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Category: Studio & Recording
Description
The H2essential is Zoom’s handheld, multi-mic handy recorder. It uses three internal microphones with selectable pickup patterns, offering 9 recording configurations for front, rear, or side-surround pickup. Its 32-bit float recording and built-in mixer support flexible operating modes, while a color LCD display provides real-time navigation of levels and settings. Key features include a 3.5mm input, 3.5mm headphone output, MIC/LINE IN jack, and PHONE/LINE OUT jack, all accessible via USB-C connectivity. The unit supports SDXC storage up to 2TB and can be powered by two AA batteries or via USB-C power, including bus-power or USB battery packs. Additional options like AI noise reduction, gain adjustment, and MS recording offer advanced sound control during capture. Typical use cases span solo musicians, ensembles, podcasts, and streaming, with the device capable of functioning as a USB microphone or for direct recording to its SD card. The design emphasizes compact versatility, enabling a variety of recording patterns and quick reference through its built-in speaker and accessible controls.
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Specifications & connections
- Year
- 2024
Connections
| Connection | Direction | Connector |
|---|---|---|
| USB Type-C | BIDIR | USB-C |
| 3.5mm input | IN | Not specified |
| 3.5mm headphone output | OUT | Not specified |
| MIC/LINE IN jack | IN | Not specified |
| PHONE/LINE OUT jack | OUT | Not specified |
