Zoom unveils the H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder

21. September 2024| Zoom

Zoom is pleased to announce the H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder. The H2essential is our most flexible recorder for creators. With 3 built-in microphones and the ability to record in mono, stereo 90degrees, stereo 120degrees or 360 degrees surround, the H2essential offers 9 ways to record music, interviews, podcasts, conferences, ambience streaming and video calls with clip free 32-bit float audio.  You can also record in MS-Raw which enables you to adjust the stereo width in post production after recording. The H2essential features a 3.5mm stereo input for connecting line sources or a lavalier mic, a built-in mixer, a headphone output, an onboard speaker and a color LCD display which shows the waveform of all tracks while recording. 

With the optional BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter, you can pair one or more H2essential with your iOS device to hit record remotely and sync timecode. The H2essential is also designed with accessibility for the blind and visually impaired in mind. When navigating the menu, audible instructions are output via the ibuilt-in speaker or headphones. And you can connect the H2essential via USB-C to a PC, Mac iOS, or Android device and use it as an USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.  The H2essential is our most versatile recorder and will ship end of Q4 2024.

Product video Zoom H2essential: https://bit.ly/4d3qVDL

Features:

  • Mid-Side stereo pickup from the front and rear
  • Pickup pattern selection: 120°, 90°, and MONO
  • 32-bit float recording requires no gain adjustment
  • 3.5mm stereo mini external mic/line input
  • 3.5mm stereo mini line/headphone output
  • Built-in speaker for quick preview
  • Built-in Mixer for volume adjustments
  • Color 1.3-inch LCD display
  • Low-cut filter
  • Accessibility for the visually impaired
  • 32-bit float USB mic functionality for Win/Mac/iOS/Android
  • Remote control from iOS app via BTA-1 Bluetooth connection
  • Micro SDHC / micro SDXC cards up to 1TB supported
  • Powered by 2 AA batteries, AC adapter, or USB mobile battery
  • 11 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries

 

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