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  • Page 1 Operation Manual © ZOOM Corporation Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.

  • Page 2: Usage And Safety Precautions

    Also make sure to disconnect all cables and the AC adapter before moving the HD8/ HD16. • Volume Do not use the HD8/HD16 at a loud volume for a long time since this can cause hearing impairment. Caution • CD-R/RW Drive...

  • Page 3: Usage Precautions

    • Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the HD8/HD16. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or damage the surface.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    HD8 Top Panel ......12 HD16 Top Panel ......13 HD8/HD16 Rear Panel .
  • Page 5 Reference [Mixer] ......76 About the mixer of the HD8/HD16 ....76 Assigning input signals to recording tracks .
  • Page 6 Phrases ....... . . 206 HD8/HD16 Hard Disk Contents ....208 MIDI implementation chart .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    ■ Recorder section with plenty of tracks The HD8 provides 8 audio tracks (mono x 6, stereo x 1), and the HD16 has 16 audio tracks (mono x 8, stereo x 4). Because each track has ten virtual tracks (V-takes), you can record multiple takes for important parts such as vocals or guitar solos and select the best take later.
  • Page 8 ■ USB port as standard equipment The HD8/HD16 can be directly connected to a computer via the USB port. This lets you not only send and receive MIDI information, it also allows having the HD8/HD16 recognized as external storage by the computer, for easy transfer of audio files.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know The Hd8/Hd16

    Getting to Know the HD8/HD16 The HD8/HD16 is internally divided into the following five sections. ● Recorder Records and plays back audio signals. ● Rhythm section Uses the internal drum/bass sound source to play rhythms. ● Mixer Mixes the signals from the recorder and the drum/bass sound source into a stereo signal, for output via the output jacks and for mixdown on dedicated master tracks.

  • Page 10: Recorder

    The recorder section of the HD16 has sixteen audio tracks: eight mono tracks and four stereo tracks. Up to eight tracks can be recorded simultaneously and up to sixteen tracks can be played back simultaneously.

  • Page 11: Mixer

    MASTER OUT and DIGITAL OUT connectors. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Effects The HD8/HD16 provides two types of effects: insert effect and send/return effect. These effects which can be used simultaneously have the characteristics described below. Insert effect...

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    (5) Control section (4) Fader section (7) Function/transport section [+48V] switch [REC LEVEL] control [CLIP] indicator Parameter select indicators (6) Pad section HD8 (2) Output section MASTER OUT jacks [PHONES] controls 1, 2 PHONES jacks 1, 2 Display ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 13: Hd16 Top Panel

    HD16 Top Panel (1) Input section (3) Meter/display section HD16 (1) Input section INPUT jacks 1 – 8 [Hi-Z] switches 1 – 2 [ON/OFF] keys [PEAK] indicators 1 – 8 [GAIN] controls 1 – 8 HD16 (3) Meter/display section Level meters (1 – 8, 9/10 – 15/16, [RHYTHM], [MASTER])

  • Page 14: Hd8/Hd16 Rear Panel

    Names of Parts HD8 (4) Fader section Faders (1 – 6, 7/8, [RHYTHM], [MASTER]) Status keys (1 – 6, 7/8, [RHYTHM], [MASTER]) HD8/HD16 (5) Control section [TRACK PARAMETER] key [PROJECT/UTILITY] key [NEW PROJECT] key [SCENE] key [BOUNCE] key [CLEAR] key...

  • Page 15: Hd8/Hd16 Right Side Panel

    HD16 (4) Fader section Status keys (1 – 8, 9/10 – 15/16, [RHYTHM], [MASTER]) HD8/HD16 (7) Function/transport section [SELECT] key [ENTER] key Cursor keys ZERO [ PLAY [ STOP [ HD8/HD16 Right Side Panel ZOOM HD8/HD16 Parameter knobs Faders (1 – 8, 9/10 – 15/16, [RHYTHM], [MASTER])

  • Page 16: Connections

    INPUT jack and set the respective [Hi-Z] switch to On (engaged). On the HD8, the INPUT jack 1 is high- impedance compatible. On the HD16, INPUT jacks 1 and 2 are high-impedance compatible. When connecting stereo output devices such...
  • Page 17 HD8/HD16 and the other device. If a computer is connected via the MIDI IN/OUT connectors or the USB port, the HD8/HD16 can be used as a control surface for DAW software. Loop the cable of the AC adapter around the hook as shown in the diagram before connecting it to the DC 12V jack.

  • Page 18: Installing The Cd-R/Rw Drive

    Installing the CD-R/RW Drive To install the separately available CD-R/RW drive into a HD8/HD16 model without preinstalled CD-R/RW drive, proceed as follows. Before installing the drive, make sure that all cables and the AC adapter are disconnected. CD-R/RW drive bay...
  • Page 19 • Use only the dedicated CD-R/RW drive CD-02(made by ZOOM Corporation) or our recommendation drive (For details our recommendation drive, see our website : http://www.zoom.co.jp) • ZOOM Corporation will not accept any responsibility for damage or third-party claims arising from using any other drive. Installing the CD-R/RW Drive...

  • Page 20: Power On/Off

    This section explains the procedure for turning the HD8/HD16 on and off. Turning power on Make sure that the HD8/HD16 and peripheral equipment is turned off. Make sure that AC adapter, instrument, and monitor system (or headphones) are correctly connected to the HD8/HD16. (For information on connections, refer to page 16, 17.)

  • Page 21: Listening To A Demo Song

    Listening to a Demo Song When shipped from the factory, the internal hard disk of the HD8/HD16 contains a demo song. To listen to it, proceed as follows. Selecting the demo song On the HD8/HD16, song data are managed in units called “projects”.

  • Page 22: Let's Record

    This section demonstrates the basic recording procedure of the HD8/HD16. As an example, it explains how to record a guitar connected to INPUT jack 1 on track 1. Press the [NEW PROJECT] key in the control section and then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 23: Quick Tour

    Now let’s use your HD8/HD16 to do some serious recording. Connect an instrument or microphone and follow the instructions below to get a feel for what the unit can do. This Quick Tour describes the five steps that cover the entire process of recording tracks and completing a song.

  • Page 24: Selecting The Rhythm Pattern To Use

    • When selecting a different project or creating a new project, the project you were working on up to that point is automatically saved. • When performing the shutdown procedure for the HD8/HD16 (→ p.20), the last project is automatically saved. 1.2 Selecting the rhythm...

  • Page 25: Step 2: Recording The First Track

    INPUT jack and set the respective [Hi-Z] switch to On (engaged). On the HD8, the INPUT jack 1 is high-impedance compatible. On the HD16, INPUT jacks 1 and 2 are high- impedance compatible. [Hi-Z] switch [Hi-Z] switches ] key.

  • Page 26: 2.2 Applying The Insert Effect

    • When the [+48V] switch of the HD8 is set to On, phantom power is supplied to both INPUT 1 and 2. • << only>> When on of the [+48V] switches of the HD16 is set to On, phantom power is supplied to the respective INPUT only.
  • Page 27 Patch number Patch name A combination of effect modules that can be used simultaneously is called an “algorithm”. The insert effect of the HD8/HD16 has 8 << 9>> different algorithms for different applications. Patches can be saved individually. NOTE If pad 4 (INSERT EFFECT) does not light although the [SHIFT] key is pressed, the insert effect is set to the bypass (off) condition (“Off”...

