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The Zoom H2 stands alone in an increasingly crowded field of handheld portable digital recorders. Its 4 onboard microphones are an industry first! With easy to navigate controls and sound quality that rivals units costing much more, the Zoom H2 Handy Recorder is an extremely capable performer capturing music, spoken word, ambient sounds from the field and anything that makes a sound. This is the perfect portable digital recorder for capturing meetings, music, or any other sound recording where you need full 360 degree coverage.Operation is easy and intuitive. One button push and youre instantly recording! The Auto Start and Auto Gain functions help ensure that youre recording levels are optimized and sound is at its fullest resolution without distortion. The 360 degree coverage of the Zoom H2 four microphone configuration makes it easy to record your meeting (place it in the middle of a conference table) or your band or string quartet and pick up ever word and every note with crystal clarity and full range sound.The H2 records to a 1GB SD media card (included) and can accommodate up to a 32GB card allowing 24 hours of recording time @ 16-bit/44.1kHz CD quality in industry standard WAV format. You can also record at 128kbps MP3 affording 280 hours of stereo recording time.With a 360 W-X/Y microphone configuration as well as optional 90 (front of the unit) and 120 (rear) the flexibility for capturing sounds from multi-directions results in amazing stereo imaging. Record at a 96K/24 bit rate will allow you to convert your recordings to 5.1 surround, but straight ahead stereo recording is just as easy!You can monitor through the included earbuds or use the 1/8 stereo jack output for hookup to your studio monitors or home stereo. Connect the Zoom H1 to a computer via the built-in USB port (USB cable included) and easily transfer your files for further editing, sweetening and sharing. The USB port also makes it possible to use the H2 as a USB microphone for direct ...
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It's a simple idea: provide brilliant stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device. Now everyone can record pristine audio in an infinite variety of applications. From seminars and conferences, to electronic news gathering (ENG) and podcasting, to musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals, the H2 provides amazing recording quality. And no matter what kind of music you perform or the instrument you play, the H2 can effortlessly record it in high-quality stereo.
Why Four Mics are Better Than Two
90° Pattern
Record from the front at 90°
120° Pattern
Record from the front at 120° The H2 is the only portable recorder with 4 mic capsules on-board for 360° recording. With 4 mic capsules in a W-X/Y configuration, the audio is decoded instantly, bringing these four signals together for unparalleled stereo imaging.
But the H2 doesn't stop there. For maximum flexibility, you can record from the front of the H2 in a 90° pickup pattern or the rear of the H2 in a 120° pickup pattern at up to 96 kHz/24-bit resolution as a WAV file, or as an MP3 file at bitrates up to 320 kbps. Additionally, you can record in a 360° pickup pattern at up to 48kHz/24-bit resolution which will allow you to convert your recordings to 5.1 Surround.
Push a Button...
That's all it takes to start recording! The H2 is a remarkably robust device that is incredibly easy to use. 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. It's that simple. Or use the Auto Start and Auto Gain Control functions to ensure complete capture at the right level. And if you need to fine-tune your levels on the fly, we made it easy with gain control buttons on the front panel.
Play it Back!
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.
The H2 records on Secure Digital (SD) media and a 512MB SD card is included. The unit can accommodate up to a 16GB SD card, allowing up to 24 hours of total recording time using the 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV format. At 128kbps MP3, you get an amazing 280 hours of stereo recording. Store your recordings on a PC or Mac with its USB 2.0 interface. And you can use its time stamping function for reference during production. Or use the H2 as a USB Mic for recording directly to a computer.
What's Life Without Accessories?
The H2 comes with earbuds, 1/8 inch stereo to RCA cable, mic clip adapter, tripod stand, USB cable, AC adapter and a 512MB SD card.
Ultimate Convenience
The H2 weighs 4 ounces and fits in your pocket for the ultimate in portability and convenience. 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.
Enjoy Your Brilliance
Brilliant stereo recording in a convenient, user-friendly package means there's never been an easier way to record high quality audio. The H2 gives everyone the power to record anything and share it with anyone, anywhere. You'll be amazed by your sound.
