Zoom H2n Handy Recorder

This "next" version of the original H2 features 5 microphones capsules allowing for multiple recording patterns including Mid-Side recording.
Zoom H2N
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[@chas2077]

This has to be one of the most professional reviews I've ever seen on KZbin, Great work!

[@Prabhath_the_Dawn]

I bought this from a local store here in Bangalore, India after seeing your review :) Very well explained. Thanks so much!

[@BandH]

@TheDoc1019 No problem at all. An advanced Auto Gain Control (AGC) and lo-cut filter allow the H2n to record audio at the most appropriate level while minimizing unwanted noise without having to adjust settings. If desired, you can also adjust the gain levels manually with the mic gain wheel. The built-in compressor/limiter puts a cap on maximum audio levels to ensure that your recordings remain distortion-free.

[@profgyland2]

As always, perfect professional explanations about the product something that is often lacking in documentations in the social media. Thank you for being such a great company.

[@billzidis2656]

That was a great short review ! Subscribed !

[@BandH]

@iPrank App I recommend choosing the mid-side mode which allows adjustment of the width of the stereo field for terrific flexibility, setting the perfect amount of ambient/surrounding noise. Mid-side recording combines a uni-directional mid mic that captures sound directly in front of you and a bi-directional side mic that captures sound from your left and right. By adjusting the level of the side mic, the width of the stereo field is controlled.

[@BandH]

@trojancelis A simple dial on top of the recorder lets you switch between traditional XY stereo, 2-channel surround, 4-channel surround, and a mid-side stereo mode. You cannot use two modes simultaneously. Only one recording mode may be selected at a time. Thank you for watching.

[@damianmcdermott7077]

Excellent demonstration. Great device!

[@BandH]

@trojancelis Your best choice would be to record in the mid-side mode which allows you to adjust the width of your stereo field for terrific flexibility. When recording in RAW mode, you can even adjust the field after you've made a recording.

[@AGKyran]

You're the best ! I really needed to be sure it has a speaker. I'm always outdoors, so recording myself without being able to hear what I record before going home, that would be a torture.

[@GentBajra]

Definately gonna get this. Great review man!

[@arfurlife]

the best review on this product. very well done chaps.

[@BandH]

@jonock1 You do not have to turn or rotate the recorder to engage or perceive the benefit of the various mic recording modes. The H2n?s onboard 90° X/Y stereo condenser mics are arranged with the right and left mics on the same axis. This design ensures that the mics are always equidistant from the sound source for perfect localization and no phase shifting. The result is brilliant stereo recording with natural depth and accurate imaging.

[@BandH]

@gorrosound The differential in price is well justified for the Zoom H2 as it offers 4 microphones and additional recording features that are beneficial. The H1 does have a very convenient, slim form factor that you may prefer however.

[@BandH]

@gorrosound No problem at all. A high-speed USB 2.0 port lets you transfer recordings to your Mac or PC. You can even use the H2n as a live USB mic, terrific for VoIP chats and podcasting. The H2n can also act as a high-speed USB card reader.

[@BandH]

This handy little recorder offers 4 selectable recording patterns to choose from. For ambient recording you may want to experiment a bit to obtain the most pleasing results. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@atreyuf]

Love my H2n for 7 years now! I use it mainly for video in tandem with my Atomos Ninja V and Nikon camera.

[@BandH]

The Apogee MiC USB Microphone offers excellent audio quality but would need to operate with a computer or IOS device like the iPad or iPhone. The Zoom H2n is amazingly versatile with it's 5 HQ integrated microphones, selectable recording patterns, and stand alone design. You can even use the H2n as a live USB mic. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. MarkS

[@aGuyNamedJonas]

Great video, helped me out tremendously- thanks guys!

[@themeloninc]

Great review!

[@BandH]

@Jessica Brett We use PluralEyes from Singular Software. It will automatically sync your audio to video. There are versions available for use with Final Cut Pro. Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, Sony Vegas Pro, and Edius. B&H # SIPEFCP. You may e-mail us if you need details: [e-mail]

[@gShinzei]

Extremely good review, thanks

[@BandH]

In addition to standard chromatic tuning, the tuner also supports seven-string guitar, five-string bass and alternate tunings. The convenient metronome can even provide a count in and the speed and pitch of playback can be adjusted, making it a useful practice companion. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@Bigchurchmusic]

Excellent presentation!