  • Page 28: Selecting A Track And Recording

    You can also record 8 tracks simultaneously ] key and press the ] key. ] key and PLAY [ ] key light up, ] key. ] key to return to the beginning of ZOOM HD8/HD16 ] key ] key.

  • Page 29: Step 3: Overdubbing

    • By switching to another V-take for the track, you can record again on the track without erasing the current recording (→ p. 61). ZOOM HD8/HD16 FF [Y] key Moves the current position forward in 1-second steps. Movement speed can be increased by holding down the FF [Y] key and pressing the REW [T] key.

  • Page 30: Step 4: Mixing

    The [SELECT] key allows you to select main track parameters. The parameter can then be adjusted with one of the parameter knobs. The first time you press the [SELECT] key, the most recently adjusted track parameter appears on the display. ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 31 Parameters marked with (*) can be switched on and off. The currently selected track parameter is shown by the lit parameter select indicator to the left of the display. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Parameter select indicators Turn the parameter knob for the track whose parameter value you want to adjust.

  • Page 32: Applying The Send/Return Effect

    The track signals sent to the internal mixer can be processed by an effect that is connected internally to the send/return loop of the mixer. (This is called a send/return effect.) The HD8/HD16 incorporates two kinds of send/return effects (chorus/delay and reverb).

  • Page 33: Applying The Insert Effect To A Track

    Use the cursor up/down keys to select the algorithm for the insert effect. << only>> With the HD16, the number and combination of tracks for insertion changes as follows. If necessary, repeat steps 1 – 3 to select the insert target tracks again.

  • Page 34: Step 5: Mixdown

    There are two ways of doing this: use the MASTER OUT connectors and record the song on an external recorder, or use the internal master track of the HD8/HD16 to record. The master track is a dedicated pair of stereo tracks that is separate from the normal audio tracks.

  • Page 35: Mixdown On The Master Track

    PLAY [ The master track is played back. To stop playback, press the STOP [P] key. To return the HD8/HD16 to normal operation, repeatedly press the [MASTER] status key until it is out. Muting of other tracks is canceled, and the status keys revert to the original condition.

  • Page 36: Reference [Recorder]

    V-take. The illustration shows the track configuration of the HD8 and HD16. V-takes selected for tracks 1 – 8 and master track V-takes...
  • Page 37 Press the [EDIT] key. The cursor (flashing box) appears on the first character of the V-take name. This indicates that you can change the V-take name. ZOOM HD8/HD16 V-Take Name V-Take Name ±TR 1- 1 TR 1- 1...
  • Page 38 If the contents of a V-take are erased, the name reverts to “No Data”. Case indication V-Take Name V-Take Name ± V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name V-Take Name BASS BASS ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 39: Moving To A Desired Point In The Song (Locate Function)

    [R] key starts playback from that point. HINT If you have set marks using the marker function ( can use the locate function to move among the marks. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Playing back the same passage repeatedly (A-B repeat function) A-B repeat is a function that repeatedly plays back a desired section of the song.

  • Page 40: Finding A Desired Location (Scrub/Preview Function)

    Reference [Recorder] Finding a desired location (scrub/preview function) The HD8/HD16 provides a “scrub” function that lets you search for a desired location while repeatedly playing a short section before or after the current point. This is convenient to accurately find the point at which a specific sound starts or stops.

  • Page 41: Re-Recording Only A Specified Region (Punch-In/Out Function)

    • To use a foot switch for punch-in/out, connect the separately available ZOOM FS-01 to the CONTROL IN jack on the rear panel. • In the default condition of the HD8/HD16, the foot switch is set to control recorder playback/stop. To use the foot switch to punch-in/ out, you must first change the foot switch setting (→...

  • Page 42: Recording Several Tracks On A Master Track (Mixdown Function)

    MASTER OUTPUT jacks) is sent to the master track. The HD8/HD16 offers one master track for each project. Similar to the regular tracks, the master track also has ten virtual tracks (V-takes). This allows you to record different mixes on several V-takes and select the optimum take later.

  • Page 43: Master Track Mixdown Steps

    ] key to return to the beginning of the song, and then press the PLAY [ ] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Playback of the master track starts. You can use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the playback volume. To stop recorder playback, press the STOP ] key.

  • Page 44: Combining Multiple Tracks On One Or Two Tracks (Bounce Function)

    “BOUNCE” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “REC TAKE” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The current setting is shown. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 45: Executing Bounce Recording

    Recording the drum/bass track sound on an audio track (rhythm recording) The HD8/HD16 allows you to record the drum track or bass track sound of the rhythm section onto any audio track. This function is called “rhythm recording”. By recording a rhythm...

  • Page 46: Recording

    When the status key is out or lit in green, the signal from the respective input is not recorded and sent directly to a point immediately before the [MASTER] fader. The insert and send/return effects are available also in 8-track recording mode. .>> ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 47: Assigning An Input Signal To A Track

    When 8 x COMP EQ is selected as algorithm for the insert effect, all channels can be processed by the effect. Otherwise, two selected channels can be effect-processed. ZOOM HD8/HD16 While the instruments are played, use the [REC LEVEL] control to adjust the recording level.

  • Page 48: Locating A Mark

    The selected mark will be deleted, and subsequent marks will be renumbered. NOTE • A deleted mark cannot be recovered. • It is not possible to delete mark number “00” located at the beginning of the song. ] or [ ] key in the control Current location ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 49: Making Settings For Pre-Count Operation

    “VOLUME” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16 The current pre-count volume is shown. Pre-count volume Turn the dial to set the volume (0 – 15).

  • Page 50: Reference [Track Editing]

    On this screen, V-takes that are not currently selected can also be selected for editing. When track 8 of the HD8 or track 16 of the HD16 is selected, pressing the cursor right key selects tracks in odd-numbered/even-numbered pairs (1/2, 5/6 etc.) or the master track (“Master”...

  • Page 51: Copying A Specified Range Of Data

    The display for specifying the copy start point appears. The range start point can be specified minutes/seconds/ milliseconds, or in measures/beats/ticks. You can also specify the point using markers ( cursor up/down keys to switch units. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Start 000:00:000 Start 000:00:000 Start 001-01-00 Start 001-01-00 Start Start Ó00 00...

  • Page 52: Moving A Specified Range Of Data

    51.) Start 000:00:000 Start 000:00:000 Use the cursor left/right keys to move the flashing section of the counter, and turn the dial to specify the erase start point. Press the [ENTER] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 53: Trimming A Specified Range Of Data

    flashing section of the counter, and turn the dial to specify the trimming start point. All data before the point specified here will be erased. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Track Editing] Press the [ENTER] key. The second line of the display now lets you specify the trimming end point.

  • Page 54: Reversing A Specified Range Of Audio Data

    When the reverse operation is completed, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. 001:18:000 001:18:000 ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 55: Changing The Duration Of An Entire Track

    In the default condition, the current tempo of the rhythm section is shown. Use the cursor left/right keys to select the ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Track Editing] unit for making the time stretch/compress setting.
  • Page 56 The display indication changes as follows. At this screen, you can specify the start point in minutes/seconds/milliseconds, measures/beats/ticks, or by using marks. (To return to the previous screen, press the cursor up key.) Time Start 000:00:000 Start 000:00:000 Ó00 001-01-00 00 001-01-00 Mark Measures/beats/ticks ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 57: Generating Harmony From A Specified Range Of Audio Data

    For example, when G Major → C Major → D Major are programmed in a rhythm song, the following harmony is created. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Source track Source track G Major C Major D Major ] key.
  • Page 58 During recording, you can use the cursor left/right keys to call up and edit the Source level and panning, Chorus 1 – 3 level and panning, and the Feeling parameter. The settings will be reflected in the recorded result. ] keys, ZERO [U] → ] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 59: Generating A 1-Part Harmony From A Specified Range Of Audio Data

    DUO HARMONY command. Select the track/V-take for time stretch/compress, and press the [ENTER] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Track Editing] The indication “Duo Harmony Dst” appears on the first line of the display. In this condition, you can select the target destination for writing the created harmony.
  • Page 60 The editing result is written to the track. When the process is complete, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. → ] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 61: Editing Using V-Takes

    Erase the audio data on a specified track/V-take. • COPY V-TAKE Copy the audio data of a specified track/V-take to another track/V-take. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Track Editing] • MOVE V-TAKE Move the audio data of a specified track/V-take to another track/V-take.