Features:
- W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90° cardioid, Rear 120° cardioid and 360° polar patterns
- Built-in USB 2.0 interface
- 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)
- 512MB SD memory card included
- Accommodates up to 16GB SD 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
H2 Handy Recorder Features at a Glance
The H2 Handy Recorder brings the ultimate in functionality and versatility to portable digital recording. A clear, backlit display features recording levels, time code, file name and remaining battery life. LEDs indicate Front, Rear, 2 Channel or 4 Channel modes and the recording angle: 90°, 120° or 360°. An Active Mic LED is on the front and back of the H2. Transport controls include one button recording, playback and pause, fast forward and rewind. Use the Menu key to enter the control menu and the cursor keys to navigate through the feature sets.Within the menu, set recording parameters such as direction and polar pattern, activate the Auto Start function and set file format. And you'll find additional settings like Auto Gain Control to make sure your recordings are always pristine. And you can fine-tune your levels on the fly with the Record Level buttons on the front.
On the left side of the H2 is a 1/8" Phone/Line Output for monitoring and playback. Playback Volume, Power On and the AC power are located here as well.
On the right side of the H2, you can plug in a powered 1/8" external stereo mic. Setting levels is easy with a Mic Gain slider for Low/Medium/High gain. You can also digitize analog recordings with the 1/8" Line In.
Use the USB 2.0 Interface to move your files to a PC or Mac for storage, editing and playback. The time stamp function is great for reference during production. And you can even use the H2 as a USB mic and record directly to your favorite digital audio software.
For brilliant stereo recording, and plenty of extras, there's never been a simpler or more functional solution than the H2 Handy Recorder from Zoom.
Please note: The Zoom H2 will not mount as a USB Drive on MAC OS X 10.5.0 Leopard unless you update to H2 Firmware version 1.2 or higher.
Choose the Right Polar Pattern for the Best Recording in any Situation
Choose the Right Polar Pattern for the Best Recording in any Situation
90° Pattern
Record from the front at 90°
120° Pattern
Record from the front at 120°Record your band rehearsals in 360° brilliant stereo.
90° Pattern
Record from the front at 90°
Yann
Reviewed in France on August 22, 2015
on entend les moindre bruits, une amplification exceptionnelle et idéale pour un micro professionnel notamment auto alimenté et pratique pour sa mobilité.Consomme pas mal les piles, pensez à prendre un chargeur secteur au cas ou ou des accus.
James Campbell
Reviewed in Germany on June 4, 2012
Ein Gerät, das alle meine Erwartungen übertroffen hat: Einfach zu bedienen, wie ein Cassettenrecorder, aber qualitativ auf professionellem Niveau. Live-Aufnahmen von Konzerten, Radio-recorder, Digitalisierung von Schallplatten, Cassetten oder alten Tonbändern. Die Dateien können noch im Gerät geteilt, beschnitten und normalisiert werden. Einfach fantastisch! In der Beschreibung fehlt ein direkter Hinweis auf die Datenübertragung zum Computer: Gerät ausgeschaltet lassen, USB-Verbindung herstellen mit beilieg. Kabel, unbeleuchteten Bildschirm des Gerätes mit guter Brille im Gegenlicht betrachten und rote Taste (record-Knopf) drücken: Am Computer-Bildschirm erscheint nun das Datei-Menü (E/:). Jetzt kann man alle Folder und Dateien auf dem Gerät sehen, kopieren, verschieben, umbenennen, löschen, ganz bequem und ohne Lupe!
Mark Loughridge
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2011
I'm a minister and was looking for something on which to record sermons so that they can go on the internet. I had tried a variety of recorders from cheap mp3 players, to an ipod + microphone, to minidisc recorders, and now finally this.It has capabilities away beyond what I need, but I am more than satisfied with what I use it for.I was delighted to open the box and find not a 500GB card as advertised but a 1GB card. This was along with the 4GB card that I ordered with it. 1GB is more than enough for me recording at a high bit rate. I was also really pleased to see how well supplied it is with kit - a stand, an adaptor for a microphone stand, a windshield and a variety of cables.PROS- Records in WAV or MP3, in a variety of levels of compression.- Connects straight to the computer for downloading, or you can eject the SD card and plug into a card reader. Almost instanteous download (compared to my old minidisc)- Comes with 1 GB and 4GB card - plenty of room for recording- Built in mics are very good. On several occasions I have forgotten to take my lapel mic and have had to use the built in mics. Great sound quality and pickup.- You can switch between the built in mics - either front or rear facing or both- It has several different levels of automatic gain - ideal for spoken word and instruments- You can set it up for a plug in mic that needs power supplied (great for my small lapel mic)- Simple two presses of a button to record, or one if you set up the sound activated autorecord function (which in turn is fully customisable)- Can also be used as a mic for your computer via a usb cableCONS- You have to charge the batteries separately- I don't think the onboard sound compression is as good as my Mac software - either iTunes or SoundStudio. So I record at a high bitrate and then use either of the others to convert to a smaller bit rate.- My biggest gripe is that there is no 'Lock' button to guard against accidental key presses while you record - not usually a problem, unless, like me you are sticking the device in your pocket.Simple to use, incredibly versatile, so much thought has been put into this. Even with my 'cons' I still give it 5 stars, since 4.5 isnt available and 4 doesnt do it justice.
