Zoom R24 Recorder Interface Controller

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Zoom R24 Recorder Interface Controller

The Zoom R24 takes the popular R16 Portable Multitrack and expands the concept to a new level allowing you to record (you guessed it!) up to 24 tracks (up to 8 simultaneously) all onto a handy SD Card for easy editing. Perfect for making demos, live recordings or full productions - even when you're away from your studio.

What's more, the R24 functions as an audio interface to your computer and as a control surface that works with all the major software packages. Now you have an all-in-one portable studio that also functions as the front end to your home studio and as a mixer so you can enjoy the benefits of tactile mixing as opposed to mixing with your mouse.

The R24 is part of a new generation of products that bundle everything you need to make great recordings any time, wherever you are, and without worrying about losing inspiration because of awkward and fiddly operation. The R24 is a breeze to operate and you'll be recording in no time, right out of the box!

Specifications

Record 8 tracks simultaneously with 24 track playback
Audio interface with 8-in/2-out capability
Control surface for all major DAW functions
Pad sampler with 24 voices (8 pads x 3 banks)
Drum machine with 10 kits and velocity sensitive pads
Large 1.9 inch LCD shows waveform information
High sensitivity stereo mics built in
8 combination XLR/phono input jacks
Hi-Z compatible input
6-channel simultaneous phantom power supply capability
135 DSP effects including guitar amp simulations
Support for SDHC cards for up to 32 GB
USB based sync capability for two R24 units allows 16-track simultaneous recording and 48-track simultaneous playback
Runs for about 4 hours on six AA batteries
Sleek design only 35 mm high

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My reasons for buying the Zoom R24 were 1. I like hard disc recorders, but mine had packed in - the zoom is set up very much like my previous machines without the 'weak point' of the hard disc. 2. the reviews I read were good, especially that it is silent in use (this has been so useful because you don't have to be so careful about placing the recorder in relation to microphones) 3. the operation of the Zoom is very intuitive and straightforward (yes, some features like the rhythm section are fiddly and time-consuming, but I don't use them much) 4. despite being a fan of HD recorders, I am trying to use computers more for editing and mastering; the Zoom seems to be ideal as an interface / controller, although I haven't yet explored that yet. The quality of recordings is good for the price of the recorder and the use of 24 tracks will give me a bit more flexibility.

Ian > read review

My reasons for buying the Zoom R24 were 1. I like hard disc recorders, but mine had packed in - the zoom is set up very much like my previous machines without the 'weak point' of the hard disc. 2. the reviews I read were good, especially that it is silent in use (this has been so useful because you don't have to be so careful about placing the recorder in relation to microphones) 3. the operation of the Zoom is very intuitive and straightforward (yes, some features like the rhythm section are fiddly and time-consuming, but I don't use them much) 4. despite being a fan of HD recorders, I am trying to use computers more for editing and mastering; the Zoom seems to be ideal as an interface / controller, although I haven't yet explored that yet. The quality of recordings is good for the price of the recorder and the use of 24 tracks will give me a bit more flexibility.
Rating

The zoom R24 can record 8 tracks simultaneously onto SD card , and that's what I wanted it for. It works as described. The pre-amps are a bit hissy on high gains, so it'd NOT be much good for quiet acoustic stuff, (big shame really) but for a live rock band it ROCKS!
I got one of the recommended 32Gbyte SDHC cards from amazon.co.uk [sandisc ultra SDHC about 56 quid inc vat] and it records 8 channels simultaneously without glitches. (32Gbyte = approx 13.3 hours 8-track at 44.1kHz).
CAUTION ! Getting the right recording media is ESSENTIAL for this unit. You CAN'T just use any old SD card if you want to do 8-track recording successfully.
www.zoom.co.jp has a list of SDHC cards that HAVE been tested and proven to work with this unit. Searching for the exact SDHC card numbers on their list revealed that Amazon.co.uk has several of these exact cards in stock and I was able to choose one from the several that they had in stock, based on reviews and price).
When you purchase your Zoom R24, YOU WILL FIND THAT IT CANNOT READ USB data sticks (like the one it comes bundled with) UNTIL YOU HAVE UPGRADED THE R24s FIRMWARE to V1.01.
This is rather annoying, they could have at least shipped it without an important part of its functionality broken....
Headphone output is very quiet.
I haven't tried mixing on it, I do that on a PC. It's easily portable, great for getting usable multitrack recordings in rehearsal rooms.
The 'sample player' functionality seems a bit weird, I couldn't figure it out properly, it seemed a bit rubbish, maybe I just need to get the hang of it. The manual is quite big!
The built in mics are okay, the phantom power is okay, (phantom power is a bit noisy but my Fostex MR8mk2 was a lot worse), and being able to have 0, 2, 4 or 6 channels of phantom power is VERY USEFUL once you are in a studio with misc microphones and a bunch of scruffy musicians wanting to get started.
Oh, and it is TOTALLY silent in operation, no moving parts AT ALL, so if you got a classy (low-hiss) pre-amp and a posh mic then you could take this to your desert island and do your 24 track solo acoustic album very nicely.
Overall I'm very pleased with my purchase.
4/5

Mr P Jardine > read review

The zoom R24 can record 8 tracks simultaneously onto SD card , and that's what I wanted it for. It works as described. The pre-amps are a bit hissy on high gains, so it'd NOT be much good for quiet acoustic stuff, (big shame really) but for a live rock band it ROCKS!
I got one of the recommended 32Gbyte SDHC cards from amazon.co.uk [sandisc ultra SDHC about 56 quid inc vat] and it records 8 channels simultaneously without glitches. (32Gbyte = approx 13.3 hours 8-track at 44.1kHz).
CAUTION ! Getting the right recording media is ESSENTIAL for this unit. You CAN'T just use any old SD card if you want to do 8-track recording successfully.
www.zoom.co.jp has a list of SDHC cards that HAVE been tested and proven to work with this unit. Searching for the exact SDHC card numbers on their list revealed that Amazon.co.uk has several of these exact cards in stock and I was able to choose one from the several that they had in stock, based on reviews and price).
When you purchase your Zoom R24, YOU WILL FIND THAT IT CANNOT READ USB data sticks (like the one it comes bundled with) UNTIL YOU HAVE UPGRADED THE R24s FIRMWARE to V1.01.
This is rather annoying, they could have at least shipped it without an important part of its functionality broken....
Headphone output is very quiet.
I haven't tried mixing on it, I do that on a PC. It's easily portable, great for getting usable multitrack recordings in rehearsal rooms.
The 'sample player' functionality seems a bit weird, I couldn't figure it out properly, it seemed a bit rubbish, maybe I just need to get the hang of it. The manual is quite big!
The built in mics are okay, the phantom power is okay, (phantom power is a bit noisy but my Fostex MR8mk2 was a lot worse), and being able to have 0, 2, 4 or 6 channels of phantom power is VERY USEFUL once you are in a studio with misc microphones and a bunch of scruffy musicians wanting to get started.
Oh, and it is TOTALLY silent in operation, no moving parts AT ALL, so if you got a classy (low-hiss) pre-amp and a posh mic then you could take this to your desert island and do your 24 track solo acoustic album very nicely.
Overall I'm very pleased with my purchase.
4/5
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Great multipurpous recorder. Comprehensive instruction manual.

Mr P Duckle( this should read Mr. P.Buckle) > read review

Great multipurpous recorder. Comprehensive instruction manual.