Zoom H1 Portable Digital Recorder, Version 2.0

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The audio quality of the H1 is very impressive, and exhibits minimal operational and handling noise (particularly if you’re careful not to manhandle the unit too much during recordings). We also took the device outside when there was a moderate amount of wind, and our recordings were dominated by wind noise.

Unfortunately, this became an all too familiar orifice during my time with the H1 as the review model exhibited some bad behaviour with respect to batteries. In this point of view it's a god starting point for collecting audio samples and recording interviews etc.An ⅛" stereo mic/line input lets you record with your external microphones or other sound sources, and supplies plug-in power (2.

Perfect for all types of live stereo recording, the X/Y microphone covers a wide area while still capturing sound sources in the centre with clarity and definition. LC graphic display provides information on its operating status and intuitive navigation is ensured by a clear multilingual menu. Since the Zoom-9002 (an ultra-compact multi-effects processor that can be attached to a guitar strap) was introduced in 1990, Zoom has become one of the leaders in digital audio processing.It hasn't failed me in anything and I've recorded a lot of stuff with it, from percussion samples to rehearsals, ambient sounds, animals, etc.