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What is the significance of 32-bit float recording in the H1essential Handy Recorder?

The 32-bit float recording in the H1essential Handy Recorder allows for the capture of high-quality audio without the need to adjust levels. This feature ensures that every subtle detail of your sound is captured, making it perfect for professional recording.

Can the H1essential Handy Recorder be used by visually impaired users?

Yes, the H1essential Handy Recorder is designed with accessibility in mind for visually impaired users. It provides audible descriptions of the menu options through the built-in speaker or headphones, with language options including English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, and Chinese.

Can the H1essential Handy Recorder be used as a USB microphone?

Yes, when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C Port, the H1essential doubles as a best-in-class USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.

What is the maximum storage capacity supported by the H1essential Handy Recorder?

The H1essential Handy Recorder supports SDXC cards up to 1TB, allowing for extensive recording capacity.

Does the H1essential Handy Recorder bundle include any accessories?

Yes, the H1essential Handy Recorder bundle includes a TASL500 Lavalier Microphone, a headset extension cable, and 4x AAA batteries.

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Zoom Hessential Specifications

Inputs
  • Built-in mic

    90 Degree XY stereo format
    Directionality: Unidirectional
    Sensitivity: -37 dB/1 Pa at 1 kHz
    Maximum sound pressure input: 120 dB SPL

  • Mic/Line in jack

    Connector: Stereo mini jack
    Input impedance: 2 k Ohm or more
    Plug-in power: 2.5 V

Outputs

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  • Phone / Line Out jack

    Connector: Stereo mini jack
    Maximum output level: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32 Ohm load)
    Output impedance: 10 Ohm or less

  • Built-in speaker

    Type: 20 x 30mm oval dynamic speaker
    Practical maximum output: 250mW

Recorder

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  • Recording formats

    WAV
    44.1/48/96 kHz32-bit Float
    Stereo / Mono
    BWF and iXML formats supported

  • Recording media

    4-32GB cards compatible with the microSDHC specification
    64GB-1TB cards compatible with the microSDXC specification

Display

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  • OLED

    128 x 64

  • Connector

    USB Type-C
    Use a USB cable that supports data transfer

  • USB Mic

    USB 2.0 High Speed
    48 kHz, 24-bit

  • File transfer

    USB 2.0 High Speed

  • 2 AA batteries

    Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH

  • AC adapter

    ZOOM AD-17: DC 5 V/1 A

Operation Time Using Batteries

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  • Alkaline batteries

    About 10 hours

  • NiMH batteries (800 mAh)

    About 9 hours

  • Lithium batteries

    About 18 hours

Battery

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  • Battery Info

    Optional, included

  • Battery Material

    Alkaline

  • Battery Type

    AAA

  • Battery Quantity

    4

General

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  • Power Consumption

    5W maximum

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    2.12 x 5.37 x 1.14" (53.9 x 136.6 x 29mm)

  • Weight

    With Batteries: 3.24 oz (92g)

  • UPC Code

    192223249523

About Zoom Hessential

The H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder is a revolutionary tool designed for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators. With a simple push of a button, this device captures pristine audio, harnessing the power of 32-bit float recording. This advanced feature ensures that you never have to adjust levels, capturing every subtle detail of your sound for high-quality audio with every take.

This Handy Recorder is the first in the Essential Series, designed with accessibility in mind for the blind and visually impaired. Users can navigate the menu with audible descriptions through the built-in speaker or headphones, with language options including English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, and Chinese.

The H1essential's onboard X/Y microphones are capable of capturing clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance engine. This makes it an indispensable tool for creators across various fields. Musicians can use it to record rehearsals, leveraging features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment to improve their performance. Filmmakers can record and send audio directly to their camera or use it to record sound effects, while podcasters can mount it on a tripod for sit-down conversations or use 'mono mode' for on-the-go interviews.

Despite its compact size, the H1essential is packed with advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment. When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C Port, it doubles as a best-in-class USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.

The H1essential is designed with soft touch controls for quiet operation and a built-in speaker for quick reference of your recordings. It's camera-friendly with a 3.5mm output for connecting to a camera or plugging in headphones to monitor audio. It's also lavalier-ready with a 3.5 mm mic/line input for dialogue capture.

The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential's simple interface. A dedicated Marker button allows you to instantly set reference points while recording. With support for SDXC cards up to 1TB, you can record hours of audio without worrying about storage capacity.

In this bundle, you also get a TASL500 Lavalier Microphone, a headset extension cable, and 4x AAA batteries, making the H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder a comprehensive solution for all your audio recording needs.

Zoom Hessential Features

  • 32-bit float recording: perfect audio with no need to set gain
  • 120 dB SPL 90 Degree 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 hours of battery life on 2 AAA Batteries or USB-C Bus power

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Doubles as a best-in-class USB microphone when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device

What's in the box:

  • Zoom H1essential 2-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder
  • Zoom 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Turnstile Audio Station Series TASL500 Omnidirectional Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone
  • H&A 10' Gold Series Stereo Mini Male to Stereo Mini Female Headset Extension Cable
  • 4x Energizer Max AAA 1.5V Alkaline Battery