If you need a portable, robust, yet simple to use stereo recorder – you should seriously consider the Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder. This ultra portable device will work for podcasters, musicians, newscasters, seminars, conferences, etc. Retails for around $300, you can pick it up on the link for around $150.
Features:
- W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90° cardioid, Rear 120° cardioid and 360° polar patterns
- Built-in USB 2.0 interface
- Records in WAV 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bit, MP3 to 320kbps and Variable Bit Rate (VBR) data formats
- Time Stamp and Track Marker functions in Broadcast WAV Format (BWF)
- 512MB SD memory card included
- Accommodates up to 16GB SD memory cards
- Auto Gain Control (AGC) for pristine recordings
- Auto Start function means you’re always ready to record
- Low-cut filter eliminates wind noise
- On-board chromatic Guitar/Bass tuner
People are using them for a wide variety of situations. Here’s a video for a boom pole rig for filmmaking:
