC Adapter (ZAD-1220)
- Up to 24-bit /44.1kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV
- Compatible with Guitar Lab software for Mac/Windows PC
MUSICIANS, BE PREPARED TO GET BLOWN AWAY
The R20 has the best preamps and noise floor of any multi track recorder Zoom has ever designed. With six XLR inputs, two combo inputs, and 16 tracks of recording, the R20 is perfect for singer-songwriters to full bands.
DRAG. DROP. PINCH. SWIPE. CREATE.
Navigate and edit with ease, via the R20’s 4.3-inch color LCD touchscreen interface.
COLOR-CODED FOR CLARITY.
Improve your workflow with color-coded faders, gain dials, and touchscreen track regions, making sure you are always adjusting the correct channel.
PUT THE PIECES TOGETHER
Cut, copy, combine and loop. The R20’s interface provides intuitive editing. You'll immediately feel at home.
SPICE THINGS UP!
Polish your tracks and mixes with professional effects such as EQ, compression, and more.
The R20 provides a full MFX processor compatible with Guitar Lab software.
THE RHYTHM IS GONNA GET YA!
30 genres, 150 rhythm patterns and song form variations, it’s hard to find a drummer this versatile.
18 BUILT-IN SYNTH SOUNDS
Plug in a MIDI keyboard via USB-C or use the touchscreen to add sonic textures with the R20’s internal synthesizer.
BACKING TRACKS
The R20 can import and playback standard MIDI files allowing you to import bass lines, melodies, piano parts, and more.
RECORD TO SD
The R20 records directly to SDHC or SDXC cards up to 1 TB, giving you plenty of space to track your next song or album.
MONITOR AND PLAYBACK
The R20 has a headphone jack for monitoring while recording and dedicated outputs for mixing on your favorite monitors.
A VERSATILE AUDIO INTERFACE
You can use the R20 as an 8-in/4-out or a 2-in/2-out audio interface with PC, Mac and iOS.
CONTROL SURFACE
The R20 utilizes the Mackie control Protocol to allow you to use the faders and transport controls while recording with your computer and DAW.
Inputs
H1-Z is available on input 1, while 48V phantom power is available on inputs 5-8.
Locking AC Adapter
The new Zoom locking adapter ensures security against accidental unplugging.
Click
Access the fully adjustable click track with just a press of a button.
WIRELESS CONTROL APP
Use the optional Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth Adaptor to control the R20 wirelessly from your iOS device.
LET'S MOVE FORWARD TOGETHER.
Accessibility for the Visually Impaired. The first multi-track recorder that allows accessibility for the visually impaired, the R20 Control App features VoiceOver and VoiceOver Gestures.
What’s In The Box?
- Zoom R20
- ZAD-1220 AC adapter
- Quick Tour
| INPUTS / OUTPUTS | |
| INPUTS | MIC/LINE (mono) 8 |
| OUTPUTS | MASTER OUT 1 PHONES 1 |
| INPUTS | |
| MIC/LINE (MONO) | Connectors XLR/TRS combo jacks _ 2 XLR _ 6 (XLR: 2 HOT/TRS: TIP HOT_ Input gain +6 ~ +50 dB Input impedance XLR: 3.9 k½ TRS: 5.3 k½/1 M½ (when Hi-Z is ON, for INPUT 1 only) Maximum input level +4 dBu (@0 dBFS) Phantom power +48 V (INPUTS 5Ð8, switchable in pairs) Equivalent input noise Ð121 dBu or less (IHF-A) with +50dB/150½ input Frequency response Ð1.0 dB: 20 Hz Ð 20 kHz |
| OUTPUTS | |
| MASTER OUT | Connectors 2 TRS phone jacks (balanced) Maximum output level +14 dBu Output impedance 200 ½ |
| PHONES | Connector 1 standard stereo phone jack Maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32½ load) Output impedance 33 ½ |
| TRACK SETTINGS | Pan EQ High: 10 kHz, ±12 dB, shelving Middle: 2.5 kHz, ±12 dB, peaking Low: 100 Hz, ±12 dB, shelving Send Effect Stereo Link Comp/Limiter/Gate |
| RECORDER | |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks | 8 |
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks | 16 |
| Recording format | 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo WAV |
| Recording media | 4Ð32GB cards compatible with the SDHC specification 64Ð1TB cards compatible with the SDXC specification |
