The next generation recording device just might debut this week at CES 2009 in Las Vegas. Samson (makers of the Zoom line of recorders), a leader in the manufacture of handheld recording devices is set to release their newest Zoom model at the trade show. Enter the Zoom H4n.

The Zoom H4n comes complete with built-in X/Y stereo condenser mics. These offer a range of recording patterns. The addition of a high-quality mic preamp boosts the overall audio quality of this little recording powerhouse. On top of the aforementioned, the Zoom H4n offers the ability to use internal and external mics at the same time for 4-channel recording.

Sanyo has released a new model for their Xacti handheld camcorder series, the Xacti CG9. Boasting of a 9.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, 40MB of internal memory, a 5x optical zoom and H.264 video codec. Sanyo is touting the Xacti CG9 as an entry level video camcorder. Hence the move from the usual Xacti CCD to CMOS, probably to enable Sanyo to put a competitive price to the Xacti CG9 since they are targeting the entry-level video camcorder users. But still, the CMOS sensor will produce decent quality videos and high quality still images as well. The Xacti CG9 also boast of 60/fps video recording capability.

Sony’s new HDD DVD Recorders were introduced to the European market in two models, the RDR-HX725 and RDR-HX925. The recorders are compatible with DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW Recording (dual RW compatibility). The 725 uses a 160 GB hard drive, can hold up to 40 shows per month, and allows the user to pause live TV. The 925 model more »

The new Sharp DV-ARV22 is a 3-in-1 recorder for your living room. It has a 250 GB hard drive, VHS slot (with record functionality) and a CD/DVD player/recorder. The DV-ARC22 can dub at high speeds between the three sources. It has HDMI outputs, Firewire and Ethernet inputs, and has an easy to read front panel more »