Zoom H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder

ZOOM

$239.99

About: Zoom H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder

The H2essential is the only Handy Recorder with three internal microphones. With the ability to select different mic patterns, it gives creators more options than ever before.

10-channel ultra-Compact digital mixer
2 XLR/TRS Combo inputs + 4-Stereo inputs
12-track simultaneous recording
MIDI In/Out for mixer control and USB MIDI interface
3 Scene memory for storing mixer and tempo setting
32-bit float multi-track recording to micro SD card
5 Internal Send Effects
2 AUX send outputs
4 Assignable sound pads (sample player)
3-Band EQ with MID freq control for each channel
Headphone output + Master output
Eurorack compatible
12-in / 4-out Audio interface
4 AA battery power operation or USB power

Front, Back, and Side to Side

With two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bi-directional mic facing side to side, the H2essential allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording.

3 Mics… 9 Ways to Record

Set your pickup pattern to 90º or 120º stereo, or choose mono for a hyper directional pickup, reducing background noise. Then choose to record from the front, rear, or activate both sides for surround sound pickup.

Applications

Solo Musician
- 90º Stereo / Rear Mic - Record in 90º stereo with the rear microphones to capture a natural stereo image .
Ensembles
- 120º Stereo / Front & Rear - Using the front and rear-facing stereo 120º microphones, capture a wide, immersive sound field of the entire ensemble.
Podcasts
- Mono / Front & Rear Mics - Mono pickup reduces environmental noise for better isolation. Using the front and rear microphones, you can capture two discrete tracks.
Streaming & Video Calls
- 90º or Mono / Front Mics - Use the H2essential as a mono or stereo USB microphone for streaming and video calls.
Sound Design
- Mono / Front Mic - Record audio for sound design with the front-facing mono microphone to capture focused, detailed sounds.

Powered by 32-bit Float

Record in 32-bit float up to 96kHz ensuring high-quality audio without ever having to set gain.

32-Bit Float USB Mic

When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, the H2essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.

Recording Audio-for-Video with Your Phone

Connect the H2essential to your mobile device via USB and record professional audio directly onto your phone's video. Perfect for video podcasts and live streams.

Adjust Your Mid-Side Recordings in Post

Record in MS Raw and adjust the width of the stereo image in post production. This is helpful when you want to control ambient noise.

Features You’ll Love

The H2essential has advanced features such as a low cut filter, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.

ZOOM Handy Control & Sync

Using the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter, pair one or more H2essentials with your iOS device to remotely hit record and sync timecode.

*Please note: BTA-1 Adapter not included

Accessibility

The H2essential is designed with Accessibility for the blind and 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.*

Custom Fit Windscreen*

The specially designed windscreen for the H2essential provides wind protection when recording outdoors. The custom fit gives access to controls while the windscreen is attached.

*Windscreen Sold Separately with H2essential Accessory Pack

Essential Technology

3.5mm Input - The 3.5mm input can accommodate audio players, keyboards, and lav mics with plug-in power. You can record with the front mic and the 3.5mm input simultaneously.
Built-in Mixer - Use the mixer to easily adjust each track’s audio level.
Color LCD Waveform Display - The color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H2essential’s simple interface.The real-time waveform display lets you see your audio as it records.
Headphone Output - Use the 3.5mm headphone output for headphones or connect directly to a camera.
Onboard Speaker - The onboard speaker allows you to listen to your recordings for quick reference as well as utilize the Accessibility functions.
High Capacity Storage - The H2essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB.
Set Markers - The H2essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.
Power Options - The H2essential can be powered by two AA batteries or via the USB-C port. This includes bus-power as well as external USB battery packs.

Specifications

Inputs
- Built-in mic (mid) (FRONT/REAR)
  - Pickup pattern: Unidirectional
  - Sensitivity: –37 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
  - Maximum sound pressure input: 120 dB SPL
- Built-in mic (side)
  - Pickup pattern: Bidirectional
  - Sensitivity: –39 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
  - Maximum sound pressure input: 122 dBSPL
- MIC/LINE IN jack
  - Connector: Stereo mini jack
  - Input impedance: 2 kΩ
  - Maximum input level: −7 dBu
  - Plug-in power: 3.3 V
Output
- PHONE/LINE OUT jack
  - Connector: Stereo mini jack
  - Maximum output: level 20 mW + 20 mW (when 32 Ω load)
  - Output impedance: 10 Ω or less
- Built-in speaker
  - Type: 20 mm × 30 mm elliptical dynamic speaker
  - Eﬀective maximum output: 250 mW
Recorder
- Recording format
  - WAV
  - 44.1, 48 or 96 kHz / 32-bit ﬂoat
  - Stereo/mono
  - BWF and iXML formats supported
- Recording media
  - microSDHC memory cards
  - microSDXC memory cards
Display
- 1.3" full-color LCD (240 × 240)
USB
- Connector: USB Type-C
  - • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.
- Audio interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
  - Input and output channels: 4 in / 2 out (Multi) 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)
  - Sampling frequencies
    - 44.1/48/96 kHz (audio interface only)
    - 44.1/48 kHz (audio interface + onboard recording)
  - Bit depths 24-bit, 32-bit ﬂoat
- File transfer USB 2.0 High Speed
Power
- 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A
- USB bus power is supported.
Estimated continuous operation times using batteries
- FRONT stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, no headphones or remote, Power Saving time set to 1 minute
  - Alkaline batteries: about 11 hours
  - NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 9 hours
  - Lithium batteries: about 20.5 hours
- FRONT+REAR stereo recording at 48kHz/32-bit float, no headphones or remote, Power Saving time set to 1 minute
  - Alkaline batteries: about 8 hours
  - NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 8 hours
  - Lithium batteries: about 17.5 hours
- FRONT stereo + external mic recording at 96kHz/32-bit float with headphones (33Ω load) and remote, Power Saving time set to Off
  - Alkaline batteries: about 4 hours
  - NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 4.5 hours
  - Lithium batteries: about 9.5 hours
Power consumption: 3 W maximum
Dimensions (WxDxH): 60 x 44 x 97 mm
Weight (including batteries): 170 g