Zoom F2

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Field Recorder with Lavalier Microphone

  • Lightweight and compact audio recorder for podcasters, videographers, vloggers, bloggers and journalists
  • Recording formats: 44.1 kHz / 32 bit float and 48 kHz / 32 bit float
  • No gain adjustment necessary
  • 80 Hz high-pass filter
  • Input: stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) with screw fuse and 2.5 V plug-in power
  • Output: stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) with screw fuse
  • Precise internal clock (±0.5 ppm)
  • Recording on microSD and microSDHC card (max. 512GB)
  • USB-C port for F2 editor and power supply
  • Power supply via two AAA alkaline/lithium batteries (not included in the delivery), NiMH rechargeable batteries or USB power supply (Zoom AD-17, Art.325751 - not included)
  • Up to 15 hours run time with batteries
  • Belt clip
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 57.5 x 46.4 x 22.4 mm
  • Weight: 32 g

Scope of delivery:

  • LMF-2 Lavalier microphone (polar pattern: omnidirectional)
  • WSL-1 Windscreen (3x)
  • MCL-1 Microphone clamp
  • Operating instructions
Available since January 2021
Item number 507380
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Integrated Stereo Microhone No
Recording Tracks 1
Microphone Inputs 1
48 V Phantom power No
Line Inputs 1
Storage Medium SD/SDHC Card
Headphone connection Yes
Integrated Speaker No
Resolution max. 32 bit
Max. Sample Rate 48 kHz
Limiter No
Max. Memory 512
Power Feed 2x AAA, USB
Dimensions 57,5 x 46,4 x 22,4 mm
Weight 32 g
Included In Delivery LMF-2 Lapel-Microphone (omnidirectional Pattern), WSL-1 Windscreen (3x), MCL-1 Microphone Clamp, Manual
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Good things come in small packages

The Zoom F2, an extremely lightweight and ultra-compact field recorder equipped with a lavalier microphone, is eminently suited to the requirements of mobile creators such as podcasters, videographers, bloggers, vloggers, and journalists. Thanks to its 32-bit float technology, the F2 allows even the loudest audio signals to be recorded without any risk of overmodulation and the quietest signals to be captured in great detail with a resolution of 44.1kHz or 48kHz. An F2-BT variant of this field recorder is also available, which includes a Bluetooth 4.2 interface and Zoom’s F2 Control app with just a slightly higher price tag.

Sophisticated features

The Zoom F2 records directly to a microSD or microSDHC card (not included) with a storage capacity of up to 512GB. This compact field recorder boasts a wide range of practical features, such as the Rec-Hold function that prevents keys from being accidentally pressed during recording and an 80Hz high-pass filter that effectively attenuates impact noise and other unwanted low-frequency sound (e.g. handling noise). The Zoom lavalier mic comes with three windshields and a clip that allows it to be attached to the user’s clothing (e.g. collar), and features two screw-lock sockets in mini-jack format at the top (line/mic input and headphone output with dedicated volume control) that prevent it from being unplugged in just about any action-filled situation.

... and action!

The Zoom F2, which has been specifically designed for mobile creators, will come into its own during video production and pure audio recording, especially by preventing audio and video syncing issues through its high-precision internal clock. The F2 field recorder can be operated for up to 15 hours on just two standard AAA batteries (rechargeable batteries can also be used) or using the Zoom AD-17 power adapter (available separately) via the USB-C port, which can also be used for fast and easy data transfer to and from a computer. Last but not least, the F2 is extremely convenient and secure to carry thanks to its low weight of just 32g and the included belt clip.

About Zoom

Founded in 1983, the Japanese company Zoom manufactures a variety of audio equipment, including a range of portable "handy" recorders as well as multi-effects processors, effects pedals, drum machines, and samplers. Over the past thirty years, the company has built a reputation for producing innovative yet affordable products based on original microchip designs. Since the Zoom-9002 (an ultra-compact multi-effects processor that can be attached to a guitar strap) was introduced in 1990, Zoom has become one of the leaders in digital audio processing.

Always ready to go

The Zoom F2 comes with a matching omnidirectional lavalier microphone, but it can also be combined with any other microphone supporting 2.5V plug-in power. This versatile field recorder is not only the ideal solution for capturing high-quality audio outside of a studio environment, but will also come in useful for quick recordings in a rehearsal room. Users who prefer remote transport control via Bluetooth should take a look at the larger Zoom F2-BT model, which comes with only a slightly higher price tag.

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Delivers as promised
Simon De Rycke 17.09.2022
I had been on the lookout for a dependable solution for recording 2 voices (interview/documentary context) for a while and most wireless recorders seem to have either issues with disconnecting (audio dropouts) or ridicuously short battery life.

For those reasons I went for 2 Zoom F2s which I used to record the audio of a documentary (it's on youtube, look for Threetom Modular Visit). The battery seems to last forever, both units were on record almost constantly for about 4 hours without any issues. At some point my interviewee turned off the unit before stopping the recording first, I thought I lost that recording but it turned out this doesn't matter. The units fell, got bumped into, and they kept working great.

