Zoom H1essential Stereo Handy Recorder

With the push of a button, the Zoom H1essential captures perfect audio for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators. Simply hit record and discover the power of a 32-bit float.

32-Bit Float Magic

With 32-bit float recording, you never have to adjust levels. The H1essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high quality in every take.

The First Handy Recorders with Accessibility

The Essential Series was designed with Accessibility for the 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.

Loud and Clear

The onboard X and Y microphones capture clean audio up to 120 dB SPL, equivalent to the sound of a high-performance motorcycle. 

Essential for Creators

Musicians can use the H1essential to record every practice and rehearsal, a great way to improve their playing. Features like overdubbing and playback speed adjustment are great for writing and practicing. With its built-in mics and compact size, the H1essential is the perfect recorder to capture high-quality audio samples. The H1essential is great for filmmakers. Record and send audio directly to your camera or use it to record sound effects to complete your scene. Podcasters can mount the H1essential on a tripod for sit-down conversations or use ‘mono mode’ for on-the-go interviews. The H1essential has advanced features such as overdubbing, pre-recording, auto record, and playback speed adjustment. 

Best-In-Class

When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android using the USB-C Port, the H1essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card. Recording and rotary controls have been meticulously designed to allow for quiet operation. Use the built-in speaker to listen to your recordings for quick reference. Use the 3.5mm output to connect to a camera or plug in headphones to monitor audio. The 3.5 mm mic and line input can be used with Lavalier microphones for dialogue capture. The high-contrast OLED screen makes it easy to navigate through the H1essential’s simple interface. The H1essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording. The H1essential supports SDXC cards up to 1 TB to record hours and hours of audio. 

Zoom ZWSH1E Hairy Windscreen

The WSH-1E Hairy Windscreen is specially designed for the Zoom H1essential portable recorder, providing effective wind protection for outdoor recording. Its high-quality furry material significantly reduces wind noise, helping you capture clear and reliable audio even in breezy conditions. The integrated elastic band ensures a snug, secure fit, keeping the windscreen firmly in place while you record on the move.