The video is good. I have been using Q8 intensively for 2 years. A practical, realistic understanding of the issues involved in basic camera selection - ok. But I would mention to those interested that they must not hope that the camera will record a clip on TH-cam. It is good to clarify what exactly I am doing and what I want to do in the foreseeable future. This device only has the shape of a camera and also has its basic function - although it records moving images and appears to be of superior quality, it is different - the Q8 is a high-quality audio recorder with the ability to record what was probably happening in front of the lens, but that that's all. the camera has no Zoom - only digital - its use immediately degrades the impression of superior quality to ordinary FHD. The camera is designed for small rehearsal rooms to capture all the musicians that make up the band from a tripod in the garage. I'm a singer-songwriter, and when I use greenscreen and want to record a song for TH-cam, I have to do something so that there's really only the green screen behind me - I have to have the camera awfully close. The camera has a fixed, incredibly wide angle of view. More or less, the only option is where to place the camera and then all the songs I record will look exactly the same - I lose the opportunity to experiment, change the angle of the shot, etc. Forget 3K. And above all, forget about automatics - do the work and try different optical modes first - only Concert Low Light seemed the most practical to me. Considering that I record the sound at home anyway via the sound card to the DAW, the purchase of this camera was probably unnecessary. I was fascinated by the possibility of recording a song in the forest, etc., but when I have the time to devote myself to it, I prefer to work on the safe side and record everything at home - then XLR inputs are indeed a beautiful potential, but an average mirrorless camera would give better results and it would be better with it worked. As the only, cheapest option, yes - for records for internal use. Mirrorless cameras have an input for a microphone, and a better one can only be acquired later in time.
You make it simple to learn. I ordered one and it is supposed to get here Saturday (2 days from now). I will be checking often to learn more. I am a 70+ year old songwriter and i plan to use it to help me get a better feel of how a song sounds and looks on video, Thank you for this wonderful and educational video. I am now a subscriber.
This is the most underrated camera for MUSICIANS " I've have no regrets purchasing this product and it's the best thing on the market for performing MUSICIANS!!!! Awesome video btw keep up the great work!!!🎸🎶🎵🎶📹👍
Just got mine in the mail today off ebay dec 27 2023! Last one I had was the q3 hd and still have since the day it came out in 2010. Never knew this version existed or the 4k..excited to try this out and all the features!! Awesome review!
This is like my dream come true. I didn't know this existed. I cannot wait to create some quality instructional videos for my music students. This was a clear informative review thanks!!!
So....Very well done video, except for one crucial thing -- the matter of _BATTERY LIFE!_ This is the second video I've seen on the Q8 that somehow failed to mention the battery life, which leads me to contend that the Zoom Q8, while ideal, may NOT be the best all-in-one option after all.
If you have no knowledge of recording things, it will be complicated. We ordered a Sub zero Vocalist bundle from Gears 4 music. It was so complicated, and we had no clue to use. The camera sounds amazing.
This is exactly what I needed to see! My daughter is a singer in her school choir and I can't get great video/audio of her performances either on stage or in her bedroom that do her justice! I need a new video camera and this is my new purchase before the new school year! THANK YOU FOR YOUR AMAZING REVIEW!
Thank you for your comment, Shasta! We're so happy the video was helpful to you. Enjoy every moment of your daughter's performances - we know you'll treasure the videos of them!
This is a terrific video! It is so practical and gathers up so many concepts together in one convenient presentation. Thanks so much for putting it out!
Zoom Audio just announced a new model - the Zoom Q8n4k and we were given access to it! You can watch that video here - th-cam.com/video/zElFfxJjrYk/w-d-xo.html The new Zoom Q8n4k will be the same price as the previous Q8 and offers all the same amazing audio features and adds 4k video! All the points we talk about in this video regarding value for audio still apply to both the Q8 and the new Zoom Q8n4k. Zoom will soon only be offering the Q8n4k as the new and flagship model.
Man I been looking at this camera since it came out and this is the best review of it…. May pull the trigger on it… very useful for what my media needs!
There's a new one that just came out - we released a video today. Please check it out and see if it would work better for your needs: th-cam.com/video/zElFfxJjrYk/w-d-xo.html
I still have 2 oldies Zoom Q3, but still usable as 2 stereo mics. Thank you for I should say the best "product specialist" explanation from our needs to know as customers. Cheers!
Very Impressive. Can you hook this up to your computer while filming yourself, so you can see yourself while recording? I hope to make some tutorials that aren't too Shakey or Shabby or have a lot of background noise. Thanks, jack
Great video mate. How can classical or flamenco guitarists use this? The mic position is so important when it comes to recording acoustic guitar sounds. The mics should have been detachable with the ability to place it closer to the guitar......Did they think this through?