  • Page 62: Copying A V-Take

    V-takes recorded with the 8-track recording function to tracks 9 – 16, to create room for recording more instruments. Refer to steps 1 – 6 of “Basic steps for V-take editing” and bring up the indication “MOVE V- TAKE” on the display. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 63: Exchanging V-Takes

    ■ When importing a WAV/AIFF file from a CD-ROM/ R/RW disc Insert the CD-ROM or CD-R/RW disc with the WAV/AIFF file into the CD-R/RW drive of the HD8/HD16. ■ When importing a WAV/AIFF file from the internal hard disk Copy the WAV/AIFF file from a computer into a folder named “IMPORT”...
  • Page 64 ● Sampling frequency is 44.1 kHz The indication “Import?” appears on the display. If audio data exist at the import destination, the indication “Overwrite?” is shown. When the import operation is performed, these data will be overwritten. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 65: Track Capture And Swap

    44.1 kHz. If resampling was disabled during the import process, a file with a different sampling frequency will play back with a different pitch and tempo. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Track Editing] Track capture and swap You can capture the audio data of any track and temporarily store them on the hard disk.

  • Page 66: Swapping A Track

    HINT By performing the swap operation once more, you can return the track contents to the previous condition. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 67: Reference [Phrase Looping]

    Reference [Phrase Looping] The HD8/HD16 lets you handle part of a recorded track or an audio file on CD-ROM as a phrase that can be loaded and played freely, in a preprogrammed sequence or for a specified number of times. The result can be written to any track/V-take. This function is called “phrase looping”.

  • Page 68: Loading A Phrase

    “Trackxx-yy” (where xx is the track number and yy the V-take number) appears on the second line of the display. In this condition, you can select the import source track and V-take. Use the cursor left/right keys and the status ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 69: Importing A Phrase From A Different Project

    Track6-1 When track 8 is selected with the HD8 or track 16 with the HD16, turning the dial further to the right selects tracks in odd- numbered/even-numbered pairs or the master track. (Pressing two status keys for odd/even-numbered tracks together selects the tracks as two mono tracks.) When a stereo track, two mono...

  • Page 70: Importing A Wav/Aiff File

    “PROJECT” is shown on the second line. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “PHRASE” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The phrase screen appears on the display. Phrase Phrase No.0:REST No.0:REST ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 71: Copying A Phrase

    If you do not intend to match the phrase to a rhythm song, there is no need to set the Measure x and Time Signature parameters. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Phrase Looping] Use the dial and the cursor left/right keys to adjust the setting value.

  • Page 72: Deleting A Phrase

    To carry out the delete process, press the [ENTER] key. The phrase is deleted, and the phrase screen appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 73: Writing A Phrase Loop To A Track

    When creating a phrase loop, the FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) method developed by ZOOM can be used to specify phrase sequence and number of plays. The keys and pads of the pad section are used for FAST input, as described below.

  • Page 74: Writing A Phrase Loop To A Track

    Create Track8-1 Track8-1 When track 8 of the HD8 or track 16 of the HD16 is selected, turning the dial further to the right selects tracks in odd- numbered/even-numbered pairs (1/2, 5/6 etc.) or the master track. (Pressing two status keys for odd/even-numbered tracks together selects the tracks as two mono tracks.) When a stereo...
  • Page 75 When you select this setting, the phrase length is adjusted so that the measures of the rhythm song and the phrase are matched. (Pitch will not change.) ZOOM HD8/HD16 (measure - beat) NOTE • When selecting Adjust Bar or Adjust Bar & Length, verify that the Measure x parameter for each phrase is set to a suitable number of measures.

  • Page 76: Reference [Mixer]

    Reference [Mixer] This section explains the functions and operation of the two mixer types built into the HD8/HD16. About the mixer of the HD8/HD16 The mixer of the HD8/HD16 is divided into two sections: an “input mixer” that processes the input signals from the input jacks, and a “track mixer”...

  • Page 77: Assigning Input Signals To Recording Tracks

    Make sure that the instrument or mic that you want to record is connected to the respective INPUT jack. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Track mixer Track mixer From the main screen, press the [ON/OFF] key of the input to which the instrument or microphone is connected, so that the key is lit in red.
  • Page 78 Recorder Track Recorder Track Recorder Track Track Recorder Track Track ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 79: Adjusting The Signal For Each Track (Track Parameters)

    • By using the bounce function, you can apply the send/return effect to the input signal for recording (→ p. 44). ZOOM HD8/HD16 Adjusting the signal for each track (track parameters)
  • Page 80 (S): Denotes a parameter that can be selected with the [SELECT] key. For a list of available parameters for tracks/inputs, see the table below. Mono tracks: 1 – 6 (HD8), 1 – 8 (HD16) Stereo tracks: 7/8 (HD8), 9/10 – 15/16 (HD16) Mono...

  • Page 81: Using The Parameter Knobs

    • << only>> The STEREO SUB-OUT jack parameters are available only on the HD16. To adjust the value of a numeric parameter, turn the dial. To change the setting of an On/Off parameter...

  • Page 82: Linking Two Tracks (Stereo Link)

    Linking two tracks (stereo link) In the HD8/HD16, the parameters of adjacent odd-numbered/ even-numbered mono tracks can be linked, resulting in a pair of stereo tracks. (This function is referred to as “stereo link”.) The setting procedure is as follows.

  • Page 83: Using The Solo Function

    Track1 Track1 SUB SND PAN=R32 SUB SND PAN=R32 ZOOM HD8/HD16 Repeat steps 4 – 6 to adjust the output level and panning for all track/input signals sent to the STEREO SUB-OUT jack. Also while the SUB-OUT SEND LEVEL or SUB-OUT SEND...

  • Page 84: Saving/Recalling Mixer Settings (Scene Function)

    Switching scenes automatically The HD8/HD16 allows you to assign a scene to a mark (→ p. 47) that was placed at a desired location in the song. This can be used to switch scenes automatically. For example, you could change the mixing balance or effect settings as the song progresses.

  • Page 85: Deleting Certain Parameters From A Scene

    Each time the song reaches a mark to which a scene has been assigned, the settings of that scene will be recalled. Press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Deleting certain parameters from a scene If desired, you can disable a group of parameters saved in a scene.
  • Page 86 • You can use the cursor up/down keys to enable or disable all groups together except for the MASTER FADER group. When the setting is complete, repeatedly press the [EXIT] key. The main screen returns. The settings made here are stored as part of the project. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 87: Reference [Rhythm]

    Reference [Rhythm] This section explains the functions and operation of the built-in rhythm section of the HD8/HD16. About the rhythm section The rhythm section of the HD8/HD16 uses internal drum sounds and bass sounds to generate rhythm accompaniment. It can be used instead of a metronome by playing simple rhythm...