P. Stephens
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2011
Two things sum up the Zoom H2 - versatility and sound quality. It's a self-contained recorder with four (count 'em!) microphones, able to encode high-quality MP3s on the fly (it also does uncompressed WAV). You can record in stereo from the front (90 degree pickup angle) or back (180 degree) mic pairs, or all four into two stereo files for mixing later into Dolby Surround. It's also got mic and line inputs, so you can record from a desk or an external mic (or any headphone socket - use it to digitise your vinyls!), and a line/phones output too (no internal speaker though, although you get a pair of basic earbuds with it).Besides all that it's a USB microphone too - connect it to your PC/Mac, choose 'audio interface' on the front panel, and it feeds straight into your editing app for video voiceovers etc (I use it to record audiobook chapters). You can even use it as a converter for an analogue mic, bypassing the poor-quality analogue inputs found on most laptops.The sound quality, of microphones and encoded MP3s, is superb. The only significant downsides are the primitive user interface - a tiny mono LCD like a 1970s digital watch and nasty 'blister' buttons - and a tendency to go through batteries fairly quickly, but you soon learn to power from the mains for long sessions and it's worth putting up with the interface for the sheer quality of what it delivers. You get a good kit of accessories too, including a wind shield, a handle (screws into the tripod thread) for hand-holding or mounting on a mic stand, a table stand, a mains adaptor and a decent manual. Mine, from Amazon, also came with a 4GB SD card (as well as the standard 1GB), mini-tripod (not much use) and silicon cover.The H2 is likeable in the way a Henry vacuum cleaner is - the design is functional (and plasticky) rather than stylish, but the bits that matter are quality, and the results are excellent. If you've got any need to make high-quality audio recordings, this will probably do the job. Highly recommended.
C. Gorin
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2010
This is my second H2 because my first H2 was lifted from my unlocked car (my bad). Somebody probably thought it was a digital camera because of the case I kept it in. I shopped for awhile, looking at all the new competitors who've entered the market since the H2 came out. I said "why pay $299 for something I can get for $129?" and the new ones don't even offer the ability to be a USB audio interface for recording. Recording in wav or mp3 format is the same process across the board, period. The FOUR small condenser mic's in the H2 will handle most anything you've got. If not, then you're on the wrong aisle of the recording store.The H2 is also good with direct line-in recording. The horizontal stereo VU meters have a nice feel, responsive, but not too quick and "flicky". The built-in AGC ( automatic gain control ) and limiters are strictly so-so, but you don't need them except for really unpredictable recording levels. Most commercial recordings these days are all mastered to -3 or zero db, so just set your levels to low, safe readings if you're recording off a radio, Internet or CD. You can always boost the level later, if you need to. The line-in is very clean, provided you don't try to overdrive it with a too-hot signal. Recording a "hot" signal onto your recording medium is a dinosaur left over from the days of tape. You were taught to record as hot a signal level as you could to overcome the high noise floor of tape. With the greatly improved signal-to-noise ratios of digital, you can record to -10 db and get great, undistorted recordings every time. I use either the low or the medium gain setting on the H2, never the high.As for build quality, the H2 is not as "hefty" as some of the competing models, but a lot of them will not fit nicely in your shirt pocket, either. And I don't know what world some people are living in who say "I'd hate to think what would happen if I dropped it". I own LOTS of gear that I would hate to drop unprotected - laptops, studio condenser microphones, guitars, digital cameras, cell phones, mp3 players - so why all of a sudden is the H2 criticized for not meeting this ruggedized requirement that most of our present gear does not meet anyway? Ridiculous! Just because something is portable does not mean it's ready to go to Afghanistan in your backpack. I made a little case for my H2 out of an old nylon cassette tape case I had lying around. Popped a little foam padding in there (go to an upholstery shop and buy a scrap piece of good dense foam for a few bucks), made a simple cutout (with the same electric knife I carve the Thanksgiving turkey with) for the plastic tray that came in the factory packaging and I'm good to go. Or buy a small digital camera case and that'll work, too. NOW, dropping it is NOT a problem.The H2 comes with a table stand, a power supply, USB cable, mini-1/8 to RCA, foam pop