ZOOM H4N SP Studio Recorder

The H4n Handy Recorder has long been a favorite of audio and video aficionados everywhere. It offers four tracks of simultaneous recording, a built-in X/Y stereo microphone, and advanced features such as time stamping, phantom power and mid-side (MS) decoding, as well as onboard multi-effects and guitar/bass amp modeling. Rugged, lightweight and versatile, the H4n is a great audio companion for everything from live concert recording to location videography tomusic-making.

The H4n provides two different ways of recording great-sounding stereo. The X/Y technique is an excellent way to cover a wide area while still capturing sound sources in the center with clarity and definition, making it ideal for all types of live stereo recording. The H4n's built-in X/Y microphone provides two matched unidirectional microphones. The angle of the two can easily be changed from 90 degrees for a tightly focused stereo image to 120 degrees for a wider image. (US Patent8184815) The H4n also provides an onboard MS decoder so you can do MS ('Mid-Side') recording using external microphones. This is an incredible technique that allows you to adjust the width of the stereo image after it has been recorded, while maintaining perfect mono compatibility, making it especially useful for film, video and television projects.

    * Instrument trainer / recorder
    * 1/4" guitar/bass input
    * Guitar/bass effects including amp modelling, delay, reverb, chorus and more
    * Records 44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files
    * Playback 16 or 24-bit WAV files or MP3 files
    * SD/SDHC card media slot with included 2GB card
    * Overdub recording allows sound-on-sound build up of an arrangement
    * Loop playback using dedicated buttons
    * Variable Speed Audition speeds up or slows down playback without changing the pitch
    * Chromatic Tuner and Metronome
    * USB 2.0 jack for high-speed music transfer
    * Dedicated keys and large LCD display for easy operation
    * Angled desktop design
    * Includes 2GB SD card, AA batteries, USB cable

The ultimate record-anywhere multitrack.
Capture inspiration whenever and wherever you are.
The new MR-8 Mk II is the easiest to use digital multitrack ever. If you can operate a tape recorder, you'll be recording and multitracking within minutes of opening the box.

By putting all the major controls and functions right there on the top panel instead of buried in a confusing menu system, the MR-8 Mk II, unlike some other recorders, actually aids you in capturing your musical ideas. In addition there's great sounding built-in digital effects, guitar amp and mic simulators, handy mix-down effects, plus the ability to hook up to a PC for data editing, and backing up your songs.
You create. Fostex records.

New for the Mk II is the USB host feature which allows for the easy connection of an 'off-the-shelf' CD-R burner via USB. Making CD masters has never been more simple.

Recording time
Recording time in normal mode (16bit/44.1kHz) is approx. 25 track-minutes on the supplied 128MB CF card and 50 track-minutes on a 256MB card. Extended mode (16bit/22.05kHz) doubles the recording time. Note that recording time varies depending on recorded source, punch in/out, undo/redo status, etc.

Features
8 tracks of recording and playback using CompactFlash cards

2 track simultaneous recording

Superb in-built digital effects inc Mic and Amp simulations

USB Host function for CD burning with 'off-the-shelf' CD burner

2 mic inputs with +48V Phantom Power

Details
8-track recording onto CompactFlash Card.

High quality sound recording and playback with uncompressed linear 16-bit/44.1 kHz digital audio (normal mode) with 2 track simultaneous recording and 8 track playback.

LP Mode (16-bit/22.05 kHz) doubles the recording time.

Physical knobs and buttons for intuitive operations. A new dial knob for menu selection.

Newly added +48V Phantom Power on all two Mic Inputs for wider choice of microphones.

USB Host function ready for CD burning on an off-the-shelf external CD-R drive.

Improved 132 x 64 dot-matrix LCD and self illuminating keys visually show the current status.

Improved built-in digital effects including Reverb, Delay as well as Guitar Amp and Microphone simulations

Black colored top panel design

Analog guitar distortion with the dedicated knob on Input A.

Full-track (8-track) bouncing to a "New Song (track 7/8) for PC transfer and CD burning.

Mastering effects for stereo buss.

USB port for stereo WAV file transfer to and from PC

AC and Battery (6 x AA alkaline cells) operation. Approx. 4 hours maximum operation time with batteries. Includes AC adapter.

Built-in microphone for handy song memo.

Two headphones outputs.

