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August 3, 2024
Buying Guide: 32-Bit Float Recorders

Buying Guide: 32-Bit Floating-Point Recorders

When you record audio with 32-bit floating-point bit depth, you can capture enormous dynamic range without worrying about setting gain levels. It no longer matters if your source is too loud or too quiet -- you can record first, and set the level on the 32-bit files in your DAW after the fact. Learn more about how 32-bit float recording makes this possible in our blog post!

As 32-bit floating point recording becomes more widely available, the variety of devices that support it continues to grow. Here's our guide to what's out there now, so you can find the recorder or device that fits your setup.
Lavalier Microphones with 32-Bit Recorders
These lavalier microphones come with built-in 32-bit recorders. Or you could call them 32-bit recorders with built-in lavalier mics. However you describe them, they're great tools for those once-in-a-lifetime speech recording opportunities with no do-overs or second takes. Whether you're recording a wedding ceremony or a person-on-the-street interview, when it's your job to record someone speaking that you'll get exactly one chance to capture, these mics can help you make it happen.

Rode Wireless PRO Dual-Channel Wireless Microphone + Recording System

$399.00
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    $49.88
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    $66.50
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    $99.75
32-Bit Recorders with Built-in Stereo Microphones
For recording live shows, rehearsals, meetings, press conferences, or just about anything else, recorders with built-in microphones are your handy set-up-in-seconds solution. When you don't want to fiddle with plugging in any microphones, but you want better quality than your smartphone can manage, reach for these recorders. As always, 32-bit floating point recording means you don't have to worry about too-hot or too-quiet levels.
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TASCAM Portacapture X8 Multi-Track Recorder

$369.99
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Zoom H4essential Digital Handy Recorder

$199.99
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    $33.33
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    $50.00

Zoom H6essential Digital Handy Recorder

$299.99
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    $37.50
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    $50.00
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    $75.00
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Zoom M2 MicTrak Stereo X/Y Microphone / Recorder

$119.99
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    $20.00
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    $30.00

Zoom M3 MicTrak Stereo Shotgun Microphone/Recorder

$199.99
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    $33.33
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    $50.00
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Zoom M4 MicTrak 4-Track Recorder with Stereo X/Y Microphones and Timecode

$249.99
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    $41.66
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    $62.50
32-Bit Professional Field Recorders
Awesome for professionals capturing sound effects in the field, or recording dialogue and ambiance on set, these recorders have XLR inputs that let you plug in your own microphones or audio sources of choice.

Zoom F3 Portable Field Recorder

$299.99
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    $37.50
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    $50.00
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    $75.00

Zoom F6 Professional Multitrack Field Recorder

$749.99
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    $62.50
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    $93.75
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    $125.00
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    4 x  
    $187.50

Zoom F8n Pro 8-Channel Field Recorder

$1,099.99
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    $91.67
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    $137.50
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    $183.33
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    4 x  
    $275.00
More 32-Bit Recording Devices
These devices make it easy to bring 32-bit recording wherever you go. They're great for grabbing a stereo feed off the soundboard at a show. Don't worry about setting levels, just plug in your sources and hit record!

Zoom H1 XLR Handy Digital Recorder

$149.99
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    $25.00
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    4 x  
    $37.50

Zoom R4 Handheld Digital MultiTrak Audio Recorder

$199.99
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    $33.33
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    4 x  
    $50.00
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Zoom LiveTrak L-6 Digital Mixer and Multi-Track Recorder, 6-Channel

$299.99
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    $37.50
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    $50.00
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    $75.00
More Devices with 32-Bit Output
Rather than capture audio onto a portable recorder and import the tracks into your software, you can record straight into your DAW in 32-bit float mode with an audio interface that supports this bit depth, such as the Zoom UAC-232.

Rode's 5th-generation NT1 microphone has both XLR and USB-C output. When you're using the USB out, you can capture 32-bit float directly into your DAW, no interface required. Between this mic's extremely low self-noise, high 142 dB max SPL handling, and unclippable USB output, the Rode NT1 5th Gen can handle any level you might throw at it!
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Solid State Logic SSL 2 MKII 2x2 USB-C Audio Interface

$229.99
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    $38.33
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    $57.50
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Solid State Logic SSL 2+ MKII 2x4 USB-C Audio Interface

$299.99
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    $37.50
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    $50.00
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    4 x  
    $75.00
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Zoom UAC-232 32-Bit USB Audio Interface

$129.99
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    $21.66
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    $32.50

Rode NT1 5th Generation Hybrid USB Condenser Microphone

$249.00
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    6 x  
    $41.50
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    4 x  
    $62.25