SKU:10012067
- H1essential: The Easiest Recorder in the World Gets Even Easier
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With the H1essential you get a unique recorder that is easy to use and delivers high-quality audio for a variety of applications.
Description
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32-Bit Float Magic : With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H1essential captures every nuance of your sound, ensuring high quality with every take.
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First Recorders with Accessibility : The Essential series was designed with accessibility in mind for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate through the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones.
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Clear and Crisp Audio : The built-in X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine.
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Perfect for Musician Practice : Musicians can use the H1essential to record each practice session, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback speed adjustment are ideal for writing and practicing.
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Sound Makes the Scene : H1essential is ideal for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.
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For Storytellers : Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for seated conversations or use 'mono mode' for interviews on the go.
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Big Features, Small Package : H1essential has advanced features like overdubbing, pre-recording, auto-recording, and playback speed adjustment.
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USB Microphone : When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS or Android device via the USB-C port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while recording to the SD card.
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Soft Touch Technology : The recording and rotary controls are carefully designed for quiet operation.
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Built-in Speaker : Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
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Camera Friendly : Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones for audio monitoring.
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Lavalier-Ready : The 3.5mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue recording.
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Vibrant OLED Display : The high-contrast OLED display makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential's simple interface.
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Marker function : H1essential has a dedicated marker button for setting reference points during recording.
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High Capacity Storage : H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB for recording hours of audio.
Videos
Specifications
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ENTRANCE
- CHANNELS: 2 (BUILT-IN XY-MIC)
- BUILT-IN MICROPHONE: Yes
- MICROPHONE TYPE: Unidirectional
- SENSITIVITY: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- INPUT GAIN: unnecessary adjustment
- MAXIMUM SOUND PRESSURE INPUT: 120 dB SPL
- Configuration: 90°XY STEREO
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MIC/LINE IN
- CONNECTIONS: 1/8" stereo mini jack
- INPUT GAIN: unnecessary adjustment
- INPUT IMPEDANCE: 2 kΩ or higher input impedance
- POWER SUPPLY VIA PLUG: Plug power (2.5 V) supported
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OUTPUTS
- LINE OUT/PHONES CONNECTION: "1/8" stereo mini jack, Combined LINE/HEADPHONE"
- MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL: 20 mW +20 mW (32 Ω load)
- OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 10 kΩ or more
- RECORDING
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RECORDING MEDIA : 4GB–32GB microSDHC card, 64GB–1TB microSDXC card (Does not support SD card 2TB~)
- SUPPORTED FORMATS: WAV, 44.1/48/96 kHz, 32-bit float mono/stereo BWF and iXML
- DISPLAY: 0.96" monochrome OLED (128x64)
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POWER SUPPLIES
- BATTERIES: 2 AAA (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
- AC ADAPTER: ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A) (Supports USB bus power)
- USB CONNECTOR: USB Type-C
- MASS STORAGE CLASS: USB 2.0 High Speed
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Audio interface
- SAMPLING RATE: 48 kHz
- BIT RATE: 24-bit
- CHANNELS: 2 inputs/2 outputs
- ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATING TIME USING BATTERIES (2-channel recording to microSDHC card) : Approximately 10 hours (alkaline batteries, with built-in microphone, 48 kHz/32-bit float)
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Optional accessory package includes :
- HAIRY WINDSHIELD
- ZOOM AD-17
- USB cable (Type-C)
- Padded shell bag
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- H1essential: The Easiest Recorder in the World Gets Even Easier
-
With the H1essential you get a unique recorder that is easy to use and delivers high-quality audio for a variety of applications.
Description
-
32-Bit Float Magic : With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H1essential captures every nuance of your sound, ensuring high quality with every take.
-
First Recorders with Accessibility : The Essential series was designed with accessibility in mind for the blind and visually impaired. Navigate through the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones.
-
Clear and Crisp Audio : The built-in X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine.
-
Perfect for Musician Practice : Musicians can use the H1essential to record each practice session, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback speed adjustment are ideal for writing and practicing.
-
Sound Makes the Scene : H1essential is ideal for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene.
-
For Storytellers : Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for seated conversations or use 'mono mode' for interviews on the go.
-
Big Features, Small Package : H1essential has advanced features like overdubbing, pre-recording, auto-recording, and playback speed adjustment.
-
USB Microphone : When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS or Android device via the USB-C port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while recording to the SD card.
-
Soft Touch Technology : The recording and rotary controls are carefully designed for quiet operation.
-
Built-in Speaker : Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference.
-
Camera Friendly : Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones for audio monitoring.
-
Lavalier-Ready : The 3.5mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue recording.
-
Vibrant OLED Display : The high-contrast OLED display makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential's simple interface.
-
Marker function : H1essential has a dedicated marker button for setting reference points during recording.
-
High Capacity Storage : H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB for recording hours of audio.
Videos
Specifications
-
ENTRANCE
- CHANNELS: 2 (BUILT-IN XY-MIC)
- BUILT-IN MICROPHONE: Yes
- MICROPHONE TYPE: Unidirectional
- SENSITIVITY: -37 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- INPUT GAIN: unnecessary adjustment
- MAXIMUM SOUND PRESSURE INPUT: 120 dB SPL
- Configuration: 90°XY STEREO
-
MIC/LINE IN
- CONNECTIONS: 1/8" stereo mini jack
- INPUT GAIN: unnecessary adjustment
- INPUT IMPEDANCE: 2 kΩ or higher input impedance
- POWER SUPPLY VIA PLUG: Plug power (2.5 V) supported
-
OUTPUTS
- LINE OUT/PHONES CONNECTION: "1/8" stereo mini jack, Combined LINE/HEADPHONE"
- MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL: 20 mW +20 mW (32 Ω load)
- OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 10 kΩ or more
- RECORDING
-
RECORDING MEDIA : 4GB–32GB microSDHC card, 64GB–1TB microSDXC card (Does not support SD card 2TB~)
- SUPPORTED FORMATS: WAV, 44.1/48/96 kHz, 32-bit float mono/stereo BWF and iXML
- DISPLAY: 0.96" monochrome OLED (128x64)
-
POWER SUPPLIES
- BATTERIES: 2 AAA (alkaline, NiMH or lithium)
- AC ADAPTER: ZOOM AD-17 (DC 5 V/1 A) (Supports USB bus power)
- USB CONNECTOR: USB Type-C
- MASS STORAGE CLASS: USB 2.0 High Speed
-
Audio interface
- SAMPLING RATE: 48 kHz
- BIT RATE: 24-bit
- CHANNELS: 2 inputs/2 outputs
- ESTIMATED CONTINUOUS OPERATING TIME USING BATTERIES (2-channel recording to microSDHC card) : Approximately 10 hours (alkaline batteries, with built-in microphone, 48 kHz/32-bit float)
-
Optional accessory package includes :
- HAIRY WINDSHIELD
- ZOOM AD-17
- USB cable (Type-C)
- Padded shell bag