| EFFECTS | |
| Maximum number of simultaneous effects | 3 effects (One insert effect on one channel or one send effect available to all tracks) |
| Patch memories | 50 |
| TUNER | Chromatic/Guitar/Bass/Open A/Open D/Open E/Open G/DADGAD |
| METRONOME | Time signatures 3/4, 4/4, 6/8 Tempo range 40.0Ð250.0 BPM |
| RHYTHM LOOPS | Sound source format PCM Number of loops 150 |
| SYNTH | Polyphony 8 Sound source format FM Number of sound types 18 + PCM drum kit |
| DISPLAY | 4.3" (480_272) full-color touchscreen LCD |
| USB | |
| CONNECTOR | USB Type-C Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is not supported. |
| AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION | Stereo mix USB 2.0 Full Speed 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit 2-in/2-out Multitrack USB 2.0 High Speed 44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit 8-in/4-out |
| MASS STORAGE OPERATION | Host/Device USB 2.0 High Speed (5V/500mA power supplied when host) |
| GUITAR LAB CONNECTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| USB MIDI KEYBOARD CONNECTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed (5V/500mA power supplied) |
| DAW CONNECTION (CONTROL SURFACE) FUNCTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| MISC | |
| REMOTE | Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1) |
| POWER | AC adapter (ZOOM ZAD-1220): 12 V/2.0 A |
| Power consumption | 11 W maximum |
| External dimensions | 378 mm (W) _ 206 mm (D) _ 58 mm (H) |
| Weight (unit only) | 1.33 kg |
| Note | 0 dBu = 0.775 V |
With a familiar touchscreen interface, the R20 makes it insanely simple to track, edit and mix your songs, letting you focus on the music.
Features:
- 4.3" Full-color LCD touchscreen display
- Easy-to-use DAW-inspired interface
- Record up to 16 tracks (8 simultaneously)
- Eight XLR mic preamps, including two mic/line/instrument combo jacks
- Hi-Z available on input 1 and 48V phantom power available on inputs 5-8
- Onboard editing and built-in effects
- Pre-loaded drum loops
- Optional BTA-1 Bluetooth enables wireless control via the R20 Control App
- USB-C audio interface (Multi Track Mode : 8-in / 2-out, Stereo Mode : 2-in / 2-out)
- Records directly to SDHC cards up to 32GB and SDXC cards up to 1TB
- New locking-type AC Adapter (ZAD-1220)
- Up to 24-bit /44.1kHz audio in BWF-compliant WAV
- Compatible with Guitar Lab software for Mac/Windows PC
MUSICIANS, BE PREPARED TO GET BLOWN AWAY
The R20 has the best preamps and noise floor of any multi track recorder Zoom has ever designed. With six XLR inputs, two combo inputs, and 16 tracks of recording, the R20 is perfect for singer-songwriters to full bands.
DRAG. DROP. PINCH. SWIPE. CREATE.
Navigate and edit with ease, via the R20’s 4.3-inch color LCD touchscreen interface.
COLOR-CODED FOR CLARITY.
Improve your workflow with color-coded faders, gain dials, and touchscreen track regions, making sure you are always adjusting the correct channel.
PUT THE PIECES TOGETHER
Cut, copy, combine and loop. The R20’s interface provides intuitive editing. You'll immediately feel at home.
SPICE THINGS UP!
Polish your tracks and mixes with professional effects such as EQ, compression, and more.
The R20 provides a full MFX processor compatible with Guitar Lab software.
THE RHYTHM IS GONNA GET YA!
30 genres, 150 rhythm patterns and song form variations, it’s hard to find a drummer this versatile.
18 BUILT-IN SYNTH SOUNDS
Plug in a MIDI keyboard via USB-C or use the touchscreen to add sonic textures with the R20’s internal synthesizer.
BACKING TRACKS
The R20 can import and playback standard MIDI files allowing you to import bass lines, melodies, piano parts, and more.
RECORD TO SD
The R20 records directly to SDHC or SDXC cards up to 1 TB, giving you plenty of space to track your next song or album.
MONITOR AND PLAYBACK
The R20 has a headphone jack for monitoring while recording and dedicated outputs for mixing on your favorite monitors.
