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Zoom F1-SP Field Recorder and Shotgun Microphone

Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic Bundle with Zoom F1 Field Recorder and SGH-6 Shotgun Mic
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Value-packed Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic Bundle

The Zoom F1 Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic is the ideal solution for videographers and independent filmmakers who need to capture professional-quality audio. The F1-SP package includes Zoom’s SGH-6 shotgun mic, which is designed to capture every sonic nuance. Together with the F1, you can record high-resolution audio up to 24 bit/96kHz. The Zoom F1 Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic is a value-packed bundle that's perfect for location sound, wedding and event videography, and more.

Ideal for run-and-gun video production

When you're shooting a wedding or other fast-moving event, you don't have time to mess with your gear. The Zoom F1’s one-touch buttons give you quick and easy access to recording levels, limiter controls, highpass filter, and output volume; and its monochrome LCD display remains highly visible even in bright sunlight.

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Pro-quality, hyper-directional sound

The F1-SP package includes the SGH-6 Shotgun Mic which captures professional-quality, hyper-directional sound. Thanks to its aluminum body, the SGH-6 is extremely lightweight. Together with the F1, you can record high-resolution audio up to 24 bit/96kHz to enhance any video production with high-impact audio. Sweetwater tip: the F1-SP Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic is a great solution for on-the-go filmmakers who need to capture professional-quality audio for video.

Zoom F1-SP Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic Features:

  • Perfect for recording location sound and audio for run-and-gun video production
  • Bundle includes 2-channel audio recorder and Zoom SGH-6 shotgun microphone
  • Compatible with Zoom microphone capsule system
  • SMF-1 mic shockmount included
  • Records directly to microSD/microSDHC cards
  • Provides quick access to recording levels, limiter controls, highpass filter, and output volume
  • LCD display remains highly visible even in bright sunlight
  • Up to 24-bit/96kHz audio (BWF-compliant WAV format)

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Tech Specs

  • Audio Interface: 2 x 2
  • A/D Resolution: Up to 24-bit/192kHz
  • Simultaneous Rec Tracks: 2
  • Simultaneous Play Tracks: 2
  • Built-in Mic(s): Supercardioid Shotgun Mic (SGH-6)
  • Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8" (mic/line), Zoom mic capsule jack
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
  • Memory (removable): microSD, microSDHC
  • File Format: WAV, MP3
  • USB: 1 x Type Micro-B 2.0
  • Power Supply: 2 x AAA batteries / AC adapter via USB port (sold separately)
  • Battery Life: 6.5 hours (Alkaline), 11 hours (Lithium)
  • Stand Mountable: Shockmount (SMF-1) included for SLR camera mounting
  • Height: 1.31"
  • Width: 2.5"
  • Depth: 3.14"
  • Weight: 0.26 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: ZF1SP

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Very Portable and Decent Sound

For the price, it's a very good field recorder. The sound is clear enough for most purposes, especially in treated environments, but don't expect studio quality sound out of it, that's not what it's made for. I can't attest to how it is outside, but inside it works perfectly fine on a stand or a boom arm. Keep in mind the buttons make it difficult to grip if you intend to use it as a handheld device. No complaints here, it's served me nicely as an on-the-go voice over microphone.
Rated 3/5

Zoom F1 Field Recorder

I like this recorder but be aware that it has a major design flaw. The battery cover is very difficult to work with and is poorly designed. It is a struggle to get it to close when replacing the batteries. I literally spent fifteen minutes attempting to close the cover the first few times. At some point it will break. Does not snap shut.

Also be aware that unless you plan on changing the two commercial grade AAA batteries every day or so, depending on usage, you will need an alternate power source. The Zoom drains the batteries dry. I find that after only a couple of hours of usage I am forced to change the batteries. For that reason I had to purchase the adapters in order to power the Zoom using an electrical outlet. This prevents me from walking freely with the device. I have a 12 foot extension cord and would have to get a longer one to move about the way I want to.

These are common issues with the Zoom F1 according to other reviews. Maybe the folks at Zoom will design a better product next time.

With that said, I like the Zoom - it is doing what I need it to do - I have the Shotgun mic. It is probably one of the better recorders out there.
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