H2essential Handy Recorder

The H4essential is a surround sound handheld recorder with 32-bit float recording, built-in three-mic array with selectable pickup patterns, 3.5mm input, and accessibility features. 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 and 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.

Recording
With 32-bit float recording and a sample rate up to 96kHz, your levels have a lot of leeway. The H2essential captures every nuance of your sound ensuring high-quality audio with every take. The H2essential features a low cut filter, pre-record, auto record, and playback speed adjustment.

The H2essential supports SDXC cards up to 1TB.

Zoom's First Recorders with Accessibility
The Essential Series was 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.

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.

Bluetooth Pairing with BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately)
Use the BTA-1 Bluetooth Adapter to pair with your iOS device to remotely hit record, adjust your mix, view your waveforms, and change settings.

With the BTA-1, you can also pair with Bluetooth time code devices for audio and video sync.

3.5mm Input
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.

Color LCD Waveform Display
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.

Headphone Output
Use the 3.5mm headphone output for headphones or connect directly to a camera.

Onboard Speaker
The onboard speaker allows you to listen to your recordings for quick reference as well as utilize the Accessibility functions.

Set Markers
The H2essential has a dedicated Marker button to instantly set reference points while recording.

Power Options
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.