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A Super-handy Recorder with Five Mics Onboard!

The versatile Zoom H2n handheld recorder seriously raises the bar for portable recorders — and not just other handhelds! With five onboard microphones and a ton of recording options, the H2n is more than just a handheld recorder, it's a pocket-sized recording studio. It can record in conventional XY stereo, 360-degree surround, and even Mid-Side stereo — all with pristine detail! Whether you're a singer/songwriter or a whole band, capturing live music or samples for sound design, you're going to love recording with the ultra-versatile Zoom H2n!

Five microphones, tons of possibilities

This handy handheld recorder puts five of Zoom's best microphone capsules in the palm of your hand, giving you the perfect pickup patterns for any situation. Set the H2n to conventional XY stereo mode to record your band's next show, or set it to Mid-Side stereo mode, which lets you adjust the stereo spread — even after you've recorded! Plus, the H2n can also record in 360-degree surround recording, which is just what you need to capture interviews, band practices, and more.

Record with total confidence

Don't suffer the frustration of losing your work, ever again! When Zoom set out to make the H2n, they decided to make it as reliable as possible. Even if your H2n loses power in the middle of recording, its auto recovery mode will restore your recorded data, as soon as you power it back up. But that's not all. The H2n also comes equipped with an onboard compressor/limiter, and an analog gain circuit, protecting your recordings from nasty digital clipping.

Freakishly simple to use

With all of these exciting and super-useful tools onboard, you might expect the H2n to be complicated to use. Don't worry, Zoom built this handheld recorder to be incredibly easy to use. You can access all of the H2n's most important functions right from the front panel. Even switching from Mid-Side mode to 360-degree surround sound mode just takes a twist of a dial. Recording with the H2n couldn't be simpler. And as if all of these reasons weren't enough make the H2n a truly must-have recording tool, here are a few bonuses. First off, the H2n comes equipped with USB 2.0. Not only does this let you quickly transfer your recordings to your computer, it also lets you use the H2n as a USB microphone. How cool is that!?

Zoom H2n Handheld SD Recorder Features:

  • A handheld recorder that's ready for any situation
  • 5 onboard microphones give you tons of recording options
  • Crystal-clear 1.8-inch backlit LCD display is easy to see in variable lighting conditions
  • Mid-Side (MS) mics provide continuously variable stereo width control — even after you've recorded
  • Get stunning 360-degree surround sound recordings using the Mid-Side and XY mics together
  • Data recovery function has you recover your recordings if you lose power
  • Built-in reference speaker confirms that your recording has been captured
  • High-Speed USB 2.0 interface lets you transfer files to your computer and use the H2n as a USB microphone
  • Uses SD/SDHC cards up to 32GB (sold separately) for over 50 hours of recording time (16-bit/44.1kHz WAV)

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Tech Specs

  • Audio Interface: Yes
  • A/D Resolution: 24-bit/96kHz
  • Simultaneous Rec Tracks: 4
  • Simultaneous Play Tracks: 4
  • Built-in Mic(s): 5
  • Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8", 1 x 1/8" (Mic)
  • Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/8" (headphones)
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
  • Built-in Speaker: Yes
  • Memory (removable): SD/SDHC Card Slot (up to 32GB)
  • USB: Yes
  • Power Supply: 2 x AA Batteries (sold separately)
  • Battery Life: 20 hrs.
  • Stand Mountable: Yes
  • Height: 4.33"
  • Width: 2.5"
  • Depth: 1.26"
  • Weight: .24 lbs. (Without Batteries)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: ZH2N

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Zoom H2n

These things are awesome!! I also have the H2 that has served me faithfully for well over 15 years and thousands of hours of recordings.
The H2n IS more sensitive, but the onboard speaker is a joke!
But, for overall ease of use, and the quality of the recordings, these things would be almost impossible to beat!!!!
And, although I have used Cubase for years, the free download of Wavelab Cast makes this an unbelievable deal.
10 stars!
Music background: Guitar player and writer
Rated 5/5

Lose the iPhone and get the H2N

The H2N offers an array of different stereo recording capabilities for capturing a band practice, an acoustic guitar idea, a duo or trio, a surround-sound field recording, boasts an insane battery life and level setting that no iPhone can touch. I've used mine for deep-woods foul weather field recording, used it in conjunction with a lav mic, used in a portable booth for voiceover work and positioned to record three and four amp band practices with drums. In each setting it does an amazing job. My favorite "duh" feature is simply that you can't overwrite what you recorded - it always starts a new file, and the USB hookup to retrieve files couldn't be easier. I'd recommend purchasing the extras package so you get a case and a VERY handy tripod with extendable legs. Unless you need multitrack, this is the portable recording device you want, your iPhone is for calls and email!
Music background: Bass player, guitarist, songwriter
Rated 5/5

Great for more than one purpose!

Not only does the Zoom H2n work great for field recordings, but it also works amazingly well for recordings right off of the soundboard using a RCA out using line in. I do this regularly when I perform out. I also use it for digitizing records off of my stereo receiver. Highly recommended! You won't be disappointed.
Rated 5/5

Good sound and super flexible use

So glad I got this little mic. It is small and easy to carry with you. Sits upright on its on- No stand needed! Have recorded guitar parts, vocals, dobro, bass guitar with this thing and it sounds good! Noise floor is not super low, but for a cheap, small, battery powered, multi-mic unit it is as low as I suppose one should expect. Recorded parts are definitely usable.
I think the hidden gem in this mic is really it's flexibility. If I wanna go out in the woods and play just my guitar and capture nature sounds I can do that on battery power with nothing else needed. Or I can hook it up to my pc and it serves as an all-in-one usb microphone/interface for my DAW. Also, i can record into a DAW on my Android phone with this as a usb mic or use it for my video mic while recording video on my phone! And the phone will power it! Crazy cool!
Again this mic really does sound good to me. The noise floor just shows up a bit much on finger picked acoustic guitars and such, but still usable. Im just used to my studio mics and preamps that have a lower noise floor. Again, very glad I got this mic! The fact that I can multitrack quality recordings with just this and my phone is sooo cool! Also, I do recommend the accessories for this mic. The windscreen, stand adapter, tripod, and such come in very handy.
Music background: Make a little money at it sometimes
Rated 5/5

The most versatile recorder Zoom makes

I used the N2n to record lectures. I also used the H2n on top of my camera for videos. I used it to record 2 lavalier mics for an interview, while the remaining 2 channels served as a "room" mic. The vertical design is less obtrusive than other models. The navigation is easy, and the battery life is strong. I have had 2 units and it will be a sad day if this model is abandoned or not updated. The mid-side field offers a unique stereo field that very few other setups allow. The only problem that I can think of is that files NOT recorded on the unit cannot be played back. Meaning, this unit cannot be used as a playback device. If you want playback functionality, a Tascam unit would be better. All told, this is probably the best game in town.
Music background: Youtube

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Chris Jenkins

I've used the Zoom H2n for recording meetings, video shoots, and church services. Althought it has a crazy amount of features it’s easy to use because most of the controls right there on the front and sides - no need to go digging through some complicated menu system to change what I'm doing and interrupt the creative process. And with that nice big screen, it’s easy to see what I’m doing. Whether I’m acting as the FOH engineer at my church or capturing great audio for a video shoot, I couldn’t see myself without having it in my arsenal.
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