There we go! A video with answers to questions I think a lot of people (especially musicians etc) might have AFTER checking this cam/mic out on the internet themselves. Covers a lot more than what I was able to find through a quick search! I was looking for a way to record my in ear monitor mix with talkback mic. Thought about using iRig, GoPro, my phone or a combo, but just couldn't figure out a simple way. This is the long awated solution I was hoping for! Thanks!
Thank you for the video I was looking for a way to do live while playing on Sunday (I play drums) my phone has been good but even with a small mixer the signal can be very hot at times. I will give this a try.
I am a drummer. I would have liked to have seen a play back when you played the drums. My little video camera can't handle the sound of drums when I try to record. Regards, Graeme from Brisbane Australia.👍🥁
Hi guys, all right? I've been researching this camera that covers all the features and this is very good. I need to record some lessons to create my course. I realize that the image does not seem to be her strength, contrary to the audio. Who used it to create videos, managed to correct it well in post editing? Thanks for the construction
This looks like a whole lot of fun and a real time saver. Good Product Overview. One item I think Zoom should include is some sort of remote connectivity, to Start/Stop Recording.
Hi Frank, thanks for watching! They Do include one option which is the ECM-6 which allows you have the built in mics extended away from your recorder. Hope that helps! www.jwpepper.com/ECM-6-Extension-Cable-for-H5%2C-H6%2C-F8-and-Q8/11342005.item#.YdRu4y-B0iw
What size memory card do you recommend for this ? To Be able to capture about 20 minutes of recording ? Also what’s the best setting to capture a band Ina. Rehearsal room ? Thanks
Hi, good video :-). Just a note though, I'm fairly certain Zoom say you can't use the XLR capsule with the Q8 so your maximum XLR inputs on the Q8 will always be 2.
Hi Finbar, thank you for your comment. We checked with Zoom and they verified that the EXH6 can be used with the Q8 - just be sure to remove it before closing up the camera.
Great review. Very balanced and informative. Small point I disagree on-some dSLRs do have dedicated sound inputs but from my experience don't offer great quality, so to match it to the video quality, you should really go separate which means extra gear and expense!
I’m considering buying this camera. What I want to do is run outs from my Mackie mixer into the two XLR inputs on the Zoom. The Mackie is micing my full drumset. Can the camera support this, or will it clip out? Thanks
Thanks. I'm a student looking for a camera to record my classes and concert. My teachers using their smartphones to live stream make terrible videos because they are restricted to portrait mode and the resulting video & audio is out of sync.
Great video! Thanks so much for the content. Do you recommend this solution for high school musicians looking to make recordings for important auditions, such as for all-state or college, or would a higher-end solution be more appropriate?
Hi Dave, thanks for the comment! We do feel this is a good solution for important auditions; in fact, a Pepper employee has recently used this camera successfully for her child's All-State auditions. The good thing about this setup is that for the piano you use the stereo XY mic but for vocals (or in that particular case, a bass clarinet) you can use a separate microphone, like a Shure SM57 or Shure SM58. It’s important that you’re getting very good audio quality straight out of the camera, since generally All-State requirements specify no editing. You can’t equal the Q8's audio quality straight out of a camera without spending over $6,000, so this video recorder provides great value for the cost. We're glad you found the video helpful, and please let us know if you have any other questions.
Id argue you shouldn't get this simply because the camera has a good mic on it. I record drum covers, i record video with my phone, and have a drum mic setup. I just sync it in post. Maybe other acoustic instruments might be ok with this, but i wouldn't recommend it. Invest instead in mics to record music, even budget ones, and sync in post.
Thanks for the great video. I want to buy this camera for a music performance exam that im taking soon. Do you know if the camera will record for approx 40 mins using all microphones including the extra XLR mics and give me just the one file as a finished the product? I read another comment on TH-cam and the guy said the camera gave him a few files as the finished product as his video was longer. the exam im taking is very strict about this issue... they will not accept the recording if its been edited using software etc ... i basically just need a 40 minute recording in 480 p (or as low quality video as possible as the file size cant be bigger the 1GB) Thanks for the help
I'm trying to find a camera that records for singing and I need to be able to share straight from the camera. Any advice. I am so lost as to what I need. I'd like to have it all in one.
Wonderful video, I have a question though. I want to record a live DJ set. Will I be able to hook up an analog Audio mixer output rca stereo to this Cam?
Thank you - we're glad you liked the video! You can come off the board from the DJ but you will need to go into the mixer of the Q8 (on screen) and set input level to -20db or lower for line level input.
hi! very informative video thanx! we need a video cam to record in my studio - we do need up to 2 hrs recording time, (how much time is available on the sd cards?) also- the stereo inputs on the back of the Q8? can i take a phono (stereo out) from my amp or mixer straight into those inputs? obviously i will need 2 leads with phono plugs and XLR on the other ends? thanx!
