32-bit/96kHz Handheld Recorder and 2x2 USB Audio Interface with Onboard XY Stereo Microphones, Soft-touch Controls, Built-in Speaker, and OLED Screen

Sporting a compact handheld form factor and an incredibly intuitive interface, the H1essential Portable Recorder from Zoom is designed to make audio capture easier than ever before. With painless 32-bit floating point recording, you can capture perfect audio every time without the need to ever set levels.

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.

Portable audio recorder for content creation, filmmaking, musical projects, and more
Onboard 32-bit float recording for balanced, high-quality sound in any studio or off-site setting
X/Y stereo microphones capable of capturing crystal-clear audio up to 120 dB SPL
Overdubbing and playback speed adjustment features for superb composition and practice use
3.5mm output accommodates most modern cameras and plug-in monitoring headphones — perfect for filmmaking and content creation scenarios
Quiet operation recording and rotary controls offer seamless navigation of the recorder’s features
Standalone Marker button for simple reference point setting
Optional “mono mode” for impromptu conversations and instrument recording
Easy-to-read OLED display
Functions as a USB microphone via the onboard USB-C port connection
Built-in mono speaker for on-the-spot recording reference
Lavalier compatible 3.5mm mic/line input for professional-grade dialogue capture
Compact form factor fares well in several studios and on-site recording locations
Accommodates microSDXC cards up to 1 TB and microSDHC cards up to 32 GB
Accessibility mode provides audible feedback in English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, and Chinese
Up to 10 hours of available battery life tackles entire workdays on a single charge

Audio Interface:2-channel Field Recorder
A/D Resolution:32-bit/96kHz
Built-in Mic(s):2
Analog Inputs:1 x 1/8"
Headphones:1 x 1/8"
Built-in Speaker:Yes
Memory (removable):microSDHC (up to 32GB), microSDXC (up to 1TB)
File Format:iXML, BWF
USB:1 x USB-C
Additional Features:0.96" OLED LCD Display
Power Supply:2 x AAA batteries
Battery Life:Up to 10 hours

Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Portable Audio Recorder