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    The Zoom H1Essential is the world’s easiest recorder. With the push of a button the H1essential captures perfect audio for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators. Simply hit record and discover the power of 32-bit float.

     

    32-Bit Float Magic

    With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H1essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high quality in every take.

     

    The First Handy Recorders With Accessibility

    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.

     

    Loud And Clear

    The onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance motorcycle.

     

    The Perfect Practice Companion For Musicians

    Musicians can use the H1essential to record every practice and rehearsal, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment are great for writing and practicing.

     

    Sampling

    With its built-in mics and compact size, the H1essential is the perfect recorder to capture high-quality audio samples.

     

    Sound Makes the Scene

    The H1essential is great for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.

     

    For Storytellers

    Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for sit down conversations or use ‘mono mode’ for on-the-go interviews.

     

    Big Features, Small Package

    The H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.

     

    USB Microphone

    When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android using the USB-C Port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.  

     

    Soft Touch Controls

    Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation.

     

    Built-In Speaker

    Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.

     

    Camera Friendly

    Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones to monitor audio.

     

    Lavalier Ready

    The 3.5 mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.

     

    Vivid Oled Screen

    The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential’s simple interface.

     

    Set Markers

    The H1essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording. 

     

    High Capacity Storage

    The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1 TB to record hours and hours of audio.


    Essential Audio For Every Creator

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    Zoom H1Essential Handy Recorder Specifications

    Zoom H1Essential Handy Recorder Specifications
    Product Specifications

    Zoom H1Essential Handy Recorder Specifications

    • Inputs:
      • Built-In Mic Type: Unidirectional
      • Mic Type: -37 Db, 1 Khz At 1 Pa
      • Sensitivity: Unnecessary Adjustment
      • Input Gain: 120 Db SPL
      • Max Sound Pressure Input 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
    • Outputs:
      • Line Out/Phones Connector: 1/8" Stereo Mini Jack, Combined 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–1TB Microsdxc Cards, (Not Support SD Card 2TB~)
      • Wav Supported Formats: 44.1/48/96khz, 32-Bit Float, Mono/Stereo, Bwf And Ixml
      • Lcd Display: 0.96" Monochrome OLED (128x64)
    • Power Supplies:
      • Batteries: 2 AAA (Alkaline, Nimh Or Lithium)
      • AC Adapter: Zoom Ad-17 (Dc 5 V/1 A), USB Bus Power Is Supported.
    • USB:
      • Connector: USB Type-C
      • Mass Storage Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
    • Audio Interface With Rec:
      • Class: USB Class Compliant, Transfer Method: Asynchronous
      • Sampling Rate: 48khz
      • Bit Rate: 24-Bit Depth
      • Channels: 2 In/2 Out
    • Estimated Continuous Operation Time Using Batteries:
      • 2ch Recording To Microsdhc Card: Approximately 10 Hours (Alkaline Batteries, Using Built-In Mic, 48 Khz/32-Bit Float)
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