Zoom XAH-8
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Essential Information About the Zoom XAH-8 Stereo Capsule
Essential Information About the Zoom XAH-8 Stereo Capsule
- Careful stereo recording for clear and well-defined recordings
- Clip-on capsule: quick installation on the compatible recorder
- Rotatable orientation to switch from a tight "XY" stereo to a wider "AB" opening
- Built-in gain control to adjust the level at the recorded source
Manufacturer Information
Zoom
https://www.zoomcorp.com
zoom@sound-service.eu
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Mogar Music France
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A Capsule Designed to Complement the Zoom H8 Ecosystem
The XAH-8 fits into Zoom's modular approach: a dedicated capsule that extends the capabilities of the Zoom H8 without complicating your setup. The goal is simple: to achieve a credible stereo image quickly, with adaptable positioning depending on the sound scene.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
This capsule is aimed at audio creators recording in the field or in light studios: rehearsals, concerts, ambiances, stereo interviews, sound design, or video capture. The choice between XY and AB allows adapting the stereo space to the distance and width of the source, while maintaining immediate handling.
Modular Stereo, from Placement to Input Level
Quick Switch from XY to AB
In XY configuration, you prioritize a more centered image and good mono compatibility. In AB configuration, you widen the scene to enhance breadth and the sense of space, useful for ambiance or ensemble recordings.
Built-in Gain Control
Gain adjustment directly on the capsule facilitates fine-tuning the level before recording, useful when dynamics vary (audience, live music, sound effects).
Technical specifications
| Compatibility | Zoom H8 | Rotating capsules | XY or AB configuration |
| Type | clip-on capsule | Gain control | yes |
| Recording | stereo | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Zoom XAH-8 capsule compatible with the Zoom H8?
This clip-on capsule is designed to complement the Zoom H8 ecosystem.
How to switch from XY to AB with this capsule?
The rotating capsules allow selecting either an XY or AB configuration. The XY setup offers a centered image and good mono compatibility, while AB widens the stereo field.
Is the Zoom XAH-8 suitable for concert recording?
Its built-in gain control facilitates level adjustment during live recordings. The AB setup can enhance the sense of space for a concert atmosphere or musical ensemble.
What stereo image does the XY configuration provide?
In XY, the stereo image remains more centered. This setup is recommended when mono compatibility must be preserved, especially for a focused sound source.
Can the input level be adjusted directly on the capsule?
A gain control is integrated into the capsule, allowing precise level adjustment before recording. This is useful for dynamic variations, such as audience noise or sound effects.
