The most flexible recorder for creators who need versatility.
The Zoom H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder is designed to give creators more options than ever before. With three internal microphones and selectable mic patterns, the H2essential provides unmatched flexibility for musicians, podcasters, and videographers. Whether you’re recording solo performances, interviews, or soundscapes, this recorder offers a powerful, portable solution for high-quality audio capture.
Three Mics, Nine Ways to Record
The H2essential features two cardioid microphones facing front and rear, plus a bi-directional mic that captures audio from side to side. This innovative design allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for any scenario, including 90° or 120° stereo, mono, or even surround sound pickup. With these options, you can tailor your recordings to suit any environment or use case, from solo musicians to group recordings.
Powered by 32-Bit Float for Superior Audio
With 32-bit float recording at up to 96kHz, the H2essential delivers pristine audio without the need for gain adjustments. Whether you're capturing quiet moments or loud performances, this recorder ensures you never miss a detail. The 32-bit float USB mic functionality also allows for direct recording to your PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device while simultaneously saving to an SD card.
Multi-Application Flexibility for Creators
Whether you’re a musician, podcaster, or sound designer, the H2essential has you covered. Use the front mic for solo performances, activate both sides for interviews or podcasts, or choose a stereo setup for capturing nature sounds. Its versatile mic patterns make it ideal for any recording situation, and with its compact size, you can take it anywhere.
Advanced Features for Professional Recording
The H2essential includes advanced features like a low-cut filter, pre-record, auto-record, and playback speed adjustment, making it easy to get the perfect take. You can also set markers during recording to highlight key moments, and with support for SDXC cards up to 1TB, you’ll have all the storage you need for long sessions.
Three Mics, Nine Ways to Record
The H2essential features two cardioid microphones facing front and rear, plus a bi-directional mic that captures audio from side to side. This innovative design allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for any scenario, including 90° or 120° stereo, mono, or even surround sound pickup. With these options, you can tailor your recordings to suit any environment or use case, from solo musicians to group recordings.
Powered by 32-Bit Float for Superior Audio
With 32-bit float recording at up to 96kHz, the H2essential delivers pristine audio without the need for gain adjustments. Whether you're capturing quiet moments or loud performances, this recorder ensures you never miss a detail. The 32-bit float USB mic functionality also allows for direct recording to your PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device while simultaneously saving to an SD card.
Multi-Application Flexibility for Creators
Whether you’re a musician, podcaster, or sound designer, the H2essential has you covered. Use the front mic for solo performances, activate both sides for interviews or podcasts, or choose a stereo setup for capturing nature sounds. Its versatile mic patterns make it ideal for any recording situation, and with its compact size, you can take it anywhere.
Advanced Features for Professional Recording
The H2essential includes advanced features like a low-cut filter, pre-record, auto-record, and playback speed adjustment, making it easy to get the perfect take. You can also set markers during recording to highlight key moments, and with support for SDXC cards up to 1TB, you’ll have all the storage you need for long sessions.
Specifications
- Microphones
- Mics: Three internal (front, rear, and side bi-directional)
- Patterns: 120°, 90°, and MONO
- Audio
- Bit depth: 32-bit float
- Sample rate: Up to 96kHz
- Inputs/Outputs
- Input: 3.5mm stereo mini external mic/line input
- Output: 3.5mm stereo mini line/headphone output
- Display: Color 1.3-inch LCD
- Storage
- Supports: Micro SDXC cards up to 1TB
- Power Options
- Powered by: Two AA batteries, AC adapter, or USB mobile battery
- Battery life: 11 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries
Features
- Three internal microphones for mono, stereo, and surround sound pickup
- Selectable pickup patterns: 120°, 90°, and MONO
- 32-bit float recording at up to 96kHz
- 3.5mm stereo mini external mic/line input and line/headphone output
- Micro SDXC cards up to 1TB supported