Zoom HD8 Hard Disk Recording Studio – 8-Track Recorder/Mixer with Built-in CD-R/RW
Standalone multitrack studio with drum/bass machine, effects, mixer, and CD burner—ready to record out of the box
The Zoom HD8 is a self-contained 8-track production workstation: record, mix, master, and burn finished CDs without a computer. It provides 16-bit/44.1 kHz WAV recording to its internal drive, onboard drum/bass machine, multi-effects, and an integrated CD-R/RW for backups and audio CD creation. I/O includes two XLR/TRS combo mic inputs with phantom power, USB, S/PDIF digital out, and MIDI in/out for syncing gear.
Condition:
Excellent working and cosmetic condition. No functional issues. CD tray, faders, transport, and I/O operate as expected. Box shows wear.
Includes:
- Original Zoom power adapter
- Printed HD8/HD16 Operation Manual
- Factory “HD8 Recover CD”
- Original retail box (worn)
- Not included: Any additional software or downloads
Features:
- 8 audio tracks (6 mono + 1 stereo) with virtual takes; 16-bit/44.1 kHz WAV recording
- Built-in drum/bass machine and multi-effects for guitar/bass/vocals; digital mixer section
- Integrated CD-R/RW drive for backup and audio CD burning
- 2 × XLR/TRS combo inputs with phantom power; USB, S/PDIF digital out, MIDI I/O; footswitch/control input Zoom
- Successor to MRS-1608; series introduced 2007 and discontinued 2009 (stable, well-documented platform)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Do I need a computer to record or burn CDs?
A: No—tracking, mixdown, mastering, and CD burning are all handled inside the HD8.
Q: Can I back up projects to a computer?
A: Yes, via USB; you can also export/burn to CD-R/RW.
Q: What’s the difference between HD8 and HD16?
A: HD8 records/playbacks 8 tracks (2-in simultaneous), while HD16 offers 16 tracks (8-in simultaneous) and an effect send bus.