  • Page 88: Rhythm Song

    When the [RHYTHM] status key is out, both the drum track and the bass track are muted. To cancel the muting, press the key again so that it is lit. Pattern number Pattern name PTN 0 PTN 0 08Beat01 08Beat01 001-01-00 001-01-00 Current position (measure/beat/tick indication) ] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 89: Changing The Tempo

    files. To change the current drum kit, you load a different kit file. HINT In the factory default condition, the HD8/HD16 gives the user a choice of 20 kit files. From the main screen, hold down the [SHIFT] key and press pad 7 (PATTERN) or pad 8 (SONG), so that the pad lights up.

  • Page 90: Using The Pads To Play Drum/Bass Sounds

    Reference [Rhythm] Changing the bass program The HD8/HD16 offers a selection of 11 bass programs. To select a bass program, proceed as follows. Press the [RHYTHM] status key repeatedly, until the key is lit in red. While the [RHYTHM] status key is lit in red, the pads can be used to play a bass program.
  • Page 91 To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key once more. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Playing a bass program with the pads When playing a bass program with the pads, you can specify the scale of Major or Minor. By switching the key and range used by the scale, you can cover more than four octaves.

  • Page 92: Creating An Original Rhythm Pattern

    If there is no empty rhythm pattern, erase an unneeded pattern → p. 101). Press the [EDIT] key. The rhythm pattern edit menu appears. PATTERN EDIT 1/8 PATTERN EDIT 1/8 >QUANTIZE >QUANTIZE To set the quantize value, bring up the ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 93: Drum Sequence Real-Time Input

    Drum sequence real-time input For real-time input of a drum sequence, you play the rhythm pattern on the pads of the HD8/HD16. At the rhythm pattern screen, select an empty rhythm pattern number. If necessary, set the bar length, time signature, and quantize value (→...

  • Page 94: Bass Sequence Real-Time Input

    • Instead of tapping the pads, you can also input a pattern in real time by using an external MIDI controller connected to the HD8/ HD16’s MIDI IN connector. For a list of pads and corresponding MIDI note numbers, refer to the appendix at the end of this manual.
  • Page 95 • Instead of tapping the pads, you can also input a bass pattern by using an external MIDI controller connected to the HD8/ HD16’s MIDI IN connector. • After concluding real-time input, you can change the quantize setting and then record on top of the existing sequence.

  • Page 96: Drum Sequence Step Input

    To enter a rest, press only the [REPEAT/ STEP] key. If you press the [REPEAT/STEP] key by itself, the position advances by one step (duration of quantize value) but no play information is recorded. 001-03-00 001-03-00 Quantize setting = sixteenth note ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 97: Bass Sequence Step Input

    Quantize setting = 8th note Duration setting = quarter note Duration setting = 8th note ZOOM HD8/HD16 Bass sequence step input Compared to the drum sequence step input, the step input procedure for a bass sequence is somewhat more complex, because there are the additional elements of “pitch”...

  • Page 98: Entering Rhythm Pattern Chord Information

    From the main screen, hold down the [SHIFT] key and press pad 7 (PATTERN). The rhythm pattern selection screen appears. Turn the dial to select the pattern for which to specify chord information, and press the [EDIT] key. The rhythm pattern edit menu appears. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 99: Changing The Drum/Bass Sequence Volume Level

    The setting is entered and the rhythm pattern edit menu appears again. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Changing the drum/bass sequence volume level Normally, the playback volume of the rhythm pattern can be adjusted with the [RHYTHM] fader for the drum and bass.

  • Page 100: Assigning A Name To A Rhythm Pattern

    By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key. COPY PATTERN COPY PATTERN No.0:08Beat01 No.0:08Beat01 Copy to Copy to No.480:Empty No.480:Empty ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 101: Deleting A Rhythm Pattern

    To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key. Creating a rhythm song The HD8/HD16 allows you to save up to 10 rhythm songs per project. Each rhythm song can have up to 999 rhythm pattern measures. By specifying the rhythm pattern playing sequence and adding chord and tempo information, you can create a rhythm song.

  • Page 102: Entering Pattern Information Using Step Input

    Event information at current point Rhythm pattern number Time signature Chord root Chord type Tempo Drum sequence volume Bass sequence volume → ” is selected and no ← Pattern”). This Rhythm pattern name to insert No.0:08Beat01 No.0:08Beat01 Insert? Insert? ZOOM HD8/HD16 ← ” is...
  • Page 103 Use the cursor left/right keys to move to the point where the respective rhythm pattern information is input, and then turn the dial to select the new rhythm pattern. ZOOM HD8/HD16 By turning the dial at a point where no rhythm pattern End of Song information is input (“←Pattern”...

  • Page 104: Using Fast For Pattern Information Input

    Using FAST for pattern information input The FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) method developed by ZOOM uses simple formulas to specify rhythm pattern playback from start to end. The following keys and pads can be used for numeric input. [TEMPO] key Serves for entering the multiplication symbol "x",...

  • Page 105: Entering Chord Information

    Save Song Save Song No.3:Empty No.3:Empty Rhythm song number ZOOM HD8/HD16 NOTE If you select an existing rhythm song as write target, the contents of that rhythm song will be completely erased. Turn the dial to select the target rhythm song, and press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 106 PLAY [R] key in this condition, you can check the rhythm song with the new chord information. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key. PATTERN A PATTERN B 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 ← ” is shown to ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 107: Entering Other Information

    Basss Volume volume Root/chord Drum track volume Bass track volume ZOOM HD8/HD16 NOTE • Time signature information can be entered only at the beginning of a measure. • If no tempo information is input for the rhythm song, the tempo currently set for the rhythm section will be used.

  • Page 108: Playing A Rhythm Song

    The display indication changes as follows, letting you specify the copy source end point. Copy PATTERN A PATTERN A PATTERN B PATTERN A PATTERN A Copy ] key. Copy Copy Start 001-01-00 Start 001-01-00 Copy source start point ZOOM HD8/HD16 PATTERN B...

  • Page 109: Transposing The Entire Rhythm Song

    >TRANSPOSE >TRANSPOSE Verify that the indication “TRANSPOSE” is shown on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16 The display indication changes as follows. Transpose Transpose +2 +2 Turn the dial to select the transpose setting (-6 –...

  • Page 110: Deleting The Rhythm Song

    [ENTER] key. In this condition, the selected rhythm song name can be changed. Song Name Song Name Song002 Song002 Use the cursor left/right keys to bring the cursor to the character to change, and use ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 111: Importing A Rhythm Pattern/Rhythm Song From Another

    In this condition, you can select the source project from which to import. An example for a display that appears when you select “ALL” ZOOM HD8/HD16 is shown below. Project number Turn the dial to select the source project, and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 112: Using Kit Files

    Reference [Rhythm] Using Kit Files The HD8/HD16 stores information about samples assigned to the pads of a drum kit, and about settings such as pad volume and panning in so-called kit files. When a kit file is loaded in the rhythm section, all samples and pad settings stored in the file will become active and can be...

  • Page 113: Making Pad Parameter Settings

    HINT • For information on the folder structure of the HD8/HD16, see page 208. • To assign a sample imported from an external source, select the folder “0USER” under the “SAMPLER” folder in the root directory of the hard disk.