Glad you found it useful! We're pretty sure the camera can take up to 128GB cards, or even 256GB. The record mode (480, 720, 1080, 2K) will detemine how much time you get on the card. You can definitely get 2 hours of non-stop recording in 2K with a 128GB card. As for the inputs, you can go from a stereo out to the XLR combo port; it's a combo port so it takes either XLR (3 prong) or 1/4" (TRS) lines. So you could go from the stereo out of your phono (1/4" to the 1/4" combo of the Q8). Hope that helps!
Is there a new version of the Q8 coming out in 2022? I recently noticed a story about the Zoom Q8 (?) and noticed that the viewer was hidden at the back under the XY mic when it's folded down. I lost track of ther story and can't seem to find any more information. Any news on this?
was curious how you would rate the ZOOM Q2N and Q2N-4K compared to this...for me it would be mainly for the cost reduction of the 150-200 range.....and i understand you lose the XLR/TRS in exchange for a stereo line-in...but are the audio recording qualities the same?..24 bit for audio only?...not sure what the bitrate is for audio+vid...16 bit?
It's possible the Q2N isn't sold anymore, but audio quality is comparable with the Q2N4K. The main difference is losing the XLR line inputs. Thank you for your question!
Hi, does anyone know if this camera is able to produce just one audio file after a recording or are there a few files and it needs a mixer/software etc ... I need to upload a recording for a performance diploma and they will not accept the recording if it's been tampered with. So I was told I need just one MP4 or .Mov file and no tweaking or editing. Thanks
Hi, John, thanks - glad you liked the video! You can use this camera with a gimbal, but you will probably need to add weight to it (like an external battery) since the camera is so light. We are focusing on the audio features of this camera, so adding additional microphones to it will be a challenge with the gimbal.
How do you record four discrete wave files with only two XLR inputs? That adapter you showed allows the two additional mic inputs? And if you record four separate channels, can you still record 4k video simultaneously?
Thanks for your question! When using the built-in XY mic and 2 XLR ports, you have 4 channels of audio, but 2 of them are mixed down to a stereo track (the built-in XY) so you have 3 tracks (WAV files) but 4 channels of audio to work with in the edit. Or, if you use the EXH-6 (like we showed in the video) you can now have 4 Channels and 4 separate tracks. If you choose MOV+WAV, all of these tracks will be recorded (independently of the video in their own WAV files) as well as mixing all of them down to the 4K video file. You can then use the 4 independent tracks to further edit your audio/video. Hope that helps!
I'm very intrigued by this camera.....I want to be able to mic a drumkit and music souce up into a 6 or 12 channel board and take the main outs into this camera to record my drums and what I'm playing to......have you done a video doing this?.....and what kind of program did you use to add reverb and compression to the sound?.......thanks
Hello, thanks for subscribing! If you use the main outs of the board to go to the Q8, you will only get a stereo mixdown of the board, so you won't have isolated tracks like on the board (which you probably know). You can run the main outs from a mixing board into the camera and record stereo audio with video. We use Final Cut Pro to mix the audio, which has the same plugins as Logic Pro (both for Mac).
Great video! Thanks very much! My big question as a blind musician is, of course, the accessibility of the product. 1) Is there an iOS app where I can make settings that transfer to the camera? 2) If there isn't, can I start recording on a pre set setting that a sighted person helps me with? I.e. once a sighted person has helped me to set up my preferred recording setting, will this be saved and be always ready on start-up? 3) Is there a haptic record button that I can press without having to bother wit the touch screen?
Thanks for watching and these are great questions. Zoom Audio has updated this camera to this model - Zoom Q8n4k and offers an app called Q8n Control that is in the iOS App Store. This app needs a physical dongle to plug into the camera to use the Bluetooth. The BTA-1 and we have that here www.jwpepper.com/BTA-1-Bluetooth-Adapter/11401326.item#.YrMNTS-B0iw. This will control recording, playback, stopping and searching forward. There is not an option in the camera or in the app to save preset settings mainly because the audio is usually set using the physical knobs on the camera. There is a physical record button but this does not give haptic feedback you do not have to start recording from the touch screen. Hope this helps! Thanks again!
Hi Kaylia, thank you for the question! You can improve the fisheye but we don't think there is a way to do it in the camera. You can fix this in editing by cropping into the frame - if you record in the 3M(2k setting) when cropping to 1080 you will not lose resolution.
