Zoom H2essential

The H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder is designed for creators who need versatile audio recording options in a compact, easy-to-use format. Equipped with three internal microphones, this recorder offers an impressive range of pickup patterns, making it ideal for various scenarios"from music and podcasts to field recordings and remote video sessions. With selectable 90 and 120 stereo patterns or a mono option for focused, directional recording, the H2essential can capture high-quality audio from the front, back, and sides, giving you full control over your sound environment.

This device also features a 32-bit float recording capability, ensuring exceptional audio quality without needing to adjust gain. It's highly versatile, doubling as a USB microphone when connected to a computer or mobile device, and supports professional audio-for-video applications, recording directly onto your phone for seamless video production. With additional functionalities like a low-cut filter, auto-record, pre-record, and mid-side recording adjustments, plus accessibility features for the visually impaired, the H2essential is built to support diverse creative needs. Powered by AA batteries or USB, with up to 1TB SDXC card support, it's a flexible, portable solution for creators on the go.

VERSATILE RECORDING OPTIONS:

Three internal mics with selectable patterns allow recording from the front, rear, or sides, adapting perfectly to different environments.

MULTIPLE PICKUP PATTERNS:

Choose from 90º or 120º stereo, mono for focused audio, or surround sound for immersive recording.

32-BIT FLOAT RECORDING:

Captures high-quality sound at 32-bit float without manual gain adjustment, ideal for consistent audio clarity.

USB MIC FUNCTIONALITY:

Connects to computers and mobile devices via USB-C, serving as a high-quality USB mic while recording to an SD card.

PROFESSIONAL AUDIO FOR VIDEO:

Connects to mobile devices to record studio-quality audio directly onto phone videos, enhancing video podcasts and livestreams.

POST-PRODUCTION CONTROL:

Records in MS Raw, allowing adjustable stereo width in post, especially useful for controlling background noise.

MICROPHONE CHARACTERISTICS:

Pickup pattern (mid mic): Unidirectional

Sensitivity (mid mic): "37 dB/Pa at 1 kHz

Maximum sound pressure input (mid mic): 120 dB SPL

Pickup pattern (side mic): Bidirectional

Sensitivity (side mic): "39 dB/Pa at 1 kHz

Maximum sound pressure input (side mic): 122 dB SPL

INPUT/OUTPUT:

MIC/LINE IN jack: Stereo mini jack, 2 kΩ input impedance, maximum input level '7 dBu, plug-in power 3.3 V

PHONE/LINE OUT jack: Stereo mini jack, output impedance 10 Ω or less, maximum output level 20 mW + 20 mW (32 Ω load)

Built-in speaker: 20 mm - 30 mm elliptical dynamic, effective maximum output 250 mW

RECORDING SPECIFICATIONS:

Format: WAV (44.1, 48, or 96 kHz / 32-bit float, stereo/mono)

Additional format support: BWF and iXML

Recording media: microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards

DISPLAY:

Size: 1.3" full-color LCD (240 - 240 resolution)

USB CONNECTIVITY:

Connector: USB Type-C (supports data transfer and USB bus power)

Audio interface: USB 2.0 High Speed

Channels: 4 in / 2 out (Multi) or 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)

Sampling frequencies: 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface only), 44.1/48 kHz (audio interface with onboard recording)