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- Digital recorder with 16-track playback and 8-track simultaneous recording utilizing Secure Digital (SD) memory
- 16/24-bit/44.1kHz linear PCM recording in WAV format
- Built-in stereo condenser microphones
- Includes 1GB SD card and supports cards up to 32GB SDHC
- Allows simultaneous recording on up to 8 tracks
Product Description
The Zoom R16 Multitrack SD Recorder Controller and Interface lets you bring your recording studio to the music! Zoom has revolutionized digital recording again with the first digital recorder with 16-track playback and 8-track simultaneous recording that utilizes Secure Digital (SD) memory. The new R16 recorder is three production tools in one incredibly versatile device. It’s a digital multi-track recorder, an audio interface and a control surface, providing you w… More >>
February 27, 2010 at 11:50 am
On paper this multitrack recorder seems like it has a lot going for it. 8 inputs for recording, 16 tracks to record on, you can use it as an interface with your computer or as a stand alone machine, and the price is real nice. Well, it sounded like a good idea to buy it, however…….I have a MacOS X version 10.6.2 and I had problems right from the beginning with it’s software. The Cubase LE4 software wouldn’t complete its installations (after many attempts) until I downloaded an update on the installer. Well, after spending a great deal of time to get this software loaded, I then breathed a sigh of relief as I put in the disc to load the drivers onto my computer. But no, this was not to be, because I received this message after trying to install the drivers….”This system cannot use this software. ZOOM R16 requires Mac OS X version 10.4.11 or newer, 10.5.4 or newer”. Huh, isn’t mine newer..go figure! Repeated attempts to find an update driver proved futile. Enough is enough, I’m returning this and spending a little more money to get a Tascam. I wish I could get back the hours of my life just trying to get the software loaded for the Zoom R16…what a waste.
Rating: 1 / 5
February 27, 2010 at 12:59 pm
wow. i am amazed. sounds good, easy to use, and for this price? built in chromatic tuner, metronome, effects galore, record them wet, or just monitor them dry.. slave another one and you have 32 tracks… simple, intuitive, makes me actually want to record again! thanks Samson! bravo! (i bought two)
Rating: 5 / 5
February 27, 2010 at 2:48 pm
It came the day before a gig, I had no time to test it. My wife (not a tech person) took it to the FOH near the mixer and monitored the gain to prevent clipping. Recorded 1 and 1/2 hours using the built in Mics. Of course it picked up all the crowd chatter and applause a bit overwhelmingly, but recorded the show with absolute clarity.
I have just recieved word from Zoom that 64 bit drivers for windows 7 will be out early this year (2010) so I look forward to using it with my laptop.
Rating: 5 / 5