filter, basic earbuds and a sublimely simple but elegant solution for stand mounting. As for the membrane-style X-Y pad, I haven't had a problem with the first or the second one. Don't mash it - simply depress it lightly and it works great.I use rechargeable batteries, which is the only way to go with any portable electronics like the H2. There's always the included power supply just in case you have an extended session, but 4 batteries gets you 8 hours of function time. Plenty. It's not an mp3 player or cellphone that lasts for several days. Get real.It doesn't do change tempo, but I usually load up Audacity or Propellerhead Record with my tracks and use their superior slow-down features and loop editing for lessons and private practice. Transferring tracks to your computer is as easy as plugging in a USB cable and dragging files onto your desktop. I already have a very small mp3 player (Sanza Fuze, an awesome product) to carry finished tracks around in, so I just use the H2 for specific, everyday recording chores. If you think you need more of a "studio" quality setup, go buy all that gear and start lugging it around, setting it up, tearing it down, etc. Otherwise, just turn on the H2, stick it on a mic stand and record a nice, clean stereo recording of your songwriting demo, rock band, choir, music students, praise team, podcast, etc. Thumbs up! Go on the Zoom website and see all the pros who use the H2.UPDATE 23 Nov 2015: Still using the H2, still love it. Recently recorded a power trio doing old Cream songs in a 14x16 room. Used all four mics at 24/48, got nine great recordings, not a single dropout. Set it on the Low sensitivity and had only one very negligible redline. Battery life is great on this thing! Dropped the front/rear stereo files into Reason to master, EQ, add effects and very happy with the results. The fragile little door to the memory card slot is still there, I'm just careful with it. No problem with the control panel or anything else. A great tool I still use on a weekly basis!
Roslyn Young
Reviewed in France on July 3, 2010
Je suis très contente de ce produit qui me donne un son vraiment extraordinaire, c'est le MUST.
monkuboy
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2008
I wasn't even thinking of buying anything like this and then I got an e-mail ad from a music dealer touting the Edirol R-09. After clicking the ad and reading about it, I got interested so I did some research. Basically the Edirol was too expensive. Then I came across the Zoom H2, which price/feature/review-wise seemed to fit the bill.I also found a website that had sound file samples of several digital recorders, among them the Zoom H2, H4, the Edirol, a couple of Sonys and some other brands. One of the Sony models sounded noticeably better than the rest, but then that one cost $1,850 (so I suppose it should sound noticeably better). The other Sony, which cost nearly $500, was 2nd best but nowhere near as good as its more expensive sibling. After that, the others differed based on the type of music and speech that had been recorded, but overall the H2 held its own and was also the least expensive of the group. It sounded at least as good as the other non-Sony models. So I went ahead and ordered it from Amazon.So far I have only recorded a few things but I am very pleased with its performance. Sound quality is quite good. There are enough menu options to tailor for most circumstances without becoming too confusing or complex. The menu is also very easy to use. Some have complained about the keys being small on the recorder but then what do you expect? Something this small has to have small keys but unless you have really fat fingers or are terribly uncoordinated, you should have no problem whatsoever using this unit.I recorded a taiko drum performance from close range that was pretty loud. I used the "concert" limiter setting on the recording menu and got a pretty good recording that had only a little distortion here and there. Piano comes out sounding pretty natural on this unit. You do need to fiddle around with the various volume and recording settings to find what is optimal, though.Build quality is fine - I have no complaints. It comes with a 512MB SD card but I bought a 2GB card. Transferring files is best done by using a separate card reader. If you transfer directly from the recorder to a computer using a USB cable, it takes a looonnnggg time. Like 16 minutes for 2 .wav files that totaled about 1.3 GB.If you are looking for something to make professional recordings, this is not your answer but it is not intended to be. If you are looking for something that makes very decent-quality recordings and has a versatile range of features, this is one to consider. The manual that comes with it is clearly written and easy to understand, and it comes with everything you need to get started except for batteries. I also like the size - small and unobtrusive. This is a nice little gadget.
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