  • Page 114: Copying A Kit File

    [ENTER] key. The display indication changes as follows. KIT FILE KIT FILE >LOAD >LOAD Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “COPY” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 115: Deleting A Kit File

    >KIT FILE Verify that the indication “KIT FILE” is shown on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display indication changes as follows. ZOOM HD8/HD16 KIT FILE KIT FILE >LOAD >LOAD Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “DELETE”...

  • Page 116: Assigning A Name To A Kit File

    For details on entering characters, see page 37. (Note that ✽ ” symbol appears on the display. This is ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 117: Using Samples

    Making various sample settings The drum sounds (samples) used in the drum kits of the HD8/ HD16 are stored as files in a number of folders on the hard disk. You can specify properties such as the playback range and name of a sample, and add a fade-in/fade-out effect.
  • Page 118 Use the cursor left/right keys to move the flashing section, and turn the dial to change the numerals for the reverse end point. Then press the [ENTER] key. When the indication “Reverse?” appears on the display, press the [ENTER] key once more. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 119: Copying A Sample

    Folder:0USER Folder:0USER Folder name HINT • For information on the folder structure of the HD8/HD16, see page 208. • To use a sample imported from an external source, select the folder “0USER” under the “SAMPLER” folder in the root directory of the hard disk.

  • Page 120: Deleting A Sample

    Folder:0USER Folder:0USER Folder name HINT • For information on the folder structure of the HD8/HD16, see page 208. • To use a sample imported from an external source, select the folder “0USER” under the “SAMPLER” folder in the root directory of the hard disk.

  • Page 121: Importing A Sample From An External Source

    In the factory default condition, an array of samples is present in the HD8/HD16 for use by the drum kits. To expand your choices, it is also possible to import parts of an audio track or an audio file contained on a CD-ROM disc or similar. Once these have been saved in a special area on the internal hard disk of the HD8/HD16 (called the “sample pool”), they can be used...
  • Page 122 Import Source Track1-1 Track1-1 When track 8 of the HD8 or track 16 of the HD16 is selected, turning the dial further to the right selects tracks in odd- numbered/even-numbered pairs or the master track. (By pressing two adjacent odd-numbered/even-numbered status keys together, you can select two mono tracks.) When a stereo...
  • Page 123 “CD- ROM” or “WAV_AIFF FOLDER” parameter. Then press the [ENTER] key. The HD8/HD16 searches for WAV/AIFF files in the specified location. When a file is found, its name appears on the display. Import Import LOOP.WAV...

  • Page 124: Editing Various Settings Of The Rhythm Section

    [ENTER] key. Then turn the dial to choose one of these settings. Count Count ● The pre-count is turned off. ● 1 – 8 A pre-count of 1 – 8 beats is heard (default: 4). ● Special The following special pre-count is heard. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 125: Changing The Metronome Volume

    ● EX Hard Lowest sensitivity. Very strong tapping is needed to produce a loud volume. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Checking the remaining amount of memory The remaining amount of recording memory for rhythm patterns and rhythm songs will be displayed as a percentage (%).

  • Page 126: Reference [Effects]

    Reference [Effects] This section explains the functions and operation of the effect section built into the HD8/HD16. About the effects The HD8/HD16 has two types of effects, an “insert effect” and a “send/return effect”. The two types can be used simultaneously.

  • Page 127: Using The Insert Effect

    COMP/Lo-FI ZOOM HD8/HD16 ● << This is an algorithm with eight separate inputs/output channels, available only in the HD16. Separate high-pass filter (HPF), compressor, and EQ settings are possible for each channel. ● MASTERING An algorithm suitable for processing the final stereo mix signal.

  • Page 128: Changing The Insert Location Of The Insert Effect

    Any output of a stereo track or Track1/2, Track3/4... mono track x 2 Master Immediately before [MASTER] fader << only>> In addition to the above possibility, the HD16 offers the following choices. Display Insert position Input1 – Input8 Any input of input mixer Input1-8...

  • Page 129: Selecting The Patch For The Insert Effect

    If you press the adjacent status keys of an odd-numbered and even-numbered input in succession, “mono track x 2” is selected. ZOOM HD8/HD16 When the insert position selection is completed, press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen.

  • Page 130: Editing The Insert Effect Patches

    The insert effect algorithm and patch select screen appears. CLEAN CLEAN No.0:Standard No.0:Standard Use the cursor up/down keys to select the algorithm with the patch to edit, and then turn the dial to select the patch. FLANGER Depth Rate Resonance Manual ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 131 NORMALIZER MASTERING MULTIBAND NORMALIZER COMP/Lo-Fi ZOOM HD8/HD16 • << high-pass filter/compressor/EQ per channel. You can control the respective effect on/off settings separately. The number of the channel that is currently being set appears on the first line of the display.

  • Page 132: Storing/Swapping Insert Effect Patches

    Editing the name of an insert effect patch This section explains how to edit the name of the currently selected patch. At the insert effect patch select screen, select the patch whose name you want to change. CLEAN CLEAN No.0:Standard No.0:Standard ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 133: Applying The Insert Effect Only To The Monitor Signal

    ZOOM HD8/HD16 Set the insert effect position to the input mixer. At the main screen, press the [PROJECT/ UTILITY] key.

  • Page 134: Using The Send/Return Effect

    Turn the dial to select the patch. HINT If the indication “Empty” appears instead of the patch name, all modules for the patch are set to Off. By editing such a patch, you can create your own settings from scratch. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 135: Storing/Swapping Send/Return Effect Patches

    If you want to keep the results of your editing session, refer to the following section. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Storing/swapping send/return effect patches A patch that you have edited can be stored in any location of the same algorithm.

  • Page 136: Editing The Name Of A Send/Return Effect Patch

    A screen for selecting “ALL” (import all patches) or “PATCH” (import single patch) such as shown below appears. IMPORT IMPORT >ALL >ALL Use the cursor left/right keys to select “ALL” or “PATCH”, and press the [ENTER] key. In this condition, you can select the source project. ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 137 When a single patch was imported, the display of step 4 appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Effects]...

  • Page 138: Reference [Creating A Cd]

    Reference [Creating a CD] This section describes how to use the CD-R/RW drive in the HD8/HD16 to create an audio CD or store a project from the hard disk onto a CD-R/RW disc. NOTE • This section does not apply to HD8/HD16 models without integrated CD-R/RW drive.

  • Page 139: Creating An Audio Cd

    (V-take) that is currently selected for writing. By pressing the PLAY [R] key at this point, you can listen to the contents of the V-take. ZOOM HD8/HD16 HINT When you press the cursor down key, the second line of the display shows “Remain”, and the remaining write time on the...

  • Page 140: Creating An Audio Cd By Album

    CD-R/RW disc cannot be played on an ordinary CD player. (For information on how to play an unfinalized CD-R/RW disc on the HD8/HD16, refer to page 143.) Creating an audio CD by album This method involves creating a list for the audio CD (called an “album”) which combines multiple projects saved on the...
  • Page 141 ● To insert projects in an album Use the cursor left/right keys to select the track number where you want to insert a project. Press the [FUNCTION] ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Creating a CD] key once to bring up the indication “INSERT TRACK” on the first line of the display.

  • Page 142: Using The Marker Function To Separate Tracks

    99, the indication “ERROR Too Many Tracks” appears, and marker-based separation cannot be enabled. Ó Project 2 (marker-based separation disabled) Track 5 ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 143: Including A Playlist In An Album

    Including a playlist in an album The HD8/HD16 lets you register the master tracks of multiple projects in a list (playlist) for continuous playback in a sequence (→ p. 165). It is possible to include playlist information when creating an audio CD by album.

