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Zoom F2 Lavalier Body-Pack Compact Recorder, 32-Bit Float Recording, No Clipping, Audio for Video, Records to SD, and Battery Powered with Included Lavalier Microphone
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Brand | Zoom |
Hardware Interface | MicroSD, SDHC |
Microphone Form Factor | Lavalier |
Format | WAV |
Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Product Dimensions | 2.4"D x 11.61"W x 9.76"H |
Memory Storage Capacity | 512 GB |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
Battery Life | 14 Hours |
About this item
- 32-Bit Float technology for clip-free recording
- Records directly to micro SD and SDHC cards up to 512 GB
- Records 44.1kHz/32-bit or 48kHz/32-bit WAV files
- Rec Hold function to avoid accidental operation of buttons
- Runs on 2 standard AAA alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries for up to 14 hours
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Battery life | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 3.6 | — |
Sound quality | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 | — |
User interface | 4.3 | — | 4.0 | 3.6 | — |
Easy to use | 3.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | — |
Value for money | 3.3 | — | 4.0 | 4.0 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Safe 'N Quick | Kellards | Photo4Less |
hardware interface | sdhc, microsd | secure digital | usb2.0 | usb, sdhc, secure digital | micro sdhc |
memory capacity | 512 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
format | wav | mp3 audio, wav | — | mp3 audio, wav | wav |
battery quantity | 2 aaa, 2 aa | 2 aaa, 1 aa | — | 2 aa, 2 aaaa | 4 aa |
weight | 0.5 pounds | 0.3 pounds | — | 130 grams | — |
mic form factor | Lavalier | Lavalier | Built-In | Built-In | Lavalier |
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Product information
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 9.76 x 11.61 x 2.4 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B00AM9SLVO |
Item model number | F2 |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,868 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #26 in Portable Studio Recorders |
Date First Available | November 9, 2020 |
Hardware Interface | MicroSD, SDHC |
Size | F2 Recorder |
Battery type | Alkaline |
Media Format | WAV |
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Product Description
Zoom F2 Lavalier Body-Pack Compact Recorder, 32-Bit Float Recording, No Clipping, Audio for Video, Records to SD, and Battery Powered with Included Lavalier Microphone
From the manufacturer
F2
FIELD RECORDER & LAVALIER MIC
32-BIT FLOAT TECHNOLOGY IN OUR SMALLEST, LIGHTEST RECORDER EVER
Features
- Light and compact audio recorder
- 32-Bit Float recording for full dynamic range and clip free recording
- No gain adjustment necessary
- Records 44.1kHz/32-bit float or 48kHz/32-bit float audio files
- Stereo ⅛" Mic/Line In mini phone jack with Plug-in power (2.5V)
- Runs on only 2 standard AAA alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries, or AC adapter (AD-17)
- Records directly to micro SD and SDHC cards up to 512 GB
BUILT FOR BIG THINGS
For podcasters, videographers, bloggers, journalists and more, the F2 is the perfect audio solution for creators on the move.
DON’T BE FOOLED BY ITS SIZE
The F2 is incredibly small, but its audio quality will amaze you.
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PLEASE HOLDOnce you start your recording, use the F2’s HOLD switch to ensure you don’t accidentally stop recording. |
LOCK ‘N LAVScrew-lock connectors keep your lav plugged-in securely no matter the situation. |
THE F2 EDITORThe F2 Editor for PC and Mac allows you to adjust settings, format SD cards and more. Simply connect your F2 or F2-BT via a USB cable and launch the editor. The USB connection also makes it easy to transfer files to your computer |
LAVALIER INCLUDEDThe LMF-2 omnidirectional lavalier microphone has a low-profiled design, captures high-quality audio, and includes a windscreen and lapel mic clip. |
AUDIO ON AUTOPILOT
The F2 features 32-bit float recording technology, allowing you to record the loudest audio signals without worrying about clipping. It will also record the quietest signals in beautiful detail. And the best part is you don’t have to worry about setting the gain. Just plug in the lav and hit record.
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Customers like the sound quality and ease of operation of the voice recorder. For example, they mention it's easy to use, has a decent mic and that it'll boost the audio automatically. That said, some complain about the microphone. Opinions are mixed on quality, performance, and value.
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Customers like the sound quality of the voice recorder. They say that it works well, has a decent mic, and boosts the sound automatically. They also appreciate the 32-bit float audio and the option to fix the audio further in post.
"...love the 32bit float and the option to fix the audio further in post. would refer this to others and highly recommend for wedding usage...." Read more
"The sound quality of the recorder is extremely accurate, very good quality and an excellent value and it will serve the needs of everybody and..." Read more
"...is on an individual and someone else is talking, their sound is boosted automatically. I use these during weddings and any other event I'm filming...." Read more
"...That is not the case -- the inexpensive lav yields muddy sound...." Read more
Customers like the ease of operation of the voice recorder. They say the user interface is good, but a bit complicated. They also appreciate the simple controls and reliable design. Customers also say the sound quality is great and it's easy to edit in Audition.