The audio quality of the lapel mics isn't the absolute best but they are decent enough that I don't plan on upgrading them right away. There was no clipped audio, and even silent sounds got recorded.

Recording with these units is hassle free, as I hoped. I haven't come across any issues that make me regret my purchase.
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Babis K. 23.03.2022
Great piece of device! The 32bit recording is simply great and the sound of the Lavalier great! I used it in various situations, not just for interviews and was way above my expectations.
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Ein Neuling bewertet..
zenceLde 28.01.2021
Einleitung
Es ist der erste Lavalierrecorder den ich besitze. Benutze das beiliegende Mic. Habe es seit ca. 10 Tagen. (Stand 28.01.2021)

Ich habe was für anständigen Ton übrig, doch bin bei weitem kein "audiophiler Mensch". Ich hatte mal ein Rode NT1-A. Aktuell arbeite ich mit einem Shure SM7B mit DBX 286s, Rode Videomic-L, Audio-Technica ATH-M50 und Linsoul TIN HiFi T3. Dazu sage ich von mir, dass ich technisch affin bin. Zusätzlich, als Content-Creator, habe ich mir nun das Zoom F2 (ohne BT) zugelegt.

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Bisher gab es KEINEN Outdoor Einsatz.
Verarbeitungsqualität fühlt sich gut an. Die Klammer hinten ist STARK. Wobei ich das Teil eher einstecke, auf Grund seiner Größe.
Per USB-C an's Macbook zum konfigurieren okay. Tool herunter geladen, Zoom F2 mit MicroSD angesteckt, Formatierung durch das Tool. Startklar.

Der SD-Kartenslot ist doof gelöst: Halb unter der klammer, lässt sich doof auffrickeln & die Karte lässt sich noch bescheidener entnehmen. NACHHOLBEDARF!

Warum es wichtig ist die Karte zu entnehmen, obwohl das Teil USB-C hat?

Nunja.. an meinem Macbook Pro erreiche ich mit meiner externen SSD super Werte. Ich habe dieses Kabel & das beiliegende vom Zoom F2 verwendet und kann mit MAXMIMAL 2MB/s übertragen. (2 MicroSDs probiert, eine davon neu). Das ist gnadellos lächerlich. Ich habe 0 Verständnis dafür. NACHHOLBEDARF!

Wenn ich die SanDisk Ultra 200GB MicroSDXC (100Mbit) entnehme & per Reader an das Macbook verbinde, bekomme ich ca. 30MB/s hin. Bei einer Filesize von 300 - 500MB nach einer Stunde Aufnahme eine gute Wahl.

Es gibt eine auswechselbare Batterie (bin mir unsicher ob ich einen festen Akku besser finde). Warum? Ich mag Einfachheit/Minimalismus. Sozusagen Plug&Play. Und dachte über USB-C zu laden ist toll. Geschmacksache. Spielt Langlebigkeit in die Karten, da auswechselbar. Das Ist okay.

Ach ja. Warum ich mich für das hier, statt z.B. dem Tascam DR-10L entschied? Als ich was von dem 32bit float ohne clippen und ohne Volumegedöd.. ehm.. -gefummel hörte, sagte ich:

"Ja, bitte! Nix pegeln, einfach arbeiten, statt sich technisch ablenken zu lassen. Super!"

In der Nachbearbeitung landet das Signal UNGEFÄHR bei -25dB und muss angehoben werden. Schreien? Flüstern? Kein Thema, wird gut aufgenommen. Genauso wie der Hall meines ausgeräumten Arbeitszimmers. Ich kann es noch halbwegs retten, wenn ich das Mic statt auf (Unter)Brusthöhe eher auf Halshöhe bringe, doch der Hall ist da. Klar zur Behandlung muss ich den Raum auskleiden. Will einfach nur extra Infos geben.

Doch wie ist nun die Audioqualität? Ich mag Sie!
Ich bin durch mein Shure SM7B + DBX286s anspruchsvoll und das Mic erfüllt seinen Dienst, mir gemeinsam mit meinem iPhone 12 Mini gute "Videos" zu liefern, statt das interne Mic oder das Rode VideoMic-L zu verwenden.

Genauso mag ich die Idee, für die Zukunft vor der Kamera frei herum laufen zu können & immer "gute" Audio zu haben. Der Fieldtest draußen wird sich noch beweisen müssen, doch Infos dazu musst du bei wem anders dir einholen.

Ich hoffe ich konnte dir weiter helfen. Peace!

+ Größe & Verarbeitung
+ 32bit FLOAT: Kein Gain oder so einen Kram einstellen
+ Beiliegendes Mic finde ich als gut & klein.

- Zugänglichkeit MicroSD-Karten Slot
- Verbindungsqualität, wenn MicroSD im Gerät blebit: MANGELHAFT
- Der LOCKING-Mechanismus geht mir zu leicht. Manchmal beim einschalten drehe ich das Ding zu weit, muss echt vorsichtig sein & hab keine Pranken.
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Ca fait le job !
Johnnydu44 02.08.2022
Utilisation pour podcasts, en intérieur comme extérieur. Qualité d'enregistrement satisfaisante pour mes besoins. Le rapport qualité prix me semble intéressant.
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