[@BandH]

+J. Springston It sure will. The Zoom H2n will record to a WAV or MP3 file. Since KZbin?s not designed to host files that are exclusively audio (.MP3, .WAV, etc.) you'll need to combine audio and image files into a format that will work on KZbin. You can use free programs like Windows Live Movie Maker or iMovie to add an image to an audio track so you can convert it into a .WMV video file. After you?ve converted the file, you can then upload it to KZbin. bit.ly/1lJA4pY Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: [e-mail]. Mark S.

[@hatleeband]

Great demo! Thank you!

[@ConradCarriker]

really informative review. thank you!

[@BandH]

No problem at all. The H2n has an unprecedented 5 microphones built in, providing you with 4 selectable recording patterns to choose from. But your audio will be richer and more pleasing if you can stay close to your subject. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@BandH]

The mid-side mode is commonly used in film and broadcast and allows adjustment of the width of your stereo field for terrific flexibility, setting the perfect amount of ambient/surrounding noise. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@BandH]

You can mount the recorder with the Revo Hot Shoe to 1/4"-20 Male Post Adapter which has a threaded 1/4"-20 stud on the top and a "cold" male flash shoe on the bottom (B&H # RESACS14M). The built-in mics will rival the performance of the Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro and offer the added benefit of a back-up recording. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@Zajecik]

This is what i call review ! Good job !

[@jojen17]

Thank you! Just ordered mine.

[@knoptop]

Very thorough overview, thanks!

[@dougsteeleguitar]

Nice! Bought one today.

[@BandH]

@riKringkast Traditional XY (stereo) recording mimics human hearing. The MS technique gives you more control over the width of the stereo spread than other microphone recording techniques, and allows you to make adjustments at any time after the recording is finished. A mono shotgun mic with a tight directional pick-up pattern is the best solution. Consider the Audio-Technica AT8035 (B&H# UAT8035). Questions? E-mail us: [e-mail]

[@BandH]

@Ariel ASMR The H2n is conveniently equipped with a built-in 1/4"-20 standard tripod threading on the chassis bottom. You can use this adapter to adapt to a microphone stand: WindTech M-7 Thread Adapter For Lighting Stands or Camera Tripods - Converts 1/4"-20 Female to 5/8"-27 Male - B&H # WIM7TA . Marks. E-mail: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com

[@BandH]

@Searchinganswers We're sorry, KZbin does not allow any URL/Links in comments, so we're just referencing the B&H item code to check on our shopping page.

[@shingAMarie]

Thanks alot for the information. It really helps, I am definitely going to order it!

[@owenwalters3967]

Love it! Good looking

[@jean-luchottinger5921]

Excellent presentation.

[@BandH]

@Abraham Villegas Experiment a bit as every situation is different - but you will need to hear the results for yourself and choose whatever works best for you. Compare sessions recorded in X/Y Stereo and in Mid-Side modes to obtain the optimal soundstaging and presence possible.

[@BandH]

Yes this recorder has a small, built-in reference speaker. A USB 2.0 port is built-in for high-speed data transfer. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@Raku777]

Thanks for sharing. I like that you actually use the mic that you are reviewing. A few I have seen are talking into another mic while reviewing another. You artfully have given enough to feel the features. Thanks again.

[@BandH]

Start with "AUTO" and the mid-side stereo mode. Do mot be afraid to experiment with other settings to find what works best for you. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@theresanguyen9133]

I Love this! Please tell me what did you use for that configuration. I mean the one you held it like a wireless Microphone. Absolutely astounding.

[@BandH]

@Searchinganswers B&H offers a wired remote control available as part of this kit: B&H# ZOAPH2N. The recorder has a timer function available in record and playback modes and also a remaining recordable time indicator.

[@dongee6351]

Very good presentation.

[@RichardHubbuck]

Comprehensive - as always!

