Zoom H1essential 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder

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.

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 in every take.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility 
The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the 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

Loud and Clear
The onboard X/Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance motorcycle.

Essential for Creators

The Perfect Practice Companion for Musicians
Musicians can use the H1essential to record every practice and rehearsal, a great way to improve your playing. Features like overdubbing and playback-speed-adjustment are great for writing and practicing.

Sampling
With its built-in mics and compact size, the H1essential is the perfect recorder to capture high-quality audio samples.

Sound Makes the Scene
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.

For Storytellers
Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for sit down conversations or use ‘mono mode’ for on-the-go interviews.

Big Features, Small Package
The H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.

Best-In-Class

USB Microphone
When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android using the USB-C Port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.

Soft Touch Controls
Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow 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 to monitor audio.

Lavalier Ready
The 3.5 mm mic/line input can be used with lavalier microphones for dialogue capture.

Vivid Oled Screen
The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential’s simple interface.

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

High Capacity Storage
The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1 TB to record hours and hours of audio.


Features:

• Easy recorder with 32-bit float and accessibility
• Perfect audio for musicians, filmmakers, and podcasters
• Loud and clear X/Y microphones, USB microphone, and lavalier ready
• H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment
• Advanced features, built-in speaker, and high capacity storage