Zoom H2 Handy 2 Track Recorder Bundle

Good, high quality sound is important to me. I was looking for a good recorder for my podcast. I checked lots of reviews of numerous products and decided on this package from Unique Square.

First, let me comment on Unique Square. They're the best to work with. I called them with a pre-sales question and got a fast, honest answer. Moreover, the shipping was fast.

The recorder is excellent. You need to go through the printed manual and get acquainted with the various features and settings. Like all manuals, it leaves a lot to be desired. But, it's better than some. There are lots of features and settings. You may or may not use most of them.

I find the unit sturdy. It's certainly bigger than a pocket recorder and probably not one you'll want to tote around to record memos. But for serious voice work, it's great.

The condenser microphones are high quality. You can talk in a normal voice with the recorder a foot or more from you and get...Read more

I don't know why this Zoom has better specs than most yet is the cheapest handheld around. But I got one and have recorded wildlife in Yosemite and the Rockies, Live music, and sound effects and the quality and versatility are fantastic. When the unit is on you just press record and the meter bars display for level check, you adjust the level sensitivity and then hit record again to start recording. Its easy to switch mics for front or back angles or surround (4 mics). My only gripe is the display could be brighter in dark situations, but sound quality is great. It is also simple to download your sounds to PC. Just plug in and use windows explorer to copy the files.

This combo was VERY useful, as I immediately put it to use to record an oral history of my grandmother. Instructions were easy to follow, though I needed to practice to get the setting for the sound level of the recording right. Transfer to my MacBook and itunes was successful.