A VERSATILE AUDIO INTERFACE
You can use the R20 as an 8-in/4-out or a 2-in/2-out audio interface with PC, Mac and iOS.
CONTROL SURFACE
The R20 utilizes the Mackie control Protocol to allow you to use the faders and transport controls while recording with your computer and DAW.
Inputs
H1-Z is available on input 1, while 48V phantom power is available on inputs 5-8.
Locking AC Adapter
The new Zoom locking adapter ensures security against accidental unplugging.
Click
Access the fully adjustable click track with just a press of a button.
WIRELESS CONTROL APP
Use the optional Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth Adaptor to control the R20 wirelessly from your iOS device.
LET'S MOVE FORWARD TOGETHER.
Accessibility for the Visually Impaired. The first multi-track recorder that allows accessibility for the visually impaired, the R20 Control App features VoiceOver and VoiceOver Gestures.
What’s In The Box?
- Zoom R20
- ZAD-1220 AC adapter
- Quick Tour
| INPUTS / OUTPUTS | |
| INPUTS | MIC/LINE (mono) 8 |
| OUTPUTS | MASTER OUT 1 PHONES 1 |
| INPUTS | |
| MIC/LINE (MONO) | Connectors XLR/TRS combo jacks _ 2 XLR _ 6 (XLR: 2 HOT/TRS: TIP HOT_ Input gain +6 ~ +50 dB Input impedance XLR: 3.9 k½ TRS: 5.3 k½/1 M½ (when Hi-Z is ON, for INPUT 1 only) Maximum input level +4 dBu (@0 dBFS) Phantom power +48 V (INPUTS 5Ð8, switchable in pairs) Equivalent input noise Ð121 dBu or less (IHF-A) with +50dB/150½ input Frequency response Ð1.0 dB: 20 Hz Ð 20 kHz |
| OUTPUTS | |
| MASTER OUT | Connectors 2 TRS phone jacks (balanced) Maximum output level +14 dBu Output impedance 200 ½ |
| PHONES | Connector 1 standard stereo phone jack Maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32½ load) Output impedance 33 ½ |
| TRACK SETTINGS | Pan EQ High: 10 kHz, ±12 dB, shelving Middle: 2.5 kHz, ±12 dB, peaking Low: 100 Hz, ±12 dB, shelving Send Effect Stereo Link Comp/Limiter/Gate |
| RECORDER | |
| Maximum simultaneous recording tracks | 8 |
| Maximum simultaneous playback tracks | 16 |
| Recording format | 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo WAV |
| Recording media | 4Ð32GB cards compatible with the SDHC specification 64Ð1TB cards compatible with the SDXC specification |
| EFFECTS | |
| Maximum number of simultaneous effects | 3 effects (One insert effect on one channel or one send effect available to all tracks) |
| Patch memories | 50 |
| TUNER | Chromatic/Guitar/Bass/Open A/Open D/Open E/Open G/DADGAD |
| METRONOME | Time signatures 3/4, 4/4, 6/8 Tempo range 40.0Ð250.0 BPM |
| RHYTHM LOOPS | Sound source format PCM Number of loops 150 |
| SYNTH | Polyphony 8 Sound source format FM Number of sound types 18 + PCM drum kit |
| DISPLAY | 4.3" (480_272) full-color touchscreen LCD |
| USB | |
| CONNECTOR | USB Type-C Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is not supported. |
| AUDIO INTERFACE OPERATION | Stereo mix USB 2.0 Full Speed 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit 2-in/2-out Multitrack USB 2.0 High Speed 44.1 kHz, 16/24-bit 8-in/4-out |
| MASS STORAGE OPERATION | Host/Device USB 2.0 High Speed (5V/500mA power supplied when host) |
| GUITAR LAB CONNECTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| USB MIDI KEYBOARD CONNECTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed (5V/500mA power supplied) |
| DAW CONNECTION (CONTROL SURFACE) FUNCTION | USB 1.1 Full Speed |
| MISC | |
| REMOTE | Dedicated wireless adapter (ZOOM BTA-1) |
| POWER | AC adapter (ZOOM ZAD-1220): 12 V/2.0 A |
| Power consumption | 11 W maximum |
| External dimensions | 378 mm (W) _ 206 mm (D) _ 58 mm (H) |
| Weight (unit only) | 1.33 kg |
| Note | 0 dBu = 0.775 V |
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