Free "WAV Manager" software available for multiple mono files transfer to and from PCTechnical InfoRecording / Playback
Recording medium CompactFlash

Recording time approx. 6 minutes (8-track on 256MB CF) normal mode

Recording format FAT16

Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz (Normal Mode), 22.05 kHz (LP Mode)

Quantization 16-bit linear (non-compression)

A/D converter 24-bit Delta-Sigma

D/A converter 24-bit Delta-Sigma

No. of recording track 8 tracks maximum

No. of simultaneous rec. 2 tracks

Recording/reproduction frequency 20 Hz - 20 kHz (Normal Mode)

Dynamic range 87dB or more (typical) (Normal Mode)

T.H.D. 0.05% or less (typical) (Normal Mode)

Inputs / Outputs
Analog in (input A/B)

Connector XLR-3-31 type (Pin2:hot) and 6mm TRS phone

Input level -48dBV (MIC) - +4dBV (LINE)

Input impedance 1.5k ohm or more 400k ohm or more (GUITAR on INPUT A)

Phantom power P48V (on/off selectable)

Stereo out (L, R)

Connector 6mm stereo phone

Output level -10dBV (unbalance)

Load impedance 10k ohm or more

Headphones (phone 1, 2)

Connector 2 x 6mm stereo phone

Max. output 30mW or more (at 32 ohm)

Load impedance 16 ohm or more

MIDI out

Connector DIN 5 pin

Format MIDI standard

Foot switch

Connector 6mm phone

Level TTL level

USB 2.0 HI-SPEED

Connector B type

USB 1.1

Connector A type

General
Dimensions 286(W) x 220(D) x 65(H) mm

Weight approx. approx. 1.6kgs

Power requirement DC12V, 400mA

The new Fostex FR-2 has been designed specifically for location sound recording; high quality sound effects acquisition; TV & radio documentary; in fact any application where quality audio recording is required.
With excellent quality (up to 24-bit / 192KHz recording - a first for a CF recorder), huge feature list and a cost-effective price point, the FR-2 offers users of portable DAT and other formats the opportunity to make the switch to a more flexible, higher quality audio acquisition machine without sacrificing features.

• Recording industry standard, PC-compatible BWF files (stereo/mono) on a FAT32 media format
• Up to 24-bit/192kHz uncompressed recording
• Includes a unique 22.05kHz sampling frequency setting for extended recording
• Records to both Type I & II CompactFlash cards and PCMCIA 1.8” hard disk drives*1
• Fostexʼs "File per Take” system with auto scene & take naming/increment
• Two balanced XLR microphone inputs with switchable phantom power and top quality, high headroom mic pre-amps
• 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD screen for ease of use & high visibility in the field
• Uses AA-sized rechargeable NiMH batteries which are widely available due to the popularity of digital cameras. 8 AA cells will provide approximately 2.5 hours operation when recording to a CF card
• Easy file transfer to PC/Mac via PCMCIA, CF adaptor or standard on-board USB connection for data editing and/or backup*2
• Quick and easy on-board file naming or via external keyboard through standard USB keyboard port
• “Pre-record” loop buffer of approximately 10 seconds*3
• Easy software update via CF or PCMCIA card with downloads from the internet
• Optional timecode generator / reader card
  
  Notes
  *1 May require software update for PCMCIA HD operation
  *2 Complies with Windows ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 10.2 or higher
  *3 Varies depending on sampling frequency“

• GENERAL
  Recording Media CompactFlash card, PCMCIA HD
  Recording Format BWF
  Number of Channels Stereo / Mono
  Sampling Frequency 22.05 / 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz
  Quantization 16 bit (22.05 - 48kHz), 24 bit (44.1 - 192kHz)
  
• PHYSICAL
  Power Requirement 8 x AA type dry cell (NiMH recommended)
  AC adaptor (optional)
  DC 12V
  Power Consumption approx. 5W
  Dimension 250(W) x 77(H) x 220(D) mm
  Weight 1.5kg (w/out battery)
  
• PERFORMANCE
  R/P Frequency Response 20Hz to 10kHz +/-1dB (fs: 22.05kHz)
  20Hz to 20kHz +/-1dB (fs: 44.1 / 48kHz)
  20Hz to 40kHz +/-2dB (fs: 88.2 / 96kHz)
  20Hz to 80kHz +/-3dB (fs: 176.4 / 192kHz)
  S/N (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref: -20dB, fs:48kHz)
  Line (input gain: +4dBu): 100dB (typical)
  Mic: (input gain: -60dBu): 87dB (typical)
  Dynamic Range 100dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz) typical
  T.H.D. (ADC-DAC, 24-bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz)
  Line (input gain: +4dBu): Less than 0.005% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical)
  Mic (input gain: -60dBu): Less than 0.008% (at 1kHz, -1dB typical)
  Power Life approx. 2 hours 30 min. (8 x AA NiMH type/2300mAH)
  
• INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS
  ANALOG AUDIO INPUT L/R
  Connector XLR-3-31 type (Pin2: Hot)
  Line Input Impedance : More than 6k ohm
  Reference Input Level +4dBu
  Maximum Input Level +24dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage)
  MIC
  Input Impedance More than 6k ohm
  Input Level -60dBu
  Maximum Input Level -40dBu (Trim: +4dBu, at the prefader stage)
  Phantom Power P48
  ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT L(Mono)/R
  Connector RCA pin type
  Output Load Impedance more than 10k ohm
  Nominal Output Level +4dBu
  HEADPHONE OUTPUT 50 + 50mW (32 ohm)
  Max Speaker Output Level 1W
  DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT (except for 176.4, 192kHz)
  Connector XLR
  Input Format S/P DIF / AES/EBU automatic
  Output Format S/P DIF / AES/EBU switchable
  USB x 2 (keyboard / PC only)
  TIMECODE CARD (OPTIONAL, T.B.A.)
  LTC Input/Output LEMO
  Frame Rate 23.976/24/25/29.97DF/29.97ND/30DF/30ND
  Gen Mode 24H RUN / REC RUN / FREE RUN / EXT RUN

• 2-channel field recorder in Stereo or Mono on Compact Flash or Micro drive cards
• Light weight with rigid chassis
• FAT32 file system & BWF Stereo file format + MP3 recording/playback
• Built-in Stereo microphone for quick memo recording
• 2 x XLR mic inputs with phantom power to accept professional microphones
• High resolution recording at 24bit 96kHz
• Mic Trim for accurate recording level adjustment
• Automatic Level Control (ALC - OFF/ALC/LIMITER)
• Hi-Pass Filter
• Backlit 132 x 64 dot matrix LCD display
• Two-hour capacity on 4GB CF card with Stereo 24 Bit/96 kHz resolution  
• Pre-record buffer (2 secs) ensures full-take recording with no inadvertent loss
• Auto File Closing (the recording file auto-closes every minute to secure recorded data)
• Auto Shut-off function when the input power becomes abnormally low to save data
• Convenient file naming mode: DATE or TAKE
• 4 hours operation on 4 x AA Alkaline / Ni-MH batteries
• 8 hours operation possible with optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack
• Wired remote controller with microphone attachment belt
• USB 2.0 data transfer to Mac or PC computers for further editing and post-production
• Comes with 128MB CF card, AC adapter, dedicated shoulder belt and carrying pouch

The FR-2LE is a compact field memory recorder for professional use offering 24bit 96kHz recording in the industry standard BWF file format. It has a good pedigree given Fostex's previous success with their DAT portables (PD2 & PD4) and latterly with their solid state FR-2 and its optional full timecode facility.

Now with their latest FR-2LE, they have an even more compact offering for high quality field recording, interview recording (MP3 mode also available), or simple film/broadcast audio recording.

The FR-2LE is equipped with two professional phantom powered XLR microphone inputs (XLR-Jack combo) complete with precise control over the recording level. It features a 1 take = 1 file recording system which eliminates overwrites and its 2 second ʽpre-recordʼ buffer means there should never be a missed take or lost soundbite. Thereʼs also an MP3 mode and built-in stereo microphone.

Feature rich, elegant in operation, good pedigree - the new FR-2LE looks assured of success.

MAIN FEATURES

• Long Battery Life

The FR-2LE can run for up to 4 hours on 4 x AA Alkaline batteries and up to 8 hours with the optional NiMH BATPACK battery pack. A choice of two BATPACK chargers are also available - one for the mains and one that also charges your pack from a 12V car outlet.

• Extended recording times

Over 6 hours @ 16bit 44.1kHz recording on an 4Gb CompactFlash card.

• Professional inputs

Dual XLR inputs (XLR-Jack combo) with top quality microphone pre-amps, trim control and phantom power. Analogue out is provided on phono (RCA) connectors.

• BWF or MP3 recording

Record up to 24bit 96kHz audio.

• Tough construction

Manufactured from high-grade materials and specifically designed for professional location recording.

• Fail Safe Recording

In addition to a 1 take = 1 file system to eliminate overwrites, the FR-2LE also features Auto File Closing which closes files at one minute intervals, thus preserving the data in the event of a power failure.

• USB 2.0

The USB 2.0 port allows direct connection to PC and MAC for easy file transfer.