Thank you for the information you provided in your video. This was very helpful. We are musicians and want to use the Q8 to connect to our laptop and record ourselves LIVE on Facebook. Is this possible? Your input would be greatly appreciated.
We're glad you found it helpful! You can live stream with this camera, but we would suggest using the HDMI port rather then USB option since it might give you more quality.
Hi Sudhakar, you can record the Q8 directly into a PC using the USB setting in the camera. You can also use HDMI out and go to a HDMI capture card to the PC. Thanks for your question, and we're glad the video was helpful!
Really great review, thanks a lot!! one question: do you think that camera can handle as well sounds from an amplifier, even with high level of distortion? (Connectic a micro, like a shure 57 would help I guess)
Thank you - we're glad you liked it! If you're asking if it can record a guitar/band (heavy) without any distortion using the built in XY mics, yes, and with a very good results. For miking a guitar amp separately with a Shure SM57, yes, you could do this, but it would only be effective for tracking purposes as the mix with the whole band might be off just miking the guitar. Does that answer your question?
They have a 4k camera but it doesn't have the inputs like this one for audio. They offer a camera called the Q2n4k which shoots in 4k but, again, has limited audio options.
I've had this camera for about 5 years. Complete satisfaction with the recording of drums and video.
Thanks for your comment, Peter!
The video is good. I have been using Q8 intensively for 2 years. A practical, realistic understanding of the issues involved in basic camera selection - ok. But I would mention to those interested that they must not hope that the camera will record a clip on TH-cam. It is good to clarify what exactly I am doing and what I want to do in the foreseeable future. This device only has the shape of a camera and also has its basic function - although it records moving images and appears to be of superior quality, it is different - the Q8 is a high-quality audio recorder with the ability to record what was probably happening in front of the lens, but that that's all. the camera has no Zoom - only digital - its use immediately degrades the impression of superior quality to ordinary FHD. The camera is designed for small rehearsal rooms to capture all the musicians that make up the band from a tripod in the garage.
I'm a singer-songwriter, and when I use greenscreen and want to record a song for TH-cam, I have to do something so that there's really only the green screen behind me - I have to have the camera awfully close. The camera has a fixed, incredibly wide angle of view. More or less, the only option is where to place the camera and then all the songs I record will look exactly the same - I lose the opportunity to experiment, change the angle of the shot, etc. Forget 3K. And above all, forget about automatics - do the work and try different optical modes first - only Concert Low Light seemed the most practical to me.
Considering that I record the sound at home anyway via the sound card to the DAW, the purchase of this camera was probably unnecessary. I was fascinated by the possibility of recording a song in the forest, etc., but when I have the time to devote myself to it, I prefer to work on the safe side and record everything at home - then XLR inputs are indeed a beautiful potential, but an average mirrorless camera would give better results and it would be better with it worked. As the only, cheapest option, yes - for records for internal use. Mirrorless cameras have an input for a microphone, and a better one can only be acquired later in time.
You make it simple to learn. I ordered one and it is supposed to get here Saturday (2 days from now). I will be checking often to learn more. I am a 70+ year old songwriter and i plan to use it to help me get a better feel of how a song sounds and looks on video, Thank you for this wonderful and educational video. I am now a subscriber.
How did it work for you?
@@bikersoncall He didn't make it... it was sold at an estate sale
Thank you so much. This is exactly what I have been looking for and solves my audio and video dilemma for piano and guitar.
Thank you Sir! You done helped me! God Bless you!
One of the best gear reviews I've ever seen. You covered everything anyone would want to learn about this product. You earned a new subscription.
Thank you for your kind words! Glad you found the video helpful.
Yup. 1 more subscriber, too!
This is the most underrated camera for MUSICIANS " I've have no regrets purchasing this product and it's the best thing on the market for performing MUSICIANS!!!! Awesome video btw keep up the great work!!!🎸🎶🎵🎶📹👍
Just got mine in the mail today off ebay dec 27 2023! Last one I had was the q3 hd and still have since the day it came out in 2010. Never knew this version existed or the 4k..excited to try this out and all the features!! Awesome review!
How did/does the Q8 Work/ing out for you?
I need one for live music (pretty loud classic rock)
did either camera record live music
really well?
This is like my dream come true. I didn't know this existed. I cannot wait to create some quality instructional videos for my music students. This was a clear informative review thanks!!!
Thanks for watching! Glad you found something that will help you help your students! Let us know how it goes.
How did it work out for you?
Is it good with higher volume
music, band scenario?
So....Very well done video, except for one crucial thing -- the matter of _BATTERY LIFE!_
This is the second video I've seen on the Q8 that somehow failed to mention the battery life,
which leads me to contend that the Zoom Q8, while ideal, may NOT be the best all-in-one option after all.