[@RRivesNYC]

The unit is designed to have the operator face the screen and the sound source on the other side for stereo and mid-side recording; which is how you'd probably want to use it to record a band in a field recording. If you're doing surround recordings, then it records sound from 360 degrees around the unit.

[@BandH]

Yes -you can connect via the 3.5mm Line OUT port using an attenuation cable into your camera's microphone input port: B&H # SEL2MZH4N. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@carot2003]

I have one, its great, very clear, great on stage or room acoustic recording. Batteries last ages and large sd card last ages as well..

[@DudeFromUkraine]

Great video!

[@riKringkast]

Thank for a swift and detailed response! I'm a student, and as such have a limited budget. Now I know that at $150 H2n isn't exactly cheap, but I'm willing to spend that amount if it'll secure good lecture recordings. Forking out over $230 for a shotgun mic is a bit too much I'm afraid. I should also mention that I need something compact, which is why I went for a dictaphone-type recorder rather than a shotgun mic. If you can recommend a cheaper, but good, dictaphone, I'd be very interested :)

[@hv5304]

Top video review, thanks...!

[@BandH]

Stereo recording is preferred for most ambient bird song applications. The Zoom H2n offers remarkable recording quality for its price and form factor. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@hereAIam]

@artidiot you can, since you can plug it in directly into your computer via usb and record over video or using something like garageband and such

[@nomadcompany]

excellent review

[@GrizDrummer25]

awesome review! thanks! any settings you would recommend off the bat for filming a movie outside?

[@BandH]

The XY setup generally offers you a workable but narrower, more focused stereo image than other stereo-miking techniques and there is often a 3 dB drop in the center of the image as the center sound information is hitting both mics off-axis. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S

[@BandH]

@riKringkast The quality of the H2n belies its low price point. Consider a lower priced voice recorder, if you will: Philips 8GB Voice Tracer 865 Digital Recorder with Zoom Mic System - B&H # PHPVTR8658G. Please e-mail any additional questions to: [e-mail]

[@RenStarFilm]

Nice Green screen work!!!!!!!!

[@BandH]

You need to adjust the input gain and the distance between you and? the recorder to avoid overmodulation distortion. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@HDreamsProductions]

Awesome. Im getting it!...

[@TeleVirtual]

thanks after I look for a mic for DSLR - for many days at Guitar Center, Best Buy, etc etc- I believe this is the best and cheapest solution for DSLR- of course there are others so expensive ones.

[@hellion605]

excellent review, thanks!!! :)

[@dspoet1]

What settings did you use to record this video (ms/xy/2ch/4vh)? Also, what kind of stand are you using for the h2n zoom?

[@shingAMarie]

Did you apply any post effects the recorded audio? It sounded really good, it seems very natural, so I was wondering if you did any post or not. Usually when I record with all the zoom products I have it picks up alot of low end so I have to use an HPF but I was wondering if this was at all the case with your review. Thanks , and I look forward to your reply!

[@JosBlomsma]

"Even Moby uses it!""

[@BandH]

It sure is - but you would want to mic your subjects closely by using wired lavaliers or suspending the Zoom recorder from a boompole just outside the frame of the shot, but as close to your subject as possible. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. MarkS

[@PaulTheillusionist]

Awesome thank you!

[@angielemus192]

Got you,@ understood Angie Lemus.

[@boristrap]

Thanks for the info. :D

[@bezpridelas]

I have a question about mic Zoom H2N for writting music (guitar and singing). About settings - should I use auto gain setting or wheel on right side of mic? Maybe you have other tips for using this mic when recording live performance (inside/outside) to get best quality. Thank you for information and all the best luck!

[@BandH]

You may transfer sound files from your computer's hard drive via USB or connect to your computer's sound card via its line/headphone output into the recorder's stereo mic/line input. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@jakipramos]

I just got mine today and this video was 7 years ago.

[@trunitemare]

I love B&H Photo.

[@BrandtJacobus]

thanks for your video... Is there a way to adjust existing sound files from previous recordings within device.. File description: XY mode.. non-raw file.. (hoping to back off crowd noise against my guitar performance. Thank you for any help!

