The Zoom H1essential 2-Channel 32-Bit Portable Recorder is the ideal audio device for content creators, podcasters, filmmakers, and musicians alike. With just one button, the H1essential records seamless audio in 32-bit float quality, ensuring every nuance of yZoom’s sound is captured with the highest quality.

32-Bit Float Recording Magic
Unlike other recorders, the H1essential's 32-bit float recording system eliminates the need for adjusting levels. This means that you can focus solely on yZoom’s music or content, knowing that the H1essential is capturing every detail.

Accessibility for All
The H1essential was designed with accessibility in mind. With audible descriptions in English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, or Chinese, visually impaired users can navigate the menu with ease through the built-in speaker or headphones.

Exceptional Sound Quality
The onboard X/Y microphones are capable of recording clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine. This feature makes the H1essential a great tool for filmmakers and content creators alike.

Features for Musicians
The H1essential is the perfect companion for musicians. With features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment, you can easily improve yZoom’s playing skills by recording every rehearsal.

Perfect for Podcasters
Podcasters can use the H1essential to record their conversations, thanks to its tripod mount compatibility and mono mode for on-the-go interviews.

Advanced Features in a Small Package
Despite its small size, the H1essential is packed with advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto-record, and playback speed adjustment.

Versatile Connectivity
The H1essential can be connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, making it a versatile device for all yZoom’s recording needs.

Soft Touch Controls
The H1essential's recording and rotary controls are designed to allow for quiet operation.

Built-In Speaker
For quick reference, the H1essential has a built-in speaker that allows you to listen to yZoom’s recordings.

Camera and Lavalier Compatibility
The H1essential can be connected to a camera or headphones using the 3.5mm output, and the 3.5mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.

Easy Navigation
The H1essential's high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the device's simple interface.

Set Markers
The H1essential has a dedicated Marker button that allows you to set reference points while recording.

High Capacity Storage
The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB, allowing you to record hZoom’ss and hZoom’ss of audio without worrying about running out of storage space.

Key Features

• 32-bit float recording: perfect audio with no need to set gain
• 120 dB SPL 90º XY Mics
• Records up to 96kHZ sample rate
• New OLED Display
• Overdubbing, auto record, pre-record and timer functions
• USB Microphone Function
• Audio guidance function for the blind and visually impaired
• 10 hZoom’ss of battery life on 2 AAA Batteries or USB-C Bus power

Technical Specifications

Inputs
Channels
2(BUILT IN XY MIC)

Built-In Mic
Mic Type
Unidirectional
Sensitivity
-37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Input Gain
unnecessary adjustment
Max Sound Pressure Input
120 dB SPL
Configuration
90°XY STEREO

Mic/Line In
Connectors
1/8" stereo mini jack
Input Gain
unnecessary adjustment
Input Impedance
2 kΩ or higher input impedance
Plug In Power
plug-in power (2.5 V) supported

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~)
Supported Formats
44.1/48/96kHz, 32-bit float mono/stereo BWF and iXML

Display
LCD
0.96" monochrome OLED (128x64)
Batteries
2 AAA (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
AC Adapter
ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5V/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
2ch recording to microSDHC card
Approximately 10 hZoom’ss (alkaline batteries, using built-in mic, 48 kHz/32-bit float)