- Portable, Easy-to-Use Audio Recorder
- Musicians, Content Creators & Podcasters
- 32-Bit Float: No Level Adjustment Needed
- Onboard X/Y Mics Handle up to 120 dB
- Overdubbing & Playback Speed Adjustment
- Mono Mode for On-The-Go Interviews
- Vivid OLED Display
- Function as a USB-C Microphone
- Tripod Mountable
- 10-Hour Operation on 2 AAA Batteries
Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
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Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
Sporting a compact handheld form factor and an incredibly intuitive interface, the H1essential Portable Recorder from Zoom is designed to make audio capture easier than ever before. With painless 32-bit floating point recording, you can capture perfect audio every time without the need to ever set levels.
Ideal for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and general content creators, the H1essential provides a versatile array of essential features that can support a wide range of scenarios. With the built-in X/Y microphones, you can capture up to 120 dB of sound without issue, while a 3.5mm mic/line input with plug-in power lets you use lavalier mics with ease for dialogue capture. Advanced functions like overdubbing, playback speed adjustment, mono mode, and auto record fit a wide range of applications for the modern creator. Finally, this tripod-mountable recorder can serve as a USB-C microphone and audio interface all at once while simultaneously recording to microSDXC cards up to 1TB.
- Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Portable Recorder
| Form Factor |
Handheld Recorder |
| Primary Use Applications |
Audio-for-Video, Dictation & Transcription, Music Recording, Podcasting |
| Number of Tracks |
2 |
| Number of Input Channels |
2 |
| Maximum Sampling Rate |
96 kHz / 32-Bit Float |
| Microphone |
Built-In Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration |
| Number of Microphone Inputs |
1 |
| Built-In Speaker |
Yes, 1 W Mono |
| Display |
0.96" / 2.44 cm Monochrome OLED |
| Memory Card Support |
microSDXC (Up to 1 TB) |
| Internal Storage |
No |
| Special Features |
Overdubbing |
Recording
| Audio File Formats |
BWF, iXML, WAV |
| Sample Rates |
44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz |
| Bit Depth |
Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point) |
| Signal Processing & FX |
Speed Change |
| Timecode Support |
No |
| Recording Time |
10 Hrs (All Channels) |
| Included Software |
No |
Connectivity
| Analog I/O |
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input |
| Digital I/O |
No |
| Phantom Power |
No |
| Plug-In Power |
Yes, 2.5 V |
| System Connection |
1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0) |
| Audio Interface Capability |
Stereo Only |
| Wireless |
No |
| Mobile App Compatible |
No |
Performance
| Headphone Output Power |
20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Impedance |
Outputs: |
| Microphone Sensitivity |
-37 dB (X/Y) |
| Microphone Max SPL |
120 dB SPL (X/Y) |
Power
| Power Options |
Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter |
| Battery Type |
2x AAA (Not Included) |
| Approximate Battery Life |
10 Hours (AAA Alkaline, Recording, Built-In Mic) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter |
5 VDC at 1 A (Included) |
Physical
| Included Accessories |
No |
| Dimensions |
2.1 x 1.1 x 5.4" / 5.4 x 2.9 x 13.7 cm |
| Weight |
3.2 oz / 92 g (with Batteries) |
- Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
