Zoom LiveTrak L-8 - Mixer / multitrack recorder / audio interface, optimised for podcasts, also suitable for bands. The L-8 allows mixing, monitoring, and professional recording of podcasts or live music in a single portable unit:
Special for Podcasters:
6 x assignable pads for triggering jingles, effects, etc., 13 predefined sounds
allows direct capture of calls via mobile phone on channels 7-8, TRRS cable included
the mix-minus function prevents feedback, echo from the caller
via USB connection allows routing of audio signals from Skype, Facetime, Hangouts, Slack, etc.
4 headphone outputs for monitoring
each input is recorded as a separate track on the SD card
powered by 4 x AA batteries or via USB - up to 2.5 hours battery life
as an audio interface - can record simultaneously on computer and SD card and allows parallel live streaming
For Musicians:
ideal for small bands
allows storage of 7 mix scenes and instant recall
8 input channels - 6 XLR / Jack combo mic/line inputs + 2 x TS line
3 customisable monitoring mixes
records up to 12 tracks simultaneously
3-band EQ
General Features of Zoom L-8:
8 input channels:
6 preamps with switchable Phantom Power, gain up to +54dB
2 Hi-Z line or USB inputs
channel strip with low-cut filter, effects, and EQ applicable on any input channel
multi-track recording:
up to 12 channels simultaneously at 44.1/48/96 kHz
format: WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz, 6/24-bit, mono/stereo
compatible SD card:
4GB–32GB SDHC
64GB–512GB SDXC
up to 10 channels of multi-track playback
audio interface via USB 2.0 with 12 inputs / 4 outputs