Zoom H3-VR

The H3-VR's 4-capsule Ambisonic mic captures 4 channels of 360-degree audio up to 24 bit/96 kHz. The onboard decoder automatically converts the raw Ambisonics A audio to VR-ready Ambisonics B audio, so it can easily be paired with your 360-video. And no computer is required.

The H3-VR can also record stereo files in binaural mode, providing a hyper-realistic spatial recording for 2D creators looking to add more depth to their sound. For musicians, this means transporting fans from the back row to center stage.

A 6-axis motion sensor provides the H3-VR with Auto Mic Position and Level Detection, so however you position the mic from scene to scene, your 360-audio and video orientations will stay aligned.

Creators can monitor their audio while recording and with the H3 Control App, creators can remotely access transport controls, levels and metadata notes right from their iOS device.

After audio is recorded, the onboard Ambisonics playback allows you to rotate the H3-VR to simulate spatial audio while listening.

• 4 built-in mics arranged in an Ambisonic array

• Full-sphere surround sound recording

• Single-knob gain control of all input levels

• Onboard Ambisonics A to B decoding

• Three recording modes: Ambisonics, Stereo Binaural or Standard Stereo

• Record up to 24bit/96kHz

• Stereo binaural monitoring of Ambisonics signal

• Headphone output and line output

• Slate tone

• Extensive metadata

• Auto Mic Position Detection using 6-axis gyroscope (upfront, end fire,upside-down, end fire inverted)

• Level Function to ensure precise angle placement

• Wireless iOS remote control available through the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter

• Onboard Ambisonics playback with audio rotation

• Accurate internal clock with .5ppm discrepancy

• USB 2.0 Audio Interface Mode

• Zoom Ambisonics Player software to play, change a direction, and convert to binaural, stereo,and 5.1ch surround file

• Powered by 2 AA batteries (6-7 hours of operation) or USB bus power

• Records to SD card up to 512GB

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Portable 360 audio recorder

• Four built-in unidirectional condenser microphones arranged in an Ambisonic array

• Supports Ambisonics A/B (FuMa/AmbiX), stereo binaural, and standard stereo recording modes

• Records directly to microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC cards up to 512 GB

• Audio formats: WAV (BWF-compliant) with iXML metadata

• Sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz

• Bit depths: 16-bit, 24-bit

• Onboard Ambisonics A to B decoding

• Real-time stereo binaural monitoring of Ambisonics signal

• Built-in 6-axis motion sensor for Auto Mic Position Detection

• Integrated slate tone generator

• Built-in limiter and low-cut filter

• Functions as a USB 2.0 audio interface

• Powered by 2 AA batteries or USB bus power

• Dimensions: 76 mm (W) - 78 mm (D) - 123 mm (H)

• Weight: 120 g (without batteries)

INPUTS:

• None

OUTPUTS:

• 3.5 mm stereo mini line output

• 3.5 mm stereo mini headphone output

• Micro USB port for data transfer and audio interface functionality

DISPLAY:

• 1.25" monochrome LCD (96 - 64 pixels)

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

• Two AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium)

• USB bus power

• Optional AC adapter (Zoom AD-17)

BATTERY LIFE:

• Approximately 11.5 hours with alkaline or NiMH batteries

• Up to 24 hours with lithium batteries