If you have no knowledge of recording things, it will be complicated. We ordered a Sub zero Vocalist bundle from Gears 4 music. It was so complicated, and we had no clue to use. The camera sounds amazing.
This is exactly what I needed to see! My daughter is a singer in her school choir and I can't get great video/audio of her performances either on stage or in her bedroom that do her justice! I need a new video camera and this is my new purchase before the new school year! THANK YOU FOR YOUR AMAZING REVIEW!
Thank you for your comment, Shasta! We're so happy the video was helpful to you. Enjoy every moment of your daughter's performances - we know you'll treasure the videos of them!
This is a terrific video! It is so practical and gathers up so many concepts together in one convenient presentation. Thanks so much for putting it out!
Glad you liked it - thank you for your comment, John!
Zoom Audio just announced a new model - the Zoom Q8n4k and we were given access to it! You can watch that video here - th-cam.com/video/zElFfxJjrYk/w-d-xo.html
The new Zoom Q8n4k will be the same price as the previous Q8 and offers all the same amazing audio features and adds 4k video! All the points we talk about in this video regarding value for audio still apply to both the Q8 and the new Zoom Q8n4k. Zoom will soon only be offering the Q8n4k as the new and flagship model.
Yes, a great review. Very helpful. Thanks!
Just ordered mine after watching the video! It appears this is the camera I've been looking for. Great comments on your video as well. Can't wait!
Thanks for watching, Ian. Enjoy the camera!
you answered ALL of my audio questions on this subject. thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Man I been looking at this camera since it came out and this is the best review of it…. May pull the trigger on it… very useful for what my media needs!
There's a new one that just came out - we released a video today. Please check it out and see if it would work better for your needs: th-cam.com/video/zElFfxJjrYk/w-d-xo.html
Thank you!! I can finally teach my students and rehearse and perform with good sound. Will purchase this immediately.
I still have 2 oldies Zoom Q3, but still usable as 2 stereo mics. Thank you for I should say the best "product specialist" explanation from our needs to know as customers. Cheers!
Thanks for watching!
Very Impressive. Can you hook this up to your computer while filming yourself, so you can see yourself while recording? I hope to make some tutorials that aren't too Shakey or Shabby or have a lot of background noise. Thanks, jack
wow, I think this is what I need, I film a lot of interviews and struggle to get good audio while using multiple cameras... thank you.
You're welcome! We're glad it was helpful.
hey thanks! is there a recording time limit in 1080p?
Sensational review and great teacher with this product!!!
Thank you, Williams! We're glad you liked the video.
Great video mate. How can classical or flamenco guitarists use this? The mic position is so important when it comes to recording acoustic guitar sounds. The mics should have been detachable with the ability to place it closer to the guitar......Did they think this through?
Superb... Is it good to record guitar, to capture full view of the player as well as the guitar in his hands ?
Hope I'm understood
Awesome breakdown of this little gem.
There we go! A video with answers to questions I think a lot of people (especially musicians etc) might have AFTER checking this cam/mic out on the internet themselves. Covers a lot more than what I was able to find through a quick search! I was looking for a way to record my in ear monitor mix with talkback mic. Thought about using iRig, GoPro, my phone or a combo, but just couldn't figure out a simple way. This is the long awated solution I was hoping for! Thanks!
Thanks so much for watching! We're glad it was helpful.
Dude the drums and camera sound great! Should've bought it a long time ago. It has all the audio inputs i need. GoPro gots ta go!
This video got a like and a subscribe, great review man thank you for this. Easy decision I'm going with this camera to record my bass and band videos
Thanks so much for this great review. Please keep them coming. Technology can be tricky and I appreciate all the info I can get! Great job!
Glad to hear it was helpful! Thank you for your comment, and be sure to subscribe so you catch all of our videos.
Thank you for the video I was looking for a way to do live while playing on Sunday (I play drums) my phone has been good but even with a small mixer the signal can be very hot at times. I will give this a try.
great video with real world uses, and testimonial - solid!
I am a drummer. I would have liked to have seen a play back when you played the drums. My little video camera can't handle the sound of drums when I try to record.
Regards, Graeme from Brisbane Australia.👍🥁
Thanks for this video...very clear and complete review! As a musician the Q8 is exactly what I need! :)
Awesome work Mate clear and concise !
Thanks for watching, George!
Great video! Thanks very much!
Glad you liked it - thanks for watching!
Thanks for the review, look forward to see more of your videos. GB
Thanks for watching!
Thanks ,just picked one up, now I have to learn how to use ,I did get out of this, about record mode mov + wav .which I didn't know it did 🙂
Thanks for your comment, Mark. Enjoy your new camera!
