Zoom H1essential Handy Recorder

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The Zoom H1essential Handy Recorder is one of three recorders in the Essential Series line that offers 32-bit float recording. It is also the first recorder line designed with accessibility in mind—all Essential Series recorders can be used by the blind and visually impaired. Navigate the menu with audible descriptions, in multiple languages*, through the built-in speaker or headphones.

With the push of a button, the H1essential Handy Recorder captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high-quality audio with every take. And with 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. In addition, the onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine.

The H1essential is perfect for:

Musicians - Use the H1essential to record every rehearsal. Features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment are great for writing and practicing., podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators.

Filmmakers - Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.

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

Zoom H1essential - Features:

• Advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment
• Use as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C Port
• Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation
• Built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference
• Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones to monitor audio
• 3.5 mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture
• High-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential's simple interface
• Dedicated marker button to instantly set reference points while recording
• Supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio

_{* Creators can choose English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian or Chinese.}

• Inputs:
  • Channels: 2 (built-in XY mic)
  • Built-In Mic:
    • Mic Type: Unidirectional
    • Sensitivity: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
    • Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary
    • Max Sound Pressure Input: 120 dB SPL
    • Configuration: 90° XY Stereo
  • Mic/Line In:
    • Connectors: 1/8" stereo mini jack
    • Input Gain: Adjustment unnecessary
    • Input Impedance: 2 kΩ or higher input impedance
    • 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
    • Does 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 (128 x 64)
• 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 w/ Recording:
    • Class: USB class compliant; transfer method: asynchronous
    • Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
    • 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)