Description

Featuring three internal microphones and ready for a wide range of creative applications including field recording, capturing speech and musical performances, and Foley work, theZoom H2essentialputs powerful, flexible, and intuitive recording with surround capabilities in the palm of your hand.

3 Built-In Microphones for Flexible Recording Options

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. The recorder features two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bidirectional mic facing side to side, allowing you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording.

Set your pickup pattern to 90 or 120 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. Record in MS Raw, and control the width of the stereo image in postproduction by adjusting the mid-side levelsterrific for controlling ambient noise.

Powered by 32-bit Float

With 32-bit float recording, you can stop worrying about setting levels and focus on creating powerful, immersive content for your audience. The extended dynamic range means you’ll never need to stress about clipping, the dual A/D converters can handle anything just about anything loud you throw at them, while even very low-level signals can be normalized without introducing noise and artifacts.4

The H2essential supports sampling rates up to 96 kHz and when connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, it can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card. The compact recorder makes a great fit for on-the-go podcasting and streaming to your mobile device.

Features

• Music, Sound Effects, Speech & Streaming
• Onboard 3-Microphone Array
• Stereo, Mono, and Surround Recording
• 32-Bit Float Recording at up to 96 kHz
• 3.5mm Mic/Line Input with Plug-In Power
• 3.5mm Line/Headphone Output
• Auto-Record and Pre-Record Functions
• Auto Gain, Limiter and Low-Cut Filter
• Supports SDXC Cards up to 2TB
• Powered by AA Batteries or USB-C

Specifications

Form Factor	Handheld Recorder
Primary Use Applications	Audio-for-Video, Music Recording, Podcasting
Number of Tracks	WAV: 2
Number of Input Channels	4
Maximum Sampling Rate	96 kHz / 32-Bit Float
Microphone	Built-In 3-Mic Array
Number of Microphone Inputs	1
Built-In Speaker	Yes
Display	1.3″ / LCD
Memory Card Support	microSDHC, microSDXC (2 TB)
Internal Storage	No
Special Features	Pre-Record Buffer, Remote Control Capable, Voice Activation

Recording

Audio File Formats	BWF, iXML, WAV
Sample Rates	44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
Bit Depth	Up to 32-Bit (Floating Point)
Signal Processing & FX	Limiter, Speed Change
Timecode Support	Yes
Included Software	No

Connectivity

Analog I/O	1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female Line/Mic Input
Digital I/O	No
Phantom Power	No
Plug-In Power	Yes, 3.3 V
System Connection	1x USB-C
Audio Interface Capability	Multi-Track
Wireless	Bluetooth *Via Optional Adapter
Mobile App Compatible	Yes, Adapter Required (Not Included): iOS Only Functionality: Remote Control

Performance

Max Input Level	1/8″ / 3.5 mm Inputs: -7 dBu
Headphone Output Power	20 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Impedance	1/8″ / 3.5 mm Inputs: 2 Kilohms
Microphone Sensitivity	-37 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Unidirectional) -39 dB/Pa (Mid/Side-Bidirectional)
Microphone Max SPL	120 dB (Shotgun-Unidirectional) 122 dB (Shotgun-Bidirectional)

Power

Power Options	Battery, USB Bus Power, AC/DC Power Adapter
Battery Type	2x AA
Approximate Battery Life	8 Hours (AA Alkaline, All Channels) 8 Hours (AA NiMH, All Channels) 17.5 Hours (AA Lithium, All Channels)
AC/DC Power Adapter	VDC Not Included

Physical

Included Accessories	No
Mounting Options	1/4″-20 Female (Bottom)
Dimensions	2.4 x 3.8 x 1.7″ / 60 x 97 x 44mm
Weight	6oz / 170g (with Batteries)

Packaging Info

Package Weight	0.475 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	5.5 x 4.6 x 2.4″