Topic: How to set up the Zoom H2n?

[Pieteker]

Hi,

A friend of mine is going to tape his first shows in April and he wants to start out with the Zoom H2n. I already told him that external mics are the way to go, but he wants to use the gear he has now, which I understand. I told him to set the recording mode to M/S Raw and record in 24-bit / 44.1 kHz, making sure to position the recorder in a straight line towards the stage and not to let levels go over -12 dB during recording. I also recommended that he get a small hand rig like this one to hold it somewhat above chest level: https://www.thomann.de/nl/rycote_soft_grip_extension_handle.htm?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw7-SvBhB6EiwAwYdCAXBa-Xk7M0hzW5SsHlXsooRtBa_4HNoFRI_bMY9HjUktVxhWiUVYJBoCNDoQAvD_BwE

Am I missing something here? He's recording his first show at AFAS Live in Amsterdam, a big venue. I told him to just stand a few meters in front of the board.

Would love to hear your take on this!

Thanks,
Pieter

[grawk]

there’s no benefit to midside raw over stereo, because the math is bidirectional. And there’s no reason to limit it to 44.1 unless it’s going straight to cd.

[aaronji]

That's a big room; I think the capacity is 5 or 6000. The higher he can get the mics, the better...

I have never taped there, but another member (Popmarter) has (I think). You might want to ask him or maybe he will see this and chime in.

[AbbyTaper]

Set it at least to 24/48

[Pieteker]

Thanks everyone!