[ljguitar]

Originally Posted by EWman

…Here's what I'm looking at:
Zoom H1n
Tascam DR-05X!

Hi EW

Experience with both. I'd say comparable quality and price.

H1n is the most compact little marvel not only for the small size, but for features, recording on the fly, and really decent quality. For me it's not just about quality, but how easily a recorder is accessible, and useful. The H1n is not just a newer H1, it's a redesign, and so much better.

I'm using it for casual interviews with older family members and it does a great job. I also use it to capture songs I want to learn, and lyrics I want to remember when I'm writing. I prop it up, pop it on top of tripods, or boom it down from the top (or just set it on a table). One button record is quick, and the batteries last for hours-n-hours.

Shirt pocket small - with room left over! Travel worthy rugged. Mine travels in my DSLR bag, suitcases, backpacks and pockets depending on the needed usage. The Tascam is 12 ounces and the H1n is 2.5 ounces.