Hi guys, all right? I've been researching this camera that covers all the features and this is very good. I need to record some lessons to create my course. I realize that the image does not seem to be her strength, contrary to the audio. Who used it to create videos, managed to correct it well in post editing? Thanks for the construction
Outstanding, richly detailed review! The feel of the drum work was awesome as well. Thank you, well done.
Great video! I have been interested in purchasing this camera to make my guitar videos. I am still researching. Thanks very much.
You're welcome! Please let us know if you need more info as you continue your research.
Best review of Q8!!!
Ty. Answers all my questions on this great little product.
Glad it was helpful!
Can this camera be connected to a external mixer?
Phenomenal video duder! Thanks 🤘🙏
Thanks for good review! Thery good device!
Great review! Drumming is solid, as well.
Thank you!
This looks like a whole lot of fun and a real time saver. Good Product Overview. One item I think Zoom should include is some sort of remote connectivity, to Start/Stop Recording.
Hi Frank, thanks for watching! They Do include one option which is the ECM-6 which allows you have the built in mics extended away from your recorder. Hope that helps! www.jwpepper.com/ECM-6-Extension-Cable-for-H5%2C-H6%2C-F8-and-Q8/11342005.item#.YdRu4y-B0iw
Great review. Thanks.
What size memory card do you recommend for this ? To
Be able to capture about 20 minutes of recording ? Also what’s the best setting to capture a band Ina.
Rehearsal room ? Thanks
Hi, good video :-). Just a note though, I'm fairly certain Zoom say you can't use the XLR capsule with the Q8 so your maximum XLR inputs on the Q8 will always be 2.
Hi Finbar, thank you for your comment. We checked with Zoom and they verified that the EXH6 can be used with the Q8 - just be sure to remove it before closing up the camera.
Great review. Very balanced and informative. Small point I disagree on-some dSLRs do have dedicated sound inputs but from my experience don't offer great quality, so to match it to the video quality, you should really go separate which means extra gear and expense!
Thanks for your comment, Chris!
A Great help ... thank you !!!!
Great Overview, definitely will check it out!
Thanks, Dionne! Let us know if you have any questions or need more info.
Actually I would like to speak with a representative about placing an order.
Hi Dionne, please contact us at satisfaction@jwpepper.com or 800-345-6296 and we'll be happy to help you place an order.
I’m considering buying this camera. What I want to do is run outs from my Mackie mixer into the two XLR inputs on the Zoom. The Mackie is micing my full drumset. Can the camera support this, or will it clip out? Thanks
Can i Dj livestream with this cam tiktok etc...
Excellent review - thank you
So is it possible to run just the audio portion to a little ve stream with no camera? Can you send audio in two separate tracks to a DAW?
Hello. Can you use the XLR inputs as line inputs for use with an outboard preamp?
Thanks, excellent informative video; exactly what I wanted to know 🙏✨🎶
Thanks, Simon! We're glad it was helpful.
how good is the video when you zoom in?
I'm going to have to order one.
So these are a more fancy, extra gadgets version of the Q2n? while the Q2n still has a fantastic sound quality
Thanks. I'm a student looking for a camera to record my classes and concert. My teachers using their smartphones to live stream make terrible videos because they are restricted to portrait mode and the resulting video & audio is out of sync.
Great video! Thanks so much for the content. Do you recommend this solution for high school musicians looking to make recordings for important auditions, such as for all-state or college, or would a higher-end solution be more appropriate?
Hi Dave, thanks for the comment! We do feel this is a good solution for important auditions; in fact, a Pepper employee has recently used this camera successfully for her child's All-State auditions. The good thing about this setup is that for the piano you use the stereo XY mic but for vocals (or in that particular case, a bass clarinet) you can use a separate microphone, like a Shure SM57 or Shure SM58. It’s important that you’re getting very good audio quality straight out of the camera, since generally All-State requirements specify no editing. You can’t equal the Q8's audio quality straight out of a camera without spending over $6,000, so this video recorder provides great value for the cost. We're glad you found the video helpful, and please let us know if you have any other questions.
@@jwpepper1876 This is great to know. Thank you so much! Sounds like a great solution for video auditions!
Id argue you shouldn't get this simply because the camera has a good mic on it. I record drum covers, i record video with my phone, and have a drum mic setup. I just sync it in post. Maybe other acoustic instruments might be ok with this, but i wouldn't recommend it. Invest instead in mics to record music, even budget ones, and sync in post.
