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Portable Recorder
The Zoom H1essential is a portable digital recorder with 32-bit floating-point technology, built-in XY microphones and audio accessibility for the visually impaired. Compact and versatile, it captures clear, accurate sound, ideal for concerts, interviews and podcasts. Free upgrade for Zoom Essential recorders available #VoiceForEssential
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The Zoom H1essential is a portable digital recorder designed to capture professional-quality sound in any situation.
Featuring 32-bit floating-point technology, it guarantees exceptional sonic accuracy, even when recording at high volume, with no risk of distortion.
With a sampling frequency of up to 96 kHz and 32-bit resolution, this device offers unrivalled dynamic range, ideal for concerts, interviews, podcasts or field recordings.
Built-in microphones in a 90° XY configuration ensure accurate, natural stereo pick-up, while withstanding sound pressure levels of up to 120 dB SPL. Their exceptional sensitivity means that recordings are rich in detail, whether of voices, instruments or soundscapes.
The Zoom H1essential also stands out for its unprecedented accessibility, being the first portable recorder designed for blind or partially-sighted people. With audio descriptions available in six languages, menu navigation becomes intuitive via the built-in loudspeaker or headphones.
Compact and lightweight, it can be used with microSDHC and microSDXC cards offering capacities of up to 1 TB, guaranteeing extended recording sessions.
With a host of features such as pre-recording, overdub and playback speed control, it's perfect for all your creative needs.
With USB-C connectivity, a mini-jack input for external microphones and a battery life of 10 hours on two AAA batteries, the Zoom H1 Essential is a reliable and versatile companion for professionals and amateurs in search of sound performance.
Free update for Zoom Essential recorders
This update brings three new features:
- Input gain adjustment
- AI noise reduction
- MP3 recording/export
This update helps make Zoom Essential recorders a must-have for musicians, podcasters and filmmakers, enabling them to capture the best possible sound, simply.
Featuring 32-bit floating-point technology, it guarantees exceptional sonic accuracy, even when recording at high volume, with no risk of distortion.
With a sampling frequency of up to 96 kHz and 32-bit resolution, this device offers unrivalled dynamic range, ideal for concerts, interviews, podcasts or field recordings.
Built-in microphones in a 90° XY configuration ensure accurate, natural stereo pick-up, while withstanding sound pressure levels of up to 120 dB SPL. Their exceptional sensitivity means that recordings are rich in detail, whether of voices, instruments or soundscapes.
The Zoom H1essential also stands out for its unprecedented accessibility, being the first portable recorder designed for blind or partially-sighted people. With audio descriptions available in six languages, menu navigation becomes intuitive via the built-in loudspeaker or headphones.
Compact and lightweight, it can be used with microSDHC and microSDXC cards offering capacities of up to 1 TB, guaranteeing extended recording sessions.
With a host of features such as pre-recording, overdub and playback speed control, it's perfect for all your creative needs.
With USB-C connectivity, a mini-jack input for external microphones and a battery life of 10 hours on two AAA batteries, the Zoom H1 Essential is a reliable and versatile companion for professionals and amateurs in search of sound performance.
Free update for Zoom Essential recorders
This update brings three new features:
- Input gain adjustment
- AI noise reduction
- MP3 recording/export
This update helps make Zoom Essential recorders a must-have for musicians, podcasters and filmmakers, enabling them to capture the best possible sound, simply.
Features
Number of ways
2
Compatibility
Android, Windows, MacOS, Apple iOS
Audio format
Wav, MP3
Memory type
Micro SD / SDHC / SDXC card
Max sampling frequency
96
Maximum resolution
32-bit floating point
Integrated stereo microphone
Yes
Micro input
Yes, Yes
Media player
micro SDXC, micro SDHC
Headphone output
Yes
Analog output
3.5 mm TRS mini-Jack
USB port
Yes
Weight
92 g
Power supply
Battery(ies), Via USB bus, Power adapter (sold separately)
Input channels
2
Other features
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Zoom H1essential
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Stand-alone digital recorder
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Sampling: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
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Resolution: 32-bit floating point
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Channels: 2 inputs / 2 outputs
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Built-in microphones: 2
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Directionality: Unidirectional
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Configuration: Couple XY 90
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Sensitivity: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
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Maximum pressure: 120 dB SPL
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Recording media :
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MicroSDHC (4 GB ➜ 32 GB)
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MicroSDXC (64 GB ➜ 1 TB)
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0.96" monochrome OLED screen (128x64)
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Connections:
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Mic / Line In: Ø3.5 mm TRS mini jack
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2.5 V power supply supported
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Line Out/Phone outputs: Ø3.5 mm mini TRS jack
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USB-C
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Built-in loudspeaker: 1 W
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Power supply: 2x 1.5 V AAA batteries / Via USB Bus / DC 5 V/1 A adapter (ZOOM AD-17, sold separately)
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Battery life: ≈ 10 hours
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Dimensions: 137 × 54 × 29 mm
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Weight: 92 g
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Free update for Zoom Essential recorders available #VoiceForEssential
To find out more...
With its exceptional audio quality, advanced features and intuitive design, all in a portable format, the Zoom H1essential is the ultimate new portable recorder for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers and content creators:
- Musicians can use it to record rehearsals, musical ideas or even live performances. The overdub and playback speed adjustment features are particularly useful for writing and practising.
- Ideal for filmmakers looking for a portable, reliable recorder that can be connected directly to a camera, it will record crisp, clear sound for any type of film or video.
- Podcasters will find the H1essential particularly useful for recording interviews, discussions or narrations. The mono recording function is ideal for single guest interviews, and the H1essential can be mounted on a tripod for added stability.
- Musicians can use it to record rehearsals, musical ideas or even live performances. The overdub and playback speed adjustment features are particularly useful for writing and practising.
- Ideal for filmmakers looking for a portable, reliable recorder that can be connected directly to a camera, it will record crisp, clear sound for any type of film or video.
- Podcasters will find the H1essential particularly useful for recording interviews, discussions or narrations. The mono recording function is ideal for single guest interviews, and the H1essential can be mounted on a tripod for added stability.
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