  • Page 144: Finalizing A Cd-R/Rw Disc

    From the main screen, hold down the [SHIFT] key and press pad 1 (CD-R/RW). The menu for various CD-R/RW functions appears. Verify that “AUDIO CD” is shown on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. 58:12 58:12 Playing time ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 145: Loading An Audio Cd Into A Project

    Loading an audio CD into a → project The HD8/HD16 can read audio data from an audio CD inserted in the CD-R/RW drive and record these data on any track/V- take of the internal recorder. The data can then be played and edited in the same way as other tracks.

  • Page 146: Backup And Restore

    Backup and restore This section explains how you can use the CD-R/RW drive in the HD8/HD16 to back up a project to a CD-R/RW disc and how to restore a project from a disc backup. You can either create backups for individual projects or save all projects in a common operation.

  • Page 147: Saving All Projects To Cd-R/Rw Disc

    From the main screen, hold down the [SHIFT] key and press pad 1 (CD-R/RW). The menu for various CD-R/RW functions appears. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “BACK UP” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 148: Loading A Project From Cd-R/Rw Disc

    PRJ001 PRJ001åNo.7 Project name HINT When being restored to the HD8/HD16, an empty project number is automatically assigned to the project. Even if a project with the same name already exists on the hard disk, it will not be overwritten.
  • Page 149 To do this, press the [EXIT] key while the “Insert” indication is shown. The indication will change to “Cancel?”. Press the [ENTER] key to terminate the process. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reference [Creating a CD]...

  • Page 150: Reference [Projects]

    This section describes how to perform operations for entire projects. About projects On the HD8/HD16, the data needed to reproduce a song you create are managed in units called “projects”. By loading a project from the hard disk, you can always go back to exactly the same condition that existed when the project was saved.

  • Page 151: Loading A Project

    By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. HINT When power to the HD8/HD16 is turned on, the project that was last worked on will be loaded automatically. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Creating a new project This operation creates a new project.

  • Page 152: Checking The Project Size/Available Hard Disk Capacity

    The name and number of the project to erase are shown on the display. Project Erase Project Erase No.4:PRJ004 No.4:PRJ004 Turn the dial to select the project, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “Erase?” appears on the second line of the No.4 No.4 ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 153: Changing The Project Name

    • Saving/deleting scenes, making marker settings, etc. • Creating a phrase loop ZOOM HD8/HD16 • Creating/editing a drum kit Refer to steps 1 – 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “PROTECT” on the second line of the display. Then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 154: Reference [Midi]

    This section explains the MIDI-related settings and functions of the HD8/HD16. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard that allows messages such as performance data (collectively called “MIDI messages”) to be exchanged between devices such as electronic musical instruments and computers.

  • Page 155: Making Midi-Related Settings

    Note On/Off messages from an external MIDI device on that MIDI channel to play the sounds of the HD8/HD16. Also, when you play back a rhythm pattern or rhythm song on the HD8/HD16, the drum/bass track playing information will Reference [MIDI]...

  • Page 156: Turning Timing Clock Messages On Or Off

    MIDI device to play back in synchronization at an appropriate tempo, you will need to specify the tempo of the rhythm pattern/rhythm song. Also, to synchronize the measure indication at the HD8/HD16 and the MIDI device, the time signature of the rhythm pattern/rhythm song must be set. NOTE Timing Clock information will be transmitted even if the drum/ bass track is muted ([RHYTHM] status key is out).

  • Page 157: Turning Midi Time Code (Mtc) Messages On Or Off

    MTC message output is based on recorder time information. When using MTC to synchronize MIDI devices, the HD8/ HD16 always functions as MTC master. Set up the other device to operate as MTC slave which receives MTC messages and functions accordingly.

  • Page 158: Using The Smf Player

    Selects which MIDI channel (1 – 16) of the SMF playing information is directed to the internal drum kit of the HD8/ HD16. Information for the channel selected here will not be present at the MIDI OUT connector. When this parameter is set to Off, no playing information is sent to the drum kit.

  • Page 159: Smf Playback

    NOTE When an SMF is played in the above condition, the rhythm song or rhythm pattern of the HD8/HD16 will be played at the same time. If you do not want to play the drum/bass sound, set the [RHYTHM] status key to OFF or select an empty rhythm song/rhythm pattern.
  • Page 160 The file is selected, and the display returns to the SMF menu. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. To play the SMF, press the PLAY [ The SMF is played in conjunction with the recorder section/ rhythm section. ] key. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 161: Reference [Usb]

    This section explains the settings and operation steps for using the USB port of the HD8/HD16. What you can do with the USB port When the HD8/HD16 is connected to a computer (Windows/ Macintosh) via the USB port, the following functions become available.
  • Page 162 To restore a project that was backed up (copied) to the hard disk of the computer, copy the respective folder on the hard disk of the computer to the hard disk of the HD8/HD16. If a folder with the same name exists on the HD8/HD16 hard disk, that folder will be overwritten.

  • Page 163: Operating Daw Software From The Hd8/Hd16

    Operating DAW Software From the HD8/HD16 This section explains the basic settings for control surface mode which allows using the controls of the HD8/HD16 to remotely operate a DAW software application installed on the computer. Selecting the connector to use...

  • Page 164: Using Mass Storage Mode And Control Surface Mode Simultaneously

    If the MIDI IN/OUT connectors are selected for carrying the control surface mode signals, you can use mass storage mode and control surface mode simultaneously. This is convenient to access the HD8/HD16 hard disk while operating DAW software. Connect the HD8/HD16 and the computer with a USB cable.

  • Page 165: Reference [Other Functions]

    This section explains various other functions of the HD8/HD16. Playing several projects continuously (sequence play) The HD8/HD16 lets you line up the master tracks from multiple projects saved on the hard disk and play them continuously in a specified order (sequence play). This is...

  • Page 166: Playlist Playback

    Projects are played in the order as registered in the playlist. The display indication changes as follows. Current playback number Project name No.1:PRJ001 No.1:PRJ001 000:00:000 000:00:000 Use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the playback volume. When a project has played through, the next project is automatically loaded and played. ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 167: Using The Tuner Function

    To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. Using the tuner function The HD8/HD16 incorporates a versatile tuner that can also accommodate 7-string guitar and other unconventional tunings. This section explains how to use the tuner function.

  • Page 168: Using Other Tuner Types

    On the HD8, the INPUT jack 1 is high-impedance compatible. On the HD16, the INPUT jacks 1 and 2 are high-impedance compatible. Verify that the [Hi-Z] switch is set to On.

  • Page 169: Changing The Function Of The Foot Switch

    Pressing the foot switch has the same effect as pressing the REC [O] key. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key several times. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Preventing digital copying of a master disc or master tape When mixing down to a DAT recorder, MD recorder or similar...

  • Page 170: Switching The Level Meter Display Type

    The display indication changes as follows. SYSTEM SYSTEM >FOOT SWITCH >FOOT SWITCH Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “CONTRAST” on the second line of the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The current contrast setting is shown. Contrast Contrast ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 171: Checking The System Version

    ZOOM HD8/HD16 Hard disk maintenance This section describes how to test and restore the integrity of data on the internal hard disk of the HD8/HD16, and how to perform other hard disk maintenance functions. Basic maintenance procedure The procedure for hard disk maintenance is the same for most operations.

