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The Most Flexible Recorder for Creatives!
The H2essential is the only handy recorder with three built-in microphones. Thanks to selectable polar patterns, creatives have more recording options than ever before.
Front, Back, and Side/Side
With its two cardioid microphones facing forward and backward, plus a bidirectional microphone on the horizontal axis, the H2essential lets you choose the perfect polar pattern for every recording.
Switch between mono recording and the stereo modes 90° and 120°. Choose the recording direction front or back, or activate the bidirectional microphone for surround recordings.
Distortion-Free Recordings
Create 32-bit float recordings up to 96 kHz for guaranteed high-quality, distortion-free audio without adjusting the recording level
32-Bit Float USB Microphone
When connected via USB-C to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device, the H2essential can be used simultaneously as a USB microphone and record to the internal SD card.
Recording with a Smartphone
Connect the H2essential to your mobile device with a USB cable to capture your phone videos with professional sound. The perfect solution for video podcasts and livestreams.
Solo Musicians with Guitar
90° Stereo / Rear Microphone
Record with the rear microphones in 90° stereo to capture a natural stereo image.
Ensembles
120° Stereo / Front and Rear Microphones
With the forward and backward facing 120° stereo microphones, you can capture a wide, immersive sound field for the entire ensemble.
Podcasts
Mono / Front and Rear Microphone
Mono recording reduces ambient noise for better isolation. Use the front and rear microphones to record two separate tracks.
Streaming & Video Calls
90° or Mono / Rear Microphones
Use the H2essential as a mono or stereo USB microphone for streaming and video calls.
Sound Design
Mono / Front Microphone
Use the mono microphone at the front to record audio data for sound design, capturing focused, detailed sounds.
Post-Production Editing of Your Mid/Side Recordings
Record in MS Raw format and adjust the stereo width as needed in post-production. This way, ambient noise can be controlled.
Features You’ll Love
The H2essential offers advanced features like low-pass filter, pre-record, auto-record, and adjustable playback speed.
Handy Control & Sync
Pair one or more H2essentials with your iOS device using the BTA-1 Bluetooth adapter* to remotely record and sync timecode.
Accessibility
For visually impaired users, the H2essential offers an accessible operating concept. During menu navigation, audio descriptions are output via the built-in speaker or headphones. Creatives can choose between English, Spanish, French, Japanese, German, Italian, and Chinese.
Custom Windshield
The specially designed windshield for the H2essential minimizes wind noise during outdoor recordings. Thanks to its precisely fitted shape, all functions remain accessible even with the windshield installed.
*The windshield is optionally available as part of the H2essential Accessory Pack.
3.5 mm Jack
The 3.5 mm jack input is for connecting media players, keyboards, and lavalier microphones with plug-in power. You can record the front microphone and the 3.5 mm input simultaneously.
Built-in Mixer
The mixer lets you easily adjust the levels of individual audio tracks.
Color LCD Screen
The H2essential’s color LCD screen makes the clear user interface easy to operate. The waveform display lets you visually monitor the recording in real time.
Headphone Output
Use the 3.5 mm headphone jack to connect headphones or link to a camera.
Internal Speaker
The internal speaker is for quick playback checks and accessibility functions.
Storage
The H2essential supports SD cards up to 1 TB.
Set Markers
The H2essential features a dedicated marker button that lets you instantly set reference points during recording.
Power Supply
The H2essential can be powered either by two AA batteries or via the USB-C port. Power can come from the USB bus or a power bank.
Zoom H2essential - "Audio from Every Angle"
Features
General
- Mid-Side Stereo Pickup for Front and Back
- Selectable Polar Patterns: 120°, 90°, and MONO
- 32-Bit Float Recording – No Gain Adjustment Needed
- 3.5 mm Stereo Mini Input for External Microphone/Line Signal
- 3.5 mm Stereo Mini Line/Headphone Output
- Built-in Speaker for Quick Playback
- Built-in Mixer for Volume Control
- Color 1.3-Inch LCD Display
- Low-Cut Filter
- Voice Control and Output for Visually Impaired Users
- 32-Bit Float USB Microphone Functionality for Win/Mac/iOS/Android
- Remote Control of iOS App via Optional BTA-1 Bluetooth Connection
- Supports Micro SDHC/Micro SDXC Cards up to 1 TB
- Power Supply via 2 AA Batteries, AC Adapter, or USB Power Bank
- 11 Hours Operating Time with 2 AA Alkaline Batteries
Inputs
- Built-in Microphone (Center)
- - Pickup Pattern: Unidirectional
- - Sensitivity: -37 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- - Maximum Input Sound Pressure: 120 dB SPL
- - Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Built-in Microphone (Side)
- - Pickup Pattern: Bidirectional
- - Sensitivity: -39 dB/Pa at 1 kHz
- - Maximum Input Sound Pressure: 122 dB SPL
- - Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- MIC/LINE IN Jack
- - Connector: Stereo Mini Jack
- - Input Impedance: 2 kΩ
- - Maximum Input Level: -7 dBu
- - Plug-in Power: 3.3 V
Outputs
- PHONE/LINE OUT Jack
- - Connector: Stereo Mini Jack
- - Maximum Output Level: 20 mW + 20 mW (at 32 Ω Load)
- - Output Impedance: 10 Ω or less
- Built-in Speaker
- - Type: 20 mm × 30 mm Elliptical Dynamic Speaker
- - Maximum Effective Output Level: 250 mW
USB
- Connector: USB Type-C, use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power supported
- Audio Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Input and Output Channels: 4 Inputs/2 Outputs (Multi), 2 Inputs/2 Outputs (Stereo)
- Sampling Rates: 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
Recorder
- Recording Format: WAV, 44.1, 48 or 96 kHz/32-Bit Float, Stereo/Mono BWF and iXML formats supported
- Recording Media: microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards
Display
- 1.3" Color LCD Screen (240 × 240)
Dimensions
- Dimensions: 60 mm (W) x 44 mm (D) x 97 mm (H)
- Weight (with batteries): 170 g
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Zoom H2essential
Suitable accessories (Not included in the delivery.)
Specification
- Product number 00109176
- Video recorder Yes
- Number of Tracks 1
- Colour Black
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