Have been using the Nokia 1020 for videoing the sound quality is impressive but wanna upgrade
Thanks for the great video. I want to buy this camera for a music performance exam that im taking soon. Do you know if the camera will record for approx 40 mins using all microphones including the extra XLR mics and give me just the one file as a finished the product? I read another comment on TH-cam and the guy said the camera gave him a few files as the finished product as his video was longer. the exam im taking is very strict about this issue... they will not accept the recording if its been edited using software etc ... i basically just need a 40 minute recording in 480 p (or as low quality video as possible as the file size cant be bigger the 1GB) Thanks for the help
I'm trying to find a camera that records for singing and I need to be able to share straight from the camera. Any advice. I am so lost as to what I need. I'd like to have it all in one.
is this the actual jwpepper company’s youtube channel? best choral sheet music on the block jwpepper? if so, love y’all.
It's really us! Thank you so much for your kind words.
Wonderful video, I have a question though. I want to record a live DJ set. Will I be able to hook up an analog Audio mixer output rca stereo to this Cam?
Thank you - we're glad you liked the video! You can come off the board from the DJ but you will need to go into the mixer of the Q8 (on screen) and set input level to -20db or lower for line level input.
Hey thanks for the video. How do you add reverb and effects to the sound?
You're welcome! We use Final Cut Pro which uses Logic Pro X plug-ins. You could use a free program called Audacity or any editing software.
hi! very informative video thanx! we need a video cam to record in my studio - we do need up to 2 hrs recording time, (how much time is available on the sd cards?) also- the stereo inputs on the back of the Q8? can i take a phono (stereo out) from my amp or mixer straight into those inputs? obviously i will need 2 leads with phono plugs and XLR on the other ends? thanx!
Glad you found it useful! We're pretty sure the camera can take up to 128GB cards, or even 256GB. The record mode (480, 720, 1080, 2K) will detemine how much time you get on the card. You can definitely get 2 hours of non-stop recording in 2K with a 128GB card. As for the inputs, you can go from a stereo out to the XLR combo port; it's a combo port so it takes either XLR (3 prong) or 1/4" (TRS) lines. So you could go from the stereo out of your phono (1/4" to the 1/4" combo of the Q8). Hope that helps!
@@jwpepper1876 great! yes thats all i need to know- many thanx!
Is there a new version of the Q8 coming out in 2022? I recently noticed a story about the Zoom Q8 (?) and noticed that the viewer was hidden at the back under the XY mic when it's folded down. I lost track of ther story and can't seem to find any more information. Any news on this?
Hi Gregory, thanks for the question! We're looking into this and should have more info soon.
was curious how you would rate the ZOOM Q2N and Q2N-4K compared to this...for me it would be mainly for the cost reduction of the 150-200 range.....and i understand you lose the XLR/TRS in exchange for a stereo line-in...but are the audio recording qualities the same?..24 bit for audio only?...not sure what the bitrate is for audio+vid...16 bit?
It's possible the Q2N isn't sold anymore, but audio quality is comparable with the Q2N4K. The main difference is losing the XLR line inputs. Thank you for your question!
Hi sir do you think its capable of recording Loud sound like sound system?
Yes, you can record loud sound. You'd need to set the audio levels and position the mics.
Great video. Thanks. Can I use the XLR as audio inputs? As in send a mixer/sampler/keyboard to those inputs? Thanks
Hi Tim, yes, you can send audio signals to the XLR inputs. Does that answer your question?
@@jwpepper1876 yes sir. I appreciate it.
Excellent. Thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Very informative video!
Question: How about using Q8 record Rock Band a rock/metal band?
That would work! You have multiple options to mic the band.
This is a very good question, would it be possible to record a rock band in a high quality audio, connecting the mixer to the Q8’s Xlr inputs?
Is zoom q8 powered (without using the battery) while it is connected via usb to the pc?
Hi Giacomo, yes, it is.
7:41 Which lav mic did you use?
I'm new to this realm of video. How do I get the recording of my band on to our website? what do I need?
You can upload the video to TH-cam and then use the embed code to post to your website. Hope that helps!
Hi, does anyone know if this camera is able to produce just one audio file after a recording or are there a few files and it needs a mixer/software etc ... I need to upload a recording for a performance diploma and they will not accept the recording if it's been tampered with. So I was told I need just one MP4 or .Mov file and no tweaking or editing. Thanks
Awesome video! Do you know if it’s possible to use a gimbal with this device?
Hi, John, thanks - glad you liked the video! You can use this camera with a gimbal, but you will probably need to add weight to it (like an external battery) since the camera is so light. We are focusing on the audio features of this camera, so adding additional microphones to it will be a challenge with the gimbal.
great job!
Thanks!
How do you record four discrete wave files with only two XLR inputs? That adapter you showed allows the two additional mic inputs? And if you record four separate channels, can you still record 4k video simultaneously?
