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Handheld Recorders Buyers Guide
  Zoom H2 Zoom H4 M-Audio
Microtrack II
Edirol R09 Marantz
PMD620
Sony
PCMD50
Korg
MR-1
Olympus
LS 10
TASCAM
DR-1
Yamaha
Pocketrak 2G


AMS Handheld Recorders Buyer's Guide.
Handheld, portable recorders are very popular with AMS customers - and for good reason. You get on-the-go power and a fidelity that gives much larger models a run for their money. These little guys excel in practically any situation. Students, band members, reporters and filmmakers alike will find endless ways to capture audio - all with a quality that was previously very difficult to achieve. But where do you start when shopping for a model that will fit your needs? There are a lot of choices and the specific features can differ greatly between various makes and models. That's why the dedicated techs at AMS wrote this guide. We hope these few pages will help you on your way to finding a handheld recorder that you will really enjoy - now and in the future.





Zoom H2 Handy Digital Recorder 2 TrackZoom H2 Handy Digital Recorder 2 Track
The H2 from Zoom is our most popular handheld, no question about it. Customers can't stop talking about the high-quality sound that they achieve. It's also a snap to use. Within minutes of taking it out of the box, you will be recording jaw-dropping, demo-worthy tracks. At a glance, the H2 features built in mics, a USB port, audio interface function (for use with a computer) and much more. The H2 is an all-around incredible deal.

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Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder 4 Track
Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder 4 TrackThe H4 is another one of our best-selling handheld recorders. Based around a high-quality stereo condenser microphone, the H4 also features two built-in effects and easily connects to a computer via USB. Our customers have really praised its sound and simple operation too.

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M Audio MicroTrack II Handheld 2 Track Portable RecorderM Audio MicroTrack II 24/96 Handheld 2 Track Portable Recorder
The redesigned MicroTrack II brings even more professional features to the original high-fidelity mobile digital recorder that’s been embraced by audio and film professionals worldwide. With an extended input gain range, analog input limiter, 48V phantom power, faster file transfer rate and other enhancements, MicroTrack II delivers a high quality mobile recording experience.

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Edirol R09 24-Bit WAV and MP3 Recorder
Edirol R09 24-Bit WAV and MP3 Recorder BlackThis little guy is 24-bit, 48kHz perfection from Edirol - a well-respected manufacturer of all things audio. The R09 records to an included 64MB SD card and features a high-grade stereo condenser microphone built in. It's also got mic and line audio inputs and a USB port. Choose from 3 different colors (red, white or black). Also, Edirol sweetens the deal with some of the coolest add-ons out there. Inexpensively upgrade your R09 with a tripod stand and stereo microphone kit. Then, store it all securely in a custom-made carrying case.

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Edirol OPR09M Microphone Stand Adapter for R09
Edirol CS15 Cardioid Stereo Microphone Kit for R09
Edirol CBR09S Gig Bag for R09 and Its Accessories



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Marantz PMD620 Professional Handheld Recorder - with Free Denon EarbudsMarantz PMD620 Professional Handheld Recorder MP3 and WAV recording
For over 50 years, Marantz has been making outstanding audio products that not only sound phenomenal, but look stylish at the same time. The PMD620 is true handheld portability with one-touch stereo recording, USB 2.0 connectivity, flexible file formats, onboard editing and more. The recording time and file size is limited only by the SD card capacity you choose. Included with the PMD620 is a 512MB SD card, audio cable, USB cable, handy-strap, AC adapter, and tripod/belt-clip adapter.

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Sony PCMD50 Portable Digital Recorder
Sony PCMD50 Portable Linear PCM Recorder with USBSony's PCMD50 is loaded with top of the line features including 24Bit/96kHz sample rate, standard WAV file recording format, 4GB built-in memory. You'll get up to 6 hours of recording time at 16Bit/44.1kHz! The sleek and intuitive design makes navigation a breeze and the small and lightweight size allows for the ultimate in portability. If you're looking for a high-quality, great sounding, easy to use portable digital recorder for almost every situation, look no further.

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Korg MR1 Mobile Field Recorder 1 Bit 2.6 MHzKorg MR1 Mobile Field Recorder 1 Bit 2.6 MHz
1-bit recording is the latest advancement in audio and Korg offers it in the new MR1. With uncompromising fidelity, low noise floor, extended dynamic range, lifelike imaging and analog quality depth, it's no surprise that the MR1 has been receiving a lot of praise from top experts. The MR-1 is perfect for location recording, broadcast journalism, live music performances – even for rehearsals and song-writing sessions. By recording in 1-bit/2.8 MHz format you are assured that your most important, once-in-a-lifetime moments are captured in stunning detail, and ready for whatever the future brings you. And back in the studio it also provides superb final mix and archiving benefits.

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Olympus LS 10 Portable Digital Recorder
Olympus LS 10 Portable Digital RecorderStudio-Grade Recording to Go! Combining the advanced technologies derived from Olympus' decades of experience in the recording field, the compact and portable LS-10 brings you high-fidelity sound recording that's ideal for everything from live music to the gorgeous sounds of the natural environment. The LS-10 offers unparalleled sound quality, anytime, anywhere.

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Tascam DR1 Portable Digital Recorder
Tascam DR1 Portable Digital RecorderWorld-dominating power in your pocket! Tascam's DR1 built-in stereo microphones include a unique variable angle mechanism, so you can set it to record from any angle. The DR-1 is the first portable recorder to include a 1GB card, so you'll have plenty of CD or MP3-quality recording time for long rehearsals and concerts. And at this low street price, everyone's going to want one.

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Yamaha Pocketrak 2G Portable Digital Recorder
Yamaha Pocketrak 2G Portable Digital RecorderWeighing only 1.7 ounces (with battery) the Yamaha Pocketrak 2G Pocket Recorder is an unbeatable choice. It's only a half-inch thick and will slip unobtrusively into a shirt or pant pocket. But this diminutive, lightweight package contains a large 2-gigabyte memory plus advanced digital audio technology that lets you record and playback with outstanding quality.

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Zoom H2 Handy Digital Recorder 2 Track Zoom H4 Handy Digital Recorder 4 Track M Audio MicroTrack II 24/96 Handheld 2 Track Portable Recorder Edirol R09 24-Bit WAV and MP3 Recorder Black Marantz PMD620 Professional Handheld Recorder MP3 and WAV recording Sony PCMD50 Portable Linear PCM Recorder with USB Korg MR1 Mobile Field Recorder 1 Bit 2.6 MHz Olympus LS 10 Portable Digital Recorder Tascam DR1 Portable Digital Recorder Yamaha Pocketrak 2G Portable Digital Recorder