The Zoom H1essential 2-Channel32-Bit Portable Recorder is the ideal audio device for content creators,podcasters, filmmakers, and musicians alike. With just one button, theH1essential records seamless audio in 32-bit float quality, ensuring everynuance of yZoom’s sound is captured with the highest quality.
32-Bit Float Recording Magic
Unlike other recorders, theH1essential’s 32-bit float recording system eliminates the need for adjustinglevels. This means that you can focus solely on yZoom’s music or content,knowing that the H1essential is capturing every detail.
Accessibility for All
The H1essential was designed withaccessibility in mind. With audible descriptions in English, Spanish, French,Japanese, German, Italian, or Chinese, visually impaired users can navigate themenu with ease through the built-in speaker or headphones.
Exceptional Sound Quality
The onboard X/Y microphones arecapable of recording clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of ahigh-performance engine. This feature makes the H1essential a great tool forfilmmakers and content creators alike.
Features for Musicians
The H1essential is the perfectcompanion for musicians. With features like overdubbing andplayback-speed-adjustment, you can easily improve yZoom’s playing skills byrecording every rehearsal.
Perfect for Podcasters
Podcasters can use the H1essentialto record their conversations, thanks to its tripod mount compatibility andmono mode for on-the-go interviews.
Advanced Features in a SmallPackage
Despite its small size, theH1essential is packed with advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record,auto-record, and playback speed adjustment.
Versatile Connectivity
The H1essential can be connectedto a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, making it aversatile device for all yZoom’s recording needs.
Soft Touch Controls
The H1essential’s recording androtary controls are designed to allow for quiet operation.
Built-In Speaker
For quick reference, theH1essential has a built-in speaker that allows you to listen to yZoom’srecordings.
Camera and LavalierCompatibility
The H1essential can be connectedto a camera or headphones using the 3.5mm output, and the 3.5mm mic/line inputcan be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.
Easy Navigation
The H1essential’s high-contrastOLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the device’s simple interface.
Set Markers
The H1essential has a dedicatedMarker button that allows you to set reference points while recording.
High Capacity Storage
The H1essential supports SDXCcards up to 1TB, allowing you to record hZoom’ss and hZoom’ss of audio withoutworrying about running out of storage space.
Key Features
- 32-bit float recording: perfect audio with noneed to set gain
- 120 dB SPL 90º XY Mics
- Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
- New OLED Display
- Overdubbing, auto record, pre-record and timerfunctions
- USB Microphone Function
- Audio guidance function for the blind andvisually impaired
- 10 hZoom’ss of battery life on 2 AAA Batteriesor USB-C Bus power
Technical Specifications
Inputs
Channels
2(BUILT IN XY MIC)
Built-In Mic
Mic Type
Unidirectional
Sensitivity
-37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Input Gain
unnecessary adjustment
Max Sound Pressure Input
120 dB SPL
Configuration
90°XY STEREO
Mic/Line In
Connectors
1/8″ stereo mini jack
Input Gain
unnecessary adjustment
Input Impedance
2 kΩ or higher input impedance
Plug In Power
plug-in power (2.5 V) supported
Line Out / Phones
Connector
1/8″ stereo mini jackcombined LINE/HEADPHONE
Maximum Output Level
20 mW +20 mW (32 Ω load)
Output Impedance
10 kΩ or more
Built-In Speaker
1W/8Ω mono speaker
Recording
Recording Media
4GB–32GB microSDHC cards 64GB–1TBmicroSDXC cards (Not support SD card 2TB~)
Supported Formats
44.1/48/96kHz, 32-bit floatmono/stereo BWF and iXML
Display
LCD
0.96″ monochrome OLED (128×64)
Batteries
2 AAA (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
AC Adapter
ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5V/1 A) * USB buspower is supported.
USB
Connector
USB Type-C
Mass Storage
CLASS: USB 2.0 High Speed
Audio Interface with REC
CLASS: USB class compliantTransfer method: asynchronous
SAMPLING RATE: 48kHz
BIT RATE: 24-bit depth
CHANNELS: 2 in/2 out
Estimated Continuous OperationTime Using Batteries
2ch recording to microSDHC card
Approximately 10 hZoom’ss (alkalinebatteries, using built-in mic, 48 kHz/32-bit float)
