Overview
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.
Features
- 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.
Included
- Zoom H1essential 2-Track Portable Audio Recorder
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Specifications
| Form Factor |
Handheld Recorder
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| Number of Tracks |
2
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| Number of Input Channels |
2
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| Maximum Sampling Rate |
96 kHz / 32-Bit Float
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| Microphone |
Built-In Cardioid Condenser Stereo Pair, X/Y Configuration
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| Number of Microphone Inputs |
1
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| Built-In Speaker |
Yes: 1 W Mono
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| Display |
0.96″ / 2.44 cm Monochrome OLED
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| Memory Card Support |
microSDXC (Up to 1 TB)
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| Internal Storage |
No
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| Special Features |
Overdubbing
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| Audio File Formats |
BWF, iXML, WAV
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| Sample Rates |
44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
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| Bit Depth |
Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point)
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| Signal Processing & FX |
Speed Change
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| Timecode Support |
No
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| Recording Time |
10 Hrs (All Channels)
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| Included Software |
No
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| Analog I/O |
1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Mic Input
1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Headphone/Line Output |
| Digital I/O |
No
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| Phantom Power |
No
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| Plug-In Power |
Yes: 2.5 V
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| System Connection |
1x USB-C (I/O, 2.0)
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| Audio Interface Capability |
Stereo Only
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| Wireless |
No
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| Mobile App Compatible |
No
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| Headphone Output Power |
20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
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| Impedance |
Outputs:
≤10 Kilohms |
| Microphone Sensitivity |
-37 dB (X/Y)
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| Microphone Max SPL |
120 dB SPL (X/Y)
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| Power Options |
Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
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| Battery Type |
2x AAA (Not Included)
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| Approximate Battery Life |
10 Hours (AAA Alkaline, Recording, Built-In Mic)
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| AC/DC Power Adapter |
5 VDC at 1 A (Included)
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| Included Accessories |
No
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| Dimensions |
2.1 x 1.1 x 5.4″ / 5.4 x 2.9 x 13.7 cm
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| Weight |
3.2 oz / 92 g (with Batteries)
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| Package Weight |
0.325 lb
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| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
6.9 x 3.7 x 1.4″
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