Zoom LIVETRACK L-8
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The essentials to know about the Zoom LiveTrak L-8 mixer
The essentials to know about the Zoom LiveTrak L-8 mixer
- 8-channel console with multitrack recording of up to 12 tracks and a 12-in/4-out USB audio interface.
- 6 assignable sound pads for jingles, intros, outros and effects, ready for broadcast at the press of a button.
- Simplified remote interviews via a TRRS phone input with Mix-Minus function and a USB connection for software calls.
- Individual monitoring via 4 headphone outputs and 3 dedicated monitor mixes, all in a portable format powered by batteries or a USB battery.
Manufacturer Information
Zoom
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zoom@sound-service.eu
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The Essentials to Know About the Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Mixer
- 8-channel console with multitrack recording up to 12 tracks and USB audio interface with 12 inputs / 4 outputs.
- 6 assignable sound pads for jingles, intros, outros, and effects, ready on air with one press.
- Simplified remote interviews via TRRS phone input with Mix-Minus function and USB connection for software calls.
- Individual monitoring thanks to 4 headphone outputs and 3 dedicated control mixes, all in a portable battery or USB-powered format.
A LiveTrak Successor Designed for Podcasting and Live Performance
Designed in the lineage of Zoom's LiveTrak solutions, the L-8 combines a mixing console, multitrack recorder, and audio interface in a single compact device. It offers the flexibility of a mobile studio and the reliability expected for both "on air" productions and musical performances.
For Podcasters, Mobile Musicians, and Content Creators
The LiveTrak L-8 is aimed at podcast teams, streamers, radio journalists, and acoustic bands. It allows recording each participant on their own track for precise mixing later, while ensuring clear monitoring for everyone.
Technical specifications
| Type | digital Compact (Integrated Mixing Engine) | Rackable | No |
| USB stereo recording / playback | Yes | Headphone output | Jack 6.35, Yes |
| Number of faders | 9 | ||
| Number of mixer channels | 8. | Multitrack recording | up to 12 tracks on an SD card or computer (USB), at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz. |
| Channels 7â8 | line level via 6.35 mm jack. | Simultaneous recording | to an SD card and computer, at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz. |
| Stereo playback connectivity | USB port and 3.5 mm TRRS mini-jack (phone). | USB audio interface | integrated, with 12 inputs and 4 outputs. |
| Headphone outputs | 4 stereo 6.35 mm jacks, for the main mix and 3 monitor mixes. | USB port | 2.0. |
| Per channel | 3-band equalizer, high-pass filter, pan control, effects circuit. | Standalone power | can operate on batteries (4x AA) or a USB battery. |
| Effects section | 8 programs. | Dimensions (W x D x H) | 282 x 268 x 74 mm. |
| Sound pads | 6, assignable to jingles, intros, outros and effects. | Weight | 1.56 kg. |
| Scene memories | 7 for mixes. | System requirements | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later. |
| Phantom power | +48 V, switchable. | Included | 3.5 mm TRRS cable, USB cable and AD-17 power supply. |
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Customer reviews
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Very happy to have found, with the advice of an advisor on the phone, the product I was looking for to replace the sound card and my mixer. The sound quality is great. The use, which was so new for me at the beginning, is child's play once the tool is in hand.
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The table is very easy to use, however I only give two stars for the value for money and quality because I have encountered some problems with this model.
What I liked anyway:
- the nomadic side
- ease of use
What I don't like:
- The output sound is not perfect, it seems that there is a compression on the master (while no adjustment is possible in this sense)
- the gain of the separate tracks in the recorder is quite low... which is not really a problem but hey...
- Questioning: Livetrak arrived with a firmware version 1.23 and the latest firmware version on their site is version 1.12... what about version monitoring...
The bugs encountered:
- first concert: the table goes out without warning after 20 min, ditto in rehearsal, second concert it goes out after 1h45 and as a result I lost the multitrack recording of this concert
- the effects are a bit cheap but good, considering the price of the table it's not surprising either.
- after navigating between the parameters of the table, I sometimes have no sound left and I have to lower and raise the fader to get more signal in the inputs concerned...
Just in case, I downgraded the factory firmware with the one on the site but that did not solve the problem.
Important to note: Zoom support is hyperresponsive, even on Sundays they respond to emails in a few hours. Unfortunately they could not help me and advised me to return the product
Maybe I just fell in trouble, but when in doubt, I'll look for another model... At my request, Woodbrass initiated the return procedure.Automatically translated
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User error for me
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A compressor is missing
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Questions frequently asked
How many microphones can be connected to the LiveTrak L-8?
Channels 1 to 6 feature combo XLR/6.35 mm jack inputs for microphone signals. Channels 1 and 2 also accept instrument and line levels.
Does the Zoom LiveTrak L-8 provide headphone monitoring for multiple participants?
Up to four headphone outputs allow individual monitoring for the host and guests.
Is it possible to record a multitrack podcast directly to an SD card?
Direct recording to SD card is available up to 24-bit / 96 kHz. Each participant can be recorded on their own track for easier post-mixing. Simultaneous use on SD and computer is supported up to 24-bit / 48 kHz.
How can a phone be connected to the LiveTrak L-8?
Using the included 3.5 mm TRRS cable, a phone can be connected to the dedicated mini-jack input. The Mix-Minus function automatically prevents audio feedback to the caller.
What controls are available on the mixing channels?
Each channel includes a 3-band EQ, a high-pass filter, and a pan control. An effects send is also available per channel.