  • Page 172: Test/Restore Integrity Of Data On Internal Hard Disk (Scan Disk)

    HD8/HD16. Projects created by the user are not affected by this operation. Try this procedure if operation of the HD8/HD16 is still unstable after running Scan Disk. Refer to steps 1 – 3 of “Basic maintenance procedure”...

  • Page 173: Returning The Entire Hard Disk To The Factory Default (All Initialize)

    (All Initialize) This action formats the hard disk and restores system files and various data necessary for operation of the HD8/HD16. All existing projects including demo song data will be erased. • Once erased, user-created projects cannot be restored.

  • Page 174: Specifications

    DUAL MIC, LINE, 8xCOMP EQ,MASTERING) 330 for insert, 60 for send/return 9 (Drum 8 + Bass 1) 16bit, linear PCM 48PPQN 1/4 - 8/4 10 songs per project 40.0 - 250.0 BPM 44.1 kHz 24-bit 93dB (IHF-A) 97dB (IHF-A) ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 175 Operation manual, AC adaptor/cable, CD-ROM, screws for CD-R/RW drive Foot switch FS01 Expression pedal FP02 CD-R/RW drive CD-02 or our recommendation drive (For details our recommendation drive, see our website : http://www.zoom.co.jp) Specifications XLR/standard phone combo jack x8 (Balanced operation) Input impedance 1...

  • Page 176: Troubleshooting

    If there are problems during operation of the HD8/HD16, check the following points first. Problems during playback ■ No sound, or sound is very weak • Check the connections to your monitor system, and the volume setting of the system.

  • Page 177: Problems With The Rhythm Section

    ■ Cannot synchronize with external MIDI device • Make sure that the MIDI cable is correctly connected from the MIDI OUT connector of the HD8/HD16 to the MIDI IN connector of the external device. • Synchronization with an external MIDI device is only possible by using the MIDI clock or MTC output from the HD8/HD16.

  • Page 178: Problems With Cd-R/Rw Drive

    Make sure that the SMF playback setting is “On” (→ p. 159). Problems with CD-R/RW drive ■ Cannot play audio CD created with HD8/HD16 on ordinary CD player • Check whether the disc was finalized. • On some older CD players, CD-R discs will not play properly as audio CDs, even if the disc was finalized.

  • Page 179: Appendix

    Rate Up 0 – 9, Down 0 – 9,Tri0 – 9 Wave Color 4Stage, 8State, Invert4, Invert8 Ring Modulator: 1 – 50 Frequency Fix-Wah: 1 – 50 ZOOM HD8/HD16 Appendix Parameter Attack Ratio Ratio 0 – 10 Adjusts compressor sensitivity.
  • Page 180 Quarter note x 20 Description Setting value Description π Eighth note 1 bar ∑ Quarter note 2 bars Ø Half note 3 bars Ø. Dotted half note 4 bars Cabinet ZOOM HD8/HD16 1 measure 2 measure 3 measure 4 measure Level...
  • Page 181 Time Reverse Delay Reverse delay effect with max. setting 1000 ms. Type ARRM Pitch Changes the pitch of the original sound according to rhythm tempo. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Body Tone Level Adjusts preamp gain (distortion intensity). 0 – 30 Adjusts tonal quality.
  • Page 182 Original sound → 2 octaves lower 2 octaves lower → original sound ZNR module Type Threshold ZOOM original noise reduction for reducing noise in playing pauses without affecting the overall tone. Parameter description Parameter name Setting range Off, 1 – 30...
  • Page 183 Simulation of Hartke HA3500 sound. Hartke Super Bass Simulation of Marshall Super Bass sound. Simulation of Sansamp Bass Driver DI sound. SANSAMP ZOOM original tube preamplifier sound. Tube Preamp Gain SVT - Tube Preamp have the same parameters. Parameter description Parameter name...
  • Page 184 Level Selects preamp characteristics. 0 – 10 Adjusts tonal quality. Adjusts signal level after passing module. Controls the de-esser setting. Controls a filter for reducing low frequency noise often picked up during mic recording. De-Esser Low Cut Description ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 185 Mic Pre L For an explanation of types and parameters, see MIC algorithm. 3BAND EQ L module Type 3BandEQ L For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. ZOOM HD8/HD16 Parameter Parameter Parameter Parameter Ratio Ratio Adjusts threshold level of compressor/limiter.
  • Page 186 For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Parameter Feedback Feedback Tone Adjusts delay time. Adjusts feedback amount. 0 – 10 Adjusts tonal quality. Adjusts mix ratio of effect sound to original sound. Parameter Parameter Parameter Parameter Parameter Parameter Description ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 187 0 – 180 Width 1 – 50 Rate Clip Delay, Echo: 1 – 2000ms Time Doubling: 1 – 100ms ZOOM HD8/HD16 Parameter Parameter Xover Hi Mix High Adjusts low-to-mid crossover frequency. Adjusts mid-to-high crossover frequency. Adjusts high range mixing level.
  • Page 188 For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Volume Pedal module Type For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Volume Pedal 8x Comp EQ algorithm (HD16 only) Modules 1 - 8 Unit HPF 1-8 Rack Comp...
  • Page 189 For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Volume Pedal module Type For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Volume Pedal ZOOM HD8/HD16 Adjusts effect sound level. Adjusts original sound level. Parameter Adjusts level.

  • Page 190: Send/Return Effect

    Adjusts high range effect sound. Adjusts low range effect sound. 0 – 30 Adjusts mixing ratio of initial reflections. Adjusts effect sound level. Pre Delay EFX Level EFX Level Rev Send Description EQ Low E.R.Mix EFX Level EQ Low EFX Level Description ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 191: Effect Patch List

    BlueLine Melody TalkTime ArpenCho HK Drive MS Drive ZOOM HD8/HD16 Description Standard clean sound optimized for line-level equipment. Transparent sound with ensemble effect. Universal compressor with a wide range of uses. Sound tailored for vintage genres such as rock'n roll.
  • Page 192 All-rounder tube sound always comes in handy. Compression sound effective for slap and flatpick playing. Solo sound with distortion and a touch of wah. Pitch shift is the secret ingredient. Typical SFX effect that uses cry like a talking modulator. ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 193 WaReWaRe Hangul 30-49 Empty ZOOM HD8/HD16 Chorus sound for melody, solo, chord playing, or harmonics. Basic slap sound in the jazz bass style. Smashing sound mixing distortion, pitch shift, and ring modulator. A great match for moody bass line and chord playing.
  • Page 194 Acoustic guitar/Vocal Microphones Microphones Vocals Vocals Vocals Vocals Vocals Vocals Vocals Vocal/Piano Vocal/Piano Vocal/Piano Vocal/Piano Acoustic guitar/Piano Acoustic guitar/Vocal Acoustic guitar/Vocal Acoustic guitar/Vocal Acoustic guitar/Vocal Acoustic guitar/Vocal Acoustic guitars Acoustic guitars Acoustic guitars Acoustic guitars Acoustic guitars Comment ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 195 MoreTone SnrSmack Shudder! SwpPhase DirtyBiz Doubler SFXlab SynLead2 Tekepiko Soliner HevyDrum 30 - 49 Empty 8x COMP EQ algorithm (HD16 Only) Name For vocal band Inst AcoBand 1ManBand StdDrum VtgDrum EhcdDrum Percus CompLtr ZOOM HD8/HD16 Reinforces bass for dance rhythms...
  • Page 196 Strong compression over full frequency range Power tuning with emphasized midrange Enhances clarity and spaciousness Boosts overall sound pressure level 1 - 2 Female vocal 3 - 4 Male vocal 5 - 6 Vocal duo 7 - 8 Overall vocal Comment ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 197: Send/Return Effect

    RealPlat Dome VinSprin ClearSpr Dokan 22 - 29 Empty ZOOM HD8/HD16 Comment Chorus adding color to vocals Chorus for weak guitar sound Versatile doubling Showy analog-style delay Dotted-8th-note delay in sync with rhythm tempo Dotted-quarter-note delay in sync with rhythm tempo...

