Zoom H2essential.
4-track / 2-channel portable recorder - 2 unidirectional capsules (front/rear), 1 bidirectional capsule (sides) - 120 dB SPL - USB-C - Micro SDHC/SDXC slot.
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The Zoom H2essential is the only portable recorder with three internal microphones. With two cardioid microphones facing forwards and backwards, and one bidirectional microphone facing both sides, the H2essential lets you choose the ideal pick-up pattern for each recording.
4-track / 2-channel portable recorder - 2 unidirectional capsules (front/rear), 1 bidirectional capsule (sides) - 120 dB SPL - USB-C - Micro SDHC/SDXC slot.
Today's most versatile recorder for the most imaginative creators
The Zoom H2essential is the only portable recorder with three internal microphones. With two cardioid microphones facing front and rear, and one bidirectional microphone facing both sides, theH2essential lets you choose the ideal pick-up pattern for each recording.
3 MicroS... 9 ways to record
Set your microphone pick-up pattern to mono, 90º or 120º stereo. Then choose to record from the front, rear, or activate both sides for surround sound recording.
Record in 90º stereo with the rear microphones to capture a natural stereo image.Use the front and rear 120° stereo microphones to capture a wide, immersive sound field of the entire set.
Record audio for sound design with the front-facing mono microphone to capture focused, detailed sound.
The mono microphone reduces ambient noise for better isolation. Using the front and rear microphones, you can capture two discrete tracks.
Use the H2essential as a mono or stereo USB microphone for streaming and video calls.
Ideal features For perfect sound
Record at 32 bit floating point up to 96 kHz for high quality, clipping-free sound without having to adjust gain.
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. The H2essential accepts SDXC cards up to 2TB.
Connect the H2essential to your mobile device via USB and record professional sound directly to your phone's video. Perfect for video podcasts and live streams.
Record raw audio in MS Raw format and adjust the width of the stereo image in post-production. It's handy when you want to be able to control ambient noise.
The H2essential features advanced functions such as low-cut filtering, pre-recording, automatic recording and playback speed adjustment.
Essential technologies
The3.5 mm mini-jack input can accept audio players, keyboards and plug-powered lavalier microphones. You can record simultaneously with the front mic and the 3.5mm input. Use the mixer to easily adjust the audio level of each track.
The colour LCD screen makes it easy to navigate the H2essential's simple interface. Real-time waveform display lets you see your audio signal as you record.
Use the 3.5mm mini-jack headphone output to listen through headphones or connect directly to a camera. The built-in speaker lets you listen to your recordings for a quick check and take advantage of accessibility features for audio guidance.
The H2essential can be powered by two AA batteries, or via its USB-C port. The latter enables power to be supplied via the bus or an external USB battery.
Key features:
- 32-bit floating recording: perfect sound without the need to adjust gain
- Capsules: 2 unidirectional (front/rear), 1 bidirectional (sides)
- Directionality: x9 (Mono, 90° Stereo, 120° Stereo)
- Microphone model selection: 120°, 90° and MONO
- Sensitivity: -37 dB, 1 kHz 1 Pa
- Maximum pressure: 120 dB SPL
- Recording at up to 96 kHz sampling frequency
- 3.5 mm mini stereo external mic/line input
- 3.5 mm stereo mini line/headphone output
- Built-in speaker for quick preview
- Built-in mixer for volume control
- 1.3" colour LCD display (240 x 240)
- Low-cut filter
- Accessibility for the visually impaired
- 32-bit floating USB microphone functionality for Win/Mac/iOS/Android
- Remote control from iOS app via Bluetooth BTA-1 connection (not included)
- Micro SDHC/micro SDXC cards up to 2 TB supported
- Powered by 2 AA batteries, AC adapter or USB mobile battery
- 11 hours operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries
- Colour: Black
Select your criteria
General information |
Product name |
Zoom H2essential. |
Brand |
ZOOM | |
Model |
H2ESSENTIAL | |
Technical specifications |
Product type |
Digital audio recorder |
Media type |
microSD (micro Secure Digital) | |
| SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) | ||
| SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity) | ||
High-Res audio |
No | |
Microphone |
Stereo | |
Wi-Fi |
No | |
Bluetooth |
No | |
Power supply |
Power supply type |
2 X AA (LR6) |
Battery life |
11 Hour(s) | |
Physical characteristics |
Connector(s) |
Headphone (3.5mm Jack Female) |
| Line IN/Microphone 3.5mm Jack Female | ||
| micro SDHC | ||
| USB Type C | ||
| micro SDXC | ||
USB port |
Yes | |
With / Without support |
Without stand | |
Width |
60 mm | |
Height |
97 mm | |
Depth |
44 mm | |
Weight |
170 g | |
Colour |
Black | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 26 Nov 2024
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