Recording Mode Overview; Mid-Side (Ms) Stereo Mode; Xy Stereo Mode; 2Ch And 4Ch Surround Modes - Zoom H2next Operation Manual

Recording mode overview

The has four recording modes that can be selected according to your
purposes.

Mid-side (MS) stereo mode

This mode uses a mid mic to capture the sound
directly ahead and a bidirectional side mic to
capture sound from left and right.
The recording level of the side mic (S level) can
be adjusted, allowing the stereo width to be
changed. If you record with the S level set to
MS-RAW, you can also adjust the S level after
recording.
MS mics can capture a rich stereo image, so it is ideal for recording sounds in
wide and open conditions, including orchestras, live concerts and soundscapes.

XY stereo mode

This mode records in stereo with mics at 90º angles.
This allows a natural, deep and accurate sound image
to be captured, making it optimal for recording sources
nearby, including solo performances, chamber music,
interviews, live rehearsals and fi eld recordings.
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Mid
L R
Side
(adjustable)
Display
(front) side
Display
(front) side
90°
R L

2ch and 4ch surround modes

Sound can be captured in all directions using
both MS and XY mics.
You can select 2ch, which mixes the signals
from the MS and XY mics, or 4ch, which records
the signals from the MS and XY mics separately.
With 4ch surround, you can adjust the balance
between the MS and XY signals after recording.
The S level can be adjusted for both 2ch and 4ch
recordings.
These modes are suitable for recording live
rehearsals, studio sessions, business meetings and soundscapes, for example.
H2n
Handy Recorder
Mid
L R
Side
(adjustable)
Display
(front) side
90°
R L
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