Portable recording devices

Introducing our range of portable recording devices

Portable recording devices are not only ideal for getting field recordings on the go, but also for conveniently recording school performances, exam recitals, or student rehearsals for reference. At Chamberlain music, we supply a range of portable options from manufacturers including Rode, Roland, Samson, Tascam and Zoom.

These portable recording devices are ideal choices for any creator. Whether you are a musician, podcaster or film maker, Chamberlain can provide you with a high-quality recording device that can be taken with you anywhere.

You can also combine these recorders with the accessory packs which are also available for purchase.

Portable recording devices for education

With easy-to-use controls including recording, adjusting levels and deleting bad takes, our range of portable recording devices are a great option for schools who want to record their students work which can then be archived onto a computer and graded individually without missing any key improvements. Our range of Zoom recorders are particularly popular with schools and offer a range of features to suit any teacher.

Features:
Lightweight and portable
Easy to use
High quality condenser microphones
Long lasting battery life
Studio quality – ideal for podcasting, music recording and voice over work

Portable recorders from Zoom – easy to use with plenty of advanced features

Zoom recorders are ideal for capturing professional sound outside of a studio setting. Also known as field recorders, digital recorders, voice recorders and portable audio recorders, you can record great audio for your performance, rehearsal, podcast, film, or news report while out in the field.

Zoom ensures quality features that help deliver high-quality audio when used outside of a traditional studio setting.

The Zoom H1E handy recorder has one-touch button controls and a sophisticated OLED display. Including features such as playback speed control, voice emphasise filters and stereo bounce functions this model records high quality WAV or MP3 files which can then be transferred directly onto your computer for sharing or editing with the USB cable included.

The H2N is free standing, ultra rugged, with easy to use controls – just turn it on and press record! Adjust the gain and leave this in the corner of the room to record your rehearsal or performance, an essential tool for students and teachers. An accessory pack is available with additional adaptors, connections and windscreen. 

The H4E is the is a very popular portable recording device from Zoom. It is suitable for all types of recording situations – from loud gigs to subtle wildlife recordings. You can even record up to four tracks by connecting two external mics and combining with the X/Y stereo mics provided. 

Tascam Pocket studios

Portable, compact and easy to use we have three pocket studios from Tascam which can be used for recording music. Each with two XLR mic inputs and weighing less than 1.5kg these ‘Pocket studios’ are a great idea for travelling musicians or podcasters who need a reliable, lightweight recorder to take with them on the go without taking up space.

The DP-006 6-track digital pocket studio records with great CD quality and features two condenser microphones directly in the front for recording vocals or acoustic guitar anytime without the need for extra equipment or set-up time. It is a perfect choice with built-in microphones for multi-track recording anywhere.

If you would like a more advanced pocket studio with 8 mono tracks then Chamberlain also offers the Tascam DP-03SD 8-track recorder which has two line inputs. It's battery-powered (batteries not included) and very easy to transport to and from recordings. Ideal for travelling artists, podcasters and music producers, data can be transferred to a computer via USB so you can create your own music on your computer software, keep your music files all in one place and even share your creations with friends and family.

Mobile phone and camera recording devices

We also have a range of portable recording devices which can be connected directly to you phone or camera directly and improve the quality of the audio.

The Rode VideoMic Me is a great choice for anyone who is looking to improve the quality of video audio on their smart phones. The 3.5mm jack on the rear allows for play-through audio while recording as well as easy playback of your videos without the need to remove the mic. Lightweight and compact, you’ll hardly notice it.

The Samson Go Mic Portable USB condenser microphone is perfect if you need a portable condenser microphone for podcasting, music recording, or field recording. This microphone captures great audio and comes with a USB cable, cable clip, and carry carry.

Zoom recording devices available for cameras and phones

The Zoom F1 field recorder and shotgun mic has a two-channel audio recorder, a built-in limiter, and auto level control to avoid clipping. It allows you to record up to ten hours of high-quality audio so you can shoot footage all day on a single charge.

With Bluetooth options available, the Zoom F2 field recorder and lavalier mic has USB features which make the transferring of files from the device to your computer so much easier. With his mic, you can record wherever you are with a simple clip. The screw lock connectors keep you plugged in securely while you are on the move.

If you are connecting to a device with a lightning connector such as iPhones or iPads, then we recommend the Zoom IQ7 stereo microphone for iOS. This mic enables you to have quality stereo recordings from you iPhone, iPad, iPod etc with a bespoke rotating mechanism that ensures correct left-right stereo orientation.

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