"...They're easy to operate. I highly recommend!" Read more
"...This little F2 is simple, compact and very reliable. My first purchase was 2, and I have just placed an order for 2 additional as backup." Read more
"...great and when it works, its awesome, sound quality is great, easy to edit in Audition...." Read more
"I was very excited to order the Zoom F2 when I heard about it. The simple controls, the 32-bit floating point recording..." Read more
Customers like the compactness of the voice recorder. They mention that it is simple, reliable, and convenient. Some love the size and weight of the product.
"...Microphone isn't the best but the recorder is compact and light. upgrade your microphone and everything is amazing." Read more
"...This little F2 is simple, compact and very reliable. My first purchase was 2, and I have just placed an order for 2 additional as backup." Read more
"...and the small form factor. But I was disappointed overall with the execution...." Read more
"I love the size and weight of this recorder. It works nicely and extremely easily.🙂 The lavalier is ok, but an upgraded one wouldnt hurt...." Read more
Customers appreciate the 32-bit recording of the voice recorder. They mention that it manages sound levels perfectly.
"...love the 32bit float and the option to fix the audio further in post. would refer this to others and highly recommend for wedding usage...." Read more
"...for filming video and not worrying about sound levels, 32 bit float manages that perfectly...." Read more
"...The simple controls, the 32-bit floating point recording..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the voice recorder. Some mention that the quality is amazing, reliable, and awesome. However, others say that the build quality seems cheap, the battery cover is very cheaply made, and the product is poorly designed.
"I use this for wedding videography, it's a great little recorder that gets the job done...." Read more
"...First, the battery cover is very cheaply made. I broke it the very first time I tried to open it...." Read more
"The sound quality of the recorder is extremely accurate, very good quality and an excellent value and it will serve the needs of everybody and..." Read more
"...The door to the micro SD card also feels cheap, and removing the SD card is difficult. I wish the software offered more features...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the voice recorder. Some mention that it works nicely and extremely easily, while others say that it's functional unusable.
"...The unit is a disappointment." Read more
"...This thing is amazing. I've used it on the beach high tide for wedding officiants and I have to say the quality is amazing...." Read more
"...Very disappointing. I've had to re-record videos where this mic was the audio source. Zoom knows about the problem but has no firmware fix...." Read more
"...This was a nightmare and made working with it impossible.That was until I stumbled upon the solution: use 32gb micro SDs…...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the voice recorder. Some mention that it has excellent value, while others say that it's cheap and has hypocritical advertising. They also mention that the microphone and lav clip are cheap.
"...Really hard to get micro sd in and out. Super cheap quality lav clip. Overall body of recorder feels cheap. Would not recommend at all." Read more
"...while this mic will serve the needs of many, it's acceptable for the price but you can do better if you're willing to spend the money,..." Read more
"Cheap microphone..." Read more
"Amazing for the price!..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the microphone of the voice recorder. They mention that the supplied mic is only so-so, and the unit will only record with its native mic. This has left them with low recording levels.
"...Microphone isn't the best but the recorder is compact and light. upgrade your microphone and everything is amazing." Read more
"...Second, the mic that comes with it is very bad. I am using a tascam mic and it is much better...." Read more
"...tried plugging in a higher quality lav, but the unit will only record with its native mic. The unit is a disappointment." Read more
"...My only con for this recorder is that the supplied mic is only so-so...." Read more
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I've been burned too many times using wireless lav mics on shoots. When I found the DR-10, it just made sense. However, the only way to monitor the DR-10 for audio levels was through the headphone jack. So, unless you wanted to run an 1/8" cable from the pack, you just had to trust the levels were good.
The F2 doesn't really need to monitoring, since it records in 32-float, but you can monitor it through the bluetooth connection if you need to. You can also start and stop recording remotely through the bluetooth connection. Convenient, and unlike the Tentaclesync pack, it doesn't disable the 1/8" out when recording. So you could still use a wireless pack in addition to this as well.
I use two of these for interviews. One goes on the subject as a lav and the other I connect to a Deity D3 Pro for a shotgun mic. I also run a 1/8" out from the shotgun pack into my camera for a backfeed.
My only con for this recorder is that the supplied mic is only so-so. It will get the job done, but replacing it with a Countryman or Sanken or even one of the Deity lav mics will make this unit that much better.
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The controls on the front of the unit all make sense, are easy to use, and the recording quality is excellent.
This is the unit I attach to guests of our podcast because it requires the least monitoring or adjustment.
Only little complaint, it would have benefitted extremely from a battery indicator. Just having a single light isn't enough to accurately know how much battery is left before recording. I feel that was an unfortunate shortcoming on an otherwise wonderful product.