Zoom has unveiled a titanic leap forward for content creators with the H1essential, an updated iteration of the company's popular portable recorder lineup. Enhanced features include expanded memory card compatibility for higher workload handling, 10 hours of onboard battery life, and quiet operation controls — to name just a few. There's also a brand new Accessibility Mode, where a screen reader assists visually impaired creators with menu navigation. A reworked OLED interface makes navigation a cinch for easy use whether you're recording in the studio or on the street. Zoom's collection of portable recording gear has been a longtime favorite among content creators at Music Experience. With the introduction of the H1essential, that tradition won't be replaced anytime soon.
Catering to songwriters and planning-oriented projects, the H1essential's overdub and playback control makes it easy to rehash details and review your work as soon as your recording is complete. Simply connect your headphones to your recorder via the onboard 3.5mm line-out. Conversely, tapping into the H1essential's built-in mono speaker allows you to share and analyze your captured audio with the entire room.
The H1essential's easy-to-real OLED display makes surfing the recorder's entire feature catalog a breeze. To add to the pot, quiet operation recording and rotary controls, including a stereo/mono toggle, transport buttons, and an on-side volume knob, make it possible to navigate your workflow with a single hand, providing excellent field utility. Additionally, onboard Lo Cut and time marker controls present an easy way to enhance audio and keep track of timestamps for an easier overdub workflow. The H1essential also accommodates visually impaired creators. It has built-in accessibility tools that provide audible menu descriptions in seven languages.
The H1essential is equipped to integrate into nearly any contemporary recording or filming setup. The recorder is lavalier-ready with an available 3.5mm mic/line input, ensuring professional-grade vocal capture. Likewise, a 3.5mm output provides compatibility with most modern camera models for lifelike complimentary sound. Topped off with the ability to function as a fully-featured USB microphone, there's no creation session that the H1essential can't handle.
The H1essential accommodates microSDXC (64GB-1TB) and microSDHC (4GB-32GB) cards for efficient storage capacity in any recording situation. With a whopping maximum capacity of one 1TB, you'll spend less time swapping out your equipment and more time focusing on your content.
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.
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 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 or Chinese.*
The onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine.
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 or Chinese.*
Musicians can use the H1essential to record every rehearsal, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment are great for writing and practicing.
The H1essential is great for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.
Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for sit down conversations or use ‘mono mode’ for on-the-go interviews.
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.
Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation.
Use the 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.
The 3.5 mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.
The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential’s simple interface.
The H1essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.
The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB to record hours and hours of audio.
Not only is the Zoom H1 one of the most affordable handheld records out there, but it's also one of the handiest!
| Audio Interface | 2-channel Field Recorder |
|---|---|
| A/D Resolution | 32-bit/96kHz |
| Simultaneous Rec Tracks | 2 |
| Simultaneous Play Tracks | 2 |
| Built-in Mic(s) | 90°deree XY Stereo Condenser Mics (up to 120dB SPL) |
| Analog Inputs | 1 x 1/8" TRS (mic/line) |
| Analog Outputs | 1 x 1/8" TRS (headphones/line out) |
| Headphone Outputs | 1 x 1/8" |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Memory (removable) | microSD/SDHC (up to 32GB) |
| File Format | iXML, BWF |
| Built-In Effects | Speed Control (playback), Tone/Filter presets |
| USB | 1 x USB-C |
| Power Supply | 2 x AAA batteries / USB 5V DC adapter (sold separately) |
| Max Battery Life | 10 hours |
| Stand Mountable | Optional MA-2 mic stand adapter (sold separately) |
| Height | 1.1" |
| Width | 2.1" |
| Depth | 5.4" |
| Weight | 0.13 lbs. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ZH1E H1essential 4515260029235 |