[@AsFewFalseThingsAsPossible]

When you are recording I see you have the screen side away from you, is that always the best way, have the sound source (such as a band in a field recording) facing the non screen side ? Thanks great review.

[@BandH]

Watch your inputs gain levels and try the lo-cut filter. Also use the foam windscreen and adjust your speaking distance from the mics. Try recording without the AGC and adjusting the input gain levels manually for the best results. Set the Compressor /Limiter to avoid distortion peaking. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@Tekgila]

Can I use this as an external mic without have to plug in the batteries?

[@maxlarsen]

QUALITY is superb!! dont think there is anything that beats this!

[@TomiBonTomi_2.0]

Quality reviews here only!

[@emmasvensson1656]

I want to scream and stuff but it sounds terrible when i do it :/ should i buy a blue snowball ?

[@BandH]

Simply adjust the input gain via the Zoom's gain controls as detailed in the Zoom's Owners Guide. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@pranksnlolz5212]

Hi, just got this baby and have to do some indoor interviews. Just wondering what settings you used for making this video?

[@ignatz1967]

Thanks for this video! Can I record directly from my computer with this recorder. I am having an impossible time finding out if it is possible to record sounds from my computer into any audio recorder let alone this one.

[@cmcgurrin10]

I am recording a vocalist in a recital hall with this mic. Should the mic be placed in front of the singer or in the audience area to capture the sound from there?

[@AbramRVille]

My band just bought one of these. I want to know what do you recommend on settings and stuff like that if we want to record our rehearsals and jams ?

[@BandH]

You need to adjust the input gain and the distance between you and the recorder to avoid overmodulation distortion. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. Mark S.

[@anabellepalacios8489]

Love it

[@Mr13haseeb]

I liked the entire tutorial . I just want to ask you that is it possible to attach my H2n with a tripod and use is a boom mic . I did and the problem was even when I hold this device , I can hear that holding noise even, which is really annoying, or if attch it with Anything still there is that holding noise if I move from one character to another . Kindly help me with it that how should I remove this holding noise which recording.

[@BandH]

You will need to isolate the recorder from the boom arm/boom pole to minimize any handling noise by using a shock mount: Rycote 041119 Portable Recorder Suspension B&H # RY41119: bhpho.to/2MIPDgq >Mark

[@dman34]

could this unit be used to record audio within a college classroom? If not does zoom make and unit that can be used to record audion in a classroom setting (where the instructor might be 10 to 20 feet away)? Thank you

[@sunfire65ph]

How do you connect the camera with the H2N? Or do you just sync them in post production?

[@jessicabrett1]

Could you please tell me, what programe did you use to add both the audio and the video together?

[@PierreBruynooghe]

Why you don't turn on the H2n when you speak with it ?

[@LifevsMusic]

@standrick the compressor completely sucks. i just got my h2n. the mic, or probably rather the built in amps create noise, which is a problem with any mic, actually. got the same with a studio mic of comparable quality/price. but the compressor presets all increase this noise drastically, which makes most recordings useless unless you intentionally want that noise. but i think it's good to keep the recording as raw as possible anyway. ;) hope that helps!

[@gusscel]

For recording a jam session, (two guitars, bass and drums) and the mic placed in the middle of the room, wich mic setting would be the most apropiate one ?

[@New_Zealand_Music]

I like this recorder. I've sothe so much about the test Tascam recorders and they seem to have so many bugs. Would you recommend this for recording music please. Thank you very much any advice would be appreciated. Gosh, that windscreen works very well

[@BandH]

The Zoom H2n records music very well via its onboard 5-Mic Array. >Mark

[@riKringkast]

I just ordered this impressive little device and I've got a question regarding which mic settings I should use. I'll be using it to record college lectures, so I'm mostly interested in getting sound from the front. The auditorium I'm sitting in houses 400 students, so there's going to be a fair bit of background noise. What would be the best settings for a front-only recording with high background noise? (XY or MS with a cutoff for the background noise?)

[@rymdskrotet]

Is the H2N about to get followed up with something newer?