Zoom V3

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Zoom V3

Zoom

V3

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 498884
Brand: Zoom
Model: V3
Category: Vocalists
Price: $218.90

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The Zoom V3 is a surprisingly fun little box for vocalists looking to add some character and effects to their sound. It's a great entry point for singers wanting to experiment with harmonies, vocoders, and other textures without needing a full studio setup. Perfect for gigging musicians, bedroom producers, or anyone wanting to inject some creative flair into their vocal performances.

Product Description

  • Zoom V3
  • Vocal Processor
  • 16 Creative effects for voice processing such as Harmony
  • Vocoder
  • Robot
  • Telephone
  • Beat Box or Talk Box
  • Selectable key for the effects Harmony
  • Talk Box
  • Vocoder and Pitch Correct
  • Up to 5 effects can be used at the same time
  • Additional effects: compressor
  • delay and reverb - each with intensity control
  • Enhance function for automatic optimization of the microphone signal
  • Integrated USB 2.0 audio interface with 16/24/32 bit and 44.1kHz (2 In / 2 Out)
  • Microphone input: XLR (+ 48V phantom power switchable)
  • Pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Aux input: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Micro USB-B port
  • Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Stereo line output: 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Operation via batteries (4 AA Mignon) or optional Zoom AD-16 power pack (Art.#105835#
  • not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 190 x 150 x 50 mm
  • Weight: 590 g
  • Includes instruction manual
PROS
  • • Creative vocal effects offer unique performance possibilities
  • • Built-in USB interface simplifies recording and digital integration
  • • Phantom power accommodates condenser microphones directly
  • • Compact size and battery operation allow for portable use
CONS
  • • Effect quality is good for the price, but not studio-grade
  • • Limited physical controls can make live tweaking challenging
  • • Construction feels plasticky; lacks premium build feel

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Key Features

Type Vocal Processor
Effects 16 creative effects + compressor, delay, reverb
Harmonizer Selectable key for Harmony, Talk Box, Vocoder, Pitch Correct
Connections XLR mic in, Aux in, Stereo line outs, Headphone out, USB 2.0
Power 4 AA batteries or Zoom AD-16 power pack
Weight Approximately 2.1 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can, but you won't need the phantom power – only for condenser mics.
The harmonies are decent for the price, but don’t expect the sophistication of a higher-end dedicated unit; they’re more for adding a quirky vibe.
It's generally class-compliant, meaning it should work with most systems without needing to install drivers, though Zoom recommends their drivers for optimal performance.

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