After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Zoom F1-LP 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder with Lavalier Microphone
- Videography, Interviews, Vlogs
- Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
- Limiter & Auto-Level Prevent Distortion
- Records Stereo MP3 or Hi-Res WAV
- 3.5mm Stereo Mic/Line Input
- Compatible with Zoom Mic Capsules
- Up to 16 Hours via AAA Batteries
- microSD Card / USB Interface Recording
- One-Touch Controls, Easy-to-Read Display
- Belt-Mount, Pocket-Friendly Design
Product Description
Record clear, crisp dialog in a hurry for your next video shoot, interview, or vlog with the Zoom F1-LP, a 2-track portable field recorder with an onboard limiter and auto-level control providing distortion-free 24-bit audio, and a clip-on lavalier microphone for easy setup. Whereas other F-Series recorders such as the F4, F6, and F8n are centered around a sound bag–ready form factor, the F1-LP is tailored for belt-mount and pocket-friendly placement.
From the easy-to-read backlit display and simple one-touch controls to the long battery life, the F1-LP is properly equipped to serve you reliably, regardless of your audio background. Whether you need long-duration recording for a lecture, professional audio capture for an interview, or a space-saving setup for trade shows and special events, the F1-LP is ready to handle your crucial audio tasks.Plus, its operational simplicity ensures that the F1-LP will never get in the way of your workflow, be it simple, complex, or always changing. You can feel confident using it as your main recorder, a USB audio interface for your dedicated computer or iPad rig, or a backup unit for added safety.
Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
Attach the included lavalier microphone to your subject with the supplied mic clip, then connect its 3.5mm plug–equipped cable to the input of the F1-LP; the locking connection inhibits unintended disconnects. The microphone's omnidirectional polar pattern delivers consistent audio pickup from all directions, yielding dependable voice capture even as the subject turns their head or the microphone changes position.
Onboard Limiter and Auto-Level Prevent Clipping
The F1-LP utilizes an onboard limiter and automatic level control to provide protection against overloading the A/D converters. Record with confidence knowing that sudden volume spikes won't distort or clip your files.
Configurable Recording Settings
The F1-LP boasts a slew of recording resolutions to choose from—48 to 320 kb/s in MP3 format, or up to 24-bit / 96 kHz in uncompressed WAV format. Also, a pre-record function allows you to capture approximately two seconds of audio before you press the record button, and a low-cut filter attenuates rumble for cleaner voice recordings.
Zoom Mic Capsule Input
A proprietary 10-pin Zoom mic capsule input on the F1-LP accommodates Zoom's line of interchangeable capsules (available separately) in place of the standard mic/line input. With mid-side, X/Y, and shotgun mic capsules to choose from, you can be ready to record music, dialog, or sound effects without carting an external microphone setup. There's even the EXH-6 input capsule (available separately) if you need dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs.
Headphone/Line Output with Volume Control
A locking 3.5mm stereo output jack with a dedicated volume control enables straightforward routing to your camera, DSLR, secondary recorder, or headphones.
Highly Visible Display
Day or night, view vital information such as audio levels, recording time, battery status, and more on the 1.25" monochrome backlit LCD. Intuitive one-touch buttons provide fast, hassle-free operations.
Low Profile and Lightweight
With its minimal profile, the lightweight F1 attaches neatly on belts and waistbands, or can be slipped into a pocket so the recorder can be easily concealed.
Specifications
| Number of Tracks | 2 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 96 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Microphone | Interchangeable Omnidirectional Lavalier |
| Built-In Speaker | No |
| Display | Monochrome LCD (Backlit) |
| Memory Card Support | microSD, microSDHC (Up to 32 GB) |
| Internal Storage | None |
Recording
| Audio File Formats | BWF, ID3v1, MP3, WAV |
| Sample Rates | 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 16 / 24-Bit |
| Bit Rates | 48 to 320 kb/s |
| Signal Processing & FX | Auto Gain, Limiter, Low-Cut Filter |
| Timecode Support | No |
Connectivity
| Analog I/O |
1 x Proprietary 10-Pin Mic Capsule Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Line/Mic Input (Lockable) 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Unbalanced Headphone/Line Output (Lockable) |
| Digital I/O | None |
| Phantom Power | None |
| Plug-In Power | Yes, 2.5 V |
| Host Connection | 1 x Micro-USB (2.0) |
Performance
| Gain/Trim Range | -12 to +36 dB |
| Headphone Output Power | 11 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance |
Inputs: Greater then 2 Kilohms |
| Microphone Sensitivity | -32 dB/Pa |
| Microphone Max SPL | 115 dB SPL |
Power
| Power Options | Battery or AC/DC Power Adapter |
| Battery Type | 2 x AAA (Not Included) |
| Approximate Battery Life |
48 kHz/24-Bit: 10 Hours (Alkaline, Mono, Plug-In Power On) 9 Hours (NiMH, Mono, Plug-In Power On) 16 Hours (Lithium, Mono, Plug-In Power On) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC at 1 A (Not Included) |
Physical
| Dimensions | 2.5 x 3.1 x 1.3" / 64 x 79.8 x 33.3 mm |
| Weight | 4.2 oz / 120 g (without Batteries) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.875 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.9 x 6.4 x 2.2" |
