Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder

The H1essential Portable Recorder from Zoom features a compact handheld design and an exceptionally user-friendly interface, aimed at simplifying the process of audio recording. With its effortless 32-bit floating point recording capability, users can achieve flawless audio capture consistently, eliminating the necessity to adjust levels.

The H1essential is an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and various content creators, offering a comprehensive set of essential features suitable for diverse applications. Its built-in X/Y microphones enable the capture of sound levels up to 120 dB effortlessly, while the 3.5mm mic/line input with plug-in power facilitates the easy use of lavalier microphones for dialogue recording. Additionally, advanced capabilities such as overdubbing, playback speed control, mono mode, and auto record cater to the needs of contemporary creators. Furthermore, this tripod-mountable recorder functions as a USB-C microphone and audio interface simultaneously, allowing for recording onto microSDXC cards with capacities of up to 1TB.

Equipped with Accessibility Options

The Essential Series was designed with accessibility for the visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones. Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, or Chinese.

For Content Creators

Musicians

Musicians have the opportunity to utilize the H1essential for documenting each practice session and rehearsal, which serves as an excellent method for enhancing their performance skills. Its features, including overdubbing and playback-speed modification, are particularly beneficial for composition and practice purposes. Additionally, the H1essential's integrated microphones and portable design make it an ideal device for capturing high-quality audio recordings.

Filmmakers

The H1essential is an excellent tool for filmmakers. It allows for direct audio recording and transmission to your camera, or can be utilized to capture sound effects that enhance your scene. Additionally, the 3.5 mm mic/line input is compatible with lavalier microphones for dialogue recording and provides up to 2.5V of plug-in power.

Podcasters

Podcasters have the option to attach the H1essential to a tripod for seated discussions or utilize mono mode for interviews conducted while in motion.

Additional Features

• The H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, prerecord, autorecord, and playback speed adjustment. The H1essential also has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.
  
  
• When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card. This versatility can support numerous forms of content creation, making your life easier.
  
  
• The onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance motorcycle.
  
  
• Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation.
  
  
• The high-contrast monochromatic OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential's simple interface.
  
  
• The H1essential supports microSDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.
  
  
• Supporting up to 10 hours of battery life on just two AAA batteries, the H1Essential will last through long recording sessions. Utilize USB-C bus power with outlets and power banks when batteries are not available.