Thanks for your question! When using the built-in XY mic and 2 XLR ports, you have 4 channels of audio, but 2 of them are mixed down to a stereo track (the built-in XY) so you have 3 tracks (WAV files) but 4 channels of audio to work with in the edit. Or, if you use the EXH-6 (like we showed in the video) you can now have 4 Channels and 4 separate tracks. If you choose MOV+WAV, all of these tracks will be recorded (independently of the video in their own WAV files) as well as mixing all of them down to the 4K video file. You can then use the 4 independent tracks to further edit your audio/video. Hope that helps!
Great review, very clear 👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
I'm very intrigued by this camera.....I want to be able to mic a drumkit and music souce up into a 6 or 12 channel board and take the main outs into this camera to record my drums and what I'm playing to......have you done a video doing this?.....and what kind of program did you use to add reverb and compression to the sound?.......thanks
Hello, thanks for subscribing! If you use the main outs of the board to go to the Q8, you will only get a stereo mixdown of the board, so you won't have isolated tracks like on the board (which you probably know). You can run the main outs from a mixing board into the camera and record stereo audio with video. We use Final Cut Pro to mix the audio, which has the same plugins as Logic Pro (both for Mac).
Great video! Thanks very much!
My big question as a blind musician is, of course, the accessibility of the product.
1) Is there an iOS app where I can make settings that transfer to the camera?
2) If there isn't, can I start recording on a pre set setting that a sighted person helps me with? I.e. once a sighted person has helped me to set up my preferred recording setting, will this be saved and be always ready on start-up?
3) Is there a haptic record button that I can press without having to bother wit the touch screen?
Thanks for watching and these are great questions. Zoom Audio has updated this camera to this model - Zoom Q8n4k and offers an app called Q8n Control that is in the iOS App Store. This app needs a physical dongle to plug into the camera to use the Bluetooth. The BTA-1 and we have that here www.jwpepper.com/BTA-1-Bluetooth-Adapter/11401326.item#.YrMNTS-B0iw. This will control recording, playback, stopping and searching forward. There is not an option in the camera or in the app to save preset settings mainly because the audio is usually set using the physical knobs on the camera. There is a physical record button but this does not give haptic feedback you do not have to start recording from the touch screen. Hope this helps! Thanks again!
Thanks for this video. Is there a way to improve the look of the video so it's not giving fisheye view?
Hi Kaylia, thank you for the question! You can improve the fisheye but we don't think there is a way to do it in the camera. You can fix this in editing by cropping into the frame - if you record in the 3M(2k setting) when cropping to 1080 you will not lose resolution.
Those xlr inputs are suitable to connect an electric guitar?
Probably, they look like the combo ports,
should take an XLR or 1/4'' jack in center.
Thank you for the information you provided in your video. This was very helpful. We are musicians and want to use the Q8 to connect to our laptop and record ourselves LIVE on Facebook. Is this possible? Your input would be greatly appreciated.
We're glad you found it helpful! You can live stream with this camera, but we would suggest using the HDMI port rather then USB option since it might give you more quality.
Love the review~
Question: can we use the Q8 as a USB Audio Interface? Just like the Scarlett 2i2 and such... Thanks~
Yes, it will work as an interface. Glad you liked the review, and thank you for the comment/question!
I want to know if this the Q8 can be connected and record directly into the laptop? Thank you your video was very helpful
Hi Sudhakar, you can record the Q8 directly into a PC using the USB setting in the camera. You can also use HDMI out and go to a HDMI capture card to the PC. Thanks for your question, and we're glad the video was helpful!
@@jwpepper1876 thank you your reply was most helpful
That's good to hear. Let us know if you have any other questions.
Really great review, thanks a lot!! one question: do you think that camera can handle as well sounds from an amplifier, even with high level of distortion? (Connectic a micro, like a shure 57 would help I guess)
Thank you - we're glad you liked it! If you're asking if it can record a guitar/band (heavy) without any distortion using the built in XY mics, yes, and with a very good results. For miking a guitar amp separately with a Shure SM57, yes, you could do this, but it would only be effective for tracking purposes as the mix with the whole band might be off just miking the guitar. Does that answer your question?
when are they coming out with the 4k version?
They have a 4k camera but it doesn't have the inputs like this one for audio. They offer a camera called the Q2n4k which shoots in 4k but, again, has limited audio options.
@@jwpepper1876 yes, I know about that one - which was lower Rez and got updated...
This is cool! Can it also be used for livestreaming?
Yes, it can easily be used for livestreaming. Glad you liked the video!
Great thank you really help me to make a decision ... Dilo Tuu..!!!
is your monologue shot with the Q8 or do you use a different camera platform?
The monologue sections and B-roll are shot on the Sony FX3. Thanks for watching!