» Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder
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Manufacturer: Zoom
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Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder Details
Binding: ElectronicsBrand: Zoom
EAN: 0884354007478
Feature: W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90 cardioid, Rear 120 cardioid and 360 polar patterns
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Label: Zoom
Manufacturer: Zoom
Model: ZOO H2
Publisher: Zoom
Special Features: The Zoom H2 Handy Recorder puts pro-quality audio literally in the palm of your hand! The followup to Zoom?s super-successful H4, the H2 Handy Recorder gives you an amazingly versatile tool for capturing top-notch 2-track audio. Its internal 4-mic capsule allows for several different polar patterns which, combined with its signal-processing capabilities, give the H2 the ability to record 4-channel data that can be authored into 5.1 surround! With a USB interface, external mic In, and time stamp
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Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder Features
- W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90 cardioid, Rear 120 cardioid and 360 polar patterns
- Finally record 360 sound as 2ch data or 4ch data simultaneously
- Built-in USB 2.0 port for data storage
- Records in WAV 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bit, MP3 to 320kbps and Variable Bit Rate (VBR) data formats
- Time Stamp and Track Marker functions in Broadcast WAV Format (BWF)
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Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder Reviews
Customer Rating:Summary: perfect when using line in input
Comment: perfect when using line in input.
but when using the input mics it's good and very sensetive but not clear as it should be.
try to use amplifire or mixer with good mic like (shure beta 58a) and guarranteed it will be perfect.
Customer Rating:
Summary: College student/teacher gives it 5 STARS!
Comment: The Zoom H2 is an excellent product for someone wanting a high quality recording with a low budget. It is easy to use and only took me a little time to read the manual and play with the settings to figure it out. The sound is great. It is very portable and ready to record in no time. Just be aware the batteries die quickly so use the power adaptor. I use the Zoom to record my own personal practice and lessons as well as recording ensembles I play in. In both cases it increaces my progress. This is an excellent buy for the money!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great value for the money!
Comment: The H2 is very easy to use and sounds great. I use it to record my guitar and the band, then copy the tracks to my PC. Battery life is excellent (40+ hours on two AA's). It has features I haven't even explored yet. I love it.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Zoom H2
Comment: I was not sure how good this unit was when I bought it. WOW was I surprised.The audio is exactly what you hear live! I love the results of the recording. I only wish that the batteries would last longer then they do. But over all I am very please with the functions of the H2.
Customer Rating:
Summary: An amazing little product
Comment: I purchased the Zoom in August 2008 because a friend had recently bought one. My Sony Minidisc which I had for years was becoming unreliable for recording so I had to make a change. I checked out as many reviews as I could find and found very few negative comments -- most of these were minor.
I have used the zoom four times so far to record live performances of bands that I play in -- both indoors and outdoors. I've also experimented with it by downloading from and uploading to my PC.
The Zoom is easier to work with than the Sony; plus, I don't need any external equipment like a microphone or cable. The battery life is reasonably good. I also bought the 4-gig memory card for it so I never have to worry about running out of space.
Recording is simple and straightforward and, tho the screen is small, the menu is readable, and the on-screen directions as well as the instruction book are helpful. There are features I haven't used yet but I'm sure I will as I continue to find applications.
I record live music, upload to my computer, which recognizes the Zoom as an external drive, and then use a program called Audacity to process and edit the recorded .wav file. Using Sonic's "Record Now", I make an audio CD. The clarity and quality are terrific and the built-in microphones do a great job. For the money, you can't beat this as far as I'm concerned.
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Editorial Review for Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder:
It's a simple idea: provide brilliant stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device. The H2 is the only portable recorder with 3 mic capsules onboard for mid-side recording. A directional mic is in the center (mid) and two directional mics (side) are positioned left and right. The audio is decoded instantly, bringing these three signals together for unparalleled stereo imaging. One button recording, gain controls on the side and an intuitive user interface mean you can always capture the moment. Set your levels, push record and go. The H2 records on Secure Digital (SD) media and a 512MB SD card is included. With a 4GB SD memory card, the H2 provides up to 2 hours recording at 96kHz, 6 hours at 44.1kHz, or up to a staggering 138 hours in MP3. Play your recordings on your home audio system with its 1/8" stereo output or listen to your masterpiece with headphones. Or, use the H2's USB interface to move your recordings to your Mac or PC to listen, edit and share. 512MB SD memory card included; Accommodates up to 4GB SD optional memory cards Auto Gain Control (AGC) for pristine recordings Auto Start function means you're always ready to record Low-cut filter eliminates wind noise On-board chromatic Guitar/Bass tuner Two standard alkaline AA batteries will give you 4 hours of continuous operation and a backlit display means it's always easy to use in any situation Pocketable - Weighs only 4 ounces