Zoom F1-SP

Key Information About the Zoom F1-SP Audio Recorder

• Ultra-compact 2-track recorder (1 stereo track) designed for sound on image, easy to slip into any video setup.
• Secure on-the-fly sound capture thanks to automatic gain, limiter, and high-pass filter to limit distortion and unwanted noise.
• ZOOM ecosystem with interchangeable capsules: dedicated port + 3.5 mm mini-jack mic/line input to adapt to every shoot.
• Video-ready pack with hypercardioid shotgun microphone, Hot Shoe suspension, and cable to camera for clean and stable capture.

A ZOOM "field" format designed for shooting and mobility

The Zoom F1-SP fits within the philosophy of ZOOM recorders dedicated to fieldwork: a sturdy, lightweight, and quick-to-use device designed to follow creators everywhere. Its approach is clear: to offer reliable recording in real conditions (interviews, reporting, run-and-gun capture), while maintaining the flexibility that made the brand famous, notably through the ZOOM capsule port and video-oriented "sync" tools. The interface translated into French further enhances efficiency in the field, where every second counts.

Who the Zoom F1-SP is for and where it excels

The F1-SP is tailored for videographers, journalists, documentarians, content creators, and lightweight teams who want to significantly improve sound without complicating their workflow. Use it as a standalone recorder to secure the capture (ideal WAV BWF format for post-production), or connected to a camera via its headphone/line output. The hypercardioid shotgun microphone in the pack is particularly relevant for isolating a voice on camera, dialogues, or a specific source, while limiting ambient side noise.

Note: camera/photo device not included.

Key features: security, synchronization, and field versatility

More confident sound capture, even on the move

To limit unpleasant surprises, the Zoom F1-SP includes essential protection functions for shooting: automatic gain to maintain a usable level when dynamics vary, limiter to contain peaks, and high-pass filter to reduce vibrations, handling noise, or certain low-mid resonances. Add to this the pre-recording: the recorder captures a few moments before pressing "Rec," handy to avoid missing anything during unpredictable scenes.

Concrete tools to sync audio with image

The F1-SP facilitates post-production work thanks to test tones and automatic audio markers (at start and stop). These cues speed up level calibration and timeline synchronization, especially when audio is recorded separately from the camera.

ZOOM capsule port and Mid-Side compatibility: a recorder that adapts

The ZOOM capsule port transforms the F1 into a modular platform: you can switch from a shotgun mic to an XY capsule, or to a Mid-Side configuration as needed. The F1 supports Mid-Side (MS) with compatible capsules, useful when you want to adjust stereo width after recording or capture a controlled ambiance while maintaining a solid center.

Recording and USB: from field to editing without friction

For recording, the F1-SP offers WAV files compatible with BWF (16/24 bits up to 96 kHz) for clean integration into audio/video software, and MP3 if you prefer lighter files. Regarding workflow, the micro USB High Speed 2.0 class compliant port allows use as a card reader or as a 2-in/2-out audio interface (16 bits, 48 kHz) compatible with Mac, PC, and iOS, convenient for voice-overs, video calls, or simple capture on a computer.

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