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Zoom R20 Portable Multitrack Recorder
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An innovative, comprehensive tabletop device designed for the recording, editing, and mixing of music, the Zoom R20 Portable Multitrack Recorder combines a touchscreen interface reminiscent of digital audio workstations, user-friendly color-coded controls, and the capability to handle up to 16 tracks. This allows both solo musicians and full bands to create music and express their creativity independently of a computer. Additionally, should a DAW-centric workflow be required, the R20 can function as an 8x4 USB audio interface compatible with nearly all audio production software.
The R20 functions as a hybrid device, encompassing a recording console, a virtual instrument, and an effects unit. It is equipped with eight preamps, channel strips, drum loops, synthesizer sounds, and various digital processing features, including compression, equalization, gating, and additional effects. The R20 allows for the connection of multiple microphones, an electric guitar, headphones, speakers, and even a MIDI keyboard, establishing it as a versatile central component for any home studio or mobile production setup.
- Equipped with a DAW-inspired touchscreen interface that feels instantly familiar, the R20 helps you focus on being creative by making it exceedingly easy to track, edit, and mix your songs.
- The R20 has the best preamps and lowest noise floor of any multitrack recorder Zoom has ever designed. With six XLR inputs, two combo inputs, and 16 total tracks (record up to eight at a time), the R20 is perfect for singer-songwriters, full bands, and everything in between.
- Navigate and edit with ease, via the R20's 4.3" color LCD touchscreen interface. Drag and drop, pinch, swipe, and more.
- Color-coded faders, gain dials, and touchscreen track regions improve your workflow and ensure that you are always adjusting the correct channel.
- Cut, copy, combine, and loop. The R20's interface provides intuitive editing, so you'll immediately feel at home.
- 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.
- With 30 genres and 150 rhythm patterns and song form variations, the R20 can be a drummer when you need one.
- Plug in a MIDI keyboard via USB Type-C or use the touchscreen to add sonic textures with the R20's 18 built-in synth sounds.
- The R20 can import and playback standard MIDI files, allowing you to import bass lines, melodies, piano parts, and more.
- The R20 records directly to SDHC or SDXC cards up to 1TB, giving you plenty of space to track your next song or album.
- The R20 has a 1/4" headphone jack for monitoring while recording and dedicated 1/4" line outputs for mixing on your favorite monitors.
- Use the Zoom BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter (available separately) to control the R20 wirelessly from an iOS device running the R20 Control App.
- Through VoiceOver and VoiceOver Gestures via the R20 Control App (available in 2022), the R20 allows accessibility for the visually impaired.
Attention to Detail
- Hi-Z is available on input 1 for electric guitar and bass
- 48V phantom power is available on inputs 5-8, switchable on pairs of channels
- The locking power adapter ensures security against accidental unplugging
- Access a fully adjustable click track at the press of a button
- Record audio in up to 24-bit / 44.1 kHz resolution in BWF-compliant WAV format
- The R20 also functions as an 8-input / 4-output USB Type-C audio interface
General |
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Form Factor | Desktop |
Number of Tracks | WAV: 8 |
Maximum Simultaneous Tracks | 8x Recording / 16x Playback (at 44.1 kHz) |
Display | 4.3" Color LCD Touchscreen |
Maximum Sampling Rate | 44.1 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Microphone Inputs | 8 |
Built-In Microphone | No |
Input Level Adjustment | 8x Knob |
Number of Headphone Mixes | 1x Master |
Sample Pads | No |
Signal Processing |
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Pad | No |
Gain/Trim Range | +6 to +50 dB |
High-Pass Filter | No |
EQ | Input Channels: 3-Band EQ |
EQ Parameters | High: ±12 dB at 10 kHz Mid: ±12 dB at 2.5 kHz Low: ±12 dB at 100 Hz |
Dynamic Processing | Input Channels: Compressor, Limiter, Gate |
Built-In Effects | Distortion Auto-Wah Chorus Chorus+Reverb ADT Delay Reverb |
Connectivity |
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Analog Audio I/O | 1x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 1x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input 6x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line Input 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off (on 4 Channels) |
Digital Audio I/O | No |
Host Connection | 1x USB-C |
Host Connection Protocol | USB 2.0 |
USB (Non-Host) | 1x USB-A (Remote) |
Sync I/O | No |
Network I/O | No |
MIDI I/O | No |
Wireless | Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter |
Performance |
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Frequency Response | Mic, Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz -1 dB |
Maximum Input Level | Mic/Line Inputs: +4 dBu for 0 dBFS |
Maximum Output Level | Line Outputs: +14 dBu |
Headphone Output Power | 20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
Impedance | XLR Mic Inputs: 3.9 Kilohms 1/4" Line Inputs: 5.3 Kilohms Line Outputs: 200 Ohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Headphone Outputs: 33 Ohms |
EIN | Mic Inputs: ≤ -121 dBu A-Weighted (150-Ohm Source, +40 dB Gain) |
Digital Audio |
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Audio File Formats | BWF |
Sample Rates | 44.1 kHz (BWF) |
Bit Depths | 16 / 24-Bit |
Sync Sources | Internal |
Audio Storage & Playback |
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Supported Media | SDHC Card, SDXC Card |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Supported Media Capacity | SDHC: 4 GB Minimum to 32 GB Maximum SDXC: 64 GB Minimum to 1 TB Maximum |
Compatibility |
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OS Compatibility | macOS / Windows |
Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad |
Required Hardware | Available USB-A Port |
Power |
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Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
AC Input Power | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 VDC at 2 A, Center-Positive (Included) |
Power Consumption | 11 W (Maximum) |
Physical |
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Dimensions | 14.9 x 8.1 x 2.3" / 37.8 x 20.6 x 5.8 cm |
Weight | 2.9 lb / 1.3 kg |






