Zoom H2n

The Zoom H2n Handy Recorder is a versatile and feature-packed portable recording device, renowned for its adaptability and advanced capabilities. Here are the key features of the H2n:

1. Five Built-in Microphones and Four Recording Modes:
   • The H2n comes with five built-in microphones and supports four recording modes: Mid-Side (MS) stereo, 90° X/Y stereo, and both 2-channel and 4-channel surround, providing flexibility for various recording scenarios.
2. Analog-Type Input Gain Control:
   • Features analog-type input gain control, allowing precise adjustment of input levels for optimal recording quality.
3. Auto Gain and Three Preset Recording Levels:
   • Auto Gain provides three preset recording levels, simplifying the setup for different recording environments.
4. Stereo ⅛” Mic/Line In Mini Phone Jack:
   • Equipped with a stereo ⅛” Mic/Line In mini phone jack with Plug-in power (2.5V), offering additional input options.
5. Stereo ⅛” Phone/Line Output Jack:
   • Includes a stereo ⅛” Phone/Line Output jack with dedicated volume control for convenient monitoring.
6. Built-in Reference Speaker:
   • Features a built-in reference speaker for fast monitoring of recorded audio.
7. Large 1.8 Inch Backlit LCD Display:
   • The large backlit LCD display provides clear and easy navigation through menu options.
8. Recording to SD and SDHC Cards:
   • Records directly to SD and SDHC cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB, supporting high-quality audio formats such as 24-bit/96 kHz in BWF-compliant WAV or various MP3 formats.
9. Auto-Record and Pre-Record Features:
   • Auto-record and pre-record features help ensure that you never miss the beginning of a recording, capturing audio before you hit the record button.
10. WAV to MP3 Conversion:
    • Allows for WAV to MP3 conversion directly on the device.
11. Internal Mixdown:
    • Internal mixdown feature enables four-track surround to stereo conversion.
12. Up to 99 Marks per Recording:
    • Supports up to 99 marks per recording, facilitating easy navigation during playback.
13. Built-in Effects:
    • Features built-in effects such as compression/limiting and low-cut filtering to enhance the recorded audio.
14. Onboard MS Decoding:
    • Onboard MS decoding for Mid-Side stereo recording.
15. Normalize and Divide Functions:
    • Normalize and divide functions for post-production audio processing.
16. Chromatic Tuner and Metronome:
    • Includes a chromatic tuner and metronome for musical applications.
17. Loop Playback:
    • Supports loop playback with user-defined start and stop points.
18. Variable Playback Speed and Pitch:
    • Variable playback speed (50% to 150%) for phrase training and variable pitch without affecting playback speed.
19. USB Port for Data Exchange:
    • USB port for data exchange to and from a computer and use as a USB microphone.
20. 4-in/2-out USB Audio Interface:
    • Functions as a 4-in/2-out USB audio interface for PC/Mac computers, expanding its capabilities for recording and playback.
21. SD Card Reader Function:
    • SD card reader function simplifies data transfer between the recorder and a computer.
22. Data Recovery Function:
    • Data recovery function automatically saves data in case of power failure or if the card is removed.
23. Mounts Directly to Tripod or DSLR:
    • Can be mounted directly to a tripod or DSLR for versatile recording setups.
24. Power Options:
    • Runs on only 2 standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries, or with an AC adapter (AD-17, USB to AC type), providing over 20 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries.

In summary, the Zoom H2n Handy Recorder is a workhorse in the field of portable recording, offering an impressive array of features suitable for a wide range of audio recording applications.