Zoom F2-BT - 32 Bit Float Technology in Zoom's Smallest & Lightest Recorder Ever!
Zoom's smallest and lightest recorder with 32-bit float technology. The 32-bit float technology, introduced with Zoom's award-winning F6 field recorder, allows recording of the loudest audio signals without any distortion and without the need for gain staging or level adjustment during recording.
The F2 records directly to micro-SD and SDHC cards up to 512 GB, and the operating time with 2 AAA batteries is up to 15 hours. For easier setting adjustments, you can connect the F2 to a PC or Mac via USB-C and use our F2 Editor to tweak settings, format SD cards, and much more. The USB port also makes it easy to transfer files to your computer for editing with the included audio software.
The highly precise internal clock (±0.5ppm) avoids any issues with audio and video synchronization, and for professional set use, you can choose the F2-BT version, which enables wireless timecode synchronization via Bluetooth®. The built-in Bluetooth® also allows connection to the F2 Control App to control settings and remotely operate transport functions (F2-BT model only). The F2 is perfect for recording interviews anywhere and is the ideal audio solution for creatives on the go.
Audio on Autopilot
Thanks to the 32-bit floating-point recording technology, the F2 lets you capture even the loudest audio signals without worrying about clipping. On the other hand, even the quietest signals are recorded with perfect detail. And the best part is, you don’t have to fuss with gain settings. Just plug in your lavalier microphone and hit record.
Uninterrupted Recordings
Once you start recording, use the hold switch to prevent accidental stopping of the recording.
Locking Lavalier
Thanks to a screw connector, your lavalier stays securely connected to the device in any recording situation.
Perfect Your Scripts
With the F2, actors can record and playback their lines to perfect their performance.
Also Available with Bluetooth® Control
The F2-BT comes with built-in Bluetooth® functionality. Using the free Zoom F2 Control app, the F2-BT can be wirelessly controlled: you can start/stop recordings, display battery status, adjust output volume and high-pass filter, and much more. You can also pair the F2-BT with a Bluetooth®-enabled device for timecode synchronization to receive timecode and embed it into your recording files.
The F2 Editor
With the F2 Editor for PC and Mac, you can adjust settings, format SD cards, and much more. Simply connect your F2 or F2-BT with a USB cable and launch the editor. The USB port also makes it easy to transfer files to your computer. Find more info about the F2 Editor’s features here.
Narration and Voice-Over
Whether you want to capture the atmosphere in your garden or the whispering and calling of a dramatic reading, the F2 delivers crystal-clear recordings every time.
Power
The F2 can record up to 15 hours (F2-BT: 14 hours) on two AAA batteries.
Storage
You can use microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC cards up to 512 GB for recording.
Lavalier Included
The omnidirectional lavalier microphone LMF-2 features a discreet design, high recording quality, and comes with a windscreen and microphone clip.
Recording Formats
With the F2 field recorder, you can select the recording format best suited for your project. Choose between mono WAV files in 44.1 kHz/32 Bit Float or 48 kHz/32 Bit Float. The F2 is perfect for location-independent interview recording.
Podcasting
WaveLab Cast connects you directly to podcast directories like Spreaker or Podbean. Quickly upload new episodes and generate and publish RSS feeds directly.
Audio for Videos
Import your video file and automatically extract audio tracks with WaveLab Cast. Use editing tools to suppress unwanted background noise, adjust levels, and remove sibilance. With metering options, create new tracks, fade in your music, and apply EQ and compression. Use WaveLab Cast’s export functions to merge audio and video again.
For mobile creators like podcasters, videographers, vloggers, bloggers, journalists, etc., the F2 is the perfect audio solution!
Features
- Lightweight and compact audio recorder with Bluetooth
- Recordings in 32 Bit Float format for wide dynamic range and distortion-free recordings
- No gain adjustment necessary
- Recording files in 44.1 kHz/32 Bit Float and 48 kHz/32 Bit Float formats
- Rec-Hold function to prevent accidental button operation
- 3.5 mm mic mini jack with plug-in power (2.5 V)
- Stereo 3.5 mm phone/line output jack with independent volume control
- 80 Hz high-pass filter
- Highly precise internal clock signal (±0.5 ppm) prevents audio/video sync issues
- Wireless timecode synchronization (F2-BT model only)*
- Recording directly to microSD and microSDHC cards up to 512 GB capacity
- USB-C for adjusting settings with F2 Editor on a computer
- Integrated Bluetooth® functionality for wireless connection to the F2 Control App to adjust
- settings and remote control (F2-BT model only)
- Power supply via two standard AAA alkaline/lithium batteries, NiMH rechargeable batteries, or power adapter (AD-17)
- Up to 15 hours runtime (F2-BT: 14 hours) with two AAA alkaline batteries
Technical Specifications
- Input connector: 3.5 mm mini stereo jack (with screw lock) supports plug-in power (2.5 V)
- Input impedance: 2 kΩ or higher
- Maximum input level: -5.5 dBu
- Output connector: 3.5 mm mini stereo jack (with screw lock)
- Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω load)
- Recording media: Compatible with microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards (Class 4 or higher, max. 512 GB)
- Recording formats: WAV, 44.1 kHz/32 Bit Float, 48 kHz/32 Bit Float Mono, BWF format supported
- USB: USB Type-C
- Note: Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB power supply supported.
- Mass storage mode: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Operation via PC app: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Power supply: 2 AAA batteries (alkaline or lithium batteries or rechargeable NiMH batteries)
- Power adapter: Zoom AD-17, DC 5 V / 1 A
- Bluetooth®: Bluetooth® Ver4.2 (F2-BT only)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 57.5 x 46.4 x 22.4 mm
- Weight: 32 g
Continuous Recording Time F2-BT
- Lightweight and compact audio recorder
- With connected LMF-2 lavalier microphone (48 kHz/32 Bit Float) using F2 Control
- Alkaline batteries: approx. 14 hours
- NiMH batteries (750 mAh): approx. 10 hours
- Lithium batteries: approx. 18 hours
LMF-2 Lavalier Microphone
- Connector: 3.5 mm mini stereo jack (with screw lock)
- Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
- Sensitivity: -32 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- Max. input sound pressure level: 115 dB SPL
- Cable length: 160 cm
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Zoom F2-BT Field Recorder
- 1 x LMF-2 Lavalier Microphone
- 3 x WSL-1 Windscreens
- 1 x MCL-1 Microphone Clip
- 1 x WaveLab Cast Software
Specification
- Product number 00073139
- Number of Tracks 1
- Colour Black
- Video recorder No
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