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Zoom F1 Field Recorder Lavalier Package - F1-LP

9.8

Superb!

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Includes lavalier microphone with windscreen, mic clip, and belt clip
One-touch button controls
Two-channel audio recorder supports up to 24-bit/96 khz audio in bwf-compliant. takes aaa batteries (best with polaroid aaa batteries)
Compatible with zoom microphone capsules
Records directly to micro sd and sdhc cards up to 32 gb

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TASCAM DR-40 4-Track Portable Digital Recorder

9.5

Superb!

TASCAM DR-40 4-Track Portable Digital Recorder Review and Comparison

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Switchable microphone position from x-y to a-b. os - windows xp, windows vista, windows 7, windows 8
Dual recording captures a safety track to prevent distorted takes
Discontinued model replaced by new & improved dr-40x
4-track recording - record the built-in microphones and mic inputs at the same time
Up to 96hz/24-bit resolution. sampling frequency: 44. 1k/48k hz

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Zoom H1n Handy Recorder (2018 Model)

9.1

Superb!

Zoom H1n Handy Recorder (2018 Model) Review and Comparison

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Built-in stereo condenser microphones in 90-degree x/y format
Localized and intuitive menus for easy operation
Streamlined body with matte finish and newly designed protective mic enclosure
One-touch button controls.battery life (alkaline batteries): approximately 10 hours (continuous recording time using built-in mic, 44.1 khz/16-bit)
Playback speed control, voice emphasize filter, and stereo overdubbing functions

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Zoom H1 Portable Digital Audio Recorder Bundle with Lavalier Mic + Cable +

8.8

Great

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Stereo x/y microphone configuration captures stereo recordings with incredible accuracy
Records to microsd and microsdhc memory cards with capacities up to 32gb, 2x aa battery operation
Records wav up to 24-bit/96 khz and mp3 up to 320kbps, streamlined body with matte finish
Simple operation with 1-button recording and all control buttons right on the front of the recorder 3.5mm i/o, usb 2.0 port
For an upgraded recording package the photo savings value bundle includes a professional omnidirectional lavalier microphone

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Zoom H1n Digital Handy Portable Recorder and 16GB Deluxe Accessory Bundle with Xpix

8.7

Great

Zoom H1n Digital Handy Portable Recorder and 16GB Review and Comparison

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Stereo x/y microphone configuration captures stereo recordings with incredible accuracy
Records to microsd and microsdhc memory cards with capacities up to 32gb - get started right away with 16gb card included in the bundle
Records wav up to 24-bit/96 khz and mp3 up to 320kbps for high-quality audio in every situation
Simple operation with 1-button recording and all control buttons right on the front of the recorder 3.5mm i/o, usb 2.0 port, 2x aa battery operation
Xpix professional lavalier microphone included in the deluxe accessory bundle is perfect for interviews and with the included aa batteries you will never risk running out of power

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Zoom H4N PRO Digital Multitrack Recorder - 2016 Version

8.4

Great

Zoom H4N PRO Digital Multitrack Recorder - 2016 Review and Comparison

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2 xlr/trs inputs with locking connectors. records directly to sd/sdhc cards up to 32 gb
Line/phone-line output load impedance- 10 kω or more. line rated output level: -10 dbu. phone- 20 mw + 20 mw (into 32ω load).tempo:40.0 - 250.0 bpm
Four-channel recording up to 24-bit, 96 khz. built-in stereo x/y microphones, up to 140 db spl
4-in/2-out usb audio interface. monaural speaker: 400 mw 8 ω
Usb 2.0 high speed. usb functions can be powered using usb bus power. plug-in and phantom power cannot be set during recording and playback. compatible operating systems is windows vista and newer mac os x 10.6 and newer

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Zoom H2n Handy Recorder

8.1

Great

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Key control, a-b repeat, file dividing, normalize, mp3 post-encode, marker and surround mixer
Records in wav up to 24-bit/96khz and mp3 up to 320kbps
Over 20 hours of operation using two standard aa batteries
Additional functions include lo-cut filter, compressor/limiter, auto gain, pre-rec, auto-rec, tuner, metronome, variable speed playback
File types supported: mav,mp3

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Zoom Q2n Zoom Handy Video Recorder

7.9

Very Good

Zoom Q2n Zoom Handy Video Recorder Review and Comparison

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10 "scene" presets for use in a variety of different lighting environments
Capture up to 24-bit/96 khz high resolution audio, with data saved in mpeg-4 format for video and wav format for audio-only recordings and records directly to micro sd/sdhc/sdxc cards up to 128 gb for extended recording times
Audio functions: lo-cut filter (off, 80hz, 120hz, or 160hz), auto gain
High-quality 160 degree wide-angle lens (f2.0, 16.6 mm)
Built-in x/y stereo microphones, capable of handling very loud music sound levels up to 120 db spl
Video resolutions and frame rates: hd 1080p / 30 fps, hd 1080p / 24 fps, hd 720p / 30 fps , hd 720p / 24 fps,audio formats:wav (24-bit/96 khz, 24-bit/48 khz, 16-bit/44.1 khz)

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Zoom H5 Four-Track Portable Recorder

7.5

Very Good

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Includes detachable x/y capsule (xyh-5) with extended signal capacity and shock mounted mics for reduced handling noise
Two mic/line inputs with xlr/trs combo connectors each with selectable phantom power and -20db pad
Uses a system of interchangeable input capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lens of a camera
Four-track simultaneous recording; built-in speaker: 400mw 8 ω mono
Runs on 2 aa batteries and records directly to sd/ sdhc cards up to 32gb

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Zoom Q2n-4K Handy Digital Multitrack Video Recorder with 32GB Deluxe Accessory Bundle

7.2

Very Good

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Product Highlights

Five wide to tele field of view (fov) settings and twelve preset lighting scenes for optimal exposure
Built-in x/y stereo condenser microphones with 120db spl handling, can also record in audio-only mode
Captures 4k at 30 fps or 1080p60 high definition video and records 24-bit/96 khz audio
High dynamic range technology, 1/2.3" cmos sensor, 150° f/2.8 wide-angle lens, lcd screen
Add-on accessories in the deluxe value bundle from photo savings include an led light kit, multi-function clip clamp, and more (see description)

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