Easy Just Got Easier with the Zoom H1essential Handy Recorder

The world’s easiest recorder just got easier. 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.

• USB Microphone
• Can be used as a USB microphone when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device via USB-C Port
• Simultaneous recording to SD card while connected as a USB microphone
• Soft Touch Controls - Recording and rotary controls designed for quiet operation.
• Built-in Speaker - Allows for listening to recordings for quick reference.
• Camera Friendly - 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or for headphone monitoring.
• Lavalier Ready - 3.5 mm mic/line input compatible with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.
• Vivid OLED Screen - High-contrast OLED screen for easy navigation through a simple interface.
• Set Markers - Dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.
• High Capacity Storage - Supports SDXC cards up to 1TB for extended recording sessions.

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 audio with every take.

The First Recorders With Accessibility

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

SPECIFICATIONS

• Inputs
  • Channels: 2 (Built-in XY Mic)
  • Built-in Mic Type: Unidirectional
  • Sensitivity: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Max Sound Pressure Input: 120 dB SPL
  • Configuration: 90° XY Stereo
  • Mic/Line In Connectors: 1/8" stereo mini jack
  • 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
• 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: Approximately 10 hours (alkaline batteries, using built-in mic, 48 kHz/32-bit float)
• Option: Accessory pack includes Hairy Windscreen, ZOOM AD-17, USB Cable (Type-C), Padded-Shell Case

Manufacturer: Zoom
Model: H1ESSENTIAL
SKU: I765994-N-4-WHXX
EAN: 4515260029235

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