Overview & Specifications
H2essential Multi-Mic Handy Recorder 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.
Features: - Front, Back, and Side to Side: With two cardioid mics facing front and rear and a bi-directional mic facing side to side, the H2essential allows you to choose the perfect pick-up pattern for every recording.
- 3 Mics… 9 Ways to Record: Set your pickup pattern to 90º or 120º 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.
- Powered by 32-bit Float: Record in 32-bit float up to 96kHz ensuring high-quality audio without ever having to set gain.
- 32-Bit Float USB Mic: When connected to a PC, Mac, iOS, or Android device using the USB-C port, the H2essential can be used as a USB microphone while simultaneously recording to the SD card.
- Recording Audio-for-Video with Your Phone: Connect the H2essential to your mobile device via USB and record professional audio directly onto your phone's video. Perfect for video podcasts and live streams.
- Adjust Your Mid-Side Recordings in Post: Record in MS Raw and adjust the width of the stereo image in post-production. This is helpful when you want to control ambient noise.
- Features You’ll Love: The H2essential has advanced features such as a low-cut filter, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.
- ZOOM Handy Control & Sync: Using the BTA-1* Bluetooth Adapter, pair one or more H2essentials with your iOS device to remotely hit record and sync timecode. *Please note: BTA-1 Adapter not included.
- Accessibility: The H2essential is designed with Accessibility for the blind and 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. *
- Custom Fit Windscreen*: The specially designed windscreen for the H2essential provides wind protection when recording outdoors. The custom fit gives access to controls while the windscreen is attached. *Windscreen Sold Separately with H2essential Accessory Pack
Essential Technology - The 3.5mm input can accommodate audio players, keyboards, and lav mics with plug-in power. You can record with the front mic and the 3.5mm input simultaneously.
- Use the mixer to easily adjust each track’s audio level.
- The color LCD screen makes it easy to navigate through the H2essential’s simple interface. The real-time waveform display lets you see your audio as it records.
- The onboard speaker allows you to listen to your recordings for quick reference as well as utilize the Accessibility functions.
- Use the 3.5mm headphone output for headphones or connect directly to a camera.
- The H2essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB.
- The H2essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.
- The H2essential can be powered by two AA batteries or via the USB-C port. This includes bus-power as well as external USB battery packs.
UPC: 4515260029884
MPN: ZH2E