  • Page 198: Rhythm Pattern

    216 REGGs1FB 217 LATNs1VA DnBs1Vb 218 LATNs1Va DnBs1FB 219 LATNs1FA TPs1VA 220 LATNs1VB TPs1FA 221 LATNs1Vb TPs1VB 222 LATNs1FB TPs1FB 223 LATNs2VA 224 LATNs2Va 225 LATNs2FA 226 LATNs2VB 227 LATNs2Vb 228 LATNs2FB 229 MidEs1VA 230 MidEs1Va 231 MidEs1FA ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 199 HIP09 THRS02 HIP10 PUNK01 HIP11 PUNK02 HIP12 FUS01 HIP13 FUS02 HIP14 FUS03 HIP15 FUS04 HIP16 FUS05 HIP17 FUS06 HIP18 ZOOM HD8/HD16 HIP19 HIP20 HIP21 HIP22 HIP23 DANC01 DANC02 DANC03 DANC04 DANC05 DANC06 HOUS01 HOUS02 HOUS03 HOUS04 TECH01 TECH02 TECH03 TECH04...

  • Page 200: Drum Kits/Bass Programs

    Drum Kits Kit name ROCK ACOUSTIC FUNK STUDIO BASIC LIVE REGGAE ARENA JAZZ WORLD TECHNO URBAN BUMP_IT LNCH_BOX CRUNCHIN DEEPKNCK BOUNCER PHT_BEAT PUSH_ME BEATBOX Bass Programs Program name PICK FINGER ACOUSTIC FRETLESS MUTED SLAP MOOG TECHNO JUNO HUMMER SUBTONE ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 201: Instruments

    ILLKICK KALIKICK LIVE_BD LONGKICK OPSRDO PAPAKICK PUNCH PUSHKICK RESO_BD REVDROP ROUNDKIK SMASHKIK STAGE STANDRD STD_BD1 STD_BD2 STD_BD3 STDO_BD STEAMKIK ZOOM HD8/HD16 THMPRKIK THUMP THUNKKIK TIGHT 1KICK VO_BD1 VO_BD2 VO_BD3 WHOMPKIK Category Name 808_RIM 808BRTE 808SNAR 909SNAR ANALOGM ANALOGS ANLGRIM ATTK_SD...
  • Page 202 909OPN CLCLEAR CLS14 CLS14_2 CLSANLG CLSBEND CLSDGAN CLSHMN CLSLIVE CLSSTDO CP_HAT1 CP_HAT2 CP_HAT3 CP_HAT5 CP_HAT9 HATTICK1 HATTICK2 5HIHAT HHCLSBB HHOPENBB OP_HAT1 OP_HAT2 OP_HAT3 OP_HAT4 OP_HAT5 OP_HAT9 OPANLG1 OPANLG2 OPBEND OPCLEAR OPDGAN OPHMN OPLIVE PEDACO RELCLSD RELOPEN TICK1 TICK2 ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 203 DUMBEK3 DYSTICK EXCWBL1 EXCWBL2 EXRIM1 EXRIM2 EXRIM3 EXSN909 EXTMBRB FLEXI FLEXI2 GUIRODN GUIROL GUIROS GUIROUP H_RIM01 HIAGOGO HIBONGO HICNG1 ZOOM HD8/HD16 HICNG2 HIGH_Q HITIMBA JGBELL JINGLE LOAGOGO LOBONGO LOCNG LOTIMBA MARACAS METAL MTCUICA MTHICNG MTRBELL MTRCLIK MTRCLK MTSRDO MTTRAGL OPCUICA...
  • Page 204 SCRUB SHNCRSH SLIDING SMEAR SONAR SPACE SQENCE STSCRTCH SWIPE TEARUP TEMPLE THWACK TICKER TONEGATE TRMBLING TRONIC1 TRONIC2 TRONIC3 TRONIC4 TRONIC5 8EXTRA URGENCE URGENT WARBLE WHOOSH WINDOWN Category Name BFY_GATE DLY_HEAD DRTYBEAT GTR_HERO 9LOOP HIPHITZ HIPHOP SCRPSCP TMB_GRV TRP_SPC ZOOM HD8/HD16...

  • Page 205: Midi Note Number Chart

    Vibraslap Ride Cymbal2 High Bongo Low Bongo Mute High Conga Open High Conga Low Conga High Timbale Low Timbale High Agogo Low Agogo Cabasa Maracas ZOOM HD8/HD16 Note number Bank2 Bank3 Bank1 Bank2 PAD1 PAD1 PAD8 PAD2 PAD7 PAD2 PAD3...

  • Page 206: Phrases

    Big beat FX loop Hiphop track 1-1 Hiphop track 1-2 Hiphop track 2-1 Hiphop track 2-2 Drum loop Bass loop Dub drum loop Dub bass loop Dub guitar loop Dub drum loop Dub bass loop Dub guitar solo loop ZOOM HD8/HD16...
  • Page 207 G Guitar Synth Bass Analog Synth Rhythm Synth Textures FX Loops With the factory default settings, project 001 contains these phrases. ZOOM HD8/HD16 EB-01-1A Old funk loop 1 EB-01-1B Old funk loop 2 EB-02-1A Old-school bass loop 1 EB-02-1B...

  • Page 208: Hd8/Hd16 Hard Disk Contents

    Contains drum kit/bass program data. *.ZSP Stores WAV/AIFF files. Used when importing sample and phrase from the internal hard disk. To operate this folder,change HD8/HD16 to USB mass storage mode and copy WAV/AIFF files from a computer to this folder. Contains the system-related files.

  • Page 209: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI implementation chart [HardDisk Recorder (Recorder Mode)] Model HD8/HD16 Transmitted Function ... Basic Default 1-16,OFF Channel Changed 1-16,OFF Default Mode Messages Altered ****************** Note 12-74 Number True voice ****************** Velocity Note ON Note OFF After Key's Touch Ch's Pitch Bend...
  • Page 210 [HardDisk Recorder (Control Surface Mode)] Model HD8/HD16 MIDI Implementation Chart +---------------------+--------------------+--------------------+---------------------+ | Transmitted Function ... +---------------------+--------------------+--------------------+---------------------+ |Basic Default | 10 |Channel Changed | 1-16 +---------------------+--------------------+--------------------+---------------------+ Default |Mode Messages Altered | ****************** | +---------------------+--------------------+--------------------+---------------------+ |Note | 35-70 |Number | True voice | ****************** |...

  • Page 211: Index

    Fade-in/out .....53 Fader section (HD8) ....14 Fader section (HD16) ... . .15 FAST input Phrase loop .
  • Page 212 Moving data ..... . 52 Moving V-takes of tracks 1 – 8 to tracks 9 – 16 (HD16 only) ....62 ■...
  • Page 213 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ZOOM CORPORATION ITOHPIA Iwamotocho 2chome Bldg. 2F, 2-11-2, Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0032, Japan Web Site: http://www.zoom.co.jp HD8/HD16 - 5000-1...

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