Best Buy has started offering the Zoom H2n Handy Recorder for $199.99 with free shipping. This portable recorder comes equipped with five integrated studio-quality microphones and provides 4 recording modes such as Mid-Side (MS) stereo, 90-degree X/Y stereo, 2-channel and 4-channel surround sound for versatile use. The Zoom H2n also records in WAV up to 24-bit/96kHz and MP3 up to 320kbps. Other specs include a 1.8-inch LCD display, a built-in reference speaker, a new data recovery function, and a High-Speed USB 2.0 interface. The Zoom H2n is powered by a pair of standard AA alkaline batteries that offer enough juice for up to 20-hour of operation time. [Product Page]
The Zoom R8 is the perfect tool for capturing audio on-the-go. The device allows you to record live music performances, rehearsals, songwriting sessions or even audio for film and video. Measuring 10-inch x 7.5-inch x 2-inch, the R8 is able to playback up to eight tracks of audio at up to 24-bit/48kHz resolution as WAV files. If you make a mistake, you can use the UNDO/REDO function to cancel the last recording operation and restore the previous state. The included 2GB SD card contains 500MB of drum loops from Big Fish Audio. The Zoom R8 portable music production solution is priced at 34,650 or around $418. [Product Page]
If you’ve ever had dreams of becoming a music mogul and super producer but fear that you will spend all of your money on equipment only to have it be all for nothing in the end, then we have an easy solution for you. The Zoom R24 Home Studio in a Box is a great all-in-one tool to get you started on the fast track to music production. This device combines an interface, controller and sampler all into one. This may not be enough equipment for a professional producer but is definitely enough to get you started into the profession. [CrunchGear]
Zoom has unveiled its smallest handheld voice recorder, the H1 Handy Recorder. Weighing at only two ounces, the gadget promises clear 24-bit, 96kHz stereo recording quality despite its size and has a new user interface touted as easier to use. This portable gadget features two microphones arranged in an X/Y pattern, a USB 2.0 port and a microSDHC card slot (up to 32GB), which can record up to 50-hour of audio. Each purchase comes equipped with a 2GB microSDHC card. This voice recorder requires a single AA battery that provides enough juice for up to 10-hour. The Zoom H1 will be available on July 30th, 2010 for $99 a pop. [Electronista]
Here is good news for those who are living in the US. ZOOM has recently announced the availability of the Q3 Handy Video recorder in the US market. Priced at $249, the camcorder captures video at 640 x 480 (30fps) and records 24-bit/48 kHz audio via a pair of condenser microphones. The ZOOM Q3 draws its power from two AA batteries. Other features include a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 LCD display and an SDHC card slot. [SamsonTech via Digital Camera Blog]
